Winning Cuisine’s New Restaurant of the Year in 2013, Kazuya is a Japanese/ European fusion restaurant that has been turning heads since it first opened. Before opening this venue, Head Chef and Owner Kazuya Yamauchi had worked in many revered kitchens throughout Europe, Japan and New Zealand, and this new eatery stands as evidence of his unweilding passion for the artistry of international gastronomy. Offering a range of courses and dining packages, Yamauchi aims for his restaurant to be as enjoyable as the theatre or cinema, and the plethora of positive reviews validate the success of this goal.

Head chef Kazuya Yamauchi has created a masterclass in the precise art of food presentation and preparation here, serving a degustation experience unlike any other in Auckland. In an intimate and tastefully decorated 25-seat dining room he serves modern European/Japanese cuisine, which is better described as an experience than a meal. Kazuya is famed for his 30 textural seasonal vegetables dish, which elevates a range of simple sliced vegetables offering a surprising dish which will challenge your preconceptions about the humble vege.

yet… Kazuya is the brainchild of Kazuya Yamauchi, chef and owner, who spent his formative years in Japan, travelled around Europe as an adult, and was inspired by New Zealand’s multicultural society. The goal of the restaurant is to “make our guests smile”, and to entertain diners. Combining quality Kiwi ingredients, Chef Kazuya uses the unique process of low-temperature, long duration roasting for meat, and traditional Japanese methods for preparing fish.

Described as European cuisine with Japanese influence, the food at Kazuya incorporates chef Kazuya’s signature culinary technique, the process of low-temperature long-duration roasting for meat, along with traditional Japanese techniques for preparing fish. The degustation menus change continually but can include dishes such as edible charcoal, Spanish olive with dulcey chocolate, and big eye tuna with scallop, yogurt, won bok, dashi and soy.

White-gloved waiters, earnest yet personable service and all the finery you’d expect if this were a Michelin-starred restaurant make Kazuya the perfect treat. Executive chef and owner Kazuya Yamauchi combines classic European cooking techniques with pared-back Japanese style. Take the octopus – braised and served in the bottom of a thick-rimmed glass, it’s topped with yellow capsicum reduced to goo, and light-as-a-cloud fennel foam.

Auckland might have a lot of amazing Japanese restaurants but not many matches the splendour of Kazuya. This Japanese fine dining destination in Eden Terrace creates works of art on your plate which you can’t help but feel guilty for spoiling when you divulge into the tasting. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and even provides a 10-course degustation menu, which we recommend in order to try it all!

If you're after fine dining at one of Auckland’s best Japanese and European fusion restaurants, then Kazuya hidden away on Symonds Street is where you want to be. Head chef and owner Kazuya Yamauchi whips up dishes that are so delightfully presented, they almost look too good to eat… almost. Enjoy a seasonal five or seven-course set menu or go all out and indulge in Kazuya’s nine-course degustation menu.

Kazuya is one of Auckland's top romantic restaurants, offering a chic, contemporary setting and exquisite Japanese-influenced European dishes. The restaurant provides a unique fine dining experience with quality ingredients and exemplary service. Chef Kazuya employs low-temperature, long-duration roasting for meats and traditional Japanese methods for fish, creating a harmonious fusion of flavours.

A stylish ramen noodle and izakaya bar complete with a large wine and cocktail list from the talented team behind Kazuya in Eden Terrace (more on them later). Time it right for limited daily specials of chanpon ramen (seafood with soy milk broth) and paitan ramen (rich chicken broth). 405 Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden

Kazuya believes that a good restaurant is about so much more than amazing food. With an eye for detail, they provide a unique fine dining experience in Auckland. They serve high-quality ingredients in a contemporary environment and time and time again are recommended by diners right across the city.

He studied to be a chef at the Culinary Institute in Osaka after he finished high school. He started his career at the restaurant "ACQUAPAZZA" which is a prominent Italian restaurant in Tokyo. In this role Kazuya travelled around Europe working ,studying and searching for new culinary influence.

Kazuya is a fine dining restaurant that's known for its exceptional Japanese cuisine. The restaurant's menu features classic Japanese dishes with a modern twist. The restaurant's atmosphere is elegant and sophisticated, making it perfect for a special occasion.

Kear’s food is exquisite but it’s not radical: his dishes would fit the dego lineups of Auckland, especially at Merediths, Pasture and Kazuya.