Sakaiya Shokudo
Travel & Spices
Our chef trained in South India and Sri Lanka,
serving authentic Sri Lankan curry from our kitchen car.
Owner's Commitment
Our Philosophy
Authentic Taste
Trained in South India and Sri Lanka, we import carefully selected spices directly from our business partners, cherishing authentic flavors and culture.
Healthy Ingredients
Using unrefined sea salt and sugar, minimizing additives. We provide delicious and healthy dishes with the power of spices.
Sharing Culture
Through cuisine, we want to share Sri Lankan culture and the warmth of its people. We share the charm of spices through cooking classes and community.
Vegan Friendly
Sakaiya Shokudo values the culinary philosophy rooted in Sri Lankan and South Indian food culture, centered on vegetables and spices. We thoughtfully accommodate dishes without animal-based ingredients, depending on ingredient availability and menu offerings. As a chef, I strive to create a welcoming space where vegan guests can enjoy their meals with confidence and peace of mind.
Owner's Journey
My Story
A Spice Story Woven Through Travel and Training
It all started in 2015 when I began participating in events with local friends. At that time, I was simply absorbed in cooking, thinking "What a wonderful world this is."
After becoming independent in 2017 and starting "Sakaiya Shokudo," my life changed dramatically. In 2019, when I first set foot in Sri Lanka, I was captivated by the warmth of the people I met at local restaurants and cooking schools, and the depth of spices.
Since then, I have traveled to South India and Sri Lanka every year, learning directly from local chefs and farmers, absorbing authentic flavors and culture. Even during the pandemic, I continued mobile sales, and being featured on TV and in magazines was a great encouragement.
As of 2025, I have traveled to South India 5 times and Sri Lanka 5 times, continuing to procure spices and train while cherishing relationships with local people. I put the experiences gained from these journeys and the feelings of local people into each dish.
Started event participation with local friends
First step into the culinary world. Discovered the joy of cooking through event participation with friends.
Became independent as "Sakaiya Shokudo"
Became independent with my own shop. Started event participation in earnest and began the journey into spice cuisine.
First training in Sri Lanka, Curry Expo & Takarazuka Music Corridor
Trained at local restaurants and cooking schools. Experienced life-changing encounters with authentic spice cuisine and culture. First participation in Curry Expo and Takarazuka Music Corridor.
Training across Asia, started mobile sales, Curry Expo
Trained at local restaurants and cooking schools in Thailand, Myanmar, South India, and Sri Lanka. Started mobile sales. Participated in Curry Expo.
Curry Expo & Daimaru Kobe Store
Participated in numerous events including Curry Expo and Daimaru Kobe Store. Continued mobile sales.
Media coverage, continued through pandemic
Featured on TV programs "Juden Sasete Moraemasenka?" and "Furu Cafe-kei Haru-san no Kyujitsu," and magazines "Kansai Walker" and "Tanba Sasayama Book." Continued mobile sales.
2nd South India, 3rd Sri Lanka trip, media coverage
Training and spice procurement journey. Deepened trust with local partners and continued mobile sales. Featured in magazines and TV.
3rd South India, 4th Sri Lanka trip
Repeated spice procurement journeys, further pursuing authentic flavors. Participated in numerous events including Curry EXPO Expo Park.
4th & 5th South India, 5th Sri Lanka trip
Deepening bonds with locals, procuring carefully selected spices. Continuing mobile sales, delivering authentic flavors to people in Japan.
Delicious and Healthy
Sakaiya Shokudo's Commitment
Our Standards
Unrefined Sea Salt and Sugar
Natural Ingredients
Fair trade unrefined sea salt, Guerande salt.
Enjoy the mineral-rich flavor used in cosmetics and French cuisine.
Fair trade unrefined sugar, Muscovado sugar.
Has antitoxin, cell protection, diabetes and hypertension suppression, and anti-cancer effects. Enjoy the authentic taste of sugar.
Minimal Additives
Natural Approach
At Sakaiya Shokudo, we do not use any listed additives such as thickeners, emulsifiers, or phosphates.
However, due to migratory birds, avian influenza, off-season production areas, and vegetable shortages due to poor harvests, our dishes are not 100% additive-free.
Therefore, we thoroughly wash vegetables and polish rice to the finest grain.
No Basic Allergens
Food Allergens THE BIG-8
At Sakaiya Shokudo, our regular menu items do not contain nuts, eggs, wheat flour, dairy products (used when serving milk tea), or other major 8 allergens.
Only special menu items contain seafood such as shrimp. Please feel free to ask if you have any questions.
※Excluding special menu items
This Month's Schedule
Reservation & Application
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Online Reservation
Cooking Class / Food Business Consultation
Available Calendar
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February 2026
About Reservations
- Please make reservations at least 3 days in advance
- Please contact us by the day before for cancellations
- We will send you a confirmation email after booking
- Reservations available up to 3 months in advance
Our Services
In-Person Cooking Class
Safe for beginners. We carefully teach from how to use spices to authentic curry.
Online Private Lesson
One-on-one instruction via Zoom. Learn authentic Sri Lankan cuisine from home.
Spice Shop
We deliver carefully selected Sri Lankan spices and original mixes.
Chat Community
Online salon where spice lovers gather. Let's share recipes and information.
NOTE
Essays, recipes, training stories - chronicling the daily life of Sakaiya Shokudo.
Kitchen Car Booking
We also accept bookings for events and markets. Please feel free to contact us.
Latest News & Spices
Mobile sales schedule, travel records, and spice sales here
Mobile sales schedule updated regularly on Instagram
@sakaiya_shokudou
NOTE
Travel and spice records, essays
Training stories, recipes, daily life
LINE Group Chat
Community where spice lovers gather
Enjoy recipe sharing and information exchange
BASE
Spice & Product E-commerce Site
Currently under preparation