- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with ananea Madivaru
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineJapanese teppanyaki
- StyleSpecialty Live Cooking
- AtollNorth Ari Atoll
About Ikigai
Discover the essence of Japanese teppanyaki at Ikigai, where skilled chefs transform fresh seafood, premium meats, and seasonal vegetables on the teppan. Designed for guests aged fifteen and above, the refined setting allows for focused craftsmanship and an unhurried appreciation of the art of dining.
Part of the dining roster at ananea Madivaru, North Ari Atoll, this japanese teppanyaki restaurant runs a specialty live cooking format.
Ikigai Menu
As published by the resort, checked Sept 2026. Prices as listed; the kitchen confirms at the table.
Sushi & Sashimi
- SashimiUSD 28
Sashoimi to share, delicately cut fresh raw fish and seafood
- Madivaru's 'Tsukiji' – reef fish catch of the day
- Maguro – local yellowfin tuna
- Sāmon - salmon
- NigirizushiUSD 28
Sushi to share, pressed Japanese rice, wasabi drop, and assorted topping
- Abokado - avocado
- Ebi – tiger shrimp
- Saba – Japanese mackerel
- Unagi – Japanese smoked eel
Sushi Roll
- NorimakiUSD 24
Sushi to share, light, clean nori-wrapped traditional maki
✓
- Shoujinryouri – avocado, cucumber, takuan ✓
✓
- Asuparagasu – tempura asparagus, carrot ✓
✓
- Madivaru's 'Tsukiji' – reef fish catch of the day
Western Creation
- Sushi to share, western new-style fusion sushi
- Yakitori – grilled teriyaki chicken thigh, avocadoUSD 22
✓
- Fancy Roll – tuna, beluga caviar, cucumber, carrot, cream cheeseUSD 28
✓
- Mango Roll – tempura shrimp, fresh mango, black sesameUSD 28
✓
- California Roll – fried soft-shell crab, avocado, chilli mayo, black sesameUSD 32
✓
Teppan Combination
- Shoujinryouri Cauliflower, Bell peppers, Carrots, Asparagus, Beans sprouts ✓USD 85
All dishes above served with seasonal vegetables, fried rice & shimeji steamed mushrooms. Each order serves two.
✓
- Ari Atoll Fisherman Catch Local Yellowfin tuna & Reef fish, Tiger Prawn, ScallopUSD 110
All dishes above served with seasonal vegetables, fried rice & shimeji steamed mushrooms. Each order serves two.
✓
- Teriyaki Cuts Angus Ribeye, Chicken, TofuUSD 125
All dishes above served with seasonal vegetables, fried rice & shimeji steamed mushrooms. Each order serves two.
✓
- Land and Sea Angus Ribeye, Chicken, Scallop, PrawnUSD 135
All dishes above served with seasonal vegetables, fried rice & shimeji steamed mushrooms. Each order serves two.
✓
- Banzai Surf & Turf Lobster, Angus Ribeye, Tuna, Scallop175 / 95
All dishes above served with seasonal vegetables, fried rice & shimeji steamed mushrooms. Each order serves two.
Dessert
- White Elegance White sesame cream, Crunchy toasted oats, White miso ice cream, Yuzu confit, Thin dark chocolateUSD 18
✓
- Ichigo No Shotokeki Milk Wagashi, Yuzu confit, Yuzu soaked cake, Marinated strawberries, Mascarpone vanilla creamUSD 18
✓
- Exotic Fruit Platter Selection of Freshly Sliced FruitsUSD 18
✓
- Selection of Ice Cream and Sorbet Vanilla ice cream, Chocolate ice cream, Pistachio ice cream Lemon sorbet, Raspberry sorbet, Coconut sorbet
- 1 ScoopUSD 10
✓
- 2 ScoopUSD 15
✓
- 3 ScoopUSD 18
✓
Beverages
- Waters
- Bonaqua 500 ML still2 / ✓
- Bonaqua 1.5 L still4 / ✓
- San Pellegrino 750 ML sparkling7 / 3
- Acqua Panna 750 ML still7 / 3
- Soft Drinks Coca Cola, Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Bitter Lemon, Tonic Water, Soda Water5 / ✓
- Canned Fruit Juices Apple, Orange, Pineapple, Peach, Grapefruit, Mixed fruit5 / ✓
- Fresh Fruit Juices Orange, Pineapple, Watermelon, Papaya, Mixed fruit10 / 5
- House Wines By the glass - White, Red, Rosé10 / ✓
- Non-Alcoholic Wines By the glass - White or Red8 / ✓
- Beers
- Carlsberg10 / ✓
- Lion10 / ✓
- Singha12 / ✓
- Corona16 / ✓
- Non - Alcoholic Beer10 / ✓
Sake Cart
- Kiku-Masamune
An authentic dry sake that is distinguished by the aroma of Yoshino cedar
- Shot 60 ML14 / ✓
- Bottle 720 ML165 / 140
- Hakkaisan Honjozo
A smooth and mellow taste that you will always find refreshing
- Yatsushika Ginjo Pink
Slightly sweet and supple aroma reminiscent of fresh fruits
- Zuoyo Honjun Junmai
Brewed with quality rice from the Kumamoto Prefecture rice and Ah Sou's spring water
- Tanaka 1789 Chartier
A fruity on the nose, with notes of stone fruits, mango, and anise seed
- Bottle 500 ML470 / 465
All prices mentioned are in USD, inclusive of 17% TGST and subject to 10% service charge. Listed items and prices may be subject to change without prior notice, based on seasonality and government tax regulations. HB prices apply to guests on the Half Board Meal Plan, HBP prices apply to guests on the Half Board Plus Meal Plan, and DAAI prices apply to guests on the Dine Around All Inclusive Meal Plan. Items marked with a ✓ are included in the Dine Around All Inclusive Meal Plan.
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The ananea Madivaru experience
ananea Madivaru Maldives is a five-star twin-island resort in North Ari Atoll, just a 20-minute seaplane journey from Velana International Airport. Connected by an overwater walkway, the resort features 111 beach and overwater villas, each with a private pool, welcoming both couples and families. With 9 restaurants…
Getting there
Located in North Ari Atoll, ananea Madivaru is reached by a 20-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.
Questions about Ikigai
What cuisine does Ikigai serve?
Ikigai at ananea Madivaru serves Japanese teppanyaki in a specialty live cooking format. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.Is Ikigai included in the meal plan?
What is included depends on the meal plan you book at ananea Madivaru (Half Board, Half Board Plus, Dine-Around All Inclusive). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.Where is Ikigai located?
Ikigai is at ananea Madivaru on Etheremadivaru, North Ari Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
Explore Ikigai
Ikigai is part of the dining at ananea Madivaru. For dietary enquiries or table requests, guests may contact the resort.