Copenhagen’s Two-Michelin-Starred Koan Joins Est at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi

This October, Tokyo’s culinary stage will welcome one of Europe’s most intriguing voices. Chef Kristian Baumann, of Copenhagen’s Koan (two Michelin stars), will present a three-night residency at est, the Michelin-starred French restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi. From October 29 to 31, 2025, guests are invited into a dialogue between cultures expressed through an 8-course tasting menu with beverage pairings.

A Story of Memory and Place

Adopted from South Korea and raised in Denmark, Baumann has forged a cuisine defined by identity, memory and terroir. At Koan, he has created a platform where ancestral flavours meet Danish precision, earning acclaim across Europe. His Japan debut carries a sense of homecoming, as many of his inspirations have long been rooted in Japanese produce and hospitality.

The est residency begins with delicate opening compositions crafted by Chef de Cuisine Guillaume Bracaval and the Koan team, before flowing into Koan highlights such as:

• Hokkaido scallop with omija berry and sweet potato
• Lightly poached clams with champagne and gamtae
• Roasted seaweed ice cream with hazelnut oil and caviar

The evening will close with an original dessert by Pastry Chef Michele Abbatemarco, a final note linking Tokyo and Copenhagen.

Pairings from Koan’s Cellar

Beverages curated by Koan’s Head Sommelier and General Manager, Lasse Peder Nielsen, will accompany each course. Expect Loire Valley whites and unexpected cocktails – including Koan’s signatures – designed to echo the tempo of Baumann’s cooking.

Event Details

• Dates: Wednesday, October 29 – Friday, October 31, 2025
• Time: From 6:00 pm
• Venue: est, Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, 39th floor
• Price: JPY 75,000 per guest, inclusive of menu and beverage pairing

A word from Kristian Baumann:

“It is an incredible honour to bring Koan’s energy to Tokyo, and to share our journey with the guests of est at Four Seasons Otemachi. Japan has always inspired me, from the purity of ingredients to the spirit of hospitality, so this residency feels personal. This menu encapsulates my journey, exploring the synergies between my Korean heritage and Danish upbringing. I hope it resonates with the guests.”

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