Chef Akira Kugue
Akira is a trained sushi chef from Kyoto, Japan. He is passionate about delivering the optimum flavour of fresh sashimi and sushi.
In 1996, Akira moved to New Zealand and ran Seamart sushi bar and Auckland Fish Market in Viaduct as well as teaching sushi & tempura cooking class at the Seafood Market. In 2006, he opened Gion Japanese Restaurant.
Akira describes his food as simple, heart-warming and traditional.
His goal is to bring the original taste and visual experience of Kyoto to his customers.