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Restaurant BudoonoMori Les Tonnelles
レストランぶどうの森 レ・トネル
- Uchinada/Kanaiwa, Ishikawa
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine / Soup
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Marco SantoscoyMarco Santoscoy
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Mr. Santoscoy pursues a new French cuisine style by weaving his ideas into Japanese ingredients.
He was born in 1992 in Guanajuato, Mexico. After studying the basics of French and other cuisines in Argentina, he moved to the United States. While gaining experience at Napa Valley and Scottsdale restaurants, he became familiar with traditional Japanese crafts such as Japanese kitchen knives and Noh masks. In 2016, he moved to Japan because he wanted to "see Japan with his own eyes, where many things he feels his sensitivity sympathizes with." Enchanted by abundant food, beautiful nature, and warm-hearted people, he relocated to Ishikawa.
Marco SantoscoyMarco Santoscoy
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KAKA
華々-KAKA-
- Hamamatsu Station, Shizuoka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Local Sake
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渡瀬 正之Masayuki Watase
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Mr. Watase fascinates his guests with a wide variety of Japanese and Western dishes produced by his extensive experience in Japanese cuisine and sushi.
He was born in 1974 in Shizuoka. The owner of KAKA. Through the experience of enjoying seasonal vegetables and sake, he felt the great pleasure of dining out and entered the culinary field. After training at a Japanese restaurant in Hamamatsu City, he gained experience at a Sushi restaurant. After further honing his skills at a Sushi kappo restaurant, he worked as the head chef at Enshu Hamanoya, a Japanese restaurant in Hamamatsu Station. In 2009, he opened his current restaurant and became independent. In 2019, he relocated to Zaza City Hamamatsu to welcome a wider range of guests. In addition to local customers, he also entertains domestic and international travelers with seasonal delicacies.
渡瀬 正之Masayuki Watase
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Pizza Verde Matsumoto
Pizza Verde Matsumoto
- Matsumoto Station, Nagano
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Neapolitan Pizza
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五味 靖夫Yasuo Gomi
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All of the experiences Mr. Gomi went through with pizza have led him to where he is today.
He was born in 1968 in Nagano. Initially, he worked as a pizza delivery staff member. Still, he was impressed by Neapolitan pizza made by professional pizza chefs in Italy and decided to be a pizza chef. After training, he has become one of the world's most respected pizza chef. Later, he honed his skills at specialty stores in Japan and also experienced mobile sales to connect with the needs of different regions. In 2015, he opened Pizza Verde Matsumoto as the culmination of his work. His whole experience with pizza has led him to become who he is today.
五味 靖夫Yasuo Gomi
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Gyutan Shabu-shabu to Niku-nigiri Gen's
牛タンしゃぶしゃぶと肉握り源’s
- Nishiki-sanchome, Aichi
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Beer
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手島 大輝Daiki Teshima
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Pursuing the taste and deliciousness of dishes that satisfy the hearts of guests.
Mr. Teshima was born in 1996 in Aichi. He chose the chef's path because he liked cooking. After graduating from a cooking school, he started training at a Chinese restaurant, Ishin-go, in Tokyo. In 2019, he joined Gen's after receiving an offer from its manager. As he gained experience, he steadily honed his skills. Currently, he is the head chef of the restaurant.
手島 大輝Daiki Teshima
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Unagi Ryori Sandaime Unatou Nakagawa Main Branch
うなぎ料理三代目うな東 中川本店 昭和四十四年創業
- Kanayama/Atsuta-ku/Nakagawa-ku, Aichi
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake
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三浦 星一Seiichi Miura
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Continuing to uphold the commitment to eels inherited from his predecessor
Born in Aichi Prefecture in 1974, Mr.Miura grew up watching the back of his father, who was a fish dealer in their family business. He took a job in general administration but could not give up his path to becoming a fish cook and quit. In 2001, he honed his skills at a Japanese restaurant focused on fish dishes, and made up his mind to fulfil his childhood dream of becoming an eel shop. For twenty years as the grill master of the predecessor "Una Higashi", he mastered the traditional grilling and taste, and he is organizing the store as the chef and manager of Unagi Ryori Sandaime Unatou Nakagawa Main Branch.
三浦 星一Seiichi Miura
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Beef Cutlet Restaurant Kou Shu Ya
牛かつ専門店 甲州家
- Kawaguchi Lake/Fuji Yoshida/Yamanaka Lake, Yamanashi
- Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet),Japanese / General / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) / Japanese Beef Steak
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和智 まみMami Wachi
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Welcoming guests from Japan and abroad warmly at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
Ms. Wachi is the manager of Kou Shu Ya. As the area is a popular tourist destination for many guests from overseas, the restaurant responds to a wide range of guests by introducing multiple languages to the menu list while respecting the Japanese style, such as Japanese-style costumes. She warmly welcomes the many guests visiting the foot of Mt. Fuji, beyond the barriers of language and culture.
和智 まみMami Wachi
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Amiyakitei Higashi-betsuin Branch
あみやき亭 東別院店
- Kanayama/Atsuta-ku/Nakagawa-ku, Aichi
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Bibimbap
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中根 茂樹Shigeki Nakane
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Aiming to be the best in the area in customer service and to be a friendly restaurant.
Mr. Nakane was born in 1989 in Shiga. Born and raised in Otsu City, the capital of Shiga, renowned for Japan's largest lake. He moved to Nagoya at 30 and gained experience in sales positions, acquiring the ability to sell products effectively. To make the most of such experience, he changed careers in the restaurant industry and joined the famous local restaurant Amiyakitei. After working as a manager at several locations, he became the manager of Higashi-betsuin branch in October 2022. He aims to have the best customer service in the area and to be the friendliest restaurant.
中根 茂樹Shigeki Nakane
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Sumiyaki Hitsumabushi Unagi Munagi
炭焼ひつまぶし鰻 むなぎ（武奈伎）
- Sakae, Aichi
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Local Japanese Cuisine
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三浦 星一Seiichi Miura
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Love, passion, and commitment to eel
With passion in his heart, Mr.Miura has honed his skills at a long-established eel restaurant, a sister store, for over 25 years. His grilling technique and commitment are for preserving the traditional taste that transcends time. To bring the eel to its best state, each day is cherished and grilled with heart.
三浦 星一Seiichi Miura
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Maruya Honten Chubu Centrair International Airport Branch
まるや本店 中部国際空港店
- Tokoname/Chita, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl) / Unagi (eel) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto
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Ms. Sakamaoto is dedicated to cooking, constantly honing her skills, and pursuing the essence of Japanese cuisine.
From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and after graduating from high school, she joined Maruya Honten. While learning the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, she aimed to become an Unagi chef. She gained experience at most locations and became the head chef at the JR Nagoya Station branch. Leveraging her years of experience, she strives every day to further satisfy her guests.
坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto
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Z/X coffee Shinsakae Branch
Z/X coffee新栄店
- Shin-Sakae/Higashisakura/Izumi, Aichi
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Herb & Spice / Coffee / Cocktail
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永吉 将太Shota Nagayoshi
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Mr. Nagayoshi operates his cafe inspired by traveling abroad and meeting many people.
He is originally from Aichi and has spent much of his career in restaurants abroad. After gaining experience in various countries as a restaurant staff member, he returned to Japan and now manages Z/X Coffee Shinsakae Branch. His exposure to diverse cultures and lifestyles is reflected in creating a relaxed space where guests can enjoy themselves just as they are.
永吉 将太Shota Nagayoshi
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WAGYU YAKINIKU HYAKUMEIZAN Meieki Nishi Branch
和牛焼肉 百名山 名駅西店
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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井上 卓志Takuji Inoue
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Experienced as manager of a high-end teppanyaki restaurant overseas. Returning to the restaurant industry with a passion for customer service.
Mr. Inoue was born in 1971 in Hyogo. During his junior high school years, he met an English teacher who had spent a lot of time abroad, which triggered his yearning to live abroad. At 20, he started working at a high-end teppanyaki restaurant in Germany and became the manager at 23. After returning to Japan, he took on a sales position in the wine industry but couldn't forget the appeal of working in the restaurant industry. In 2007, he joined Amiyaki Tei Co., Ltd. and gained experience as a manager in various locations. In January 2024, he was appointed as the manager of the Meieki Nishi branch of WAGYU YAKINIKU HYAKUMEIZAN and continues to work there.
井上 卓志Takuji Inoue
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Amiyakitei Sakae Branch
あみやき亭 栄店
- Sakae, Aichi
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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都竹 明Akira Tsutake
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To have customers keep coming back to the restaurant.
Mr. Tsutake was born in 1971 in Aichi. After graduating high school, he worked in the manufacturing industry for two years. At age 20, he changed his career to the restaurant industry because he wanted to work interacting with people. He experienced the joys and difficulties of serving customers in the restaurant business. In 2010, he decided to join Amiyakitei after being impressed by its delicious food and customer service. In his fifth year with the company, he experienced the launch of a new restaurant. He was then appointed to a newly opened Sakae branch in 2020. Aiming to be a restaurant where even first-time customers can enjoy delicious food and service and say, "I'll definitely visit again."
都竹 明Akira Tsutake
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Bar KatsuHaru Karuizawa
Bar 勝治 -Bar KatsuHaru Karuizawa-
- Karuizawa, Nagano
- Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / Cocktail / Whisky / Spirits
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宮澤 英治Eiji Miyazawa
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Mr. Miyazawa offers a blissful cup of sake in an extraordinary, high-quality space where one can relax from the bottom of one's heart.
He was born in 1977 in Tokyo. He became fascinated with bartending at his part-time job as a college student and aspired to become a bartender. In 2003, he won the top prize in the Suntory Cocktail Award category, and in 2005 and 2007, he was a prize winner. In 2009, he won the Healing Cherry Cocktail Competition World Championship. Then, in 2010, he opened Bar Orchard Night in Awaji-cho, Kanda. In 2012, he established Orchard Night Inc. As of 2024, he manages 10 bars and is also working to promote non-alcoholic cocktails.
宮澤 英治Eiji Miyazawa
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Hikariya & yajimon
ひかりや＆yajimon
- Omicho Market, Ishikawa
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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石原 亨Toru Ishihara
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The global food culture Mr. Ishihara experienced as an athlete inspired him to pursue a food and beverage industry career.
He was born in 1972 in Ishikawa. Initially, he was a member of the Japanese national canoe freestyle team. While traveling around the world for about 20 years as an athlete, he enjoyed eating each country's cuisine. His turning point came in 2002 when he encountered Wiener Schnitzel (veal cutlet) in Austria. He decided to pursue a second career in the restaurant industry to convey the appeal of the dish in Japan. He currently demonstrates his culinary skills as both the owner and chef.
石原 亨Toru Ishihara
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Maruya Honten Meieki 3-chome Branch
まるや本店 名駅3丁目店
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl) / Unagi (eel)
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坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto
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Ms. Sakamoto has dedicated herself to honing her skills as a cook and continues to pursue the essence of Japanese cuisine.
She has loved cooking since she was a child and joined Maruya Honten upon graduation from high school. While learning the basics of Japanese cuisine, she made her way to becoming an eel chef. She has experience in most of the restaurant's branches and is now the head chef. With her many years of experience, she works daily to satisfy her guests further.
坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto
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Uohachi Hanare
魚八 はなれ
- Kanazawa Station, Ishikawa
- Oden,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Robatayaki (coal grilling) / Oden
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上野 憲謙Noriaki Ueno
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The commitment of a skilled chef produces dishes that will remain in the guests' hearts.
Mr. Ueno grew up with a mother who was good at cooking, and he enjoyed being in the kitchen from a young age. After graduating from culinary school, he spent two years in Japanese cuisine and eight years of training in Italian cuisine. Furthermore, having spent about eight years in charge of Western-style cuisine at a well-known hotel, he is a talented chef. Utilizing his background in Japanese and Western cuisine and his experience at the hotel, he strives to create dishes that highlight the natural taste of the ingredients. Currently, as the manager, he is in charge of the kitchen and continues to serve "truly delicious food" to the customers who visit the restaurant.
上野 憲謙Noriaki Ueno
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Kaisen Dokoro Fuji
海鮮処 ふじ
- Kawaguchi Lake/Fuji Yoshida/Yamanaka Lake, Yamanashi
- Kaisendon (seafood bowl),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Donburi (rice bowl)
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山田 楓Kaede Yamada
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Born and raised at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Mr. Yamada experienced from French cuisine in a three-star hotel to a casual izakaya pub.
He was born in 2003 in Yamanashi. Born and raised in Yamanakako Village at the foot of Mt. Fuji, he worked in a French restaurant in a three-star hotel for three years after graduating from high school. Since then, he has experienced not only high-end restaurants but also casual izakaya and has tried various genres of cuisine. Currently, he is a chef at Kaisen Dokoro Fuji.
山田 楓Kaede Yamada
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Sichuan Dentou Hinabe Shokukan Main Branch
四川伝統火鍋 蜀漢 本店
- Sakae, Aichi
- Szechuan,Chinese / General / Szechuan / Chinese Yakuzen (medicinal cooking)
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陳 明賢Mingxian Chen
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Hoping guests will enjoy the food and space and discover the traditions and culture of Sichuan.
Mr. Chen was born in Sichuan Province in China. Raised in the rich food culture of Sichuan, he came to Japan after gaining experience as a chef. At Sichuan Dentou Hinabe Shokukan, he charms many guests with cuisine that adds his unique and ingenious ideas to a base of expertise and skills cultivated in his hometown. Using select ingredients and authentic spices, he continues to pursue the depths of hotpot cuisine with an exquisite balance of spiciness and delicious flavors.
陳 明賢Mingxian Chen
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Oden Wajimafugu Nodoguro AMIYA
おでん 輪島ふぐ のどぐろ AMIYA
- Higashi Chaya District, Ishikawa
- Japanese,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Oden / Sake
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石田 寛Yutaka Ishida
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Wants many customers to know about gourmet food in Kanazawa.
Mr. Ishida entered the restaurant industry, hoping to "work in a job where relationships between people help him." He aims to move all the visitor's hearts through heartwarming service and delicious food. In April 2023, he opened AMIYA. Making full use of fresh ingredients from Wajima and Okunoto, he offers dishes such as "Kanazawa Oden" that bring out the best of the region's charms.
石田 寛Yutaka Ishida
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Yakiniku tabehodai Sumibi Kurobeko
焼肉食べ放題 炭火黒ベコ
- Hamamatsu , Shizuoka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Beer
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松尾 英幸Hideyuki Matsuo
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A self-taught mastery of the art of yakiniku. Mr. Matsuo is a chef who wins people's hearts with his personality and flavor.
He was born in 1982 in Shizuoka. At the age of 22, he jumped into the yakiniku industry with the desire to own his restaurant someday. With part-time work experience in high school, he taught himself to make his way in the yakiniku business and has steadily built a career. He constantly questions what customers want from a yakiniku restaurant and adapts flexibly to the changing times. His humility and honest work are the driving force behind gaining the trust and cooperation of many suppliers.
松尾 英幸Hideyuki Matsuo
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