Masa — The Philosophy of Shibui

Menu's, glasses and alcohol bottles at partnering Bar Masa NYC, neighboring Masa restaurant on the 4th Floor, 10 Columbus Circle, Time Warner Center, New York, NY 10019

The Shops at Columbus Circle
10 Columbus Circle, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10019
(Next to Masa)

The Omakase Counter at Kappo Masa

Below Gagosian
976 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10075

A shot of Tobi Masa Restaurant in Mayfair, London.

The Chancery Rosewood
30 Grosvenor Square
Mayfair, London
W1K 6AN

Masa Designs dish-wear on a wooden counter

Explore Chef Masa’s Collections today

Dining room at Masa Restaurant

The Shops at Columbus Circle
10 Columbus Circle, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10019

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Masa — The Philosophy of Shibui

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CULINARY DESTINATION BY

acclaimed chef

MASAYOSHI TAKAYAMA

10 Columbus Circle, NY

A monotone image of Chef Masa plating a dish using chopsticks

An overhead shot of Truffle shavings being precisely placed on a dish using chopsticks.

Dining room at Masa Restaurant

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Restaurant

Creativity, discipline and focus exemplify Chef Masa’s philosophy

of shibui—complexity refined to simplicity.

Step 1/3 of a Chef carefully preparing Masa Toro Tartare Caviar

Step 2/3 of a Chef carefully preparing Masa Toro Tartare Caviar

Step 3/3 of a Chef carefully preparing Masa Toro Tartare Caviar, squeezing lime.

A singular pice of Sushi on a shiny black triangle plate

Step 1/3 of a Chef carefully preparing Masa Toro Tartare Caviar

Step 2/3 of a Chef carefully preparing Masa Toro Tartare Caviar

Step 3/3 of a Chef carefully preparing Masa Toro Tartare Caviar, squeezing lime.

A singular pice of Sushi on a shiny black triangle plate

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Information

Refined beauty that isn’t affected by time or social changes. Shibui is never complicated or contrived. Purity of being, of living, of sensing is inherent in all elements of the Masa experience.

A fundamental respect of the distinctiveness, which is naturally occurring, is observed with each act of slicing, shaving and sprinkling. The food is prepared quickly, and plated for guests as soon as ready to preserve the idea that each dish is still in a living, being state.

A cinematic image of the Omakase counter at Masa

The sushi counter, made of a single solid piece of Hinoki, is sanded daily to a soft, porous state providing visual and tactile satisfaction. Seasonal branches are arranged daily to highlight the beautiful imperfections mother nature produces, offering a unique perspective from all angles.

The simple decor is intentionally minimal to act as a blank canvas on which the food is allotted space to shine. The courses build on seasonal ingredients offered only in their freshest most delicious state. Every dish is composed to ensure that the innate character of each ingredient persists.

Chef Masa Takayama brings together traditional Japanese technique and modern artistry in ways that feel both singular and untouched. Renowned for his precision and creativity, he crafts an immersive, highly elevated omakase experience that reveals the purity and character of each ingredient.

A zoomed out view of Chef masa plating a dish using Chopsticks

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Experience

EXPERIENCE CHEF MASA’S CULINARY VISION ACROSS NEW YORK & London.

UNITED BY PHILOSOPHY. defined by style.

Menu's, glasses and alcohol bottles at partnering Bar Masa NYC, neighboring Masa restaurant on the 4th Floor, 10 Columbus Circle, Time Warner Center, New York, NY 10019

The Shops at Columbus Circle
10 Columbus Circle, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10019
(Next to Masa)

The Omakase Counter at Kappo Masa

Below Gagosian
976 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10075

A shot of Tobi Masa Restaurant in Mayfair, London.

The Chancery Rosewood
30 Grosvenor Square
Mayfair, London
W1K 6AN

Masa Designs dish-wear on a wooden counter

Explore Chef Masa’s Collections today

Dining room at Masa Restaurant

The Shops at Columbus Circle
10 Columbus Circle, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10019

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