Traditional Japanese cuisine (Washoku) is rooted in the richness of natural resources, the diversity of the seasons, and centuries-old cooking techniques. But how can Washoku flourish in a city like Kiel, so far from Japan? By embracing the core of its concept: making full use of local, seasonal treasures. That is why we at ICHI make every effort to source as many ingredients as possible directly from Schleswig-Holstein.

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This philosophy aligns with the Japanese principle of “Chisan-Chisho” 地産地消, meaning local production and consumption – our guiding concept. Thanks to our proximity to the Baltic and North Seas as well as fertile farmland, we can obtain fresh fish, seafood, and seasonal produce primarily from the surrounding region. Our Japanese chefs then transform these high-quality ingredients using authentic techniques and boundless inspiration, creating dishes you can only find here.

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By doing so, we help protect the environment and support our home region of Schleswig-Holstein – and we hope to delight you with the original ICHI dishes that arise from this vision!