Born and raised in Japan, Chef Kishimoto's three decade long career began at an early age in the local fish market. After obtaining his chef's license, he honed his skills at sushi and kaiseki style restaurants in Osaka and Kyoto, before relocating to Vancouver. Reflecting his belief in the adage "eat with your eyes", he enjoys creating food that is as beautiful as it is delicious. 

Co-owner and lifelong Vancouverite Jyan plays a vital role in various aspects of what makes Kishimoto special. From local ingredient sourcing, choosing our wine and sake, photography, office and media  management and everything behind the scenes, her efforts allow Chef Kishimoto to focus on what he does best. She believes in supporting local farms and products from BC.

Long term and dedicated team member Seiji has been part of the Kishimoto crew since our early days. He works closely alongside Chef Kishimoto and helps create a welcoming and positive atmosphere for our team and guests. He enjoys bringing happiness to others through food.

Takuya has been cooking in Vancouver's Japanese restaurant scene since 2007 when he arrived from Japan. He would like everyone to know how wonderful Japanese food is. 

Originally a teppanyaki chef in Japan, Kazuhiro learned the art of sushi making after arriving in Canada many years ago. He brings his diverse skill set to Kishimoto's kitchen and aims to create an enjoyable experience every day.

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