Chefs from all over the world come to fight a culinary battle against one of President Kaga's "Iron Chefs". They have one hour to prepare a meal where each dish must prominently feature the special ingredient of the day.
Where to Watch Iron Chef • Especiales
8 Episodes
The Millennium Special
E1
The Millennium SpecialA two-hour millenium special: Zhao Ren Liang vs. Chen (Abalone) and Dominique Bouchet vs. Michiba (Kobe Beef)
New York Special
E2
New York SpecialThe Iron Chefs receive a special invitation from Tim and Nina Zagat to come to the U.S. and face off against Bobby Flay. The Zagats then hold court at their Connecticut estate to determine which Iron Chef will have the honor of competing against Flay.
21st Century Special
E3
21st Century SpecialIron Chef marks the start of both a new century and a new millennium with two exciting culinary fights to the finish. Kandagwa Toshiro vs. Iron Chef Sakai; Rematch of Bobby Flay vs. Iron Chef Morimoto.
Japan Cup 2002
E4
Japan Cup 2002Two battles featuring Iron Chef Chen.
Legend of Sakai and Chen
E5
Legend of Sakai and ChenThis was a special put together by Fuji for Food Network. It features highlights from two Sakai battles and two Chen battles.
Sakai: Recap from Cod Battle, Apple/Chocolate Battle Chen: Recap from Prawn Battle, Carrot Battle