Osaka HAJIME - Michelin 3-stars

Showcasing the origins and evolution of gastronomy,
Hajime

Hajime is a restaurant run by chef Hajime Yoneda, opened in Osaka in May 2008 with the idea of ‘creating a truly first-class restaurant.’ Chef Yoneda's unique aesthetic worldview, which emphasizes harmony and balance between nature, the earth, and the universe, is reflected in his dishes. You can fully feel nature, be thankful for the earth, and feel the fragility of life and the work of art of life itself.

This unparalleled gourmet feast that shows the life and growth of a gourmet will bring you joy and emotion. At , each dish is as gorgeous as a work of art. It expresses the aesthetic thoughts of the universe through 4 hours, 18 dishes, and the inner world of a gourmet. The name of the most famous dish is ‘Earth’. is a sophisticated all-vegetarian dish that offers the best experience in both ingredients and cuisine, providing a time to fully experience nature, appreciate the earth, and discover the beauty of life. .

About Hajime Yoshida

After working as a chef at French restaurants in Japan and France, Hajime Yoneda opened a restaurant called Hajime Restaurant Gastronomik Osaka Japon in Osaka, Japan in May 2008 with the intention of “creating a truly great restaurant.”

In October 2009, one year and five months after opening the restaurant, it received the honor of receiving three stars in the world's fastest Michelin Guide.

In May 2012, opening hours were reduced to once a day, and the restaurant's name was changed to HAJIME. Based on his love of gastronomy, he continues to express his own aesthetic sense and worldview through life sciences, biology, neuroscience, gastroenterology, business management, architecture, and space science.

Hajime Awards

3 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2018
2 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2017
2 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2016
2 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2015
2 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2014
2 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2013
3 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2012
3 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2011
3 Michelin Stars - Michelin Guide 2010

Asia's 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2017
Asia's 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2016
Asia's 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2015
Asia's 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2014
Asia's 50 Best Restaurant Awards 2013

OAD Top100 Asian Restaurants 2017
OAD Top50 Japanese Restaurants 2016
OAD Top30 Japanese Restaurants 2015

100 chefs au monde - Le magazine Le Chef 2017
100 chefs au monde - Le magazine Le Chef 2016
100 chefs au monde - Le magazine Le Chef 2015

From Asia's 50 Restaurants to Michelin Guide 3 stars, Hajime's food is already recognized globally.

Menu Guide

The menu is divided into the chef's special course, short course, and vegetable tasting course. Each chef serves fresh French food using seasonal ingredients.