Kaiseki Yuzu

Kaoru A. Chef Azeuchi trained in the art of Kaiseki Course cuisine in Japan for 16 years. When he turned 27, he became sous-chef at Hotel Nogamiya. While there, he participated in a Tokushima Culinary Contest, where he won first prize. When he was 35 years old, he joined Tofu Kaiseki Restaurant as their head chef. During this time, he also studied French cuisine for 3 years, training under a Head Chef who had on-the-job experience working in a prestigious French fine dining restaurant. Chef Azeuchi quickly became the sous chef in the restaurant. When Japanese Crown Prince Naruhito - now known as "His Imperial Majesty the Emperor" - made a royal visit to Kagawa Prefecture, Chef Azeuchi entertained him with his beautiful dishes.