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    Sanjay Dwivedi

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    Portrait of Sanjay Dwivedi

    Portrait of Sanjay Dwivedi

    i. Biography

    Sanjay Dwivedi is associated with Indian cuisine at Masala an TAKUMI in Nara, Japan.

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    Coming Up

    Indian cooking in Nara is the working frame here: at Masala an TAKUMI, Sanjay Dwivedi serves as chef, with the craft carried through a clear sense of place and kitchen discipline.

    The Current Work

    The cooking is judged on the practical measures that matter to working rooms: value, consistency, and repeatable execution.

    The Record

    Bib Gourmand recognition in 2025 and 2024 places Sanjay Dwivedi’s work in the Michelin category that rewards good cooking at good value.

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    FAQ

    Asked of Sanjay

    • What recognition has Sanjay Dwivedi received?

      Bib Gourmand (2025).

    • What is Sanjay Dwivedi known for?

      Indian cuisine.

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