Amanpuri, Thailand - Dining, Nama

Translating to 'raw' in Japanese, Nama is Aman's signature Japanese dining concept with five locations across the globe. From the Andaman-lapped island of Phuket to the bustling heart of Manhattan, each visit to Nama reveals a new layer of Japanese culinary lore and an ever-deeper dedication to the craft. While imbued with the energy of its location, each restaurant also reflects the palpable tranquillity of the brand’s Asian roots, with the finest seasonal ingredients available locally at the centre of the experience.

Authentic Japanese dining

Nama celebrates washoku, a UNESCO-recognised culinary culture originating in Japan renowned for its sustainable, nature-conscious approach. Authentic, uncomplicated and elegant in style, chefs champion the finest regional and locally sourced produce, creating dishes of both nutritional balance and artistic beauty. Holding the utmost respect for every ingredient, they deliver meticulously crafted menus of clean, fresh, exquisitely prepared dishes.

Omakase experiences

In some locations, intimate Hinoki wood counters transform into atmospheric platforms for personal tasting journeys. Daily, chefs host multi-course, omakase fine dining experiences, with guests observing Nama’s culinary masters at work. Translated as ‘I leave it to you’, each omakase journey is entirely unique, inviting guests to admire the chef’s precision and detail, using only ingredients sourced that day.⁠