expression, godan verb (-u)
to be close friends; to have lived together; to share a deep bond
Idiomatic expression literally meaning 'to eat rice from the same pot'. It implies a strong, often long-lasting bond formed through shared daily life, hardships, or meals. Commonly used to describe coworkers, classmates, or comrades who have spent a lot of time together.
彼とは同じ釜の飯を食った仲だから、何でも話せる。
Since we've been through thick and thin together, I can talk to him about anything.
I reunited with my old comrades with whom I shared many hardships.