Chihiro Masui Book order

The book showcases Kenzo Takada's transformative impact on fashion after opening his first boutique in Paris in 1970. Blending vibrant colors and patterns from Japanese kimonos with Parisian haute couture, he created a unique style that celebrated joy and whimsy. Featuring over 300 sketches and stunning photography, it chronicles his forty-year career, including high-energy runway shows and a behind-the-scenes glimpse of a wedding dress creation. This visual exploration captures Kenzo's creative process and the evolution of his iconic label.

Hiroki Yoshitake: one of the most talented Michelin starred Chefs in Paris, designated as the best chef under 35 years old in Japan. He worked for three years at the French restaurant La Rochelle in Sakai (Japan). In 2009 he moved to Paris and worked for the trendiest kitchens at that time: Ze Kitchen Galerie, Magnolias and L'Astrance. He was then appointed Head Chef at Sola when the restaurant opened in 2010. In 2012 he received his first Michelin star. This beautiful book reveals the perfect harmony orchestrated by Hiroki Yoshitake between French and Japanese cuisine. The recipes are inspirational, and presented season by season.

The techniques and ingredients of sophisticated Japanese cuisine are explained here in detail and illustrated in a series of step-by-step colour photographs. Ideal for home cooks new to Japanese food and for those with experience.

A glimpse inside the prestigious Le Cinq restaurant, housed in Paris' most luxurios restaurant, Four Seasons George V.