JAPANESE MASTERY. MEETS PERUVIAN SOUL.

SENSORY EXPERIENCE

Above the lights of Toronto a transcendent dining experience awaits at TONO. Where Peruvian passion meets Japanese tradition, through the vision of world-renowned Chef Akira Back.

A hideaway nestled at W Toronto Hotel’s rooftop, TONO introduces Nikkei cuisine to Yorkville, bringing a bold blend of Peruvian & Japanese flavours to life. Known for his rebellious yet refined style, Chef Akira’s menu honours tradition while unapologetically pushing boundaries.

Set high above the city, TONO is a sensory experience—where music sets the tone, cocktails are crafted with intention, and every dish tells a story.

NIKKEI CUISINE

Born from the vibrant interplay between Japanese precision and Peruvian passion, Nikkei cuisine is a bold blend of flavour, culture and storytelling. At TONO by Akira Back, this tradition is reinterpreted by the award-winning chef known for breaking boundaries. Expect unexpected pairings, raw artistry, and dishes that honour two culinary worlds—served with the signature edge only Akira Back can deliver.

Close-up of a dish with a piece of meat or terrine, topped with small dollops of pale yellow sauce, green sauce, and garnished with herbs and yellow flower petals, served in a white bowl with green sauce swirls inside.

SIGNATURE BEVERAGES

At TONO by Akira Back, cocktails are more than drinks—they’re an art form. Blending the precision of Japanese mixology with the boldness of Peruvian ingredients, each cocktail & mocktail is a carefully crafted expression of flavour and intention. Chef Akira Back’s visionary lens transforms classics into inventive elixirs, inviting guests to indulge.

A glass of yellow cocktail with ice, garnished with a dried citrus slice and a green leaf, on a white surface. In the background, there are two white vases with green plants and a blurred brown object.

ROOFTOP ESCAPE

Above the rhythm of Yorkville, TONO’s rooftop patio offers a place to settle in. Lounge seating, skyline views, and an open-air setting come together for evenings shaped by conversation, cocktails, and Nikkei cuisine. From golden hour to late night, the city becomes part of the experience.

Outdoor rooftop dining area with tables, chairs, and small lamps, overlooking city buildings, including a modern glass restaurant and high-rise apartment buildings.

ARTFUL INFLUENCE

Art has always been at the heart of Chef Akira Back’s creative process—a passion rooted in his childhood, shaped by the vibrant work of his mother, a Korean fine artist. Her expressive, abstract style continues to inspire the bold colours, textures, and compositions found across his culinary and design vision. At TONO, this artistic legacy is brought to life.

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MEET CHEF AKIRA BACK

Chef Akira Back is more than a chef—he’s the creative visionary. With a rebellious edge and a Michelin-starred pedigree, he’s built elevated culinary experiences that push boundaries and fuse cultures.

At TONO, his bold imagination sets the tone—where design, flavour, and storytelling collide in a ritual that’s unmistakably his.

ROOFTOP EXPERIENCES

Perched above the city, TONO offers a rooftop dining experience unlike any other. Step onto our patios and take in the lights of Bloor Street and downtown Toronto.

A bowl of seafood porridge topped with grilled shellfish, red and green chopped peppers, herbs, and black sesame seeds.

A hand pouring a creamy dressing or sauce onto a bowl of sashimi garnished with herbs and flowers, with a bowl of dipping sauce and crispy chips in the background on a marble table.

Close-up of beef short ribs garnished with herbs on a black rectangular plate with crushed nuts sprinkled on top, placed on a black marble surface.

MAKE A RESERVATION

A culinary journey awaits on every plate. From golden hour to late night, your table is waiting.