Atsuko's Kitchen

17/10/2025

World Food Auction 2025 — Great Food. Greater Impact.

I’m really excited to be part of the World Food Auction, where chefs, restaurants, and friends from the food world are coming together to offer truly special culinary experiences — all in support of causes we care most about.

I’ll be offering a 3-hour private sushi masterclass for two at my studio in Shoreditch, London. If you’ve ever wanted to make sushi with me and learn the secrets behind it, this could be yours! Bidding opens soon — stay tuned!

My chosen charity is a brilliant organisation working to make school meals in the UK more nutritious, joyful, and inspiring. I really believe that better food in schools can shape a brighter future for the next generation!

Thank you to my friend Huw for inviting me to join this beautiful initiative.

I hope you’ll join in — bid, share, or simply cheer us on. Together, we can create change through food!! 
Link in bio for more info, all auctions will conclude on 29th October.

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02/02/2025

I had the privilege of returning to Davos for the second year to serve as the MC at Japan Night Davos, a very special evening that brings together global leaders to experience the best of Japan’s culture, and hospitality.

Speaking in front of such distinguished guests wasn’t easy at first (this isn’t even my main career!) But thanks to my amazing voice coach, , I felt much more confident and truly enjoyed the experience. Your support behind the scenes means so much!

I’m also grateful to the Japan Night organisation committees for trusting me again🙏

It was exciting to welcome a producer of Osaka Expo 2025 and the mascot to promote Japan’s next big global event. What a night of meaningful connections and inspiration
I am looking forward to what’s next!

19/11/2024

New Class Dates for 2025 released! -

Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. We are delighted to announce that new class dates for winter 2025 are now available for booking!

01/10/2024

Available classes until the end of 2024 -

This autumn, we’re thrilled to announce a new Japanese Temple Cuisine class with Mari Fujii that sold out quickly! To accommodate demand, we’ve added an additional afternoon session. If you missed your chance to book a class this year, don’t worry—there are still spots available for these e...

24/09/2024

Shojin Ryori: Japanese Temple Cuisine Cooking Class with Mari Fujii -

Atsuko's Kitchen is delighted to host a special Shojin Ryori (Japanese temple cuisine) cooking class with Atsuko's esteemed cookery teacher, Mari Fujii from Kamakura Fushiki-an in Japan, a leading authority in this traditional, plant-based cuisine.

18/07/2024

Discover the joy of sushi making with Yutaka! 🍣✨

Here is Atsuko's sushi self-portrait using Kazari sushi techniques. It's an edible art that uses sushi rice, nori, and black sesame seeds with some natural ingredients to add colours!

Sushi isn't just food—making sushi at home is great fun for everyone and a creative process. It’s something that the whole family can enjoy.

"I actually loved surprising my family with this creation!" 🫶

Gather your friends, family, or even the little ones and dive into the art of sushi portraits!

Remember, the competition may have ended, but the fun of sushi-making never ends! ...Stay tuned for the winner announcement this Friday.

18/04/2024

Fashion Meets Cuisine!

Introducing the brand-new Onitsuka Tiger’s Japanese Restaurant Guidebook + Recipes London edition: 虎の巻Toranomaki

Much like iconic shoes seamlessly blend style and tradition, this definitive guidebook presents a curated selection of 25 Japanese-run restaurants and 5 food and drink experts deeply rooted in Japanese culinary heritage in London🇬🇧

From cozy cafes to elegant sushi bars, this book not only celebrates the rich culture of Japanese cuisine but also the people and places that bring it to life across London!

To all fellow food enthusiasts and lovers of Japanese culture, this book tells you where to go, what to eat without the need to travel to Japan 🇯🇵 ! If you're planning a visit to central London soon, get your hands on a copy at Onitsuka Tiger’s flagship shop on Regent street and embark on a culinary journey that's as stylish as it is delicious.

Arigatou Gozaimasu 🙏for featuring me on this flavourful adventure!


 

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Special thanks to Onitsuka Tiger and MAP Studio

05/02/2024

Join us for a very special evening of Sake tasting and Otsumami event on 29th Feb at 6:30pm at Atsuko’s Kitchen🍶visit link in bio to find out more!

This will be a fun and intimate event where you will get to explore the magical world of Japanese Sake (nihonshu) and Otsumami (Japanese small bites and appetisers).

Each season has its own style of sake in Japan. Luckily we are in the winter season which is when the fresh sake (‘namazake’ or unpasteurized sake) is made – and we have several including our favourite

We will be serving 6 types (at least!) of sake from different regions of Japan served in a unique collection of Japanese serving vessels accompanied by a selection of my cookbooks!

This event is hosted by John and I, and you’re guaranteed a unique and personal experience in the casual and inviting ambience of Atsuko’s Kitchen on Columbia Road.

We look forward to sharing this wonderful evening with you!

05/02/2024

Sake tasting and Otsumami event on 29th Feb at 6:30pm - https://mailchi.mp/e471ad191695/important-message-from-atsukos-kitchen-10245413

20/12/2023

It was such an honor to be featured in the Japanese newspaper Yomiuri #読売新聞, one of the largest newspapers in Japan! My mum, especially, was thrilled; she rushed to a local convenience store to grab copies in the morning on the day it was released!

Although written in Japanese, the series of articles celebrates the 10th anniversary of Japanese cuisine “Washoku,” recognised as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013.

My article focuses on Japanese cuisine abroad, highlighting my cooking classes and the increasing trend of people making Japanese food at home. In the photo, you’ll spot one of my long-time students, Steve (second from the front left), who has been attending my classes since 2009 and contributed to this article.

This Kyushu Regional Cuisine class delves into recipes and their histories from my hometown, southern Japan, featuring dishes from each prefecture in , such as #水炊き mizutaki hotpot, no kakuni, and guruguru, which have been passed down through generations. I also shared my grandmother’s sushi called Suko sushi, a local traditional dish sustained for over 500 years. My grandmother lived to be 103 years old! We enjoyed the dishes with , distilled alcohol from Kyushu.

It was a fantastic opportunity to share my hometown’s cuisine with everyone in this class. Thank you for joining me🙏😊

19/12/2023

21/11/2023

The true measure of success came in the form of the glowing feedback from the guests!

My team and I catered literally 2640 pieces of these 8 types of canapés for 350 guests for the launch of last week!

This journey began with meticulous planning and coordination. The innovative menu showcased my team’s culinary expertise and passion for pushing the boundaries of traditional canapé offerings. Precision and presentation that left a lasting impression on guests and artists including the fabulous

The catering job is just like a running marathon, requiring physical endurance and clear mind under high pressure. I almost experienced a “runner’s high” mood throughout the event! It was a truly satisfying moment when we accomplished the last piece of canapés! Most of them were happily eaten by the guests. We all celebrated our mission and achievement at the end of the cooking marathon!
Needless to say that it was an incredible team-effort. I can’t thank enough to my wonderful chefs , Masa, Marcin, Miyuki and Takako and my waiting staff! It wouldn’t have been possible without your support🙏🍣🔥🦓🥟🙌

A special shoutout to sake! Your excellent sake not only warmed up the guests but also served as the perfect pairing with our canapés.

Thank you for providing a Kitchen space for us Your hospitality spirit is outstanding! Jasmina played a significant role in our overall success🌹

Thank you to fantastic people Ilā and Aurelia from for entrusting us with the incredible opportunity to cater for such an epic event! It was a genuine pleasure collaborating with you. Your hard work, creativity, and unwavering commitment to delivering an exceptional experience were truly commendable.

Congratulations on the impressive launch of ✨✨We are thrilled and honoured to have been a part of the beginning of your new adventure! Massive hug and thank you to ❤️