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Sazenka

Tokyo · Japan

Chinese in Tokyo · Chinese cuisine interpreted through Japanese ingredients and sensibilities

Michelin Guide Tokyo (Awarded three Michelin stars in the 2021 edition)

Collector's monograph

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Michelin Guide Tokyo

Awarded three Michelin stars in the 2021 edition · 2021

In a discreet Minami-Azabu house, Tomoya Kawada explores Chinese cooking through Japanese seasonality and hospitality. Sazenka is defined by the depth of that dialogue rather than by conventional fusion.

The Story

Origin

Opened in 2017, Sazenka developed from Tomoya Kawada's experience in both Japanese and Chinese kitchens.

Philosophy

Chinese culinary foundations and Japanese sensibilities are brought into a sustained, carefully considered dialogue.

Why Important

Sazenka has become an important international reference for Chinese fine dining outside China.

Differentiation

Its identity rests on deep knowledge of two culinary traditions rather than the loose combination of Asian flavours.

Food Philosophy

Chinese preparations are refined through Japanese ingredients, seasonal awareness and close attention to texture and temperature.

Guest Experience

An extended tasting menu is supported by attentive service and a serious approach to tea.

Design Philosophy

The residential setting favours discretion and concentration over visual spectacle.

Design & Architecture

Architecture

A converted house in Minami-Azabu

Design Language

Restrained residential elegance

Interior Design

Intimate rooms retain the quiet character of a private residence.

Chef

Tomoya Kawada

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Menus

Food

Course menus · Menu last verified: 8 October 2026

季節の食材のおまかせコース（約15品）
Seasonal ingredient omakase course, approximately 15 dishes. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥55,000～ (tax included)
茶禅華の名物吉品干鮑を楽しむ特別コース
Special course featuring Sazenka's signature Yoshihama dried abalone. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥88,000～ (tax included)
厳選素材と特別料理が織りなすスペシャルコース
Special course combining carefully selected ingredients and special dishes. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥110,000～ (tax included)
上海蟹コース
Autumn and winter course featuring Shanghai crab prepared in various ways. Limited to mid-October through mid-January. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥69,300～ (tax included)
上海蟹と干し鮑のコース
Shanghai crab and dried abalone course. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥99,000～ (tax included)
上海蟹と厳選素材の特別料理が織りなすスペシャルコース
Special course combining Shanghai crab and special dishes using carefully selected ingredients. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥121,000～ (tax included)
季節の食材のおまかせコース（約15品）
Seasonal ingredient omakase course, approximately 15 dishes. An additional price entry appears in the supplied Food page text. Individual dishes are not listed.
￥46,200～ (tax included)

Homepage course offerings

Course menus · Menu last verified: 8 October 2026

ショートコース（約10品）
Short course, approximately 10 dishes, served at Friday and Saturday lunch. Individual dishes are not listed.
12000円
季節の食材のおまかせコース（約15品）
Seasonal ingredient omakase course, approximately 15 dishes, served at dinner and Sunday lunch. Individual dishes are not listed.
16000円～18500円