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arkua
arkua
- Kokubuncho/Ichibancho, Miyagi
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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渡邊 政也Masaya Watanabe
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A chef who creates playful dishes while utilizing French techniques.
Mr. Watanabe was born in 1986 in Miyagi. When he was 19 years old, he met a French chef, which led him to the culinary world. He honed his skills in the kitchen of a members-only hotel and later served as a sous chef at the Michelin one-star restaurant nacree. After that, he established various restaurants, including a wine bar and a restaurant specializing in curry, and opened arkua in January 2022.
渡邊 政也Masaya Watanabe
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HOMMAGE
HOMMAGE
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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荒井 昇Noboru Arai
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Becoming the forefront of French cuisine showing his identity in Asakusa, the hometown of the chef.
He was born in 1974 in Tokyo. After graduating from junior high school, he went to a cooking school and had training at restaurants in Tokyo. At the age of 24, he went to France to work for restaurants with the stars such as [Auberge de Cimes] in Paris and [Auberge La Feniere] in Southern France. After coming back to Japan, he worked at Tsukiji Fish Market for 1 year to save money, then opened [HOMMAGE] at the age of only 26. He is currently offering original French dishes that can be created only in Tokyo, in his hometown Asakusa.
荒井 昇Noboru Arai
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XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / Salvatore Cuomo Bros.
XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / Salvatore Cuomo Bros.
- Roppongi, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Cocktail
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サルヴァトーレ・クオモSalvatore Cuomo
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Influenced by his father, a chef, Mr. Cuomo aspired to become a chef at 11.
Mr. Cuomo was born in Naples, Italy. Influenced by his father, a chef, he aspired to become a chef at 11 and apprenticed at his uncle's restaurant. Since then, he traveled back and forth between Japan and Italy and continued his training. He is credited as a pioneer who made "Napoli Pizza" famous in Japan. In terms of cuisine, he always aims to be the only one, not the number one. He serves as the grand chef of the "Italian" cuisine at the XEX brand to spread its flavor not only in Japan but also to the world every day.
サルヴァトーレ・クオモSalvatore Cuomo
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ESPICE
ESPICE
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- French,Italian/French / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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江見 常幸Tsuneyuki Emi
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A chef who preserves long-standing traditions while offering the joy of new culinary experiences.
Mr. Tsuneyuki Emi was born in 1981 in Kobe, Hyogo. After training at a famous restaurant in Kobe, he moved to France. He studied at Michelin 3-star Auberge du Vieux Puits in the Languedoc region of southern France and Michelin 3-star Arpège in Paris. Upon returning to Japan, he served at a gastro bar, KNOT, which was awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand three years in a row, and became chef at ESPICE in 2016. With a deep love and respect for his hometown of Kobe, he continues to lead Kobe's French culinary scene.
江見 常幸Tsuneyuki Emi
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Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar
Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Wine
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Marc Vetri Marc Vetri
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Mr. Vetri produces dishes and a space to enjoy authentic Italian food casually.
He is the owner and partner chef of Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar. Born and raised in Philadelphia, USA, in a family operating an Italian restaurant, he learned the techniques and tastes of authentic Italian cuisine from his grandfather and father, who were chefs. With further training, he became a star chef, turning his Philadelphia restaurant into one of the most popular places in the United States. Valuing the "family" connection from the previous generation to the next, he develops restaurants named after his grandfather, "Maurice," worldwide.
Marc Vetri Marc Vetri
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Remede nikaho
Remede nikaho
- Yurihonjo/Nikaho, Akita
- French,Italian/French / General / French / Wine
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渡邊 健一Kenichi Watanabe
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With traditional French cuisine, Mr. Watanabe fully conveys the charm of Nikaho from season to season.
He was born in 1979 in Akita. During his high school years, when he worked part-time at a restaurant, he felt "this is where I belong" and decided to go into the restaurant industry. He entered Osaka Tsuji Culinary Institute. Fascinated by French cuisine's depth, he began exploring cooking in earnest. He studied at KIHACHI and Tateru Yoshino and honed his skills at various restaurants. In 2017, he opened Remede nikaho in Nikaho City, Akita Prefecture, which received favorable reviews. It has been listed in the gastronomy guide "Gault et Millau" for two consecutive years since 2023.
渡邊 健一Kenichi Watanabe
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GARDEN HOUSE MINATOMIRAI
GARDEN HOUSE MINATOMIRAI
- Sakuragicho, Kanagawa
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Pizza / Pasta / General
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岡田 宏太郎Koutaro Okada
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An experienced Italian chef who continues to realize his childhood dream.
Mr. Okada was born in 1974 in Kanagawa. Having been interested in food since he could remember, he decided to pursue a career in the food business. Experienced in moving to Italy to study authentic Italian cuisine. After returning to Japan, he served as a head chef at restaurants at famous hotels such as Peninsula Tokyo and Mandarin Oriental Tokyo. Before the Corona disaster, he also showed his skills in Honolulu's membership-based Italian. Currently, he serves as the general chef of several restaurants, including GARDEN HOUSE MINATOMIRAI.
岡田 宏太郎Koutaro Okada
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il Cardinale Akasaka
イルカルディナーレ赤坂
- Akasaka, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Steak / Wine
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塩 侑貴Yuki Shio
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Making the restaurant where customers can enjoy not only the taste but also the cooking scene.
Mr. Shio was born in 1990 in Chiba. After working at "Sabatini di Firenze Ginza branch" for two years, "Sabatini di Firenze Daimaru Tokyo branch" for four years, "Pub Cardinal Ginza" for two years, and "Pub Cardinal Marnouchi (PCM)" for four years, he has arrived at his current position. At "il Cardinale Akasaka," the open kitchen is a charming feature that makes interactions between guests and staff enjoyable. He aims to create a restaurant experience that is satisfying to the taste and enjoyable to watch with their open kitchen.
塩 侑貴Yuki Shio
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Niku Ebisu 89BAL
肉えびす 89BAL
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Bistro,Italian/French / General / Steak / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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山瀬 健策Kensaku Yamase
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A "Meat Master" uses various approaches to convey the deliciousness of meat.
Mr. Yamase was born in 1967 in Kumamoto. He grew up watching his parents running a ranch and started his own food wholesale company. After meeting the current owner through a mutual acquaintance, he was involved in establishing Waniku 89BAL, the predecessor of Niku Ebisu 89BAL, in 2015. Currently, he is also a chef and is active in many fields as a meat professional to spread the deliciousness of carefully selected meat from all over the country, including Kikuchi Beef, raised at his parent's ranch.
山瀬 健策Kensaku Yamase
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Ristorante CROSS 47
Ristorante CROSS 47
- Asato/ Sakaemachi Market, Okinawa
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Wine / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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高良 盛将Seisho Takara
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Inspired by family joy, a passion for cooking blossomed.
Mr. Seisho Takara was born in 1988 in Okinawa. The joy he felt when his family was happy as he helped them cook led him to become a chef. Influenced by a TV drama about a chef's growth, he honed his skills in Italian cuisine. After training at an Italian restaurant in Okinawa Prefecture, he was selected as a manager at a restaurant specializing in pasta. He further gained various experiences, such as becoming a sous chef at another restaurant. In January 2019, he was appointed assistant manager and is now head chef.
高良 盛将Seisho Takara
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CADRAN
CADRAN
- Ginza, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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Sabatini di Firenze Daimaru Tokyo Branch
サバティーニ・ディ・フィレンツェ 大丸東京店
- Marunouchi, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Steak
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古田 稔Minoru Furuta
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Mr. Furuta decided to become a craftsman to acquire expertise and entered the culinary world.
Mr. Minoru Furuta was born in 1965 in Saitama. He studied under Mr. Bardi at Sabatini di Firenze Tokyo for 16 years, then worked as a sous chef at Sabatini di Firenze Daimaru Tokyo branch for 7 years. After that, he studied traditional cuisine and became a sous chef at Sabatini di Firenze Daimaru Tokyo in 2007 for 7 years. In 2014, he became a head chef at the Western-style restaurant Ginza Grill Cardinal. Then, he was appointed head chef at Sabatini di Firenze Daimaru Tokyo in 2020.
古田 稔Minoru Furuta
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LIEN
LIEN
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- French,Italian/French / French / Seafood / Wine
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堀 裕大Yudai Hori
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The owner-sommelier carefully selects wines and dishes in blissful harmony.
Mr. Hori was born in 1983 in Wakayama. In high school, he became interested in the food and beverage industry because he liked to eat delicious food. Starting training at a dining bar in Umeda, Osaka, he learned many things, including serving as a waiter. He especially explored wine and obtained a sommelier certificate in 2009. In 2014, he opened his own restaurant and gained popularity. In 2024, the restaurant moved to its current location. With its unchanged flavor, it has been well received by customers who enjoy relaxing in a more elegant space than ever before.
堀 裕大Yudai Hori
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DepTH brianza
DepTH brianza
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian
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奥野 義幸Yoshiyuki Okuno
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Mr. Okuno presents his cultivated "depth" in the restaurant where "everyone is the main character."
He was born in 1972 in Wakayama. Raised in a ryotei restaurant, he studied business administration at a U.S. university and worked in the real estate industry before entering the culinary industry. He first served at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo and then moved to Italy. He returned to Japan after studying at eight restaurants in all regions of Italy. In 2003, he opened Ristrante la Brianza; it relocated to Roppongi Hills in 2016 as La Brianza. He then opened DepTH Brianza in Azabudai Hills in November 2023. In addition to his seven restaurants in Tokyo, he also produces restaurants and teaches cooking in Japan and abroad.
奥野 義幸Yoshiyuki Okuno
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Ristorante Borgo Konishi
Ristorante Borgo KONISHI
- Nara, Nara
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Wine
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山嵜 正樹Masaki Yamazaki
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From a part time job at a restaurant, straight to becoming a chef.
Born in Nara prefecture, 1976. Using a part time job as an opportunity, he started his career. Afterwards, he trained for 11 years at "PIATTO", an Italian restaurant with a focus on Roman cuisine. His present restaurant opened in Nara city in June, 1995. Carrying on the intention of the restaurant he trained at, he gave the new restaurant the name "BEKKAN." Furthermore, following the closing of "PIATTO, in April of 2014 he went to "Ristorante Borgo KONISHI." Everyday he makes Italian local specialty dishes with ingredients from Japan.
山嵜 正樹Masaki Yamazaki
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THE TASTE
THE TASTE
- Shichijo/Tambaguchi, Kyoto
- Bistro,Italian/French / General / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Cake
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星野 貴大Takahiro Hoshino
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Mr. Hoshino is a chef who utilizes various skills and knowledge to cook dishes that enchant guests.
He was born in 1991 in Kanagawa. His experience working in the kitchen as a part-time cook led him to begin his career as a chef. The joy of cooking he felt at that time, and the desire to have a profession became his motivation, and he has been striving for it every day. After accumulating experience in general Western cuisine, including Italian and American cuisine, he was appointed the head chef of THE TASTE. With the depth and diversity of his cultivated cuisine, he prepares dishes that shine with originality.
星野 貴大Takahiro Hoshino
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La Stella Polare
La Stella Polare
- Yoyogi-Uehara, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Wine
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大林 秀史Hideshi Obayashi
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Mr. Hideshi Obayashi became a chef to please people, and went independent after improving his skills at renowned restaurants.
He was born in 1977 in Ibaraki prefecture. He started cooking in his childhood, and found that cooking was fun when he made pasta. As his parents were operating a bakery and cake shop, he also dreamed of becoming a chef or service staff to please people. He worked as a service staff at an izakaya (Japanese pub), then entered [CHIANTI]. After working at their different branch, he became the master chef at [CHIANTI Yoyogi-Uehara branch]. In 2017, he was transferred to [CHIANTI Nishiazabu branch] when the Yoyogi-Uehara branch closed. In July, 2019, he went independent and opened [La Stella Polare].
大林 秀史Hideshi Obayashi
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Salle a Manger
サラマンジェ
- Ginza, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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脇坂 尚Hisashi Wakisaka
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Staying faithful to classic flavors, Hisashi Wakisaka creates unforgettably amazing flavors.
Mr. Hisashi Wakisaka was born in Hokkaido. After experience working at what is now the Novotel Sapporo and the ANA Crowne Plaza Wakkanai, Wakisaka went to France as part of the Association des Disciples d'Auguste Escoffier du Japan’s foreign training program. Whilst there, he trained in Paris and Lyon before returning in 2003 to become the head chef of Ripaille (Yokohama). In August 2006, he opened Salle a Manger de Hisashi WAKISAKA in Toranomon, where he was the owner and a chef. The restaurant moved in 2012 to Ginza. Although his restaurant specializes in the local and traditional cuisine of Lyon and the surrounding region, Mr. Wakisaka is also devoted to his studies of traditional French and classical cuisines.
脇坂 尚Hisashi Wakisaka
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le Bistro Montmartre
ビストロ モンマルトル
- Shin Toshin, Okinawa
- French,Italian/French / General / French / Pasta
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植村 慎太朗Shintaro Uemura
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He opens his door to his own world of cooking than his father's.
Born in 1973 in Tokyo. His father was a Chinese chef. He wanted to create his own life and started his French cuisine career at 18 years old. After 7 years of experience at restaurants in Ginza and Aoyama, he left for France in 1999 and widened his experience at [La Regalade], which was the most difficult restaurant to secure a reservation from in those days, [Beauvilliers] as a chef de partie, and 3-star [Pierre Gagnaire]. Returning to Japan, he expanded his experience as a chef at [Auxamis Tokyo], and a main dining chef at [THE BUSENA TERRACE] in fall, 2009. In December, 2012, he opened [le Bistro Montmartre].
植村 慎太朗Shintaro Uemura
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Pizzeria Pino Isola VESTA
Pizzeria Pino Isola VESTA
- Matsushima, Miyagi
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Pizza
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石原 輝子Teruko Ishihara
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Ms. Ishihara wants her guests to taste Neapolitan pizza in Matsushima.
Ms. Ishihara trained at Pizza & Cafe Mori no Oven Dottore in Akiu, Sendai, and opened the restaurant in August 2021.
石原 輝子Teruko Ishihara
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