Food Wars! Shokugeki no Soma

"Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma" (Japanese: 食戟のソーマ, Hepburn: Shokugeki no Sōma) is a Japanese shōnen manga series written by Yūto Tsukuda and illustrated by Shun Saeki. It was serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shōnen Jump from November 2012 to June 2019. The story follows Soma Yukihira, a young aspiring chef, as he enrolls in the elite Tōtsuki Culinary Academy and competes in cooking battles called "shokugeki." The manga is known for its detailed depictions of cooking techniques and its vibrant visual style. An anime adaptation by J.C.Staff aired from April 2015 to September 2020, spanning five seasons. In addition to the main series, there are several spin-off manga and light novels, such as "Shokugeki no Soma: L'étoile" and "Shokugeki no Soma ~à la carte~." The series has gained popularity for its focus on culinary artistry, intense competitions, and creative food presentations.