A Theatrical Whole-Fish Experience
Live Maguro Kaitai: A Whole Tuna Carved and Served in Front of Your Guests
Bring the drama of a traditional Japanese tuna cutting show, maguro kaitai, to your event. Our master chef carves a whole sushi-grade tuna live in front of your guests and serves each cut moments after the knife, from crimson akami to rich otoro belly.
It’s an unforgettable centerpiece for upscale corporate events, gala dinners and milestone celebrations. We handle the whole tuna sourcing, the traditional butcher knife set, onsite staging, and full-service carving and plating.
THE SHOW
From Whole Fish to Otoro in One Performance
The show starts with a whole tuna on the board and your guests gathered around. Our chef works through the fish with traditional long knives, explaining each part as it comes away: the loins, the belly, the collar.
Every cut goes straight from the board to the plate. Guests taste the difference between parts of the same fish within minutes of it being carved, which no restaurant menu can offer.
THE CUTS
Akami, Chutoro & Otoro: Taste the Whole Tuna
Akami, the lean red loin, is clean and bright. Chutoro balances lean and fat for tenderness with bold flavor. Otoro, taken from the belly, melts in your mouth with unmatched richness.
We source a whole sushi-grade tuna for each show from our exclusive seafood suppliers. Species and size depend on the season and market.
See our ingredients for more on each cut.
HOW IT WORKS
Sourcing, Staging & Serving, Handled
Tell us your date and guest count and we size the tuna to your event. On the day, our team arrives ahead of serving time to stage the cutting table, then performs the show and serves the cuts as sashimi, nigiri and hand rolls.
The show itself runs about 20–30 minutes, followed by service. Add it to our Sushi catering or Hand Roll Bar so the carved tuna becomes the star of the menu.
Show + Sushi Catering
THE OPENING ACT
The tuna cutting show as the opening act of a full sushi buffet, omakase or family-style service.
Show as a Standalone Feature
ITS OWN MOMENT
The show and tuna tasting as its own moment within your event, alongside your other catering.
Dietary Accommodations
One Sushi caters to your unique tastes with utmost care. Our expert team ensures a delightful and tailored dining experience based on your dietary needs. Feel free to inquire about dietary accommodation options such as:
Food Allergies | Gluten-free | Kosher | Vegan | Vegetarian