“abysse” strives to create original cuisine that brings out the best in the seasonalities of Japan through fresh ingredients and its rich culture of world-class seafood.

The four distinct seasons of Japan brings about changes in the forest and the seas, showing us different, but still beautiful expressions in each season. My goal is to deliver the essences of the sea and the forest using seasonal ingredients, all expressed through our aesthetic and culinary voice creating a one of a kind cuisine experience.

I love what I do, and from the bottom of my heart I can say that a restaurant is my favorite place to be. The pleasant space and good music, discovering new tastes, and enjoying time with friends and loved ones make the experience worthwhile.

‘ La découverte d’un mets nouveau fait plus pour le bonheur du genre humain que la découverte d’une étoile. ‘ - Brillat-Savarin.

(The discovery of a new dish does more for the happiness of the human race than the discovery of a star.)

With this message close to my heart, I hope to convey my passion for cuisine to you all.

Kotaro Meguro was born in Kanagawa, Japan in 1985. After graduating from culinary school, he worked at several restaurants based in Tokyo. Spending a year in France training at the 3 star Michelin restaurant “Le petit Nice-Passedat”, Meguro returned to Tokyo to work at the 3 star Michelin restaurant, “Quintessence”. Utilizing his accumulated experience, Meguro opened his own restaurant in Minami Aoyama, “abysse”, in 2015; later relocated to Daikanyama in 2019. 
Awarded the one-star status in the michelin guide since 2016. Selected as Dining out Aomori's 2019 chef. Listed in the 2020 World's best restaurant discovery.