Kaz Matsune
Keynote Speaker: Founder of Breakthrough Sushi; Culinary Storytelling Expert; Amazon Bestselling Author of "How I Became a Sushi Chef"
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Kaz Matsune Biography
Kaz Matsune is a storyteller and speaker who uses food as a medium to share life lessons. Through engaging talks, hands-on sushi experiences, and writing, Matsune challenges assumptions, inspires curiosity, and helps people find meaning in simplicity—one bite at a time. His happiness stems from seeing the positive impact of his work on the world.
As the founder of Breakthrough Sushi -- the first and only sustainable team-building sushi company in the United States -- Matsune has redefined sushi-making as an interactive, mindful experience. Since 2012, he has taught over 20,000 participants, blending storytelling with culinary artistry to spark learning, laughter, and discovery.
A natural storyteller, Matsune is known for his humor, warmth, and ability to connect deeply with audiences. Whether leading sushi workshops, delivering keynote talks, or writing, he seamlessly weaves tradition, creativity, and personal growth into every experience.
Beyond the kitchen, Matsune is an Amazon bestselling author with four books, and his work has been featured in The Huffington Post, Apple News, and Slate. He has appeared on Food Network’s "Cutthroat Kitchen" and in ad campaigns for Adobe, Eventbrite, SurveyMonkey, and Grammarly, amassing over 30 million views on YouTube. As a speaker, he has shared insights at Adobe, Autodesk, and University of California, Berkeley, and he previously served as a board member of the San Francisco Professional Food Society.
Whether crafting sushi, sharing transformative stories, or rethinking the way people approach food and life, Matsune continues to inspire and delight audiences with his unique blend of culinary artistry, mindfulness, and storytelling.
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Kaz Matsune Speaking Topics
In this thought-provoking session, Kaz Matsune shares the lessons he’s learned from teaching sushi classes and running a successful business for over 12 years. From challenging conventional wisdom to redefining success, Kaz encourages participants to reconsider assumptions in both the kitchen and life. The concept of thinking opposite explores how small shifts in perspective can lead to profound change.
This session debunks common misconceptions about sushi—like the idea that sushi is just raw fish or sushi originated in Japan. Kaz goes beyond the myths of food to challenge the conventional thinking we apply to all areas of life. What if we approached life like sushi—focusing on intention, simplicity, and craftsmanship? Participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of not only sushi but also how they can apply these myth-busting lessons to break through their own barriers and live more purposefully.
From hosting a client's 50th birthday celebration to teaching sushi-making at a Bar Mitzvah for a boy who attended the same class three times, Kaz explores how food shapes our stories, deepens connections, and enhances joy in life. Through culinary experiences, Kaz shows how mindful cooking can create lasting memories and bring balance and meaning to every moment.
An engaging session that blends leadership insights with hands-on sushi-making, teaching lessons on teamwork, adaptability, and mindfulness. By connecting through storytelling and culinary collaboration, participants will strengthen their bonds and develop skills that promote better communication and creativity.
How do I book Kaz Matsune to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kaz Matsune for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Kaz Matsune, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Kaz Matsune or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Kaz Matsune for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kaz Matsune, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kaz Matsune are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kaz Matsune, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Kaz Matsune speak about?
Kaz Matsune is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Hospitality, Author, Celebrity Chef, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Creativity, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Mental Health and Mindfulness.
Where does Kaz Matsune travel from?
Kaz Matsune generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Kaz Matsune?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kaz Matsune for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Kaz Matsune for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Kaz Matsune or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Kaz Matsune is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Storytelling, Hospitality and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kaz Matsune for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Kaz Matsune generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Chef Amber Williams, Dr. Karen Tilstra and Will Guidara. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kaz Matsune for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Kaz Matsune Speaking Topics
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Thinking Opposite in Cooking & Life
In this thought-provoking session, Kaz Matsune shares the lessons he’s learned from teaching sushi classes and running a successful business for over 12 years. From challenging conventional wisdom to redefining success, Kaz encourages participants to reconsider assumptions in both the kitchen and life. The concept of thinking opposite explores how small shifts in perspective can lead to profound change.
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Breaking the Myth of Sushi & Life
This session debunks common misconceptions about sushi—like the idea that sushi is just raw fish or sushi originated in Japan. Kaz goes beyond the myths of food to challenge the conventional thinking we apply to all areas of life. What if we approached life like sushi—focusing on intention, simplicity, and craftsmanship? Participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of not only sushi but also how they can apply these myth-busting lessons to break through their own barriers and live more purposefully.
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Culinary Storytelling & Mindfulness
From hosting a client's 50th birthday celebration to teaching sushi-making at a Bar Mitzvah for a boy who attended the same class three times, Kaz explores how food shapes our stories, deepens connections, and enhances joy in life. Through culinary experiences, Kaz shows how mindful cooking can create lasting memories and bring balance and meaning to every moment.
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Team Building: Keynote and Sushi Making
An engaging session that blends leadership insights with hands-on sushi-making, teaching lessons on teamwork, adaptability, and mindfulness. By connecting through storytelling and culinary collaboration, participants will strengthen their bonds and develop skills that promote better communication and creativity.
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How do I book Kaz Matsune to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kaz Matsune for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Kaz Matsune, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Kaz Matsune or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Kaz Matsune for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kaz Matsune, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kaz Matsune are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kaz Matsune, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Kaz Matsune speak about?
Kaz Matsune is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Storytelling, Hospitality, Author, Celebrity Chef, Asian & Pacific Heritage, Creativity, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Mental Health and Mindfulness. -
Where does Kaz Matsune travel from?
Kaz Matsune generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Kaz Matsune?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kaz Matsune for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Kaz Matsune for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Kaz Matsune or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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