The Okura Prestige Bangkok is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated annual event “Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025,” now in its fourth year. Between Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025, the hotel will transform into a vibrant showcase of authentic Japanese culture, customs, traditions, and exquisite cuisine.
This year’s event promises an even more immersive experience, bringing the heart of Japan to the bustling center of Bangkok. The “Japanese Fair- Sense of Japan 2025” is designed to transport guests and visitors to Japan through a curated selection of events and activities. From world-class culinary delights crafted by renowned guest chefs to captivating traditional performances, the event offers something for everyone to discover and enjoy.
A Culinary Journey: Highlight Dining Experiences with Master Chefs
Food enthusiasts will rejoice at the exclusive dining opportunities available during the “Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025,” featuring the artistry of distinguished guest chefs. The Okura Prestige Bangkok is proud to host these culinary maestros who will present their mastery of Japanese culinary arts through the intimate ‘Omakase’ experience, meaning “I leave it up to you,” allowing guests to savour the freshest, seasonally inspired creations. The culinary highlights at The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s “Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025” include:
‘Tempura Omakase with Guest Chef Yoshinobu Yamada’
Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025
18:30 hrs.
Adding depth to this year’s Japanese Fair once again is Guest Chef Yoshinobu Yamada, a renowned figure in Japan’s tempura world, with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. A disciple of the legendary tempura houses of Osaka, Chef Yamada is known for mastering the delicate balance between crispness and softness, ensuring that each tempura item is not only precisely flawless but also deeply expressive of the ingredient’s natural character.
His ‘Tempura Omakase’ promises a sublime journey through perfectly fried seasonal ingredients, expertly battered to achieve a crisp, ethereal texture without greasiness. Served in sequential bites, each piece is prepared à la minute, ensuring peak crispness, freshness and flavour. Chef Yamada’s ‘Tempura Omakase’ is a performance in precision. Courses flow in sequence, from lightly battered seafood to seasonal vegetable and rare delicacies, each fried and paired with thoughtful condiments that enhance without overpowering.
This experience is also available daily from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025 at 18:30 hrs. It is priced at Baht 4,900++ per person for a Tempura Omakase at Yamazato. With only eight seats available per day, guests are guaranteed an intimate and personalised experience.
‘Sushi Kaiseki Omakase with Guest Chef Ikuma Sato’
Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025
18:30 hrs.
Indulge in an unparalleled sushi experience with Guest Chef Ikuma Sato, an acclaimed sushi master known for his precision, seasonal sensibility, and artistry, will headline the “Sushi Kaiseki Omakase” – a refined multi-course experience that captures the subtle beauty of Japanese cuisine and traditional Japanese hospitality.
Chef Ikuma Sato, the esteemed Sushi Chef at Hotel Okura Manila, brings over two decades of sushi mastery to this year’s “Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025.” His odyssey with sushi began in April 2001, embracing the disciplined path of an apprentice. His passion has taken him across the globe, from vibrant sushi counters in Japan to prestigious dining scenes in Switzerland, Europe, and Hong Kong. Chef Sato is revered for his elegant restraint, seasonality-driven menus, and profound respect for time-honoured techniques. With every bite thoughtfully composed using the finest seasonal ingredients, Chef Sato delivers a journey that honours both nature and tradition.
The “Sushi Kaiseki Omakase” is priced at Baht 5,900++ per person, this exclusive dining experience is available nightly at 18:30 hrs. from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025, at Yamazato offering an exceptional opportunity for sushi fanatics and culinary explorers alike. With only eight seats available per day, guests are guaranteed an intimate and personalised experience.
‘Yakitori Omakase with Guest Chef Yoshinari Takagi’
Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September 2025
18:30 hrs.
The return of Guest Chef Yoshinari Takagi, a dynamic force in modern Japanese cuisine who masterfully bridges traditional techniques with refined, contemporary flair. With a career shaped by classic training in Kyoto and Tokyo, Chef Takagi is known for his deep understanding of ingredient integrity and balance. His culinary philosophy is rooted in the concept of ‘Shun’ – the perfect moment when an ingredient is at its seasonal peak – and he applies this principle with disciplined precision to every dish he creates.
Chef Takagi presents a “Yakitori Omakase,” elevating a much-loved comfort food into a sophisticated omakase experience. Each course is a careful composition of premium cuts, and time-honoured grilling methods with fine dining finesse. His yakitori journey is priced at Baht 3,900++ per person, available nightly at 18:30 hrs. from 12 to 14 September 2025, and promises to surprise even the most seasoned connoisseurs with its depth and nuance.
‘Okura Afternoon Tea Omakase with MiSiS Jewelry Inspired’
Friday, 12 September 2025
15:00 hrs.
Experience a unique blend of high fashion and culinary artistry with the exclusive “Okura Afternoon Tea Omakase with MiSiS Jewelry Inspired.” This special afternoon tea draws profound inspiration from the whimsical and meticulously crafted designs of ‘MiSiS Jewelry,’ a renowned brand for translating the vibrant essence of the natural world: air, earth, fire, and water; into captivating pieces.
Executive Chef Sebastiaan Hoogewerf of The Okura Prestige Bangkok has poured his passion and creativity into curating each exquisite bite, allowing the artistic vision of ‘MiSiS Jewelry’ to flourish on the plate. He has meticulously crafted savoury and sweet delights where the elements and motifs of MiSiS’s designs directly inspire the choice of ingredients and their presentation.
Delight in savoury courses that capture the spirit of MiSiS’s designs: the elegance of a ‘Pearl’ bite evokes the delicate beauty of pearls and marine forms; a sophisticated ‘Crab’ creation mirrors the intricate details and bold forms of their nature-inspired pieces; ‘Caviar and Pearl’ symbolise luxury and refinement, a direct link to MiSiS’s use of precious elements; and ‘Fish’ draws inspiration from the delicate, artful presentation inherent in Japanese cuisine, reflecting the precision in MiSiS designs.
The dessert concepts are equally imaginative and inspired; a ‘Vanilla Orchid’ dessert celebrates the exotic flora and delicate beauty found in MiSiS’s botanical pieces; ‘Dragonfly’ inspired elements are beautifully incorporating the seasonal splendour that influences MiSiS’s vibrant colour palettes; and ‘Starfish’ complete the journey, bringing the enchantment of the ocean to your plate.
Each bite is a harmonious tribute to MiSiS’s celebration of nature, elegance, and colour brought to life through Executive Chef Sebastiaan Hoogewerf’s artistic culinary interpretation and his deep understanding of the connection between art and flavour. This exquisite “Okura Afternoon Tea Omakase with MiSiS Jewelry Inspired.,” is priced at Baht 1,950++ per person and will be available exclusively on Friday, 12 September 2025 at 15:00 hrs. with limited seats available only.
‘Okura Afternoon Tea Omakase with Ksana’
Saturday, 13 September 2025
15:00 hrs.
Adding another layer of exceptional craftsmanship to the culinary programme is the exclusive “Okura Afternoon Tea Omakase with Ksana.” The Okura Prestige Bangkok is thrilled to welcome back Mr. Kai Kato, Matcha Tea Master of Ksana, for this unique collaboration with the hotel’s Executive Chef Sebastiaan Hoogewerf.
Ksana is renowned for its deeply intentional tea concept, offering an immersive blending of ceremonial-grade matcha, mindful ritual, and sensory storytelling. Their distinction lies in sourcing premium, balanced, and nuanced matcha from Uji, Kyoto, a region celebrated globally for its high-quality tea and the mindful brewing practiced by their brewists, who are trained in traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
This partnership is a rare opportunity to experience a holistic pairing where Executive Chef Sebastiaan Hoogewerf’s curated afternoon tea delights are thoughtfully complemented by Mr. Kai Kato’s exceptional matcha selections and infusions. This collaboration goes beyond simple food and drink, creating a unique sensory ritual that mirrors Ksana’s mission to sculpt an atmosphere and ritual of peaceful escape. Guests will discover how the complex notes of Ksana’s matcha, ranging from subtle seaweed to chocolate or smokiness, harmonise with each delicate bite of the afternoon tea omakase, elevating the entire experience into a moment of pure, and intentional serenity.
The “Okura Afternoon Tea Omakase with Ksana” is priced at Baht 1,950++ per person and will be available exclusively on Saturday, 13 September 2025 at 15:00 hrs., with limited seats available only.
Cultural Highlights at The Okura Prestige Bangkok’s Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025 include:
Beyond the culinary offerings, “Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025” also invites guests and visitors to engage with Japan’s rich cultural heritage through mesmerising live performances.
On Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September at 17:30 hrs., Sensei Uehira will take center stage in the lavish lobby on floor 24 of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. As a master of Japanese Calligraphy, Sensei Uehira will grace the stage with his artistry, demonstrating the beauty, precision, and cultural significance of this ancient tradition. Guests will also be captivated by the percussive power of “Taiko Drums,” the delicate beauty of a “Japanese Performance,” enhancing the immersive cultural experience.
Now in its fourth year, “Japanese Fair – Sense of Japan 2025” has become a signature cultural highlight at The Okura Prestige Bangkok. Celebrating the hotel’s deep Japanese roots through curated experiences that are both luxurious and meaningful. With rare appearances by Japanese’s culinary masters and moments of cultural elegance throughout, the annual event promises to be one of Bangkok’s most anticipated events of the season.
Advance reservations are highly recommended due to limited seating for dining events. For more information or to secure your seat, please call 02 687 9000 or email: fb.concierge@okurabangkok.com