Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador, founder of Sushi and More and Kikkoman's India representative, Harry Hakuei Kosato dons many hats. Starting as one of the first importers of fine Japanese ingredients in India in 2007, he has since pioneered authentic affordable Japanese food in the home delivery and take-away segments through Sushi and More and helped support brands including Four Seasons Mumbai in launching its signature restaurant San: Qi.

Asked to describe the growth and integration of Japanese cuisine in India's dynamic food and beverage scene, Kosato says, “It really is absolutely one of the biggest trends in the Indian culinary scene across metros and the regional cities. You can find sushi on the main street of Gangtok to the beach houses of Goa or the beautiful mountains of Leh Ladakh! Honestly, I think it is one of the most important trends of 2023, which is positively affecting other food trends in India.