Gevin Utrillo

Gevin Utrillo

May 10, 2025

Growing up in Hawaii shaped Chef Gevin’s cooking style, deeply influenced by the diverse ethnicities found across the islands. At Japengo, the menu is “Pacific Rim” inspired, drawing upon the bold and unique flavors of Japan, Korea, China, Thailand, the Philippines,...
Toshihiko Yoroizuka

Toshihiko Yoroizuka

May 9, 2025

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,...
Yu Sugimoto

Yu Sugimoto

May 5, 2025

Yu Sugimoto is the Managing Executive Officer and Executive Chef of the prestigious Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, where he blends refined French technique with a deep appreciation for Japanese precision and seasonality. Born in 1980, Sugimoto began his culinary training at...
Yuji Wakiya

Yuji Wakiya

May 5, 2025

Born in Hokkaido in 1958, Yuji Wakiya started his career as a cook at the age of 15. After gaining experience at Akasaka Sanno Hanten and other restaurants, he was appointed as head chef at Tachikawa Recent Park Hotel at the age of 27. In 1996, Wakiya assumed the post...
Patrick Heymann

Patrick Heymann

May 5, 2025

A graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America in New York, Patrick Heymann has cooked his way through exotic kitchens around the world, including as Executive Chef at CordeValle in San Martin, California. Heymann started his career at the Hyatt Waikoloa...