Chef
Anan Sugeno
- Discipline
- Chef
- Based in
- New York City, New York, United States
i. Biography
Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen is the working craft carried through Tonchin New York in New York City, with Anan Sugeno as Founder and President. The same house practice extends through Tonchin Brooklyn and Tonchin Los Angeles. Sugeno frames the operator’s relationship to the restaurant plainly: “Tonchin and restaurants have always been a huge part of who I am.”
Coming Up
A multi-site ramen operation in the United States requires the craft to hold across kitchens, teams, and service rhythms. That structure is visible in Anan Sugeno’s current roles: founder, president, and Executive Chef of Tonchin New York; founder and president of Tonchin Brooklyn; and founder and president of Tonchin Los Angeles.
Where They Are Now
The present Tonchin footprint is organized around New York City, Brooklyn, and Los Angeles. Sugeno leads Tonchin New York as Founder and President, and also serves as Founder and President of Tonchin Brooklyn, New York City, and Founder and President of Tonchin Los Angeles in Los Angeles. For operators, the practical lesson is delegation with standards intact. Sugeno’s advice is concise: “don’t try to do it all yourself. Build a team that knows their strengths and weaknesses.”
Signature
Signature dishes include Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen.
Honors
Recognition for value and execution includes Cheap Eats in North America, ranked #68 (2025).
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
Asked of Anan
What is Anan Sugeno's current role?
Anan Sugeno is Founder and President.
What recognition has Anan Sugeno received?
Cheap Eats in North America, ranked #68 (2025).
What is Anan Sugeno known for?
Tokyo Tonkotsu Ramen.
