The fourth episode of the Netflix series Gimbap and Onigiri is scheduled for release on Sunday, February 2, 2026. Following the events of the third episode, viewers are waiting to see how the connection between Korean student Park Rin and Japanese diner worker Hase Taiga develops. The series, which follows their story in Japan, is available to stream exclusively on Netflix around the world.
When and Where to Watch Gimbap and Onigiri Episode 4
Episode 4 of Gimbap and Onigiri will be available on Sunday, February 2, 2026. New episodes are released weekly. The series is a Netflix exclusive, meaning it is only available on that platform.
Viewers can watch it through any Netflix subscription plan, including the Standard with Ads option. The show is a short, easy watch, with each episode running for about 38 minutes.
Release times typically follow Netflix’s global schedule, which is based on Pacific Time. For viewers in the United States, episodes often become available at 12:00 AM Pacific Time (PT) / 3:00 AM Eastern Time (ET).
Here is a global release schedule for the key date:
- Los Angeles, USA (PT): Sunday, February 2, 12:00 AM
- New York, USA (ET): Sunday, February 2, 3:00 AM
- United Kingdom (GMT): Sunday, February 2, 8:00 AM
- South Korea (KST): Sunday, February 2, 5:00 PM
- Japan (JST): Sunday, February 2, 5:00 PM
- Australia (AEST): Sunday, February 2, 7:00 PM
“As communication issues arise between the new couple, Taiga helps Rin move into her new apartment. A surprise visit derails their plans for the day.”
This official description from Netflix for Episode 3 sets the stage for where the story is headed. After three episodes, the show has started to gain more attention. According to streaming data, Gimbap and Onigiri saw a significant jump in interest recently, moving up over 650 places on one popular tracking chart in a single day.
Recap of Gimbap and Onigiri Episode 3
The third episode, which premiered on January 26, 2026, focused on the early challenges in Rin and Taiga’s new relationship.
Rin, a Korean animation graduate student, finally found a new apartment after facing eviction. Taiga, a former track star now working at a diner, helped her move. The episode highlighted the small cultural and communication gaps between them, a core theme of the series. Just as they were settling into Rin’s new place, an unplanned visit interrupted their time together, leaving their day unfinished and their plans changed.
The main cast includes Eiji Akaso as Taiga Hase, Kang Hye-won as Park Rin, and Moon Ji-hoo as Kang Jun-ho. The show blends romance with themes of finding your place in a new country and connecting across cultures.
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What is Gimbap and Onigiri About?
Gimbap and Onigiri is a romantic series that started on January 12, 2026. The story follows Park Rin, a tired Korean animation student who has come to Japan to study. She is struggling with the stress of school and the practical problem of finding a stable place to live.
Her path crosses with Taiga Hase, who works at a local diner. Taiga was once a promising college athlete but has stepped away from that world. Their first meaningful interaction happens over a simple onigiri (a Japanese rice ball) at his diner. This small moment of kindness and shared food sparks a connection between two people who feel a bit lost.
The title Gimbap and Onigiri represents the two main characters and their backgrounds. Gimbap is a popular Korean food made of rice and ingredients rolled in seaweed, while onigiri is its Japanese counterpart. Similarly, Rin and Taiga find they have things in common but also differences shaped by their cultures. The show explores whether their growing bond can overcome the practical obstacles and misunderstandings they face.
The series is categorized as a romance and is rated PG. It is part of Netflix’s ongoing investment in shows that feature cross-cultural stories and are filmed in different Asian countries.
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