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Hazama

JapaneseKaisekiTraditional JapaneseTasting MenuFine DiningNavigliTortonaMichelin Good CookingSeasonal

The purest kaiseki proposition in Milan outside of the IYO group, Hazama is the solo project of Satoshi Hazama — who began training in kaiseki in Japan at age 16 and opened in Navigli in 2020. His seven-course kaiseki (€130) and four-course tasting menu (€80) apply Japan's five fundamental cooking techniques to strictly seasonal Italian and Japanese ingredients.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Navigli / Tortona
Since
2020
Chef
Satoshi Hazama
Hazama — authentic japanese restaurant in Milan, Navigli / Tortona
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About
Chef Satoshi Hazama was born in Gunma in 1984 and entered the kaiseki tradition as a teenager under a master who passed on both technique and philosophy. After working at restaurants in Japan and then at Al Pont de Ferr and Sol Levante in Milan, he opened Hazama in May 2020 on Via Savona in the Navigli/Tortona district. The kaiseki philosophy he practices is rooted in seasonality, colour, texture contrast, and a deep respect for the whole table as a temporal narrative — dishes are sequenced to create a crescendo of intensity, moving from delicate raw preparations through soups and grilled courses to a closing rice dish. The seven-course kaiseki (€130) changes with the seasons, requiring 24 hours' advance booking; a four-course tasting menu (€80) and an à la carte are also available. Michelin lists the restaurant under 'Good Cooking.' Hazama himself frequently steps from the kitchen to present courses at the table and to talk with guests about the philosophy behind each dish.
Neighborhood & visiting

Hazama sits in Navigli / Tortona, one of Milan's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused kaiseki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Chef Hazama trained in kaiseki from age 16 in Japan — his commitment to the uncompromised kaiseki tradition is unmatched among Milan's Japanese restaurants.
  • The seasonal kaiseki menu changes entirely with each season, making repeat visits a genuinely different culinary journey through Japan's calendar.
  • Hazama regularly presents dishes in the dining room himself, offering spontaneous conversations about kaiseki history and technique that transform dinner into an education.

Kaiseki (7 courses, €130) and tasting menu (4 courses, €80) are available at dinner with two sittings: 19:30 or 21:00. À la carte also available at lunch and dinner. Kaiseki reservation required at least 24 hours in advance. Signature dish: Hassun (seasonal platter with six preparations in different cooking styles). Also offers delivery and takeaway at lunch.

Links
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Frequently asked

About Hazama

Is Hazama an authentic japanese restaurant in Milan?
Yes — Hazama is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Milan: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
Where is Hazama located?
Hazama is located at Via Savona 41, 20144 Milano MI, Milan, Italy in the Navigli / Tortona neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Hazama?
Hazama accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Hazama?
Hazama sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Milan.
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