JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo: World's Top Michelin Chefs Gather for a Two-Night-Only Gastronomic Festival and Gala Dinner, 'Madrid Fusión Atelier Tokyo 2026'

JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo (2-21-2 Takanawa, Minato-ku, Tokyo), which opened in October 2025 in the new Takanawa Gateway City, will host a special gala dinner on the 29th floor ballroom on June 3 (Wednesday) and 4 (Thursday), 2026. This two-day event will serve as the official venue for 'Madrid Fusión Atelier Tokyo 2026,' the Japanese project of 'Madrid Fusión,' the world's premier gastronomy summit.

Founded in Spain in 2003, 'Madrid Fusión' is one of the most anticipated gastronomic festivals globally, showcasing the latest cooking techniques and food research. This event in Japan will bring together a total of 10 top chefs over two days. Chefs from various countries, holding a combined 18 Michelin stars across multiple starred restaurants, will convene at JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo to present a luxurious two-night-only course meal, combining their skills and creativity.

The gala dinner on June 3 (Wednesday) and June 4 (Thursday) will feature five chefs each day, offering a five-course savory menu prepared by each chef, along with desserts and petit fours by the JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo pastry team. Additionally, a welcome area featuring Spanish ingredients will be set up in the foyer outside the ballroom, introducing guests to Spain's rich culinary culture.

The wines served at this event will be supervised by Fernando Mora, a winemaker from Aragon, Spain, who holds the highest title of 'Master of Wine,' a distinction held by only about 400 people worldwide. The wine lineup, backed by global expertise, will create a delicate yet dynamic pairing with the cuisine.

Details of 'Madrid Fusión Atelier Tokyo 2026,' where the philosophies and techniques of world-renowned Michelin star chefs intersect, are as follows:

<Event Overview>

Dates: June 3 (Wednesday) and June 4 (Thursday), 2026

Schedule: 19:00 Doors open (Welcome drink and finger food served) 19:30 Dinner starts Price: 100,000 JPY per person (tax and service charge included) *Includes wine pairing

Venue: JW Ballroom, 29th floor, JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

Reservations: Website

*Menu composition may be subject to change.

<Participating Chefs>

Appearing on June 3 (Wednesday)

- Nacho Manzano (Spain / Asturias ★★★)

- Rafael Costa e Silva (Brazil / Rio de Janeiro ★★)

- Hideaki Sato (Hong Kong ★★★)

- David García (Spain / Madrid ★)

- Natsuko Shoji (Japan / Tokyo)

Appearing on June 4 (Thursday)

- David Yarnoz (Spain / Navarra ★★ & Taipei ★★)

- Benito Gómez (Spain / Malaga ★★)

- Tatsuro Ume (Japan / Ishikawa ★★)

- Katsuhito Inoue (Japan / Kyoto)

- Agustín Balbi (Hong Kong ★ & Japan / Tokyo)

<Chef Profiles>

Nacho Manzano - 'Casa Marcial' (Asturias, Spain) Chef leading the renowned 'Casa Marcial' in Asturias, Spain. Raised in a family-run restaurant since childhood, he established his unique culinary philosophy based on deep respect for regional cuisine. He has evolved the cuisine inherited from his mother with his family, combining creativity and advanced techniques. With dishes that embody respect for the land, tradition, and innovation, 'Casa Marcial' has earned three Michelin stars and three 'Guía Repsol' Sols.

Rafael Costa e Silva - 'Lasai' (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) Owner-chef of 'Lasai' in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He values strong ties with local producers, elevating indigenous Brazilian ingredients and terroir into modern cuisine. Known for his emphasis on sustainability and seasonality, 'Lasai' has earned two Michelin stars. It is internationally recognized as one of the leading restaurants in South American gastronomy.

Hideaki Sato - 'Ta Vie' (Hong Kong) Japanese chef leading the renowned 'Ta Vie' in Hong Kong. 'Ta Vie' has earned three Michelin stars in the 'Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau' for its original cuisine, which fuses the spirit of Japanese cooking with French techniques. His dishes, created with delicate techniques and a deep understanding of ingredients, are highly acclaimed both domestically and internationally as one of Hong Kong's representative fine dining establishments.

David García - 'Corral de la Morería Gastronómico' (Madrid, Spain) Born in Bilbao, Spain. Family-run restaurant.