Driven by a passion for surprising guests—a spark first ignited during his years as a street dancer—he embarked on a culinary career that began in the bistro scene. Since joining Wondertable Co., Ltd. in 2017, he has honed his expertise at Union Square Tokyo and led various high-profile projects, including new restaurant openings and e-commerce development. As of 2025, he leads the kitchen of Union Square Tokyo as Head Chef. By synthesizing a distinctive New York identity with refined culinary artistry and space, he creates dynamic and uplifting moments for every guest who walks through our doors.
THE TEAM
"Our vision is to enhance the lives of our guests by creating an exceptionally welcoming restaurant." This guiding principle drives us. Every member of our team—whether a chef, manager, maître d'hôtel, bartender, or sommelier—takes pride in their role, with a shared commitment to making our restaurant one of Tokyo's finest.
Yosuke Shiota
Chef
Shoko Taga
Manager
After gaining extensive experience in Japanese and Italian cuisine, Shoko Taga joined Wondertable, Ltd. in 2021. Following her tenure at the Obicà brand, she was appointed General Manager of Obicà Mozzarella Bar Nishi-Shinjuku in April 2023, before taking the helm at Union Square Tokyo in July 2025. Deeply respecting the 30-year heritage of the New York original, Shoko is dedicated to delivering the ultimate hospitality, striving to make Union Square Tokyo the city’s premier fine-dining destination.