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Yakiniku Sawagi
焼肉さわぎ
- Shin-Sakae/Higashisakura/Izumi, Aichi
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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滝澤 清成Kiyonari Takizawa
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Praise from the owner of Yakiniku Sawagi for a sincere work ethic led to becoming a chef
Mr. Takizawa was born in Aichi Prefecture on April 13th, 1981. While working at his former job in the amusement park industry, his sincere approach to his work and amazing customer service caught the attention of the future owner of Yakiniku Sawagi, and when restaurant opened, he was scouted as a chef. He works tirelessly every day on everything from assessing inventory to setting up, to managing how customers are served. He says, [We procure fresh meat daily so we can serve our customers delicious offal without any foul smell.]
滝澤 清成Kiyonari Takizawa
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Din Tai Fung
鼎泰豊（ディンタイフォン）
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Dim Sum,Chinese / Gyoza (dumplings) / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Taiwanese
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羽田野 正法Masanori Hatano
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The dim sum chef brings life into each xiaolongbao (Eastern Chinese steamed bun).
He was born in 1984 in Fukuoka prefecture. In his school days, he worked part time at a restaurant and found that it was fun to impress people with food. After entering the cooking field, he has been working at [Din Tai Fung] since 2011. He mastered xiaolongbao (Eastern Chinese steamed bun) through his training at the main branch in Taiwan, then has actively worked as the master chef since 2016. He respects each of the procedures to make xiaolongbao, such as size, shape, and thin dough, to bring them life.
羽田野 正法Masanori Hatano
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Niku Kappo Katsumata
肉割烹かつまた
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Beef Steak
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芳賀 信彦Nobuhiko Haga
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Mr. Haga is an artisan chef of Japanese cuisine who appreciates all the people involved and strives to do his best every day.
He was born in 1983 in Miyagi. Since childhood, he has loved delicious food and cooking and entered the world of food at 18. After honing his skills at several famous restaurants, he became the head chef at Katsumata in June of 2023, where he tries not to be too assertive in his cooking. His motto is to spend every effort to bring out the best ingredients and make no compromises in preparation. He values "people" above all else, including his guests, and he never forgets to thank the people he works with and the producers who deliver the ingredients to him.
芳賀 信彦Nobuhiko Haga
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Trattoria BiCOLORE Yokohama
Trattoria BiCOLORE Yokohama
- Hiranuma, Kanagawa
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta
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佐藤 護SATO MAMORU
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In constant pursuit of the ultimate cuisine, with the techniques learned at numerous famous restaurants
He was born in Tokyo in 1967. When he embarked down the path of becoming a chef when he was 17, he thought, "Training should be done at the most premier location," and entered "Sabatini" in Aoyama. In 1996, he went to Italy in search of greater heights. During his stay there for four and a half years, he perfected his skills in the kitchens of 14 restaurants, ranging from trattorias to restaurants with three Michelin stars. After returning to Japan, he worked as the inaugural chef of a number of restaurants before waiting for an opportune period to set out on his own and open "BiCOLORE Yokohama" in 2013.
佐藤 護SATO MAMORU
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Kirakutei
喜楽亭
- Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / General / Donburi (rice bowl)
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中川 宏一NAKAGAWA KOICHI
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A part-time job in a restaurant was the inspiration that led him down the path to becoming a chef.
After working part time at a restaurant, Koichi became interested in the culinary world, and went on to work at Morita-ya in an Isetan department store in Kyoto. After that, he worked for 5 years at the French Kaiseki restaurant Seiyo Kappou Ida, which brings us to the present day. He now spends every day exploring new ways to bring out the best flavour of local Kyoto ingredients.
中川 宏一NAKAGAWA KOICHI
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Bisai Dining Yuda
美彩ダイニング 湯田
- Matsushima, Miyagi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / General
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吉成 佑太YOSHINARI YUTA
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A chef who devotes his days to making people happy through cooking.
He was born in Miyagi Prefecture in 1987, Chef Yoshinari loved to stand in the kitchen with his mother when he was young. He set his sights on becoming a chef from his ambition to learn a variety of cooking and a desire to make people happy through cooking. After attending the Ecole d'Art Culinaire de Miyagi and obtaining his culinary license, he trained in French cuisine at a Sendai hotel. As a chef at Bisai Dining Yuda, he is attentive to beautiful presentation, and he displays his skills in a variety of dishes including pasta, which is popular with the ladies.
吉成 佑太YOSHINARI YUTA
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CAFE RESTAURANT Yayoi
CAFE RESTAURANT やよい
- Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Pasta / Cake
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久野Kuno
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The chef values communications with customers.
Born in Kyoto. Before she became a cook, she was involved in the apparel industry, and practiced communications with customers. She has come back to the food industry where she had worked as a part-timer, as she wanted to hear [yummy] from the customers again. Both in the apparel and food industries, communication with customers is very important. She cooks everyday enjoying chats with customers.
久野Kuno
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Sushi Kapppo Otanko Funabashi Branch
寿司割烹 御旦孤 船橋店
- Funabashi, Chiba
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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市川 正ICHIKAWA TADASHI
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Watching the TV drama "Zenryuaku Ofukurosama" inspired him to become a chef.
He was born in 1961, in Onjuku, Chiba Prefecture. He was inspired to work in Fukagawa after watching the TV show "Zenryaku Ofukurosama", getting his start at a sushi shop there called "Uogashi" at the age of 16. After six years he traveled to the USA. There he spent a year working for "Hatsuhana" in New York City. When he returned to Japan, his mentor Okuchi invited him to come work for us at "Otanko." His personality might be stoic, but he has deep feelings toward his art, and he's been a chef here for 10 years now. He's made numerous TV appearances over the years, including a stint on Fuji TV's "Nonstop!".
市川 正ICHIKAWA TADASHI
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Yakiniku Okuu Fujisawa branch
焼肉おくう藤沢店
- Enoshima/Kugenuma, Kanagawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Shochu
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木村 隆二Ryuji Kimura
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Applying skills honed in hotels and robata (fireside-cooking) restaurants to yakiniku (Japanese BBQ).
Chef Kimura was born in 1965 in Kanagawa Prefecture. The influence of his chef father made him naturally want to follow his footsteps in the restaurant world. He worked at restaurants including the Luke Plaza Hotel in Nagasaki and high end robata restaurant Inakaya in Tokyo before joining Okuu in 2011. It was the first time in his career working at a yakiniku restaurant, but the technique and expertise he fostered elsewhere were an advantage in his pursuit of meat knowledge. He currently manages the kitchen at the Fujisawa branch.
木村 隆二Ryuji Kimura
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Yakitori only Restaurant Sakuraya
焼鳥専門店さくら屋
- Miki/Ono, Hyogo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Chicken / Nabe (hot pot) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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竹内 浩司TAKEUCHI KOJI
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Our local chef takes pride in seeing not only his restaurant but the people of the area flourish
Born in 1975, a native of Kato city in Hyogo prefecture. A part-time job as a dishwasher gave him his start in the industry, and by the age of 18 he aspired to become a chef. While training up his skills at Japanese and pub cuisine, he also built up experience as a skilled manager and staff supervisor. Although by that point he was able to compete with the best of chefs, he decided to move back to Hyogo and open his own restaurant. As of August 2013 he became our head chef here at Restaurant Sakuraya.
竹内 浩司TAKEUCHI KOJI
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YAKINIKU CHAMPION JR HAKATA CITY STORE
焼肉チャンピオン JR博多シティ店
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Horumon (offal meat) / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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山口 祐樹Yuki Yamaguchi
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He believes that guests can appreciate and enjoy more by the more profound understanding of the meat.
He was born in 1976 in Fukuoka prefecture. After graduating from a vocational school, he started his career as a chef at a traditional Japanese restaurant in Kyoto city. After returning to Fukuoka, he actively worked as a chef at a Japanese restaurant, then entered [YAKINIKU CHAMPION JR HAKATA CITY STORE], where he currently works as a chef. Since the restaurant offers various rare cuts, he makes efforts to give the guests detailed explanations of each cut and how to enjoy its savory taste, so that the guests can acquire a more profound knowledge of meat and enjoy their meal even more.
山口 祐樹Yuki Yamaguchi
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KYOTO TOWER SANDO BAR
KYOTO TOWER SANDO バル
- Kyoto Station, Kyoto
- Standing Bar,Bars (pubs) / Local Sake
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本川 無為Mui Honkawa
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He wanted to work to please people.
He was born in 1991 in Wakkanai, Hokkaido. He spent his childhood in Mexico and graduated from Liceo Mexicano Japones. Then he entered Ryukoku University to learn Buddhism in the department of Shin Buddhism, Ryukoku University, and started to think strongly about having a job to please people. In 2014, he entered icon Corporation and accumulated experiences at Komakura Umeda Hankyu Higashi Dori branch and Gokigen-Ebisu Oumi Hachiman Station branch. In 2017, he started working as the master chef at [KYOTO TOWER SANDO BAR].
本川 無為Mui Honkawa
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Soshu Torigin Kamonomiya Branch
相州 鳥ぎん 鴨宮店
- Odawara/Minamiashigara, Kanagawa
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken
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嶌影 幸作Kosaku Shimakage
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He became interested in cooking after seeing his mother in the kitchen and soon began making things with her
He enjoyed making things from an early age and was particularly captivated by cooking. He would often cook with his mother for his whole family and it made him happy to see their smiles as they ate. After graduation, he found a job but was unable to forget the joy of cooking and the smiling faces of people eating delicious food, so he entered the restaurant industry. He searched for a place where customers' reactions could be seen and found an izakaya (Japanese bar) with an open kitchen, where he accumulated work experience. When that restaurant closed down, he became a chef at Soshu Torigin Kamonomiya, where he could interact with customers in the same way.
嶌影 幸作Kosaku Shimakage
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Gyugyu Nishiazabu Main Store
牛牛 西麻布 総本店
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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竹内 亮 氏Ryo Takeuchi
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Having a connection with yakiniku, the path led to becoming a chef.
He was born in Niigata Prefecture in 1989. He worked in a different area before becoming a chef, but he always enjoyed eating, especially yakiniku. He also worked part-time at a yakiniku restaurant in Aoyama, and after being approached by an old acquaintance, he entered the world of yakiniku.
竹内 亮 氏Ryo Takeuchi
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Izakaya Hokkai
居酒屋 北海
- Kawaguchi Lake/Fuji Yoshida/Yamanaka Lake, Yamanashi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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島田 勝弘Katsuhiro Shimada
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Please fully enjoy a luxurious experience having fruits of the sea at a place surrounded by mountains
They stock fresh seafood every day. Stick to the freshness of seafood more than necessary, as the restaurant is surrounded by mountains. All ingredients are carefully selected by the owner. They stock only the freshest seafood that can be eaten raw and serve them as sashimi, baked, or boiled in broth. making the best use of their taste. They focus on the seasonal ingredients. For example, abundant mountain vegetables can be served in spring, taking advantage of our location. Finish the dish only after getting the order to serve it in its best condition.
島田 勝弘Katsuhiro Shimada
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Umakabo
うまか房
- Osaki/Tome/Kurihara, Miyagi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Omurice (omelet rice) / Steak
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井口 寛Hiroshi Iguchi
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Mr. Iguchi just seeks for the happiness of the guests in front of him.
He was born in 1967 in Miyagi prefecture. He worked as a chef at [Hotel Metropolitan Sendai] for 25 years, mainly in French cuisine, as well as many other genres such as general western cuisine. Currently he is actively working as the master chef at [Umakabo], while just seeking for the happiness of the guests in front of him.
井口 寛Hiroshi Iguchi
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Atsugi Tachibana
厚木 たちばな
- Hon-Atsugi/Atsugi, Kanagawa
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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毛利 裕太Yuta Mouri
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He joined the restaurant with a part time job, staying on to become a chef
Chef Mori was born in Kanagawa prefecture on June 5th, 1992. He casually joined Atsugi Tachibana for part time work after being invited by a friend. Fascinated by the depth of Japanese cuisine, decided to become a chef. Chef Mori says that it is only natural for chefs to prepare delicious cuisine, and he is strict on himself and always has a high sense of awareness as a professional. Every day he continues to pursue cuisine that is not just delicious, but also impresses his customers and remains in their memory.
毛利 裕太Yuta Mouri
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SZECHWAN RESTAURANT
四川飯店
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Szechuan,Chinese / General / Chahan (fried rice) / Szechuan
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菅 浩憲Hironori Kan
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He hands down the traditional taste to the next generation.
He was born in 1962 in Ehime prefecture. After graduating from a culinary school, he entered [SZECHWAN RESTAURANT] in 1981. He started working at the Hiroshima branch, then accumulated training in other branches as well. In 1993, he became the master chef at the Kokura branch when it opened. He was also involved in opening the Matsuyama, Takamatsu, and also with the current Hakata branch in 2011.
菅 浩憲Hironori Kan
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Sakedokoro Umaiya
酒処 うまいや
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Chicken / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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杉田 道治Michiharu Sugita
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Mr. Sugita provides excellent service with dishes that customers can indulge in and takes great care with ingredients and utensils.
Mr. Sugita was born in 1989 in Osaka. His childhood home was a sushi restaurant, so he has been familiar with cooking since childhood. At 16, he started a part-time job at a Japanese izakaya bar. After graduating from culinary school, he began his career in a hotel kitchen, then sharpened his skills at Italian restaurants. He struck out at 26 and opened his own dining bar. In October 2021, he changed industries to izakaya and opened Sakedokoro Umaiya, where he works today.
杉田 道治Michiharu Sugita
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Planetarium BAR
プラネタリウムBAR
- Shirokane/Shirokanedai, Tokyo
- Dining Bar,Dining bar
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白石 洋介Yosuke Shiraishi
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Japanese sake and the stars. A bartender who enjoys and creates what he likes.
Mr. Shiraishi was born in 1977 in Chiba. Because he enjoys making drinks, he came to Tokyo when he was 21 and started walking the path of the bartender. While doing his work, he would feel the appeal of talking to guests over the counter, so he started wanting to open his own restaurant. He devoted himself to his studies and struck out independently when he was 27. He tried to make a restaurant where customers could enjoy a Planetarium, which he always liked, along with drinks, so he opened Planetarium BAR. As the owner, he continues to stand in his bar daily so guests can enjoy a special time.
白石 洋介Yosuke Shiraishi
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