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Hakodate Dining Gaya
函館ダイニング雅家
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sushi / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Crab
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築城 明博Akihiro Tsuiki
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His vast knowledge of a range of cuisines, including Japanese, is the backbone of Hakodate Dining Gaya
Born in Hakodate, he enjoyed eating from a young age and developed an interest in cooking. When he was heavily into boxing, he often ate ramen. This prompted him to move to Tokyo to study Chinese cuisine. After that he developed an extraordinary talent for cooking and built up experience and expertise across a range of different culinary styles including provincial cuisine and traditional Japanese cuisine. "What you see and what you eat will be a very powerful thing for a chef," he says. He continues to study cooking by trying dishes at many different restaurants. His expertise and constant self-improvement play a central role in the food served at Hakodate Dining Gaya today.
築城 明博Akihiro Tsuiki
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Kappo Sakaba Miotsukushi Tennoji Branch
割烹酒場 みおつくし 天王寺店
- Tennoji/Abenobashi, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Nabe (hot pot)
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田村 知之Tomoyuki Tamura
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Fascinated by delicious food, Mr. Tamura aspired to become a chef who could cook his own dishes.
He was born in 1993 in Osaka. He experienced a part-time job in a restaurant as a student, which sparked his interest in cooking. Started his professional career as a chef at Hanagoyomi in Swissôtel. After that, he moved to Kappo Ajisai and further honed his skills. In July 2022, he was offered a position at Miotsukushi Tennoji Branch and became the head chef.
田村 知之Tomoyuki Tamura
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Izakaya Asahi
居酒屋あさひ
- Nagaokakyo, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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古本 真也Shinya Furumoto
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Mr. Furumoto was inspired by a cooking TV program and became a cook as a profession that requires delicate work.
Mr. Furumoto was born in 1989 in Kyoto. Since childhood, he has enjoyed delicate tasks. While in university, he was moved by a cooking program he saw on TV and decided to become a cook because that would suit what he wanted to do. After graduation, he started his apprenticeship as a cook at Izakaya Asahi, run by his friend's relative. He learned how to choose fresh ingredients and use them in cooking. In addition to the classic Izakaya menus, he puts a lot of effort into selecting alcoholic drinks that go well with seafood dishes.
古本 真也Shinya Furumoto
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Zanshin
残心
- Ikebukuro East Exit/Higashi-Ikebukuro, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Basashi (horse meat sashimi) / Curry / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot)
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江藤 秀夫Hideo Eto
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He treats guests to various dishes, from fresh seafood to Wagyu beef steaks.
In July 2014, Mr. Eto took on the role of store manager at the opening of Zanshin and has served in that position ever since. Its unique atmosphere, excellent service, and authentic cuisine aim to bring enjoyment to a wide range of guests.
江藤 秀夫Hideo Eto
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Hakusho USHIBIYORI
伯匠 USHIBIYORI
- Narita/Sahara, Chiba
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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鈴木 浩二Koji Suzuki
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Mr. Suzuki is a chef dedicated to everything he does to make his guests happy.
He was born in 1973. A part-time job at an izakaya (Japanese pub) led him to become a chef. He honed his skills at various eateries across Tokyo, including Italian restaurants and cafes. Through hard work and dedication, he became a chef and manager of the restaurants. Currently, he is the head chef and manager of Hakuso USHIBIYORI. Spends his days refining recipes to ensure his guests enjoy delicious meat dishes. He also focuses on creating a comfortable atmosphere in the restaurant.
鈴木 浩二Koji Suzuki
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Ajinosato Bandai
味の里ばんだい
- Yamagata, Yamagata
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Local Japanese Cuisine / Sake
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酒井 啓史Hiroshi Sakai
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Introducing the taste of Yamagata and the fun of Robatayaki.
Mr. Sakai was born in 1978 in Yamagata. After working as a company employee in the Kanto region, he returned to his hometown at 24. Since then, he has been running Ajinosato Bandai with his parents. In 2021, his idea redesigned the Robata (fireside) to its current form. Until then, chefs used to cook sitting down, but he changed to a standing style of grilling to be able to move aggressively. The distance to the guests is closer, giving the restaurant a more "entertaining" robatayaki atmosphere.
酒井 啓史Hiroshi Sakai
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Gyuhorumon to Sengyo Ushitomiya Shibuya Dogenzaka Branch
牛ホルモンと鮮魚 牛冨屋 渋谷道玄坂店
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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小俣 卓也Takuya Omata
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Trained at various types of restaurants, including Japanese and Italian restaurants.
Mr. Omata was born in November 1972 in Toshima-ku, Tokyo. From 18, he had training at various types of restaurants, including Japanese cuisine, Italian cuisine, and major restaurant chains. At Kaya Group, he studied under the legendary Japanese chef Mr. Kazuyoshi Masak and inherited the Masaki style. Currently, he is also active in management and consulting for food and beverage businesses, working with a number of companies to train young chefs.
小俣 卓也Takuya Omata
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Kushikatsu Sakaba Hirokatsu Shibuya Dogenzaka Branch
串かつ酒場 ひろかつ 渋谷道玄坂店
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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小俣 卓也Takuya Omata
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Trained at various types of restaurants, including Japanese and Italian cuisine.
Mr. Omata was born in November 1972 in Toshima-ku, Tokyo. From 18, he trained in various restaurant genres, such as Japanese cuisine, Italian cuisine, and major food and beverage chains. At KayaGroup, he studied under legendary Japanese chef Mr. Kazuyoshi Masaki and inherited the "Masaki-ryu" cooking style. Currently, he is also active in food and beverage management and as a food and beverage consultant, working with numerous companies to train young chefs.
小俣 卓也Takuya Omata
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Kyoto Kushidokoro Azumaya
京都串処東屋本店
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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清水 義晴Yoshiharu Shimizu
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Serves high-quality yakitori and kushiage along with sake from all of Kyoto's breweries.
Mr. Shimizu was born in 1976 in Osaka. He entered the industry by starting a small bar because he was fascinated by the food and beverage business, where he could bring smiles to guests' faces by serving delicious food. Opened Azumaya in Daikoku-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, and gained popularity. With the area's development, the restaurant moved to its current location. In addition to high-quality yakitori and kushiage skewers, the restaurant is favored widely for its extensive lineup of drinks, including sake from all the breweries in Kyoto City.
清水 義晴Yoshiharu Shimizu
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Kimiomou Tsubame no Kurashi
君想うツバメの暮らし
- Kurayoshi/Central area of Tottori, Tottori
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Szechuan / International/Fusion
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中尾 隼Jun Nakao
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Like the swallows that bring happiness, Mr. Nakao delivers happiness with his original dishes.
He was born in 1981 in Tottori. After graduating from high school, he studied the basics of cooking at a culinary school before joining a Chinese restaurant in Kobe. After honing his skills in the Chinese kitchen, he returned to his hometown, Tottori, to gain further experience at various dining establishments. He joined "Kimiomou Tsubame no Kurashi" as a chef and manager, later taking on the role of owner in the fall of 2019. At the restaurant, named after the swallow, a bird of good fortune that brings happiness, which celebrates its seventh anniversary in February 2023, he brings happiness to people through his creative cuisine.
中尾 隼Jun Nakao
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Shimotsuki
霜月
- Itabashi, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Beer / Wine
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伊藤 瑞紀Mizuki Ito
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Having worked as a hotel chef and interior decorator, Mr. Ito pursued an izakaya as his culmination.
He was born in 1993 in Saitama. He worked as a hotel chef for 6 years in charge of restaurant and banquet cuisine. Then, after working as an assistant manager of an izakaya for about 3 years, he opened his own restaurant. That is Shimotsuki, which offers a menu that features mainly Western-style dishes and a friendly atmosphere. Since he also ran an interior decorating business in the past, Mr. Ito's creativity is also reflected in the space. Shimotsuki is a restaurant that can be called the culmination of his cultivated knowledge and techniques.
伊藤 瑞紀Mizuki Ito
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Nishiguchi Sakaba Homerun
西口酒場ホームラン
- Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / General
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キングくんKing-kun
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Mr. King-kun is a chef who turns the joy of eating into laughs, making people's hearts smile with cuisine.
He was born in Kagawa. When he saw people enjoying his cooking, saying it was delicious, he decided to become a chef. After training at about 20 restaurants, he now works at Homerun. His food is full of deliciousness and love. He is also a comedian and his motto is to provide laughs and delicious dishes.
キングくんKing-kun
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World Beer Museum, Dai Nagoya Building Branch
世界のビール博物館 大名古屋ビルヂング店
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- Beer Gardens/Halls,Taverns / Steak / General
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早崎 康弘Yasuhiro Hayasaki
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The chef makes good use of his experience at Japanese and Italian restaurants.
He trained in Japanese restaurants specialized in sushi and kaiseki food (elegant Japanese meal), Italian restaurant and, [Kirin Beer restaurant] in Nagoya. Making good use of such experiences, he is exercising his skills at the [Museum of World Beer in Dai Nagoya Building] and serving food that matches beer.
早崎 康弘Yasuhiro Hayasaki
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Kaisen Shokuin Ichiba MARUKAMI SHOKUDO Dockyard
海鮮食飲市場 マルカミ食堂 ドックヤード
- Minatomirai, Kanagawa
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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Akoya
あこや
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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伊藤 祐介Yusuke Ito
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Authentic skills learned from Japanese cuisine highlighting shellfish taste.
He was born in 1982 in Oita prefecture. Soon after graduating high school, he moved to Tokyo and started his apprenticeship of Japanese cuisine at a mizutaki hotpot restaurant in Shinjuku. When he was just about to demonstrate his talent, he fell in love with [Abusan]. After 6 years as a repeat customer, he became a pupil of the owner, Mr. Zenkei Nobeta, a leading expert of shellfish cuisine. Acquiring the in-depth skill and the knowledge of shellfish cooking in 3 years, he became the chef of the new restaurant [Akoya] at the end of 2013. His outstanding skill catapulted the restaurant to the top.
伊藤 祐介Yusuke Ito
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Musshu Mizuki
夢酒みずき
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shochu
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梅村 孝利Takatoshi Umemura
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Mr. Umemura has dedicated himself to Japanese cuisine, serving seasonal dishes that make the most of the best ingredients.
He was born in 1976 in Saitama. His family owned a restaurant, and he grew up watching his father, a chef, at work, and naturally wanted to become a chef. He trained at a Japanese restaurant in Tokyo and obtained a chef's license. He also obtained a Fugu (blowfish) chef's license from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. In 2008, he was fortunate enough to be invited to join MIKI CO. After working at affiliated restaurants in Yurakucho and Ikebukuro, he has been the head chef at Musshu Mizuki since 2012.
梅村 孝利Takatoshi Umemura
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Koshitsu Niku Kappo KATANA Namba Branch
個室 肉割烹 KATANA 難波店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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平田 友美Tomomi Hirata
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Since childhood, Ms. Hirata has been interested in cooking and joined KATANA part-time during high school.
She was born in 2002 in Fukuoka. Since a young age, she has been interested in cooking and started working part-time at KATANA during high school. She was in the culinary course at high school and was also in charge of cooking at the restaurant. After graduating from culinary school, she became a full-time employee. She not only handles cooking but also works on menu development and more.
平田 友美Tomomi Hirata
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Ebisu Shoten Minami 4 Nishi 3
恵美須商店 南4西3
- Odori Park, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables)
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齋藤 力虎Taiga Saito
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Mr. Saito has a passionate and curious mind for food. A young chef who manages a lively restaurant.
He was born in 1998 in Hokkaido. Having worked in restaurants with chefs in various genres, such as Chinese, Japanese, French, and Italian, he has learned varied food knowledge and techniques. That led him to feel the joy of cooking, and he started walking the path of cuisine. He also has experience working as a manager in a yakitori grilled chicken restaurant. With the motto "taking good care of employees leads to good customer service," he tries to create a restaurant where employees and customers can feel comfortable.
齋藤 力虎Taiga Saito
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YAKITORI DINING ITADAKI COCCO CHAN Gotanda Branch
北海道焼鳥 いただきコッコちゃん 五反田店
- Gotanda, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken / Hokkaido Cuisine
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Kushiyaki no Tatsumi
串焼きのたつみ
- Oita, Oita
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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高山 健一Kenichi Takayama
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Making use of kushiyaki (grilled skewers) techniques from Japanese cuisine, he aims for a new kushiyaki
He was born in Fukuoka Prefecture. Aspiring to become a chef because he had always loved eating, he started by training at several restaurants in Fukuoka Prefecture. Thinking that he wanted to use the techniques he learned for Japanese cuisine to arrange kushiyaki in a Japanese-style and create new types of kushiyaki, he joined “Kushiyaki no Tatsumi.” He now demonstrates his skills and technique on a daily basis at the newly-opened restaurant.
高山 健一Kenichi Takayama
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