Ep. 4: Takumi and Mimasaka engage in an unexpected culinary duel over identical dishes
Aired on July 23, 2016

The fourth round between Takumi Aldini and Mimasaka Subaru unexpectedly transforms into a shokugeki. Takumi's bruised pride fuels his determination to defeat Mimasaka, but the situation becomes complicated when Mimasaka begins preparing the exact same dish. This unexpected twist challenges Takumi's resolve and forces him to adapt his strategy during the intense cooking competition. The encounter highlights the growing rivalry between the two chefs as they vie for superiority in the culinary arena.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Souma faces Alice in the Fall Elections bento-themed main tournament match
- Ep. 2 · Megumi faces Kurokiba Ryou in a ramen-themed culinary duel following Souma's victory.
- Ep. 3 · Round 3 begins with Hayama Akira facing Arato Hisako after Round 2 concludes
- Ep. 4 · Takumi and Mimasaka engage in an unexpected culinary duel over identical dishes
- Ep. 5 · Yukihira faces Mimasaka in a semi-final shokugeki while revealing his dish
- Ep. 6 · Souma and Mimasaka's beef stew shokugeki commences with Mimasaka copying Souma's oxtail ingredient.
- Ep. 7 · The second semi-final round features a clash between Kurokiba Ryou and Hayama Akira.
- Ep. 8 · Souma faces tough competition in the finals against skilled rivals Hayama and Kurokiba.