Dubai · Sushi · omakase
KEN by Kamatsuda
JapaneseWagyu omakaseAwa WagyuEdomae sushiJapanese-ownedDowntown DubaiOpen kitchenInteractive dining
KEN by Kamatsuda is a Japanese-owned omakase restaurant at The Dubai EDITION hotel, opened in March 2025 by Chef-Owner Ken Kamatsuda, who trained and ran an exclusive members-only restaurant in Japan. Specialising in rare Awa Wagyu and premium Toyosu-sourced seafood, the interactive open-kitchen counter offers three tasting menus from AED 1,350 to AED 5,000 per person.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Downtown Dubai (The Dubai EDITION Hotel)
- Since
- 2025
- Chef
- Ken Kamatsuda
Plate № 06
About
Opened in March 2025 at The Dubai EDITION hotel on Fountain Street, KEN by Kamatsuda is the intimate labour of a Japanese chef-owner who built his career in high-end restaurants across Japan — culminating in running an exclusive members-only venue — before bringing his philosophy to Dubai. Chef Ken Kamatsuda is guided by the principle of ishoku-dogen (food and medicine sharing the same origin), crafting dishes that are simultaneously indulgent and mindful. The open kitchen seats guests in an interactive setting where Kamatsuda and his team prepare each course in front of diners. Three omakase tiers are available: Hajime (AED 1,350 per person, wagyu and seasonal fish), Gokan (AED 2,500, five-senses, 13 dishes) and Maboroshi (AED 5,000, ultra-premium Awa Wagyu, king crab, and uni). Rare Awa Wagyu from Tokushima Prefecture and top-grade seafood flown from Toyosu are sourced directly from Japan. Theatrical dessert presentations and live calligraphy by Bisen Aoyagi add cultural dimension to the experience.
Neighborhood & visiting
KEN by Kamatsuda sits in Downtown Dubai (The Dubai EDITION Hotel), one of Dubai's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chef-Owner Ken Kamatsuda is a Japan-trained, Japan-born chef who previously ran an exclusive members-only restaurant in Japan — rare pedigree at this level of omakase in Dubai.
- Rare Awa Wagyu from Tokushima Prefecture — virtually unavailable outside Japan — served alongside Toyosu-sourced premium seafood, providing exceptional ingredient exclusivity.
- The AED 5,000 Maboroshi menu is among the most premium omakase offerings in the entire Middle East, featuring king crab, sea urchin, and the rarest wagyu available.
- The interactive open-kitchen format — with theatrical dessert finishes and live calligraphy performances — delivers a multi-sensory cultural immersion.
Opened March 2025. Reservation WhatsApp: +971 58 556 2577. SevenRooms booking. Instagram: @kenbykamatsuda.
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Frequently asked
About KEN by Kamatsuda
- Is KEN by Kamatsuda an authentic japanese restaurant in Dubai?
- Yes — KEN by Kamatsuda is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Dubai: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is KEN by Kamatsuda located?
- KEN by Kamatsuda is located at The Dubai EDITION Hotel, M Floor, Dubai Fountain Street, Downtown Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai, United Arab Emirates in the Downtown Dubai (The Dubai EDITION Hotel) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at KEN by Kamatsuda?
- KEN by Kamatsuda accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at KEN by Kamatsuda?
- KEN by Kamatsuda sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Dubai.
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