About
Japanese-American chef and television personality, best known for competing on the Bravo's 18th season of Top Chef. He was also a national semi-finalist for the James Beard Award in 2018, 2019 and 2020. His TikTok account has gained over 60,000 followers.
Before Fame
He began his culinary journey at the age of 16. At the age of 18, he moved to Osaka, Japan, where he attended the Tsuji Culinary Arts School and had the opportunity to work for Michelin Star rated Chef Yasuhiko Sakamoto.
Trivia
He is the owner of Kōbo pizza and Taku Seattle, an Osaka-style street food restaurant. He beat Bobby Flay in a tempura challenge on the television series Beat Bobby Flay.
Family Life
In April 2021, he posted a photo of his parents eating a meal he made for them.
Associated With
In 2022, he was a guest judge on Top Chef alongside chefs, Gail Simmons and Tom Colicchio.
