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LUXEN TV Series
Gimbap and Onigiri
2026·1 Season·10 Episodes·★ 5.9
Japanese original
A disillusioned former college track star working at a diner meets a tired Korean animation student struggling to find housing in Japan, and they instantly connect over an emotional moment involving a rice ball.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your time and taste?
A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
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Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
Commitment
Compact commitment · 10 episodes
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Seasons
Season 1
10 episodes
2026
Cast
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