Taste of Okada

Michelin-starred Chef Hirofumi Imamura’s Taste of Okada

Okada Manila will soon be opening Kappou Imamura, an upscale contemporary Japanese restaurant located at the newest and largest integrated resort in the Philippines. Kappou Imamura is headed by Michelin-starred Chef Hirofumi Imamura who’s practice strongly revolve around “Philosophy of Five”, a traditional Japanese culinary tradition using the 5 senses, 5 colors, 5 tastes, 5 ways and 5 attitudes in engaging his guests in an artful and tasteful gastronomic experience.

Taste of Okada

Taste of Okada

Taste of Okada

Taste of Okada

Okada Manila’s team went to Cebu last January to give Cebuanos a sample of what to expect at Kappou Imamura. A 6-course tasting menu was prepared by Chef Imamura that showcased his signature specialties to invited guests.

Taste of Okada
Flash Smoked Seasonal Fish Salad, seared rosy sea bass and roiled scallion with julienned vegetables in miso vinegar.
Taste of Okada
Sake Simmered Live Lobster in Thick Winter Sauce, simmered lobster with lily bulb and lotus thick taro sauce.
Taste of Okada
Yaki-Nituke Style Charcoal Grilled Kinki Fish, grilled kinki fish with stewed daikon radish, shishito pepper and Japanese leek.
Taste of Okada
Stewed Japanese Wagyu Beef and Yuba Soy Skin, stewed wagyu beef in sweet soy with arrowhead, spinach, napa and Japanese carrot in egg foam.
Taste of Okada
Truffle Rice and Miso Soup, winter truffle with buttered rice and miso soup.
Taste of Okada
Yuzu Gianduja with Bitter Chocolate Mousse and Mango Sorbet, Yuzu-flavored parfait with Gianduja crisp grand cry 64% Valrhona chocolate mousse mango sorbet.
Taste of Okada
Assorted Chocolate Pralines

The dishes prepared by Chef Imamura exemplify the simplicity of the Japanese cuisine. The use of quality ingredients, and the way food was prepared and served, really elevated our overall dining experience.

Taste of Okada
Michelin-starred Chef Hirofumi Imamura

Kappou Imamura will be opening soon at the Upper Ground Level of Okada Manila.

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  1. Hello, I am also a Cebuano, where is this located? They look so delicious, Thank you for sharing this to us.I want to taste the Assorted Chocolate Pralines someday, hope I can eat in this restaurant soon.

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