Discover Chef Kichibei Sawatari's renowned kaiseki restaurant, Chitosekan, in Yamagata. Under the guidance of this bilingual master, learn to prepare a traditional Japanese celebratory dish. Chitosekan, nestled within a ryotei, embodies Yamagata's cultural and culinary heritage. Using high-quality rice, local ingredients, and traditional methods, craft authentic takikomi gohan in a ceramic rice pot. Chef Sawatari provides step-by-step instructions in English, offering substitutes for home cooking. Share your meal with classmates and the chef amidst the historical ambiance of Japanese tradition.