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.

Mr. Suzuki makes each piece of sushi with his passion for SHIOGAMAKOU - a sushi chef with a sense of humor.

He was born in 1982. He entered the world of sushi at the age of 16 and started his apprenticeship at 19 at KIYOTA, a famous sushi restaurant visited by many celebrities.  After his training period, he met Mr. Kamada, a tuna professional. He joined Kaisenzushi Shiogamakou because he was fascinated by how Mr. Kamada worked and his deep knowledge. He has made sushi for many people in Shiogama. In February 2024, he was appointed Oyakata (head chef) of SUSHI SHIOGAMAKOU GINZA KIWAMI. With his passion for SHIOGAMAKOU, he brings smiles to visitors' faces with the knowledge and wealth of experience he has cultivated.

A famed chef who mixes classic and new Italian cuisine.

Started building his career as a favorite apprentice of the famous chef Ettore Alzetta. After becoming the head chef at Angelo Paracucchi, where he formerly learned his trade, he gained experience working at several three-star Michelin restaurants. He also refined his craft at Antica Osteria del Ponte Milano Main Branch and is currently the executive chef of Antica Osteria del Ponte Tokyo Branch.

Mr. Sato offers dishes full of flavor and warmth that both adults and children can enjoy.

He was born in 1991 in Hokkaido. Motivated by the desire to provide food that both children and adults can enjoy through nutritional education, he decided to become a chef. He acquired a wide range of culinary skills through five years of training at a Chinese restaurant and six years of experience in group meal preparation. Now, at Asahikawa Jingisukan Daikokuya Shinbashi, he is applying his expertise and skills to serve dishes that will satisfy his guests.

The head chef, Mr. Sakai, creates innovative and creative dishes that transcend the category of Japanese cuisine.

After gaining experience as a chef at a well-established hotel, he went to France and spent four years studying authentic French cuisine. Upon returning to Japan, he worked as a head chef of Italian and Spanish restaurants in addition to French cuisine. Currently, as head chef of Izakaya Tanuki, he pursues Japanese cuisine that incorporates the essence of various genres and French techniques. Every day, he devotes himself to preparing creative dishes prepared with a great deal of effort. Because he wants his customers to be happy, he pays careful attention to all aspects of the food, space, and service.

Dedicated to sushi for more than 45 years. Performing the finest nigiri with Edomae techniques and spirit.

Mr. Shimada was born in 1954 in Kumamoto. The owner of Ryoheisushi. Attracted by the stylish behavior of sushi chefs, he entered the world of Edomae sushi. After many years of honing his skills at a well-known restaurant in Tokyo, he has mastered traditional techniques while refining his unique taste in rice and ingredients. Since the spring of 2023, he has worked expertly at his current store in Ginza-itchome. He purchases the best seafood of the season from the middle wholesalers with whom he has built a relationship through his visits to the Toyosu Market. And he serves delicious nigiri and seasonal dishes with careful Edomae style work.

Mr. Takada makes the most of his experience and welcomes guests with dishes prepared with care and attention to detail.

He was born in 1971 in Miyazaki. He trained in the Western food department of a hotel. After working at Patisserie in Jiyugaoka, he served as a sous chef at an embassy in Aoyama Tokyo, learning French cuisine and cuisine from all over the world. After serving as a sous chef at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo and working at "Ore no French" and "Ore no Italian" affiliated restaurants, he joined the current company in October 2019. He is a general manager of the cooking department of restaurants such as REGINA and Ryuduki TEPPAN.  

 

Mr. Iwasaki was born on January 1, 1984 in Ishikawa. After graduating from high school, he started his life as a chef at Yamashiro Onsen Ryokan in Kaga, Ishikawa. Then, he worked at the Japanese restaurant "Shibazakura" in Prince Hotel Park Tower Tokyo. During his time there, he won first place twice in the Japanese cuisine category of a cooking competition in which chefs from Prince Hotels nationwide competed for the best chefs. After working at several Japanese restaurants, he opened Kappo Ichika in July 2015. He is pursuing dishes that will surprise and impress his guests.

Devoted to Edomae sushi. Mr. Suzuki offers exquisite nigiri and seasonal delicacies with careful handwork.

He was born in 1982 in Iwate. In his late teens, he was fascinated by the meticulous handiwork of sushi chefs at a sushi restaurant in Tokyo and decided to become a sushi chef. He began his training at a long-established sushi restaurant in Tsukiji at the time and honed his skills at a well-known Tsukiji restaurant for 20 years. In April 2023, he founded his current restaurant in Tsukishima and became independent. Since then, he has visited the wholesale market, which has moved from Tsukiji to Toyosu, almost every day to carefully select the finest seafood of the day. With his meticulous handiwork and delicious nigiri and dishes, he welcomes guests from both Japan and abroad.

Starting as a chef at a hotel, Mr. Kobayashi studied at various places in Tokyo before coming to Fukuwauchi.

He was born in 1980 in Osaka. At the age of 18, he started working in a restaurant. He then began his career in earnest as a hotel chef, working at "Hotel The Manhattan" in Kaihin-Makuhari, where he was in charge of kaiseki cuisine. After that, he gained experience as a chef in Tokyo and was employed at the Fukuhauchi, which was then located in Shinbashi, where he eventually came to be in charge of the restaurant's management. After relocating to Muromachi, the restaurant has now reopened as Muromachi Fukuhauchi.

Farmers and growers, cooks, and guests. Mr. Sato connects the dots to make a line and form a circle.

Mr. Sato was born in 1972 in Miyagi Prefecture. He grew up watching his parents out front as they ran a sushi restaurant and became fascinated with Japanese cuisine. After working at Hotel Kawakyu in Wakayama Prefecture and Hotel Arrowle in Ishikawa Prefecture, he trained at the Rihga Royal Hotel in Osaka. As a chef responsible for the final touches before the food is eaten, he enjoys connecting the warmth and thoughts of the people involved. Favored by fate, he devotes himself to his work every day with the motto, Kindness is best embodied in cooking.

Wanting nothing more than to make delicious food, Mr. Hanawa does his best to fulfill customer expectations

Mr. Hanawa was born in April 1974 in Kumamoto-shi. He, who had a lot of experience eating at various restaurants, thought he could provide more delicious food for a good price. Always pursuing new flavors, wondering what tastes he can create by combining different foods and ingredients; he can imagine the result before he makes the dish. With the exquisite harmony born from his endlessly expanding ideas for both Japanese and Western cuisine, he gives cooking his all every day to make customers happy. 

He magnificently transformed from a salary man to a chef. He is an eel professional with great skills acquired through his training.

He was born in Aichi in 1975. He worked part-time at [Hitsumabuchi Bincho Main branch] for 3 years when he was an university student and that experience made him realize the interesting aspects of cooking. After graduating university, he started off working as a businessman but he changed the job as he wanted to learn cooking. He started his training at [Hitsumabuchi Bincho Main branch]. In 2012, he moved to Tokyo when he transferred to Soramachi branch which was opening. In December 2018, He became a head chef/manager of [Hitsumabushi Nagoya Bincho Maru Bldg. branch] at the opening and has been demonstrating his skills since.

An authentic chef challenged "Japanese hospitality."

Mr. Singn was born in 1980 in India. Came to Japan after a 15-year career as a chef in India. After working in Indian restaurants in Japan for 3 years, he joined DIPWAY JAPAN Co., Ltd. He is currently the chef at Dippalace Mita Branch. While many foreign staff members work at Dip Palace, the restaurant emphasizes "Japanese hospitality. He is always conscious of taking the lead from the staff's side by reading the guests' thoughts and feelings. The entire team is working together to create a comfortable restaurant.

A passionate artisan who has dedicated himself to Japanese cuisine and was devoted to making dreams come true.

Mr. Somei was born in 1965 in Fukuoka. Having been moved by a drama he saw in his school days, in which a mischievous child rose to the position of head chef, he longed to become a chef himself. With those passionate thoughts in mind, he dived headfirst into the world of food after graduating high school. He worked at Japanese restaurants for 15 years, and sushi restaurants for 17 years. He has continued to tirelessly refine his skills to the present day in areas that see many customers with refined tastes, such as Kioicho, Roppongi, and Nishiazabu.

Mr. Kan started out with an invitation from his uncle and honed his skills in the world of Japanese cuisine.

Mr. Kan was born in Kanagawa prefecture in 1963. He joined the culinary industry after being encouraged to do so by his uncle, who was a chef specializing in Japanese cuisine. He joined "International Hotel Ube" in Yamaguchi prefecture and began making a name for himself. After honing his craft at "International Hotel Ube" for four years, he moved to Tokyo. He diligently studied Japanese cuisine of different styles, ranging from Japanese cuisine in Japanese-style restaurants to Japanese cuisine served in hotels. After working at "Hyatt Regency Tokyo" and also "Kappo Bandai", which was located in Kanda, he was appointed the head chef of "Kyobashi Basara" in September 2022.

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.

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]. 

A sincere chef finally goes independent after many years of training.

Mr. Koji Nagata was born in 1955 in Yamanashi Prefecture. After graduating from high school, he went to Tokyo to enter [Unomaru Main branch] and started sushi training on a full scale. For some reason, he once left the cooking field and took a different job, but he could not forget the enjoyable moments of cooking and came back to [Unomaru Main branch] 5 years later. There, he improved his skills while dreaming of being independent. In a while his master recognized his efforts and allowed him to open a branch, and opened [Kanda Unomaru] in 1992. His sincere attitude is highly received by many of his regular customers.