Bangkok, 23 April 2025 – For the first time ever, Bangkok’s culinary landscape will welcome a gathering of Japan’s most revered chefs under one roof at the Samurai Chef Charity Dinner, taking place on Monday, 12 May 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Dok Kaew, The Garden at Surawongse, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse.
This exclusive event promises an unforgettable evening of fine Japanese cuisine, cultural celebration, and community spirit. Proceeds from the dinner will go towards charitable causes in Thailand.
Guests will be treated to a meticulously curated eight-course Spring Kaiseki dinner, complete with premium sake pairings, and prepared by an extraordinary lineup of award-winning chefs from Michelin-starred establishments and globally acclaimed culinary institutions.
Featured Samurai Chefs:
- Chef Yuichi Mitsui (Kissuisen) – A master of Kaiseki philosophy and seasonal storytelling, Chef Mitsui brings deep-rooted traditions to life with refined precision.
- Chef Ryuki Kawasaki (Mezzaluna by lebua) – Visionary behind Mezzaluna’s two Michelin stars, known for seamlessly blending French techniques with Japanese elegance.
- Chef Masami “Masa” Ouchi (Nobu Bangkok) – With over three decades of global sushi mastery, Chef Masa delivers Nobu’s signature Tokyo-modern style from the world’s highest Nobu.
- Chef Atsushi Yoshida (Tsu, JW Marriott Bangkok) – A master of sushi, teppanyaki, and Kaiseki, his approach balances authenticity with inventive flair.
- Chef Yoshinari “NARI” Takagi (Kuma no Yakitori) – Former J1 League footballer turned Yakitori omakase artist, known for his live-fire, sensory-driven "Ultimate Chicken Experience."
- Chef Nobuaki Okajima (Roku Tohoku Izakaya) – Advocate for regional Japanese cuisine, showcasing soul-warming Tohoku dishes made with Thai ingredients.
- Mr. Koichiro Suzuki (Nippontei Group) – A driving force in Bangkok’s Japanese dining scene and key figure in Japan Airlines’ Sakura Lounge operations.
- Chef Kazuhiro Yoshida & Chef Takuya Watanuki (The Food School Bangkok) – Esteemed instructors shaping the next generation of chefs with deep expertise in sushi, regional cuisine, and Kaiseki tradition.
Event Details:
- Date: Monday, 12 May 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Venue: Dok Kaew, The Garden at Surawongse, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse
- Price: THB 8,888 net per person (inclusive of sake pairing)
- Reservations: Advanced booking required. Limited seating available.
- Contact: Tel. 02-088-5666 or Email: mhrs.bkkwo.fbsales@marriotthotels.com
This is more than just a dinner—it’s a rare culinary gathering, a cultural showcase, and a charitable movement in one. Don’t miss the Samurai Chef Charity Dinner, where excellence meets compassion in a night to remember.