In December 2023, Maz, the Tokyo sibling of renowned Peruvian chef Virgilio Martinez¡¯s Central Restaurante in Lima, Peru, debuted with two stars in the 2024 Tokyo Michelin Guide.

The award marked a noteworthy milestone for the relative newcomer, which first opened its doors in July 2022. The sole new addition to this year¡¯s list of Tokyo¡¯s two-starred venues, Maz is the city¡¯s first establishment specializing in Latin American cuisine to receive the prestigious honor.