✦   TEL: 06-7165-9655  ·  KUROSAKI-CHO, OSAKA  ·  OPEN SINCE 1999   ✦

Our Story

About Us

A culinary journey from Sri Lanka to Osaka

Since 1999 in Osaka

New Rajasthan was founded in 1999 with a single vision: to bring the authentic, vibrant flavors of Sri Lanka and the world to the heart of Osaka.

After years in the Nakazaki-cho neighborhood, we relocated and reopened in Kurosaki-cho — a fresh space, the same passionate kitchen.

Owner-chef Ost trained at Sri Lanka's prestigious hotel school before earning his stripes at 5-star properties. His path continued through fine dining in Germany and Norway, and ultimately to Japan — where he has built a 30+ year reputation for dishes that defy easy categorization.

From classic curry and biryani to tuna carpaccio and handmade pasta — New Rajasthan is not just a restaurant. It is the story of a life spent in pursuit of great food.

1999

Founded in Osaka

30+

Years in Japan

5★

Hotel Trained

3

Countries Trained

New Rajasthan restaurant

Chef Ost

A Life in Kitchens

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Sri Lanka

Trained at Sri Lanka's premier hotel school, then honed skills in 5-star hotel kitchens across the country.

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Germany

Brought Sri Lankan technique to European fine dining, blending spice traditions with continental precision.

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Norway

Worked in an acclaimed Italian restaurant in Norway, mastering pasta, seafood and Northern European flavors.

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Japan · 1999+

Settled in Osaka and opened New Rajasthan — serving an evolving menu that reflects his entire journey.