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Chef Kunal Kapur is out and about on the streets of Tokyo, exploring Japanese culture, food and local charm. Here’s what he shared on social media.
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Kunal Kapur is currently vacationing in Japan, and over the past week, he has been giving fans a glimpse into his travels through a series of social media posts. From wandering through bustling streets and soaking in the local culture to indulging in Japan’s diverse culinary offerings, the chef has been making the most of his time exploring the country’s sights, flavours, and local charm.(Instagram/@chefkunal)
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He wrote in the caption, “Tokyo from the streets hits differently. One moment you’re walking through the bustling lanes of Asakusa in a yukata and the next you’re cruising through history in a traditional rickshaw pulled by some of the strongest athletes you’ll ever meet.”(Instagram/@chefkunal)
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The chef explored the city aboard a traditional Japanese rickshaw, or jinrikisha, which he described as one of the most charming ways to discover historic neighbourhoods. Kunal was particularly impressed by the strength and endurance of the runners, who effortlessly pull passengers through the city’s bustling lanes, praising them as some of the strongest athletes one could encounter.(Instagram/@chefkunal)
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Kunal engaged in goofy shenanigans with his fellow chefs Harpal Singh Sokhi and Ajay Chopra on the streets of Tokyo while dressed in traditional yukatas. Reflecting on the experience, he spoke about the patience and precision required to wear the garment correctly, describing it as much more than just an outfit. “Wearing one is an experience in itself,” he said. “Suddenly, you stand straighter, move slower and feel a little more connected to centuries of Japanese tradition.”(Instagram/@chefkunal)
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The chef also treated himself to a Japanese take on the classic Mont Blanc, a dessert with roots in France and Italy that is traditionally made by piping sweetened chestnut purée into delicate, noodle-like strands. Kunal’s version featured freshly pressed Mont Blanc layered over ice cream, creating ribbons of silky chestnut cream. Captivated by both the presentation and flavour, he described the dessert as “light, earthy, subtly sweet and incredibly satisfying to watch.”(Instagram/@chefkunal)
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Kunal also visited Nara Park, where gentle deer – considered messengers of the gods in Japanese tradition – roam freely. He wrote, “There’s something incredibly joyful about feeding them. One moment you’re holding a deer cracker, the next you’re being politely ‘requested’ for another by a deer that bows better than most humans.”(Instagram/@chefkunal)
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