Hire a private Japanese chef
Hire one of our 618 private Japanese chefs for your next special occasion. Personalize your menu with your chef and enjoy an authentic culinary experience.
How it works
Send your request
Let us know what you want for your event: menu, date, and budget. No commitment!
Chat with chefs
Learn about their journey, and book the perfect chef for a day.
Plan your menu
Adjust your menu quotes until they're perfect for your Japanese event.
Book your event
After you choose a chef and menu, finish your request and invite your guests!
Enjoy!
Welcome your private Japanese chef and enjoy professionally cooked meals at home.
Japanese chef at home
Japanese chefs for hire offer more than sushi and miso soup! Try new flavors and textures with authentic ingredients, like nattō or okonomiyaki. What do you have in mind?
Discover the culinary culture of Japan through an interactive dining experience at home. Let your chef handle everything while you relax.
An interactive cooking experience
You can give your guests a unique dining experience with a Japanese chef at home. Unlike regular catering services, our services include first-hand interactions with your chef and their cooking process.
If something about your request changes, there's no issue. Alter your menu later.
Guest reviews
More than 4250 happy guests have enjoyed our private Japanese chef services.
A Japanese menu on your dining table
Meet our Japanese chefs at home
If you're looking for an authentic Japanese culinary experience, our chef services are for you! Try a new and refreshing alternative to fine dining with a traditional Japanese menu. Plan the perfect meal and focus on your guests while your hired chef prepares everything in your kitchen.
Frequently asked questions
Below, you can find the most recurrent questions about our experiences.
Your private Japanese chef experience includes menu planning, grocery shopping, cooking your customized menu in your kitchen, serving all-course meals, and cleaning up afterward. Tableware and glassware for your service are not included. Tipping is at your discretion.
Groups of 13 or more can expect an average cost of USD 100 per person. For 7 to 10 members, the average is USD 112 per person, while smaller groups of 3 to 6 will typically pay USD 124 per person. Couples should budget around USD 138 per person. Prices may vary based on seasonal trends and dietary considerations.
Yes, they can! Our Japanese chefs for hire have trained and worked in demanding work environments, adjusting their creations to many dietary needs or food allergies. Make sure to share these requirements when filling out your request or while you're chatting with your chef candidates about your service.
Fill out our form to get menu proposals from the top three Japanese chefs available on your special date. Review their profiles and choose your preferred chef. If none meet your needs, we'll provide additional options until you find the perfect fit.
Yes. Our Japanese personal chefs will create a menu suitable for your taste and kitchen equipment. They will purchase fresh, local ingredients and also bring any additional tools necessary to prepare your menu at home. However, it's essential to remember that your purchase does not include tableware and glassware.
Yes. Many of our guests enjoy an interactive cooking experience and ask their Japanese chefs culinary questions. Feel free to join them in the cooking and even learn new tricks for your home cooking. Our chefs are happy to teach craft secrets to you and your guests.
No cooking experience is the same; every occasion is unique, and each guest may have their own particular needs. However, the average timeframe from the Japanese chef's arrival to post-event cleanup is 4.5 hours.
Drinks are not usually a part of your purchase. However, you can always tweak your request with your private Japanese chef to add them as an "extra." Let them know about your beverage preferences and learn what they can offer you. Desserts are included in your default dining experience.
Yes! Customizing your own Japanese menu is one of the most notorious traits of a Japanese chef-at-home experience. When you fill out and submit your request, make sure to include everything you want your menu to include and any dietary needs your chef should be aware of. Ask your chef candidates for their professional advice when curating and planning your experience. There is no commitment.
Tipping is optional and based on your satisfaction with the service and food quality of your experience. On average, tips are about 14.72% of the total bill, reflecting an appreciation of the satisfaction of our guests.
Key information about Japanese private chef services
Learn more details about our services
Our Japanese chefs for hire have an average age of 40.
53% of our Japanese private chefs are women.
It takes only 3 hours from your request to get the first Japanese menu proposal.
We started our personal Japanese chef service in 2016.
20% of our Japanese chef services include kid-friendly options.
One of our guests booked the same Japanese chef 5 times.
There's been a 35% increase in the number of requests for Japanese chefs in the last year.
Our Japanese chefs for hire can speak up to 4 languages.
45% of our guests hire a Japanese chef more than once.
On average, multiple services hire a Japanese chef for 5 days.
We've uploaded over 850 pictures of our private Japanese chef experiences.
It usually takes 3 days from requesting to booking a Japanese chef at home.