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Former Hormone star Kwan opens Thai restaurant in Kyoto
Kwan Choonhavat from “Hormone” now lives in Japan, runs a Thai restaurant and remains active on social media.
Former Hormone star Kwan opens Thai restaurant in Kyoto
November 13, 2025 might seem like an unremarkable day to many, but for a former star of Thai television, it marks a new phase in life. Kwan Choonhavat, known from the popular series “Hormone”, has withdrawn from the public eye and now lives in Japan, where he has built a new life for himself. Loud Line Today Kwan opened a Thai restaurant in Kyoto called “Thaigin Kyoto”.
Still passionate about his business, the former actor uses social media like TikTok and Facebook to share insights into his new life and the challenges of running a restaurant. Despite the move, he enjoys learning a lot and is completely focused on running his restaurant. There is hardly any time for free time as managing the restaurant keeps him busy.
Invitations to a distant homeland
The Thai community in Japan need not worry about him as Kwan warmly invites them to visit his restaurant. The connection to his roots remains strong, and his fans continue to show great loyalty despite his retirement from acting. Kwan has demonstrated a good knack for gastronomy and his concept meets the guests' tastes.
Who knows, maybe “Thaigin Kyoto” will be the new hotspot for all lovers of Thai cuisine? It remains to be seen how his restaurant will develop and whether he will be able to transfer his former fame into gastronomy.
Thailand – a country full of history
To better understand the cultural background from which Kwan comes, it is worth taking a look at the history of Thailand. The country, known as Siam until 1939, has become a major player in Southeast Asia. With a population of approximately 66 million people and the capital city of Bangkok, Thailand offers a wealth of cultural influences, from Indian to Chinese to Cambodian traditions. Wikipedia describes Thailand as a developing country with a dynamic economy based on tourism, industry and agriculture.
In recent decades, the country, which is one of Southeast Asia's largest military powers, has often been embroiled in political conflicts. These conflicts are part of the complex history that has shaped Thailand and is still felt today. Despite all this, the country remains a popular destination for travelers from all over the world.
Whether Kwan Choonhavat will be successful with his restaurant remains to be seen - one thing is certain: his journey shows how versatile and adaptable people can be. Perhaps his journey will inspire other Thais overseas to also pursue their dreams, no matter what field.
For more information about Kwan and the development of his restaurant, it's worth checking out his social media channels as we look forward to the next steps of his exciting journey.