LDH kitchen Inc. promotes Japanese food culture both in Japan and overseas under the concept of “Food is also entertainment”
(Head office: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Hiroyuki Suzuki; hereinafter referred to as “our company”).
We are pleased to announce that “TORISHIKI ICHIMON” will make an appearance at the “DMMI Brexa Royal Windsor Cup” (hereinafter, referred to as “Royal Windsor Cup”), one of the United Kingdom’s leading polo tournaments, hosted by the Guards Polo Club, a prestigious polo club based in Windsor, England, on June 21, 2026 (Sun.). “TORISHIKI ICHIMON” is headed by Meguro’s “TORISHIKI” a restaurant which frequently receives MICHELIN stars and is renowned as “Japan’s most difficult restaurant to book”. The owner, Yoshiteru Ikegawa, is working together with our company to enhance the value of Japanese food culture.

Organizer: United Kingdom / Guards Polo Club

The tournament has deep historical ties to the British Royal Family and serves as an international social gathering that attracts members of the Royal Family, important guests, cultural figures, and business leaders from around the world. We have been honored to be selected as one of the establishments representing Japanese food culture on this prestigious stage.
As part of this initiative, four establishments representing the diversity of Japanese culinary culture, “TORISHIKI (yakitori),” “Iida Shoten (ramen),” “Sushi Yuu (sushi),” and “Sukiyaki Kappo Hiyama (sukiyaki)” will come together in one place. Through their respective craftsmanship and philosophies, they will showcase the depth and appeal of Japanese food culture to the world.
On the day of the event, Yoshiteru Ikegawa of TORISHIKI, together with craftsmen representing TORISHIKI ICHIMON, will take their places at the grill and serve TORISHIKI’s signature yakitori in a dynamic live cooking experience for guests attending from Japan and around the world.

■ OUR INTENT｜Promoting Japanese Food Culture on a Stage with Ties to the British Royal Family
With its deep ties to the British Royal Family, the tournament is known as an international social gathering that brings together members of the Royal Family, important guests, cultural figures, and business leaders from around the world.
Being selected as one of the establishments representing Japanese food culture for such a highly symbolic stage goes beyond a simple opportunity to make an appearance; we view it as an important opportunity and responsibility to share the value of Japanese cuisine with the world.
Through the uniquely Japanese culinary tradition of yakitori, TORISHIKI ICHIMON offers an experiential value that encompasses respect for ingredients, mastery of heat control, and an aesthetic sensibility that emerges from each precise movement of the chef, including the simplicity inherent in the craft.
On this stage, where the United Kingdom’s traditions and culture of social exchange are deeply rooted, we look forward to seeing how Japanese cuisine will be received. Standing at this intersection, we will continue to take on the challenge of creating new value.

Yoshiteru Ikegawa, owner of TORISHIKI, and a yakitori stage shaped by charcoal fire and master craftsmanship

■ WHAT IS｜What is the Royal Windsor Cup
The Royal Windsor Cup is a traditional polo tournament representing the United Kingdom, hosted by the prestigious Guards Polo Club, located in Windsor, England.
Polo is a team sport played on horseback, in which players use mallets to strike a ball and compete for points. With a long history and a background of royalty and aristocracy, it is also known as the “king of sports”.
The tournament began with the founding of the club in 1955 and has developed over a long history while deepening its ties with the British Royal Family. Today, it is known not only as a competitive event that brings together top-level players from around the world, but also as an international social occasion attended by members of the Royal Family, important guests from various countries, cultural figures, and business leaders.
Bringing together sport, hospitality, and cultural exchange, the tournament is a defining feature of the United Kingdom’s summer social season and is regarded as one of the most highly acclaimed polo events in the world.

■ GLOBAL CONTEXT｜Where Cultures and Values Converge Across the World’s Social Scene
The Royal Windsor Cup is not only a sporting event, but also an international social gathering where cultures and values from around the world intersect.
As part of this initiative, renowned establishments representing Japan’s leading culinary traditions including yakitori, ramen, sushi, and sukiyaki, will come together in one place. Through their respective techniques and philosophies, they will showcase the diversity and depth of Japanese food culture to the world.
The selection and production of the Japanese restaurants have been led by Japanese foodie Masayuki Terada (Shokuju Maro), who has previously overseen the food and beverage program for the tournament.
At the intersection of British tradition, the prestige associated with the Royal Family, and Japan’s artisanal culture —— we view this as an opportunity to embody the possibilities of how Japanese cuisine may be received and valued.

■ PARTICIPANTS｜Participating Restaurants and Production
【Participating Restaurants】
・TORISHIKI (Yakitori)
・Iida Shoten (Ramen)
・Sushi Yuu (Sushi)
・Sukiyaki Kappo Hiyama (Sukiyaki)

【Production】
Masayuki Terada (Shokuju Maro)

■ PRE-EVENT｜A Night-before Celebration Resonating with Royal Culture
On the eve of the tournament, a pre-event reception is scheduled to be held at Mosimann’s, a prestigious London restaurant known for its Royal Warrant status.
The restaurant has a distinguished history of providing cuisine for royal-related events, including royal weddings. The participation of renowned Japanese establishments in this setting, in resonance with such a venue, represents an initiative that symbolizes the international recognition of Japanese culinary culture.

■ EXHIBITION INFO｜Appearance Overview
Date: June 21, 2026 (Sun.)
Competition name: DMMI Brexa Royal Windsor Cup
Venue: Guards Polo Club Windsor Great Park, United Kingdom
Organizer: Guards Polo Club
Guards Polo Club official site:https://www.guardspoloclub.com/

■ About LDH kitchen
LDH kitchen Inc. is a company that operates under the concept of “Food is also entertainment,” creating value through the culinary experience. Aiming to preserve Japanese food culture, the company works alongside Yoshiteru Ikegawa, owner of the renowned yakitori restaurant “TORISHIKI” to promote the training of skilled artisans and expand opportunities for them to thrive.

In addition, through collaboration with Japan’s leading sushi establishment “Sushi Saito,” LDH kitchen operates two restaurants—”Sushi Tsubomi” and “Sushi Saito Hanare NANZUKA”—broadening the reach and appeal of Japanese culinary culture.

In addition, “AMAZING COFFEE,” produced by EXILE TETSUYA, continues its nationwide expansion. Most recently, on March 20 of this year, “Hokkaido Yakiniku Yagien,” a new yakiniku concept supervised by EXILE SHOKICHI, held its grand opening.

We will continue to promote a broader range of food culture than ever before and, through the distinctive worldview of the LDH Group, strive to create new food experiences rooted in local communities.

■ About TORISHIKI ICHIMON
Since its opening in 2007, Meguro “TORISHIKI” has held a MICHELIN one-star rating for many years and is recognized as “the hardest-to-book yakitori restaurant in Japan”. Its owner Yoshiteru Ikegawa, as the representative of artisan chefs, established “TORISHIKI ICHIMON” to further develop the culture of yakitori.
“One skewer, one life”
——A once-in-a-lifetime skewer.
With this faith in mind, the chefs spend their entire life facing chicken, charcoal and themselves.
This is a brand where like-minded artisans gather together to preserve and cultivate the traditions of Japanese culinary culture and weave them into the future, all while passing on their skills and spirit.
Currently, the brand has 17 stores in Japan and abroad, with plans for further expansion.

— Weaving yakitori culture into the world, for the next generation

■ MORE INFO｜For the Latest Updates, Please Visit the Official Website / Social Media
For details of the stores, information is published on TORISHIKI ICHIMON’s official site and social media below. Please take a look.
TORISHIKI ICHIMON official site:https://torishiki-ichimon.jp/
TORISHIKI ICHIMON official Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/torishiki_ichimon/
Torimachi｜Bird Lab. official Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/torimachi_official/
Torikaze Global official Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/torikaze.global/