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Joe Kimura
Chef • Author • Japanese Cuisine Specialist
Private dining, culinary experiences and Japanese cooking education.
Private Villa & Chalet Chef
Bespoke Japanese Dining in Exceptional Settings
From Mediterranean villas and private residences to exclusive Alpine chalets, Chef Joe Kimura creates personalised Japanese dining experiences, combining traditional craftsmanship with a contemporary approach.
Available for intimate omakase dinners, private sushi and ramen experiences, extended culinary residencies and guest chef collaborations.
Serving the French Riviera, including Monaco, Cannes, Mougins and Grasse; Northern Italy, including Turin, Milan and Lake Como; and the French Alps, from Courchevel and Méribel to Megève and the Geneva region.
Winter 2026–27 | French Alps
Now welcoming enquiries for private chalet dining and culinary residencies for February–March 2027.
Enquire About Alpine Bookings →
Spring & Summer 2027 | Mediterranean
Enquiries are open for private villa dining, exclusive events and extended stays along the French Riviera and Northern Italy.
LEARN WITH JOE KIMURA
Live Online Sushi Classes
Learn to make traditional Japanese maki sushi with Chef Joe Kimura in a live, two-hour cooking class. Discover the techniques behind perfectly seasoned sushi rice, precise rolling and professional presentation, with guidance throughout.
Private Maki Sushi Class
€99
2 hours · Live online · One household
Enjoy a personalised, two-hour lesson from your own kitchen. Ideal for beginners and enthusiasts looking to develop their skills with direct instruction from a professional sushi chef.
Book now and arrange a convenient date afterwards.
Live Group Workshop
€39
2 hours · Per household · Limited places
Join a small group for a relaxed, live, interactive sushi-making workshop. Learn the fundamentals of maki sushi, ask questions and prepare your own rolls alongside the chef.
Only 8 spots · 15th November 2026 · 15:00-17:00
Give the Gift of Sushi
€99
Treat someone to their own private, two-hour online maki class with Chef Joe Kimura. A personalised gift voucher, with the date arranged by the recipient.
Classes are conducted live online. Participants receive an ingredients and equipment list in advance.
Ingredients are not included.
Ramen Foundations
Learn the craft behind authentic Japanese ramen.
From broth and tare to aromatic oils, noodles and toppings, Ramen Foundations explores the essential techniques and principles behind creating exceptional ramen at home.
A comprehensive online course with Chef Joe Kimura, designed to develop genuine understanding rather than simply follow recipes.
Coming Soon! February 2027
Prefer to learn live?
Book a private online ramen class with Chef Joe Kimura, tailored to your experience and interests. Enjoy personalised, hands-on instruction from your own kitchen, with the date arranged after booking.
BARCELONA · 29 OCTOBER 2026
Representing Scotland at the European Sushi Championship
Chef Joe Kimura will represent Scotland at the 2026 European Sushi Championship in Barcelona, bringing together Japanese culinary craftsmanship, international experience and a personal interpretation of sushi.
Professional Background
Joe Kimura has worked in restaurants in Japan, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia and Europe, focusing on sushi, ramen, robata grilling, and traditional Japanese techniques.
His career includes work in restaurants in Osaka and Wakayama, as well as senior roles in London kitchens such as Gordon Ramsay, Roka, Nobu, and Hakkasan. He later founded Japanese cooking schools in Copenhagen, where he began teaching professional-level culinary techniques to home cooks and food enthusiasts.
This combination of restaurant experience and education now informs his work through culinary events, private dining, and online classes.
The Complete Guide to Japanese Cooking
Joe is the author of a comprehensive 600 page cookbook covering more than 150 traditional and modern Japanese dishes, along with foundational techniques such as fish preparation, ingredient selection, and knife work.
The book brings together years of professional experience and teaching into a practical guide for cooks who want to understand Japanese cuisine in depth.
Private Dining, Collaborations & Enquiries
Whether you're planning an intimate private dinner, a culinary experience at your villa or chalet, or a collaboration with Chef Joe Kimura, you're welcome to get in touch.
Enquiries are invited for:
Private Japanese dining and bespoke omakase experiences
Villa and chalet chef services, including extended residencies
Luxury hospitality partnerships and guest chef appearances
Private cooking classes and culinary workshops
Events, festivals, demonstrations and media collaborations
Now welcoming enquiries for the French Alps, February–March 2027, and the French Riviera and Northern Italy for spring and summer 2027.
Please use the form to share a few details about your plans, including your preferred location and dates.
All inquiries are reviewed personally.
You can expect a response within 24–48 hours.