Takahiro Gejo ( Owner-Chef of Japanese Restaurant GEJO )
Category
Sushi Chef, Catering, Restaurant Supervision, Collaboration Event, Product Development
Biography
Takahiro Gejo honed his skills at a Michelin-recognized restaurant in Toyama, Japan, before traveling across Europe to master both French cuisine and traditional Japanese sushi. By blending these distinct culinary disciplines, he has created a unique gastronomic world that seamlessly fuses tradition with innovation. His creations captivate guests, offering an unparalleled dining experience that is both deeply rooted in heritage and boldly forward-thinking.
Throughout his career, he has hosted events around the world, showcasing the excellence of Japanese ingredients and traditional craftsmanship while fostering new cultural connections between Japan and various countries.
Another hallmark of GEJO’s dining experience is its exceptional beverage pairings. The combination of food with carefully selected sake and wine has received high praise from guests, elevating flavors and creating moments of true culinary harmony. These pairings are the culmination of Gejo’s refined sensibilities and expertise, developed through his time in Europe, and they push the boundaries of Japanese gastronomy to new heights.
GEJO’s restaurant, located in Higashi-Iwase, Toyama, welcomes guests from around the world who seek to experience his visionary cuisine. Here, visitors not only savor the finest ingredients nurtured by Japan’s natural environment but also appreciate the artistry of traditional Japanese craftsmanship through tableware and utensils that enhance the dining experience. The culinary story woven at GEJO serves as a bridge that brings Japanese artistry and aesthetics to a global audience, playing a vital role in sharing culture and emotions through the power of food.
Scheduled Events
March 15, 2025 (Tentative) – Azabu-Juban KAFUKA with GEJO
December 28-29, 2024 – White Truffle & Vintage Wine with GEJO at i.vintage (Private Members-Only Wine Bar, Address Confidential)
December 21-22, 2024 – GEJO Christmas Concert with Pianist Chihiro Hosokawa
December 6-7, 2024 – Azabu-Juban KAFUKA with GEJO
November 21, 2024 – Sushi Anaba (Copenhagen, Denmark)
November 24, 2024 – 20th Anniversary Party in Bourgogne, France
September 30, 2024 – TAMAGO CLUB X WAGYUMAFIA
September 29, 2024 – GEJO × WAGYUMAFIA
September 27, 2024 – Japanese Sake IWA 5 Assemblage 5 Launch Celebration – ‘Gejo’ Collaboration Sushi Dinner
July 10-11, 2024 – GEJO × Igaita Kaha (Winery)
June 1, 2024 – Azabu-Juban Bistaurant RNSQ – Pairing Event
May 10-12, 2024 – i.vintage (Private Members-Only Wine Bar, Address Confidential)
February 17, 2024 – GEJO × Ozaki Beef Collaboration Event
February 3-4, 2024 – Azabu-Juban Bistaurant RNSQ
January 18-20, 2024 – JW Marriott Seoul – GEJO × TAMAYURA
January 26-27, 2024 – Chefs Without Borders – GEJO × Yokohama Chinatown Togenro
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