Tokito: The 540-Day Journey of a Culinary Maverick

Tokito: The 540-Day Journey of a Culinary Maverick

By Aki Mizutani

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2025-01-10
  • Advisory Rating: Unrated
  • Runtime: 1h 24min
  • Director: Aki Mizutani
  • Production Country: Japan
  • iTunes Price: USD 9.99

Description

Tokito chronicles the 540 day journey of maverick Michelin-starred Chef Yoshinori Ishii as his team transforms a historic Japanese restaurant into an innovative auberge in Tokyo. The film captures Chef Ishii's relentless pursuit of unique ingredients, sustainability challenges, and his personal creative struggles when an unexpected turning point arises. With stunning visuals, Tokito weaves together themes of cultural heritage, modern gastronomy, and the poignant realities of nature and life.

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