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TAKETOSHI ITO
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MASA SAITO
A Dialogue Between Tableware and Cuisine, Resonating in Silence.
We are pleased to announce a special collaboration event featuring two visionary artists: Takatoshi Ito, a ceramicist from Japan who carves tradition and innovation into new forms, and Masa Saito, who pursues innovative cuisine in Singapore.
For this event, Takatoshi Ito has specially crafted unique tableware that will beautifully frame the culinary narrative woven by Masa Saito. For dinner, we offer a "Gift Tableware" experience to take the memories of the evening home with you. For lunch, a "Special Course" designed to fully appreciate the aesthetic beauty of the ceramic art.
Experience a supreme moment that stirs the five senses—to be admired by the eye and savored by the palate.
Ceramicist Takatoshi Ito will be present throughout the event.
We hope you enjoy this rare opportunity to interact directly with the creator.
【Dinner】 Collaboration Dinner & Gift
Date & Time: Thursday, April 23rd & Friday, April 24th | 19:00 - 21:00
Price: $888 (Includes 5-course menu and 2 gift pieces of tableware)
Special Benefit: Receive two pieces of the tableware used during the course as a gift.
- Please note: Selection of specific pieces is not possible.
- Information regarding the specific plates used will remain undisclosed until the day of the event.
Note: Other tableware used in the course (excluding the dinner gift pieces) will be available for purchase upon request for event participants.
【Lunch】 Special Lunch Experience
Date & Time: Thursday, April 23rd | 12:00 - 14:00
Price: $200 (5-course menu)
- Please note: Gift tableware is not included in the lunch experience.
Note: Tableware used in the course (excluding the dinner gift pieces) will be available for purchase upon request for event participants.
Location: Masa Saito Innovative (Maximum 10 guests per session)
Reservations: Priority booking now open
[Dinner] Click here
[Lunch] Click here Lunch on the 23rd is fully booked.
Please consider joining our waitlist or booking for dinner instead.
Deadline: April 20th
MASANAO SAITO
Masa started his career at the age of 15. After serving as the official chef for the Japanese Ambassador to Sweden, he honed his skills at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Stockholm. Since moving to Singapore in 2014, he has been involved in producing restaurants across diverse genres. In 2019, he was concurrently appointed as the "Higashine Gastronomy Ambassador." In 2022, he opened "MASA SAITO Innovative" in Singapore, where he has established a unique culinary style that integrates techniques from around the world.
TAKETOSHI ITO
He began his journey in ceramics at a pottery studio in Mashiko, Tochigi Prefecture, after leaving university. He became independent in 2006 and built his own kiln the following year. Since 2011, he has held annual solo exhibitions at Ginza Mitsukoshi, and since 2016, he has expanded his reach with annual exhibitions in Taiwan, actively working both domestically and internationally. In 2018, he received the Takashimaya Cultural Foundation Arts Award. Having held exhibitions and workshops across the globe—including the UK, France, China, and Australia—his unique style, which integrates intricate ornamentation with sculptural beauty, has earned him high international acclaim as a leading figure in contemporary ceramics.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1. Payment at the Time of Reservation
Due to event management requirements, this event operates on a pre-payment system. Your reservation is only confirmed once payment is completed via the booking form. We appreciate your understanding before making a booking.
2. Cancellation Policy
Due to the necessary preparations for this event, cancellations made after the reservation is confirmed will incur the following charges:
From 14 days prior to the event date, on the day of the event, or No-Shows: 100% of the total payment.
In the event of a cancellation, our administration will assist in transferring your reservation to those on the waiting list. However, please note that if a transfer is not successful, the 100% cancellation fee will still apply as per our policy.
Note: Even if a cancellation fee is incurred, the "Gift Tableware" from the Dinner plan will be available for collection at the venue from 12:00 PM on April 25th.
3. Terms Regarding Exhibited and For-Sale Tableware
All pieces used in this event are the work of ceramicist Takatoshi Ito. Please review and agree to the following before booking:
Sale of Pieces: Tableware used during lunch and dinner (excluding the gift pieces) will be available for purchase at the venue on the day of the event.
Collection of Purchased Items: Purchased items can be collected starting from 12:00 PM on April 25th, following the conclusion of the exhibition period.
Sale of Used Pieces: Please be aware that you will be purchasing the exact pieces used during the course. Due to the nature of the work, we ask for your understanding that these items have been used for dining purposes.
4. Differences Between Lunch and Dinner Benefits
The inclusion of "Gift Plates" depends on the plan you select:
【Dinner Plan ($888)】 Includes 2 gift pieces of tableware (selection not possible). You may take these home with you after the meal.
【Lunch Plan ($200)】 Please note that gift tableware is not included in the lunch plan.
Depending on stock availability, other tableware used in the event will also be available for purchase by lunch participants.
Please understand that information regarding the specific tableware to be used cannot be disclosed until the day of the event.
5. Handling of Personal Information
The personal information you provide will be used solely for the operation and management of this event (reservation confirmation, reminders, etc.). Except where required by law, we will not provide your information to third parties or use it for any other purpose.
6. Applications and Waiting List
Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Please apply via the booking links provided below.
Waiting List: Once the capacity is reached, we will accept names for the "Waiting List."
How to Apply: If you wish to join the waiting list, please check the "Request for Waiting List Date" box on the inquiry form and submit.
Notification: If a cancellation occurs, the administration will contact those on the list via email or phone in the order they applied.
7. Inquiries
For any inquiries regarding this event, please contact us via the inquiry form.