Bangkok, Thailand, April 28, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Bangkok's Japanese culinary scene will shine brightly with the debut of the Samurai Chef Charity Dinner. This unique gastronomic event brings together Bangkok's top Japanese chefs. The event will take place on May 12, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse and is a celebration of Japanese culture, cuisine, and community for a good cause.

Guests embark on a seasonal culinary journey with a carefully curated 8-course spring kaiseki menu. This exclusive evening also includes exquisite sake pairings, created by legendary chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants and internationally renowned culinary institutions.

Samurai chefs in focus: Chef Yuichi Mitsui – Japanese chef, Kissuisen. With decades of experience, including in Michelin-starred restaurants in Japan, Chef Mitsui brings the philosophy of connection to the plate. At Kissuisen, he creates immersive culinary experiences with the finest seasonal ingredients.

Head Chef Ryuki Kawasaki – Head Chef, Mezzaluna by lebua. As the visionary behind Mezzaluna's two Michelin stars, Chef Kawasaki creates refined dishes that blend French culinary art with Japanese elegance. His precise flavor development and artful presentation make each course a revelation.

Chef Masami Ouchi – Executive Sushi Chef, Nobu Bangkok. A globetrotting sushi master with over 30 years of experience, Chef Masami combines classic Tokyo techniques with the modern flair of Nobu. From London to Monte Carlo, he now brings his artistry to Nobu Bangkok, the highest Nobu restaurant in the world.

Head Chef Atsushi Yoshida – Japanese Chef, Tsu Japanese Restaurant, JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok. Head Chef Atsushi Yoshida harmoniously blends tradition and innovation, guaranteeing every guest an authentic and unique culinary experience. His expertise encompasses various facets of Japanese cuisine, including sushi, kaiseki, and teppanyaki, which he now brings to his role at the JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok.

Chef Yoshinari Takagi (Chef NARI), a former professional footballer in Japan's J1 League, opened the Kuma no Yakitori restaurant in Bangkok in 2024, offering a refined yakitori omakase experience. The focus is on the "Ultimate Chicken Experience." His unique approach combines taste, aroma, texture, and live preparation into a multisensory journey that redefines traditional yakitori.

Kyoto-born chef Nobuaki Okajima is the co-founder of Roku Tohoku Izakaya in Bangkok, a restaurant dedicated to the cuisine of Japan's Tohoku region. Drawing on his experience in both gastronomy and business, he creates hearty regional dishes like harako-meshi and imoni using local Thai ingredients. His mission is to share the flavors and stories of Tohoku with the world.

After graduating from the Tsuji Culinary Institute, Mr. Koichiro Suzuki moved to Bangkok in 2002, drawn by his passion for Thai cuisine. Today, he is the Managing Director of the Nippontei Group and has played a key role in introducing upscale Japanese restaurants and the Washoku SATO brand to Thailand. He also oversees the food and beverage operations at Japan Airlines' Sakura Lounge in Bangkok.

Chef Kazuhiro Yoshida – Lecturer at the Food School Bangkok. A highly respected culinary educator with international influence, Chef Kazuhiro Yoshida specializes in sushi, fish quality, and kaiseki. He has cooked for dignitaries and consulted for leading culinary organizations worldwide.

Head Chef Takuya Watanuki – instructor at the Food School Bangkok. With over twenty years of experience at the Tsuji Culinary Institute, Head Chef Watanuki is a mentor to many. His focus on the fundamentals and regional Japanese cuisine is reflected in his role as an instructor of the next generation of chefs in Bangkok.

Details: Venue: Dok Kaew, The Garden at Surawongse in the Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse Date: Monday, May 12, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Price: 8,888 THB net per person including sake pairing

Reservations: Limited seating available. Advance booking required. Proceeds from the evening will benefit selected charities in Thailand. For reservations and inquiries, please call us at 02-088-5666 or email [email protected]

Join us for this historic event where culinary excellence meets compassion. The Samurai Chef Charity Dinner is more than just a meal – it's a movement of taste, tradition, and appreciation.