Kensei

About Us

Between the Atlantic and the gardens of Bahía del Duque Hotel, KENSEI is a refuge, a place where Japanese haute cuisine is reimagined with calm, precision and a beauty that lies in restraint.

Guided by chef Víctor Planas, trained in ten Michelin-starred kitchens, a disciple of Japanese masters and Kabuki for more than a decade, the cuisine finds a serene balance between tradition and creativity.

Kensei means “master of swords”, a title that honours precision, respect for the ingredient and skill taken to its furthest expression.
Every detail answers to that philosophy: from the flawless cut of sashimi to soy and sauces, crafted patiently in-house.

The experience unfolds with freedom.
Guests choose their own pace, their own way of travelling through this sensory journey—whether at the exclusivity of the sushi counter, the intimacy of the secret garden, or the quiet dynamism of the main dining room.

A discreet, knowing service that guides without intrusion.
Five spaces, five atmospheres, all with a single purpose: to embody the silent luxury of being exactly where you should be.

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Location

KENSEI Contemporary Japanese is located in the iconic Hotel Bahía del Duque, set on the seafront in one of the warmest and most prestigious areas of Tenerife, Costa Adeje.

Every corner of Bahía del Duque, with its colonial architecture and lush gardens, echoes the passion for excellence in service and the love for details that also define our cuisine.