Yukihiko Tsuchisaka

Yukihiko Tsuchisaka founded Shunsaiten Tsuchiya in 2008 at age 37 and has held two Michelin stars since 2012. In an 18‑seat counter in Esaka/Suita he fuses tempura and kaiseki disciplines, specializing in exacting frying technique, seasonal sequencing and intimate service that emphasizes timing, texture and ingredient quality.