スキヤキ決戦！最強の七包丁対ミスター味っ子

The day of the sukiyaki competition finally arrives. Yoichi is astounded by Ichiro Abe's skill in preparing the finest Matsusaka beef like a doctor, and once again loses confidence. However, with the support of his fellow competitors, and Mitsuko's encouragement and gift of a handmade apron, Yoichi regains his composure and begins cooking.

スキヤキ勝負の日。最高級の松阪牛をまるで医師のように調理する阿部一郎に脅威を感じ、再び自信を喪失する陽一。だが、味勝負を戦った仲間からの応援やみつ子の励まし、手作りエプロンのプレゼントにより復活する。