Ambassador ONO Keiichi congratulates Ms. Nooresha Kably and Mr. Brehadeesh Kumar on appointment of new Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassadors

The Embassy of Japan is delighted to announce the appointment of Ms. Nooresha Kably, owner and chef of the Japanese restaurant Izumi, and Mr. Brehadeesh Kumar, owner and chef of the Japanese restaurant Ginkgo, as Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassadors.
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On 24 February, at the Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador Appointment Ceremony hosted by the Embassy of Japan, the two esteemed chefs were recognized for their dedication to promoting authentic Japanese cuisine in India. To date, 211 ambassadors have been appointed worldwide, with nine new ambassadors appointed this year by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries of Japan (MAFF), including these two distinguished representatives from India.

Guests from the Indian government and the food industry attended the ceremony, which featured an exquisite showcase of Japanese cuisine prepared by the newly appointed ambassadors. The event also featured a selection of Japanese Sake to celebrate registering "Traditional Knowledge and Skills of Sake-Making with Koji Mold in Japan" as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in December 2024.
This appointment marks a significant step in strengthening India-Japan cultural and culinary ties, encouraging more people in India to experience the richness of Japanese food and sake.

For those looking to explore Japanese dining options in India, please visit:
List of Japanese Restaurants in India: https://japan-food.jetro.go.jp/library/aboutsupporter/restaurant/Southwest_Asia/India.pdf
 
For purchasing authentic Japanese ingredients and products:
Where to Buy Japanese Food: https://japan-food.jetro.go.jp/en/aboutsupporter/ec.html