On Thursday, November 19, 2026, a gala dinner featuring Chef Yannick Alléno and DASSAI will be held at Imperial Hotel, Tokyo. Alléno is a leading figure in French cuisine and holds the most Michelin stars of any chef in the world. He explores new culinary possibilities while valuing tradition. He in the world of cuisine and DASSAI in the world of sake share a common commitment to the relentless pursuit of excellence. The evening brings French cuisine and sake together for one night only.
Collaboration Continues in Tokyo
L'IZAKAYA DASSAI par Yannick Alléno, which opened in Paris in 2025, marked the start of the collaboration between the two. The partnership will continue into a new project in 2027, and this gala dinner marks a new step in that collaboration.
For the occasion, Alléno has developed an original menu designed around DASSAI. Guests can see how the chef interprets the flavors of DASSAI and brings them out in his dishes. The pairing of dishes and DASSAI is offered exclusively at this event.
Talk Session Before the Dinner
Before the dinner, a talk session will be held with Yannick Alléno, DASSAI Chairman Hiroshi Sakurai (桜井博志), and President Kazuhiro Sakurai (桜井一宏). The three will talk about the sources of creativity in their respective fields and their thinking on craftsmanship and making things. The session is expected to touch on the ideas behind their work and ways to appreciate food and sake more deeply.
Seats for the general public are limited to 20 guests.
Event Details
Date
Thursday, November 19, 2026
Venue
Imperial Hotel, Tokyo (1-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8558)
Program (Tentative)
- 6:00 PM: Reception opens. Welcome drink and amuse-bouche at The Rendez-Vous AWA, 1st floor of the Main Building
- 7:00 PM: Talk session at Sakura no Ma (桜の間), 4th floor of the Main Building, with Yannick Alléno and DASSAI Chairman Hiroshi Sakurai and President Kazuhiro Sakurai
- Around 7:30 PM: Gala dinner. An original course created by Yannick Alléno specially for DASSAI, paired with DASSAI
The program contents and start times are subject to change.
Fee
¥60,000 per person (tax included)
Capacity
20 guests (general sale)
How to Apply
Applications are accepted at the link below.
https://www.dassaistore.com/product-detail/754
After an order is confirmed, an email will be sent to ask about ingredients guests cannot eat, any allergies, and points to confirm regarding photography.
