Top Chefs’ Quest

Kaiseki Komuro & Torishiki

Aired: Jun 14, 2024 (UTC)


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Tokyo harbors more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other city in the world. Variety abounds, from kaiseki and sushi to tempura and yakitori. Each style blends tradition and innovation. The skills master chefs wield in their imaginative use of seasonal ingredients and the spirit of hospitality they impart to delight their patrons are the treasures of Japan’s cuisine. Treasure hunter Shizuka Anderson visits some of the best restaurants in Tokyo to unearth the culinary delights hidden there.

Enjoy the seasonality of kaiseki haute cuisine and the meticulous hospitality at Komuro. And, savor the finest yakitori grilled with original methods that focus on the ingredients at Torishiki.

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