TORIKAZE HONG KONG WELCOMES BACK CHEF YOSHITERU IKEGAWA FOR AN EXCLUSIVE THREE-NIGHT GUEST CHEF FROM 28-30 JULY

Legendary founder of Torishiki ICHIMON returns to Hong Kong with a limited-edition yakitori omakase showcasing seasonal Japanese ingredients and signature craftsmanship together with Hong Kong Head Chef Ryo Matsui

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(11th June, 2026 – Hong Kong)  This July, Torikaze Hong Kong welcomes the return of Chef Yoshiteru Ikegawa, one of Japan’s most revered yakitori masters and founder of the acclaimed Torishiki ICHIMON group, for an exclusive three-night guest chef experience from 28 to 30 July 2026.

Taking over the grill at Torikaze Hong Kong for three evenings only, Chef Ikegawa will personally present a special yakitori omakase menu priced at HK$1,480 + 10% per guest, offering diners a rare opportunity to experience his craftsmanship firsthand. Widely regarded as a leading figure in elevating yakitori into one of Japan’s most respected culinary disciplines, Chef Ikegawa’s appearances outside Japan remain exceptionally limited.

Hosted within Torikaze Hong Kong at Forty-Five, LANDMARK, the menu reflects Chef Ikegawa’s philosophy of Yakitori-dō (“The Way of Yakitori”), where technical precision, restraint, and respect for ingredients guide every skewer.

The evening begins with three seasonal appetizers including silky liver mousse, chilled corn soup, and a ginger and shiso chicken roll, before progressing to stuffed chicken wings filled with fragrant Yunnan mushrooms. Throughout the omakase, guests will enjoy a carefully curated selection of signature yakitori cuts grilled over premium Kishu binchotan charcoal, including chicken thigh, shoulder, gizzard, heart, fillet, tsukune meatball, chicken oyster, and wing, alongside seasonal vegetables such as Manganji peppers, broccoli, okra, and sweet potato.

Additional highlights include a refreshing cold tomato and water bean dish, followed by a comforting claypot rice course featuring sweet seasonal corn. The experience concludes with coconut and mango ice cream, offering a light and tropical finale to the meal.

“One skewer, one lifetime” remains the guiding philosophy behind Chef Ikegawa’s cooking. Every skewer is grilled individually according to its cut, fat content, texture, and ideal temperature, demonstrating the meticulous attention to detail that has earned him international acclaim.

A Rare Opportunity to Experience a Yakitori Master

Born in Tokyo’s Edogawa district, Chef Ikegawa trained extensively at the renowned Toriyoshi in Nakameguro before opening Torishiki in 2007. Under his leadership, Torishiki earned a MICHELIN star and became one of Japan’s most sought-after yakitori restaurants, attracting diners from around the world.

Today, Chef Ikegawa leads Torishiki ICHIMON, a collective of acclaimed yakitori restaurants spanning Japan and overseas, including New York, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. Through Torikaze, he continues his mission of preserving and sharing authentic Tokyo yakitori culture with a global audience while mentoring the next generation of yakitori chefs.

Torikaze Hong Kong: Continuing a Tradition of Excellence

Since opening at Forty-Five, LANDMARK in late October 2025, Torikaze Hong Kong has quickly established itself as one of the city’s most exciting new dining destinations. In 2026, the restaurant was recognized as Best New Restaurant and named one of Tatler Best’s Best 20 Restaurants by Tatler Dining in Hong Kong, while also winning Best Japanese Restaurant by Foodie Hong Kong and securing a place on the SCMP 100 Top Tables list.

Chef Ryo Matsui, Head Chef of Torikaze Hong Kong

Led by Head Chef Ryo Matsui, a handpicked disciple of Chef Ikegawa, Torikaze Hong Kong presents an immersive yakitori experience centered around a 16-seat counter where guests witness the artistry of binchotan grilling up close.

Beyond this special event, Torikaze Hong Kong offers a curated range of dining experiences. Lunch features a selection of Japanese comfort dishes and yakitori set menus, while dinner centers around the restaurant’s signature omakase experience, showcasing a progression of premium chicken cuts, seasonal vegetables, and specialty dishes prepared according to traditional Tokyo yakitori techniques. A curated à la carte menu of skewers is also available during dinner service.

Chef Ikegawa’s three-night appearance offers a rare opportunity for Hong Kong diners to experience the founder’s original vision and craftsmanship directly from the master himself.

For reservations, please book through this link HERE or call the restaurant directly at +852 3501 8585.

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About Torikaze Hong Kong

Torikaze is the international expression of Chef Yoshiteru Ikegawa’s Torishiki ICHIMON, the acclaimed collective of yakitori restaurants dedicated to the philosophy of Yakitori-dō (“the Way of Yakitori”). Guided by the motto “one skewer, one lifetime,” Torikaze embodies a tradition that transforms the humble chicken skewer into an elevated dining experience defined by precision, discipline, and respect for the ingredient. With outposts in New York, Shanghai, and now Hong Kong at Forty-Five, LANDMARK, Torikaze continues Ikegawa’s mission to preserve and share the craft of authentic Tokyo yakitori with a global audience.

About Leading Nation Hospitality

Leading Nation Hospitality, a Hong Kong–based group founded in 2016 by entrepreneurs Gerald Li and Kevin Poon, who brings creativity and strategic vision to the city’s culinary scene. Today, the group boasts a diverse portfolio of over 18 innovative restaurant and bar concepts across more than 30 locations in Hong Kong and other key Asian markets. Highlights include acclaimed destinations like Torikaze Hong Kong (Tatler – Best New Restaurant), The Diplomat (Tatler – Top 20 Best Bars), Cristal Room by Anne Sophie Pic (Two MICHELIN-starred), JIJA by Vicky Lau (MICHELIN-recommended), The Merchants (MICHELIN-recommended), Cardinal Point (Cathay Pacific’s Member’s Choice for the Hippest New Nightlife Spot), La Rambla, Morty’s, Elephant Grounds, WAGYUMAFIA, Mashi No Mashi, and Sushi Mamoru, each reflecting the team’s commitment to quality, design, and hospitality excellence.