Hajime
Creative cuisine restaurant · Osaka-shi ·
Three MICHELIN Stars: artistic, experiential meal celebrating Earth, space
Three MICHELIN Stars: artistic, experiential meal celebrating Earth, space
"I experienced Hajime as one of Osaka's hottest tickets: a triple-starred, highly exclusive restaurant seating only seven diners at a time for an artistic, experiential meal that celebrates Earth, space, and nature; it's about a 15-minute stroll from The St. Regis Osaka." - AFAR
"Hajime Yoneda’s French-ish restaurant was awarded three Michelin stars soon after opening in 2008, and for good reason. The chef — who is also a painter — treats his plates like canvases for intricate dishes inspired by space and nature. For example, a slice of medium rare pigeon with swoops of wild arugula, pomegranate, and blackcurrant sauces evokes the sky. Hajime is most famous for Planet Earth, a plate featuring 110 vegetables arranged like swirling oceans and foamy clouds. Best for: An unforgettable four hour-long dinner to commemorate a special occasion such as a birthday, graduation, or anniversary." - La Carmina
"An artwork resembling a planet dominates the dining room. Look closely and the ‘planet’ contains overlapping images of cuisine, which gather together to form a picture of the Earth. ‘Dialogue with the Earth’ is, indeed, the theme of this restaurant. The experience of growing up amid the beauty of nature shaped the bold world view of Hajime Yoneda. The digitised recipes and detailed cuisine attest to his experience as a system engineer. Cuisine that draws inspiration from all Creation is imbued with love and respect for nature." - Michelin Inspector
"Owner-chef Hajime Yoneda boldly pursues a magnificent journey in gastronomy, on the theme of ‘a dialogue with the Earth’. This Three MICHELIN Star spot interprets the faces of the seasons through the lens of Yoneda's own unique perspective. He incorporates story-like messages into his cuisine, such as a house specialty called ‘Chikyu’ meaning “the Earth”; it tells the tale of nature’s bounty born of the cycles of mountain and ocean, all on a single plate." - The MICHELIN Guide
"A Three MICHELIN Star restaurant where chef Hajime Yoneda pursues a magnificent gastronomic journey, interpreting the seasons with unique perspectives." - The MICHELIN Guide