Noma in Kyoto – A Culinary Journey Through Sakura Season in Japan’s Ancient Capital

During the height of Kyoto’s cherry blossom season, the world-renowned restaurant Noma relocated its entire 103-person team to Japan’s ancient capital for a once-in-a-lifetime culinary residency. Noma in Kyoto captures this extraordinary spring through immersive storytelling, exquisite photography, and reflections from chefs, writers, and artists who experienced the journey firsthand.

Part travel diary, part gastronomic archive, the limited-edition volume offers a behind-the-scenes look at Noma’s creative process—blending Nordic sensibilities with Kyoto’s deep-rooted traditions. Readers are invited into intimate moments: the crafting of ephemeral dishes, encounters with local artisans, market visits, and explorations of the city’s gardens, shrines, and hidden alleyways.

With contributions from Adam Sachs, Robbie Swinnerton, actress Lily Collins, and the Noma team, this beautifully produced 220-page book is both a celebration of Kyoto’s seasonal beauty and a testament to the art of reinvention in fine dining.