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Ajisai Shin
あじ彩 真
- Okayama Station, Okayama
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / General / Umeshu (plum wine)
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野上 真NOGAMI MAKOTO
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His role as a chef was passed down by his father
Our chef Mr. Nogami's father owned a restaurant that served udon and tempura. He tells us that back then, he had his sight set on running his own cafe some day. He worked as the head chef at a traditional Japanese restaurant for six years before returning to his roots to work another two and a half years as a chef. Ajisai Shin is the first establishment he has ever opened on his own. Here he wants his diners to be able to taste authentic Japanese cuisine in a casual and welcoming atmosphere.
野上 真NOGAMI MAKOTO
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Ristorante QUINTOCANTO
Ristorante QUINTOCANTO
- Nakanoshima, Osaka
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta
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弓削 啓太YUGE KEITA
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He moves even before he thinks. That kind of energy once brought him to the national stage in high school baseball, and now it's landed him in a famous restaurant
Born in 1989 in Saga prefecture. His sole passion through high school was baseball, and he even played in the national championships. After high school graduation he attended a culinary school in Vancouver, where he'd spent some time studying languages. After returning to Japan, he worked at Chez Inno, where he was in charge of sales, cooking, and desserts. To hone his skills even further, he traveled to Paris. Upon returning to Japan again, he worked at the SALONE2007 chain restaurant IL TEATRINO DA SALONE as sous chef, then as chef here at QUINTOCANTO.
弓削 啓太YUGE KEITA
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Pizzeria Bar ARICCIA
ピッツェリア バール アリッチャ
- Yomitan/Chatan, Okinawa
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Pasta
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Thomas PuglieseThomas Pugliese
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He loved the local cuisine cooked by his mother.
He was born in 1982 in Italy. He got interested in cooking as he liked the local cuisine cooked by his mother in Italy when he was a child. After graduating from school, he improved his cooking skills at a restaurant in Italy, then came to Japan in 2007. He encountered the owner of the current restaurant while accumulating experience at a renowned Italian restaurant in Tokyo. In 2015, he made a decision to open a new restaurant with the owner and opened [Pizzeria Bar ARICCIA].
Thomas PuglieseThomas Pugliese
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Yamaji Yosuke
山地陽介
- Gion, Kyoto
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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山地 陽介Yosuke Yamaji
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A young and talented chef trained by top culinary elites like Ducasse and Bocuse.
Born in Osaka in 1977, Mr. Yamaji left for France in 2001 and graduated from Paul Bocuse's culinary institute. From there he went to train further at Alain Ducasse and Astrance. After that he returned home to work at Beige Alain Ducasse and Benoit Tokyo for a brief time before going back to France to serve as the executive chef and maintain the kitchen at Hotel Le Royal Lyon. He also served as an associate executive chef at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon Etoile, before moving on to work as an executive chef at L'Office Paris. After that he returned home and opened Yamaji Yosuke in June of 2015.
山地 陽介Yosuke Yamaji
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Toriyaki Hajime
とり焼 一
- Suidobashi, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken / Oyakodon (chicken and egg bowl)
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上山 和巳Kazumi Kamiyama
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Mr. Kamiyama is a chef who serves skewers individually with care for customers.
He was born in Saitama. With an interest in the restaurant business and having been exposed to the depth and enjoyment of the industry through part-time work, he began his career as a chef. He decided to pursue a career as a skewer chef and has been honing his culinary skills, intending to become an authentic chef. Currently, he is a chef at Toriyaki Hajime. Using carefully selected ingredients, he cooks them in a way that brings out the best of each part. Once you taste the hot yakitori, you will be impressed by the spread of deliciousness. He continues to provide customers with pleasant experiences.
上山 和巳Kazumi Kamiyama
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Umaya JR Hakata City Branch
うまやJR博多シティ店
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Chicken
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?田 真太Shinta Takata
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He entered the restaurant field with no knowledge, but it has become his true vocation without knowing.
He was born in 1975 in Nagasaki prefecture. After working at [Teraoka] which is an old-established traditional Japanese restaurant, and [Choei Sushi] in Hakata, he became the master chef at [Umaya JR HAKATA CITY branch] in 2011. When he graduated from school, he did not know what he wanted to do and entered the restaurant field through the introduction of his acquaintance. He improved his original good cooking sense in the fields of Japanese cuisine and sushi and has actively worked for many years. Now he enjoy his life as a chef and this restaurant job along with his interest for enjoying sake.
?田 真太Shinta Takata
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Taishuizakaya Nichibei
大衆居酒屋日米
- Kushiro, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Robatayaki (coal grilling)
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寺嶋 功悦Terashima
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A penchant for cooking during his elementary school years sparked Terashima's desire to become a professional chef.
Hailing from Hokkaido, Terashima had an interest in food even when he was still in elementary school, and could frequently be found trying out new recipes in the kitchen. In 1992, he opened his own bar, where he was enthusiastic about not only his drinks menu, but also his food menu. After 21 years of managing the bar, he decided to try something new and reopened the bar as Taishuizakaya Nichibei on November 12th, 2014. Terashima's vision for his restaurant is that it will be a place where customers can relax, no matter who they are or what kind of background they have, much like the places he used to visit in Shitamachi in Tokyo, where he lived in his younger years.
寺嶋 功悦Terashima
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Torisen Ippo
鳥専一保
- Tenmonkan/Bayside, Kagoshima
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Chicken
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服部 亨Toru Hattori
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After a childhood spent at his mother's food stall, continuing her legacy was a natural choice
Born on March 2nd, 1948 in Kagoshima, he had a natural inclination to cook that stemmed from his experiences watching his mother manage a food stall that served karaage (deep-fried food) and onigiri (rice balls). With these formative experiences, he went on to open his current restaurant as a way to expand upon his mother's business. Although he is a veteran chef with over forty years of professional cooking experience, he has a surprisingly easy going personality that customers adore. And, to add yet another surprise, his menu offers a wide range of great food and alcohol pairings, despite the fact he never drinks a drop of alcohol himself.
服部 亨Toru Hattori
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Sushi Urayama Main branch
鮨うら山 本店
- Sakae, Aichi
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)
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小山 和隆Kazutaka Koyama
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Mr. Koyama wishes for many people to taste the deliciousness of Hokuriku sushi (sushi developed in the Hokuriku region).
He was born in 1975. He welcomes guests every day, hoping that many people taste the deliciousness of Hokuriku sushi. He is leading busy days to ensure guests can enjoy the seasonal flavors of the Hokuriku region.
小山 和隆Kazutaka Koyama
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Gotemba Restaurant Kuishinbogomi
御殿場レストラン くいしんぼ五味
- Gotenba/Susono, Shizuoka
- Creative,Sosaku (creative) / General / French / Italian
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五味 正博Masahiro Gomi
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The influence of his father, who worked in the food industry, led him to become a chef
He was born in Tokyo on October 25th, 1956. When he was a child, his bread factory manager father told him, "You never miss a meal if you work in a job related to food." This prompted him to take an interest in food-related jobs. He decided to try and become a chef because he liked eating and cooking. He built up experience by working at restaurants and hotels in Odawara, Hakone, and Kariya. He set up Gotemba Restaurant Kuishinbogomi in 1996, where he displays his talents as chef-owner.
五味 正博Masahiro Gomi
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Sushidokoro Yamamoto
鮨処 やま本
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / General
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横田 駿Suguru Yokota
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Offering heartwarming hospitality with passion and skill, Mr. Yokota is a sushi chef aiming for the world.
He was born in 1995 in Osaka. Originally a rugby player, he met Sushidokoro Yamamoto's owner when he dreamed of living abroad. Fascinated by the words, "A sushi chef can work anywhere in the world," he became an apprentice in 2019. Steadily and diligently, he continues to hone his skills and never compromises, even in customer service. To see the glowing smiles of the guests in front of him, he sincerely cares for each one of them, providing courteous hospitality every day.
横田 駿Suguru Yokota
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Steak and Hamburg Steak Outburst & Ponta
ステーキとハンバーグの店 Outburst & Ponta
- Nasu, Tochigi
- General,Western / Hamburger Steak / Steak / Wine
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石水 久美子Kumiko Ishimizu
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Taste exquisite dishes featuring the unique natural bounties of Nasu
Born January 1979 in Tokyo. Awakened to the fun of cooking through a part-time job at a restaurant when he was a student, and dropped out of college to pursue professional cooking. Initially polished skills at Obanzai(Kyoto style side dish) Restaurant in Tokyo, and after moving here to Nasu, has engaged in creative Japanese and Western dishes. Continues to provide the unique flavors of Nasu, which is blessed with many food sources, every day.
石水 久美子Kumiko Ishimizu
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Fujiwara
ふじ原
- Shin-Sakae/Higashisakura/Izumi, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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藤原 光章Mitsuaki Fujiwara
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Became interested in the world of cooking through a desire to delight others.
Born in December 1969 in Aichi prefecture, Mr. Fujiwara loved making others happy, and so decided to become a chef to bring joy to people with cooking. After graduating, he trained for 16 years at the Japanese restaurant Sakuichi in Osaka. In 2004, he opened his own store, Fujiwara, and became the owner and chef. In 2016, the restaurant moved to a new location and went through a renewal. He still continues to work diligently so as not to bring shame to Sakuichi, which was where he learned everything and which still is at the core of his cooking.
藤原 光章Mitsuaki Fujiwara
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Himeji Sushi-Ichi
姫路 すし一 （スシイチ）
- Himeji, Hyogo
- Japanese,Japanese / Sushi / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Fugu (blowfish)
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久宗 隆一Ryuichi Hisamune
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A chef who is passionate about the flavor of ingredients
Chef Hisamune was born in Himeji on January 22nd, 1975. He was born into his current position as a second generation chef at Himeji Sushi-Ichi. He was raised looking over his father's shoulder as he worked. His parents' home was in Yamasakicho, Shiso, a town in Hyogo Prefecture surrounded by mountains and rivers, where he was in close touch with nature. That experience influenced him to strive to use techniques that highlight, rather than mask, the essential flavors of his ingredients. After graduating from university, he learned at restaurants in Kyoto, Kobe, and elsewhere before returning to his family restaurant, where he continues to work diligently to build upon his 20 years of experience to become an even better chef.
久宗 隆一Ryuichi Hisamune
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Les enfants gates
レザンファンギャテ Les enfants gates
- Daikanyama, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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松澤 直紀MATSUZAWA NAOKI
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A Chef Who Pursues New Tastes While Respecting Basic Skills
After graduating from vocational college, Chef Matsuzawa (born 1970) started working at a restaurant in Tokyo, where he was exposed to the French culinary world. Since then, he has been committed to French cuisine all his career. Widely viewed as a talented cook, he never forgets the spirit of innovation, saying "A starred restaurant's mission is to always pursue new tastes in addition to existing ones." His style is to bring out each ingredient's intrinsic tastes as much as possible, by combining the right ingredients and using simple cooking methods that do not alter the ingredients too much.
松澤 直紀MATSUZAWA NAOKI
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Hakata Udon Sakaba Wappachi
博多うどん酒場 和八 わっぱち
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Japanese,Japanese / Udon (noodles) / Curry Udon (noodles)
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出光 良二Ryoji Idemitsu
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He works hard everyday to be a chef who can make people smile
He was born in 1982 in Fukuoka Prefecture. He liked communicating with people since he was a student, and decided to enter the restaurant field. While seeing many people's smile, he started wanting to offer savory dishes that will make people smile, and decided to be a professional chef. He is currently actively working at [Hakata Udon Sakaba Wappachi]. People's smile made him want to become a chef. Now he makes efforts everyday to be a chef who can make people smile.
出光 良二Ryoji Idemitsu
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Trattoria & Pizzeria BEATO
トラットリア＆ピッツェリア BEATO
- Tanimachi/Tanimachi-yonchome, Osaka
- Italian,Italian/French / Pasta / Neapolitan Pizza / Wine
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田中 洋光Hiromitsu Tanaka
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He wants to shape his way of thinking to fill the trattoria.
He wanted to open a trattoria to give shape to his ideal hospitality, while building his career as an Italian chef. In October 2010, he opened [Trattoria & Pizzeria BEATO] with a space in the image of an authentic classic trattoria in Italy, where they serve authentic Italian dishes. Currently he is offering dishes made with the ingredients imported directly from Italy, vegetables and fish carefully-selected by himself, and high-grade meat at a sophisticated space.
田中 洋光Hiromitsu Tanaka
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Ningyocho Imahan
人形町 今半
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Steak
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松尾 裕二Yuji Matsuo
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He offers exquisite dishes to color the special moments of the guests.
He was born in 1977 in Fukuoka prefecture. In his teens, he entered the cooking field to be a chef and learned the techniques for giving service to the guests at [Ningyocho Imahan]. Currently, he is actively working as the master chef at the KOOTEN branch in JR HAKATA AMU PLAZA. This restaurant is popular not only for business purposes but also for special occasions such as family anniversaries and dates. He offers special moments to the guests with elegant, exquisite dishes using seasonal ingredients.
松尾 裕二Yuji Matsuo
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Kaisen Teppan Izakaya Aichi
海鮮鉄板居酒屋 あいち
- Higashi-Dori/Doyama, Osaka
- Seafood,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / General
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門田 隆行Takayuki Kadota
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Mr. Kadota wants to deliver inspiring Japanese delicacies for the shining smiles of his guests.
He was born in 1980 in Kagoshima and is the representative Director of Kaisen Teppan Izakaya Aichi. After graduating from high school, he chose to become a chef and honed his skills in Osaka. Later, he was involved in the establishment of the restaurant by chance. Since its opening in December 2022, he has been serving fresh and delicious tuna dishes to many people. For the smiles of visitors, he cooks and actively communicates with guests. With a bright smile, he delivers the delicious seafood Japan has nurtured.
門田 隆行Takayuki Kadota
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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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