Chef Interview
Please introduce yourself.
- I’m ” Masa ”. I was born and raised in Tokyo. My hobby is traveling. On holidays, I often went to scenic spots and hot springs by my motorcycle. So I want to go to various places in Malaysia.
Why did you decide to become a sushi chef?
- I like to eat delicious food, especially sushi. Whenever I had a celebration, I was always taken to eat sushi. And I thought it is great to be able to make people happy through the food I cooked.
How did you learn sushi (Japanese cuisine)?
- I worked at a sushi restaurant from the age of 20 and learned sushi.
What is the point that makes something worth doing of working as a sushi chef?
- The most rewarding thing is to make our customers smile. Also, learn simple yet profound skills.
Why did you choose Sushi Oribe (Malaysia)?
- It was attractive because of its cultural diversity, small time difference with japan, and English-speaking countries.
What is your specialty dish?
How long have you been a sushi chef?
What's the difference between Japanese sushi restaurants and Malaysian sushi restaurants?
- I don’t know yet. But I don’t think it makes a big difference.
Please tell us your future dreams and goals.
- I want to learn various things in Malaysia, Food culture and language. I'd like to go to the fish market. Also, I want to make sushi using local ingredients in Malaysia.