Chef Chumpol × MISAKI

Two Michelin stars. Precision, balance, and true craftsmanship.

Portrait of Chief Chumpol Jangprai — Chef Chumpol Jangprai

Chef Chumpol Jangprai represents Thai haute cuisine at its finest. He holds two Michelin stars at his restaurant R-HAAN in Bangkok. His cuisine combines the wisdom of traditional techniques with uncompromising precision in every ingredient.

About Chef Chumpol

Chumpol Jangprai is co-founder and executive chef of the R-HAAN restaurant in Bangkok. He is considered an ambassador of Thai cuisine and has been shaping the culinary scene for many years. From his formative years in Europe, he has developed a distinctive style that today delights guests from all over the world.

Interior view of the R-HAAN restaurant in Bangkok — Interior view of the R-HAAN restaurant

"For me, a good kitchen knife is more than just a tool. It's an accessory that combines precision and aesthetics."
Chef Chumpol Jangprai

Thai Cuisine Academy – Training Kitchen — Training Kitchen of the Thai Cuisine Academy (TCA)

Thai Cuisine Academy – Passing on knowledge

With the founding of the Thai Cuisine Academy (TCA), Chef Chumpol Jangprai is teaching Thai culinary arts to a new generation of chefs. In this modern training kitchen, he teaches precision, balance, and the respectful handling of every ingredient.

Here, too, MISAKI knives are used daily – reliable, finely balanced, and ideal for professional training environments. The AKANE line, in particular, meets the high standards of this training: powerful, precise, and durable in daily use.

His recommendation: AKANE chef's knife

For Chef Chumpol, the perfect balance between blade and handle, as well as a solid, controlled weight, is essential. This is precisely where the AKANE chef's knife excels. It sits comfortably in the hand and delivers precise cuts, even during long prep sessions.

Balanced weight with stable center of gravity for safe guidance
Fine cutting geometry for precision in compression and tension
Long service life for consistent sharpness in everyday life
Ergonomic handle for fatigue-free work

AKANE chef's knives – perfect balance and sharpness — AKANE chef's knife – recommended by Chef Chumpol Jangprai

Biography in brief

Chumpol Jangprai grew up in a culinary family. Even as a toddler, he spent his afternoons at the family restaurant Sanguan Sri in Bangkok. At six, he was helping in the kitchen, and by eleven, he was already cooking for guests.
At the age of 19, he joined the Blue Elephant Group in Copenhagen. Later, he became Executive Chef of the Blue Elephant in Brussels. In Europe, he refined his style and gained international experience working with top chefs.
Together with Piti Bhirombhakdi, he founded R-HAAN . His vision: to showcase traditional Thai cuisine at its finest, with respect for its origins and producers. He combines traditional recipes with contemporary techniques and focuses on sustainable sourcing directly from Thai farmers.
Today, Chumpol is not only a restaurant chef, but also a teacher, ambassador, and innovator. As "Iron Chef Thailand" and in culinary academies, he inspires the next generation. His cuisine tells stories of home, nature, and the delicate balance of each ingredient.

R-HAAN in the Michelin Guide (2 stars)

FAQs

Yes. The harder steel keeps the cutting edge extremely sharp and precise, but it loses some flexibility. With its noticeably heavier weight, the Akane line is aimed at those who value stability, precision, and substance when cutting.

Yes. You can add a personalized engraving directly during the ordering process on the product page, choosing from a variety of fonts. This makes your knife truly unique.