Our team

Executive Chef

Takeyuki Nakagawa

Executive Sushi Chef Takeyuki Nakagawa believes in “No borders in cooking” as he creates new WASHOKU with local ingredients while preserving Japanese tradition.
Born in Mie Prefecture, Japan, he honed his skills as a sushi chef by training in gourmet destinations around the world including Singapore, Dubai, and Tokyo.

Sommelier

Yoko SuganamiJapanese Sake Sommelier

Yoko Suganami promotes Japanese Sake in Hawaiis and California through strong local partnerships. She specializes in arranging sake menus and organizing sake & food pairing experiences.

Mitsy MurataWine Sommelier

Mitsy Murata enhanced her knowledge through studies at CIA Gray Stone and an internship in Napa Valley. Collaborating with American wine associations and major companies, she extends her expertise as a judge.

General Manager

Nobuhiro Miyazaki

The General Manager, Nobuhiro Miyazaki, studied in Seattle, USA for five years and obtained a culinary license upon returning to Japan. He worked in various restaurants in Japan before operating his own restaurant in Hawaii in 2017, gaining valuable experience. Leveraging his experience in restaurant management in Hawaii, I will deliver the finest hospitality learned in Japan to our customers.

Join Our Team

At Yohei Sushi KAHALA, we are seeking passionate individuals to be part of our team, embracing the essence of Japanese Hospitality.

To explore our current career opportunities and apply for a position, please complete our online application.

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