Our Team

Sushi Sho is led by Executive Chef Toaki Kyo, supported by a team of highly experienced chefs dedicated to the art of Japanese cuisine.

Chef Toaki brings Michelin-level training and a refined culinary vision to Sushi Sho, having previously served as Head Sushi Chef at a Michelin one-star Japanese restaurant in Canada. His approach combines modern Edomae sushi with Japanese kaiseki technique, with a strong emphasis on ingredient quality, precise seasoning, temperature control, and balance.

Working alongside Chef Toaki is a skilled and diverse culinary team, each with extensive experience in Japanese kitchens. Together, they share a deep respect for tradition and a commitment to craftsmanship, ensuring consistency, discipline, and excellence at every stage of the omakase experience.

As a collective, the Sushi Sho team represents a modern expression of Japanese dining in Melbourne — thoughtful, technical, and quietly confident. Through teamwork and shared philosophy, they aim to present Japanese cuisine with authenticity and precision, while creating memorable experiences for every guest who joins them at the counter.