The Samurai Chef

Lay down the sword. Take up the knife.

The Samurai Chef is a unique, experience-driven sushi brand that fuses the spirit of Bushido with the refined techniques of traditional Edo-mae sushi.

The iconic makeup worn by The Samurai Chef is inspired by the legendary warrior Kamakura Gongorō Kagemasa, a superhuman hero from Japan's late Heian period, whose image is said to be the origin of Kabuki's bold kumadori makeup.

Struck by an arrow in the eye, he refused to retreat. He pulled it out himself and continued fighting.

His story embodies an indomitable, ferocious, and heroic spirit that has echoed through Japanese history.

In the silence, in every movement, in every cut, lives the discipline of a samurai and the devotion of a true craftsman. What we serve is not just sushi. It is an encounter with Japanese culture itself — a Samurai Sushi Experience.

The Samurai Chef は、武士道の精神と、伝統的な江戸前寿司の洗練された技を融合させた、体験型の唯一無二の寿司ブランドです。

サムライシェフが纏う象徴的な化粧は、平安時代後期の伝説的な武将、鎌倉権五郎景政に着想を得ています。
彼は超人的な英雄として知られ、その姿が歌舞伎の力強い隈取の起源になったとも言われています。

目に矢を受けながらも、彼は決して退かず、
自ら矢を引き抜き、戦い続けました。

その物語は、日本の歴史を通じて受け継がれてきた
不屈・勇猛・英雄的な精神を体現しています。

静寂の中に、
一つひとつの所作に、
一太刀一太刀に宿るのは、
武士の規律と、真の職人の献身。

私たちが提供するのは、ただの寿司ではありません。
それは、日本文化そのものと出会う体験——
サムライ・スシ・エクスペリエンスです。

Chef Profile

The Samurai Chef, inheriting the spirit of the late Heian period warrior Kamakura Gongoro Kagemasa, conveys authentic Edomae sushi techniques to the world through traditional Kabuki kumadori makeup.

After mastering traditional Edomae sushi techniques in Tokyo, he established his own unique style and began international activities (The Samurai Chef Project) to promote Japanese food culture worldwide.

Incorporating the Bushido spirit of "Gi (rectitude), Yu (courage), Jin (benevolence), Rei (respect), Makoto (honesty), Meiyo (honor), Chugi (loyalty)" into his cooking, his heartfelt approach to crafting each piece of sushi continues to move many people.

The Samurai Chef は、平安時代後期の武将・鎌倉権五郎景政の精神を受け継ぎ、
歌舞伎の伝統的な隈取の化粧を通して、
本物の江戸前寿司の技術を世界へと伝えています。

東京にて伝統的な江戸前寿司の技を修めた後、
独自のスタイルを確立し、日本食文化を世界に発信するための
国際的な活動 (The Samurai Chef Project) を開始しました。

料理には、
「義・勇・仁・礼・誠・名誉・忠義」という武士道の精神を込め、
一貫一貫に心を注ぐその姿勢は、
今なお多くの人々の心を動かし続けています。

Culinary Philosophy

Infusing the spirit of Bushido into cuisine

Bushido Spirit

Incorporating the seven virtues of Gi, Yu, Jin, Rei, Makoto, Meiyo, and Chugi into cooking, crafting each piece with soul.

Seasonal Ingredients

Using only the highest quality seasonal ingredients carefully selected from across Japan, maximizing the natural flavors of each ingredient.

Omotenashi Hospitality

With the ancient Japanese spirit of omotenashi, we serve each customer with heartfelt respect and gratitude.

Cultural Bridge

With a mission to convey Japanese traditional culture to the world, promoting cross-cultural exchange through food.

Experience Authentic Sushi

Would you like to experience the unique sushi experience where tradition and innovation merge?

The Legend of The Samurai Chef