Testimonials

The Art of the Tool: Tetsuya Saotome, the “God of Tempura,” and His Chopsticks
The Art of the Tool: Tetsuya Saotome, the “God of Tempura,” and His Chopsticks
Sep 26, 2026by MinemuraToru
Ginza Natsuno visits Tetsuya Saotome of Mikawa Zezankyo, the legendary chef often called the “God of Tempura,” to explore his...
Ginza Natsuno Chopsticks Case Study:Nihonbashi SONOJI
Interview
Ginza Natsuno Chopsticks Case Study:Nihonbashi SONOJI
InterviewJun 2, 2025by MinemuraToru
  Ginza Natsuno Chopsticks in Action: Nihonbashi SONOJI Tempura that captivates. Soba that completes the meal.     Nihonbashi SONOJI...
Maumi Ozaki, Sushi Chef, Sushi Bar Maumi, Vancouver, Canada
Interview
Ginza Natsuno Chopsticks Case Study: Sushi Bar Maumi
InterviewMay 28, 2025by Yuki Tokuda
Introducting Sushi Bar Maumi More than 8,000 kilometers from his homeland, Mr. Maumi Ozaki has spent over three decades perfecting...
This is me (Minemura of Ginza Natsuno; center) with Namban Ginentei's Head Chef Ms. Nodoka Ozawa (left) and Service Manager Ms. Kyoko Inami (right).
Interview
Ginza Natsuno Chopsticks Case Study: Namban Ginentei
InterviewMay 28, 2025by Yuki Tokuda
Introducing Namban Ginentei Namban Ginentei is a renowned yoshoku (Japanese-style Western cuisine) restaurant in the heart of Ginza, Tokyo. Established...
Ginza Natsuno chopsticks Case study: Dim Dining
Interview
Ginza Natsuno chopsticks Case study: Dim Dining
InterviewOct 23, 2024by MinemuraToru
DIM Dining (Belgian Japanese restaurant)Owner and sake sommelier Jonas Kellens ‘‘I can feel the craftsmanship and spirit of Japan in...