TV series · 2009 · TBS Television
Is Midnight Diner based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Midnight Diner is based on the manga Shin'ya Shokudō by Yarō Abe (2006).
The TV series premiered in 2009 on TBS Television.
The manga behind Midnight Diner
Shin'ya Shokudō
Manga by Yarō Abe · first published 2006 · cooking manga
Common questions
Is Midnight Diner based on a book?
Yes. Midnight Diner is based on the manga Shin'ya Shokudō by Yarō Abe (2006).
Who wrote the book Midnight Diner is based on?
Shin'ya Shokudō was written by Yarō Abe and first published in 2006.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Shin'ya Shokudō before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the TV series.