For 25 years, Murabayashi Shingo has been a legend in the kitchen of a high school cooking class. An outstanding teacher and harsh taskmaster, he's helped generations of young cooks gain the skills they need to thrive in the high-pressure kitchens of the finest restaurants. As he nears retirement, his students get one more chance to learn from him, creating perfect Osechi, the traditional New Year's feast. With blood, sweat and a few tears, his last class learns what it takes to succeed.