F&B
HINOTAMA
F&B
2600 SQF
Central, Hong Kong
2022
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A teppanyaki and omakase restaurant where the essence of both is to serve the freshest produce of the day. So we drew inspiration from the ancient art of cormorant fishing, where flames are swung over rivers to awaken fish.
The focal point of the restaurant is the teppanyaki grill station, where, a majestic pendant light that symbolizes the flame that awakens the river fish is suspended from the ceiling, paying homage to the ancient fishing technique. Its presence adds a touch of drama and intrigue to the dining space.
The adjacent omakase dining room ceiling features artistic knots while keeping the rest of the interior in a neutral earthy tones for an uncluttered aesthetic so guest can focus on the artistry of sushi making process.
As night falls, a flare rises over the water.
The moonlight in the night sky marks the start of cormorant fishing.
Captivated by the reflection of the flame hung above water, the fishes below emerge
and birds are released to catch them.
On the shore, the fisherman prepares for his journey
When the sun sets, the soft sunlight over the horizon guides his way to the uncharted waters
The fishing begins, the fishes emerge around the torch’s flame
The walls have been intentionally constructed with varying slanted angles, evoking the sensation of being surrounded by the gentle undulating waves like fishermen at sea.
Full-height dividers could be smoothly slid out from the slanted walls to allow for the separation of the interconnected teppanyaki rooms and transform the shared dining areas into private rooms for a more personalized and intimate dining experience.
After a hard day’s work, the fishermen returns home to wind down and recharge.
As guests step into the traditional abode, they are welcomed by the warm hospitality of the fishermen and their families where the fishermen and their families take pride in sharing the fruits of their labor at sea, offering the guests a taste of the local culinary delights and a glimpse into their way of life.
Taking cues from the funaya, which is traditional boathouse-residences that are built on stilts over the water in Japan, the wooden dining space is adorned with a reinterpreted gabled roof made of ropes and wood rods inspired by the fisherman’s gear.
A track runs along the middle of the ceiling design allows the moving partitions to provide a more intimate and personalized omakase experience for smaller groups.