Chef Masatomo Hamaya

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About Chef Masatomo Hamaya

Chef Masatomo "Masa" Hamaya is a Japanese-born chef known for his expertise in authentic Asian cuisine, particularly sushi and Japanese dishes. He leads the kitchen at O-Ku Sushi Atlanta and has been a Chef Partner at Marabygk, a restaurant associated with James Beard Foundation Award-winning Chef Gavin Kaysen.

Chef Timeline

Born and raised

Born and raised in Japan.

Attended University

Journeyed to the United States to attend Arizona State University.

Chef Partner

Marabygk

Served as a Chef Partner at Marabygk, a restaurant associated with James Beard Foundation Award-winning Chef Gavin Kaysen.

Leads the kitchen

O-Ku Sushi Atlanta

Currently leads the open kitchen at O-Ku Sushi Atlanta.

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Chef Masatomo "Masa" Hamaya is a Japanese-born chef known for his expertise in authentic Asian cuisine, particularly sushi and Japanese dishes. He leads the kitchen at O-Ku Sushi Atlanta and has been a Chef Partner at Marabygk, a restaurant associated with James Beard Foundation Award-winning Chef Gavin Kaysen.

Customer Perception

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Cuisine Highlights

Authentic Asian CuisineSushi & Japanese dishesSophisticated presentations

News

Chef Masatomo Hamaya was featured in a Garden & Gun article titled 'How to Upgrade Store-Bought Ramen Like a Chef,' sharing his insights on elevating instant ramen. (Publication date: March 3, 2026 - note: this date appears to be in the future, as per the source.)