Toshihiko Yoroizuka

ToshiYoroizuka - Tokyo, Japan

Toshihiko Yoroizuka is one of Japan’s most respected and innovative pâtissiers, known for his refined desserts, deep respect for ingredients, and commitment to advancing Japan’s culinary culture. Born in 1965, he began his culinary career in the Kansai region, training at a hotel before embarking on an eight-year journey across Europe to deepen his skills in classical pastry techniques.

Upon returning to Japan, Yoroizuka opened his first namesake patisserie, Toshi Yoroizuka, in Ebisu, Tokyo, in 2004. His desserts quickly gained a loyal following for their balance of artistry, flavor, and technical mastery. Building on this success, he expanded his brand with additional locations in Roppongi’s Tokyo Midtown, Suginami, and Odawara.

Yoroizuka’s passion for high-quality ingredients and sustainability led him to establish his own cacao farm, Toshi Yoroizuka Cacao Farm Ecuador, in 2010. A year later, he founded Ichiyajo Yoroizuka Farm—a 6,600 square meter farm and restaurant perched atop Ishigakiyama in Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture. These projects reflect his philosophy of connecting farm to table and deepening the relationship between agriculture and confectionery.

In 2016, he opened Toshi Yoroizuka TOKYO, his flagship store located in Kyobashi, Tokyo, where he continues to push the boundaries of dessert innovation.

Beyond the kitchen, Yoroizuka is committed to nurturing the next generation of confectioners and promoting Japanese food culture. Through his work, he strives to create confections that not only delight the senses but also elevate the role of agriculture and culinary arts in society. Tireless in his pursuit of excellence, Chef Yoroizuka remains a leading figure in Japan’s dessert scene and a passionate advocate for the future of Japanese gastronomy.