Arkady Novikov’s authentic and intimate Japanese restaurant, IMA, is dedicated to the concept of «here and now.»
IMA is a reason to look around and notice the beauty we miss in the rush of everyday life, woven together by the hustle and bustle of the city. Situated in the historic heart of the city, panoramic windows overlooking the Zaryadye Concert Hall, an interior inspired by traditional Japanese crafts, and a wealth of details that draw attention are all part of IMA’s slow-motion concept.
Traditional cuisine is a sensory meditation. Taste cannot be captured or conveyed in words; it requires engagement and focus to uncover it. The main direction of the menu is drawn by Tokyo-based Takumi Wada-san.
The menu has 10 sections, including a list of dishes prepared at the teppan station, run by Igor Kim (Nippon, Sumosan). The teppan zone at IMA is a separate space designed for up to five guests, which can be booked for a more intimate dining experience. Here, dishes are prepared directly in front of guests: a teppan chef works with meat, fish, rice, noodles, and seafood, precisely controlling the temperature and texture. This format allows you not only to observe the process but also to experience it—through the sound, aroma, and dynamics of the preparation.
