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Teppanyaki VUE MER

鉄板焼 ビュメール

  • Hakodate, Hokkaido
  • Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / French / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)

五十嵐 彬Akira Igarashi

Acquainted with cooking since childhood, Chef Igarashi naturally set his sights on the culinary path.

Born in 1989 in Aomori Prefecture. After learning to cook by helping his mother, Chef Igarashi decided to become a chef around the time he was in middle school. He studied cooking at Chori Seika Vocational School Attached to Hakodate Junior College. After graduation, he worked at Hakodate Central Hospital and then began employment at Hakodate Kokusai Hotel in March 2009. He currently serves as Sous-Chef at VUE MER at the hotel, where he endeavors each day to serve delicious meals to his customers.

五十嵐 彬Akira Igarashi

San Bettei Kitashinchi Branch

燦別邸 北新地店

  • Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
  • Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

井上 学Manabu Inoue

Mr. Inoue values the relationships and bonds with people in his life.

Learning the importance of connection with others through baseball, he entered the food and beverage industry at 18. It was 19 years ago that he first met the owner of San Bettei. Due to the company's rapid growth, which started as a Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) restaurant, he was separated from the owner and left the company. He studied service in Italian and French restaurants, then worked in construction and as an executive at a ramen restaurant. However, he could not forget the owner whom he respected and connected with him via SNS. When San Bettei from Onna-son, Okinawa, was opening in Kitashinchi, he joined the restaurant as a manager, realizing his wish to work with the owner.

井上 学Manabu Inoue

TOKYO FISHERMAN'S WHARF ~UOHIDE~ Shibuya Udagawa Branch

TOKYO FISHERMAN'S WHARF  魚秀~UOHIDE~渋谷宇田川店

  • Shibuya Center-Gai/Koen-Dori, Tokyo
  • Japanese,Japanese

中井 信之Nobuyuki Nakai

After 20 years, Mr. Nakai teamed up with his senior apprentice.

He was born in June 1978 in Kyoto. Started cooking at the age of 17, and after experiencing independence once in 2005, he worked as a head chef at various restaurants. In 2021, he joined KayaGroup at the invitation of the current vice president, Mr. Omata, who was his senior apprentice when he entered the culinary world. They reunite in new circumstances after 20 years and work together for the company on the master and disciple relationship. He loves his wife, incidentally, so he is nicknamed the "wife-loving manager." 

中井 信之Nobuyuki Nakai

FUJIWARA STEAK HOUSE

FUJIWARA STEAK HOUSE

  • Kumamoto, Kumamoto
  • Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak

山口 豊Yutaka Yamaguchi

Mr. Yamaguchi cherishes Japanese food culture and offers dishes to please his guests.

He was born in 1970 in Kumamoto. After graduating from high school, he began working as a hotelier. He worked as a bartender and a waiter in a restaurant. He became interested in cooking and started training as a chef. He worked in various restaurants, such as Japanese, Italian, and Japanese-style pubs. In 2023, he was involved in the opening of the current FUJIWARA STEAK HOUSE and was appointed as head chef. 

山口 豊Yutaka Yamaguchi

Gion Kitagawa Hanbee

祇園 北川半兵衞

  • Gion, Kyoto
  • Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Others / Japanese Tea

山形 陽Yo Yamagata

Mr. Yamagata, who has experience in customer service in eastern and western Japan, now supports Japan's fascinating food culture experience.

After working as a service person at a sushi restaurant in Tokyo and a bar in Ginza, he moved his career to Kyoto. Then, he worked in a bar in Kyoto and managed an entertainment facility. He has been working at Gion Kitagawa Hanbee since its opening in 2018. As a manager, he supports guests' fascinating food culture experience.

山形 陽Yo Yamagata

Kushitei Shibuya Stream

串亭 渋谷ストリーム

  • Shibuya South Exit, Tokyo
  • Kushiage/Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers),Japanese / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

赤石 雄Yu Akaishi

Since school age, Mr. Akaishi has set out for a career in the culinary world.

After studying Japanese and Kyoto cuisine, he joined Real Taste Corporation from Kappo Cuisine. He has been working with his skills to make the customers' time at the counter more important. After serving as the head chef of another new restaurant, he became general chef of Kushitei. He is committed to seasonal ingredients and continues to discover new ways to use these ingredients by combining 100 percent sunflower oil with his special breadcrumbs.

赤石 雄Yu Akaishi

Miyazaki Beef Yakiniku Matsushin

宮崎牛焼肉 松心

  • Higashi-Dori/Doyama, Osaka
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

松尾 利章Toshiaki Matsuo

With skill and taste cultivated in the world of Japanese food, Mr. Matsuo brings out the appeal of Miyazaki beef.

Mr. Matsuo is a native of Toyonaka in Osaka. After graduating from a cooking school, he trained in Japanese cooking at traditional Japanese restaurants, ryokan inns and high-class Japanese restaurants. He polished his skills in Japanese food for 20 years and, at the same time, cultivated his eye for inspecting ingredients. After working in the dining industry, he opened his own Japanese restaurant in Nakatsu. In the 8th year of his career, he encountered Miyazaki beef and fell in love with its high-quality meat and flavors. Because of this, he determined to open his own Miyazaki beef restaurant Matsushin in 2020. From his experiences when he was young, he was passionate about providing really delicious and inexpensive food that he wanted customers to eat. So with his restaurant, he provides Miyazaki beef he carefully selected at reasonable prices. 

松尾 利章Toshiaki Matsuo

Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch

京都スタンドきよきよ三条神泉店

  • Shijo Omiya, Kyoto
  • Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake

小野 陽平Yohei Ono

Mr. Ono puts passion into each dish, providing heartwarming cuisine to visitors.

He was born in 1989. His mother's cooking was delicious, so he became interested in cooking at an early age. To learn the basics of cooking, he trained at a renowned Japanese restaurant and mastered traditional Japanese cooking techniques, especially obanzai. In July 2018, he opened Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Kiyamachi Main Branch, which has grown to become a popular bar with locals and tourists. Then, in April 2024, he opened a new Sanjo Shinsen Branch and continues to take on further challenges.

小野 陽平Yohei Ono

Karen Kagoshima Branch

華蓮鹿児島店

  • Tenmonkan/Bayside, Kagoshima
  • Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / General

山下 竜吾Ryugo Yamashita

Mr. Ryugo Tamashita brings delicious ingredients from Kagoshima to his guests' table.

He was born in 1976 in Kagoshima Prefecture. He's always been interested in cooking ever since he was little, and as years went by, his love for food increased. After graduating from high school, he was hired by A-Coop Kagoshima Inc. Then, he decided to become a chef and joined [Shoku no Oasis Zino], which is directly managed by the JA Kagoshima Prefectural Economic Foundation of Agricultural Cooperatives, to polish his skills. In 2017, he moved to [Karen Kagoshima Branch] managed by the same foundation. He is working in the kitchen every day with the sole purpose of bringing to his customers' table all the delicious ingredients from Kagoshima making the most of their flavor.

山下 竜吾Ryugo Yamashita

Minami Shinjuku Wagyu Yakiniku Kei

南新宿 和牛焼肉 慶

  • Shinjuku Station South Exit/Yoyogi, Tokyo
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Korean / Wine

佐藤 英樹Hideki Sato

Carefully selected ingredients and the chef's passion create ultimate deliciousness.

Mr. Sato was born in 1970 in Kanagawa. Following his uncle's recommendation, he pursued a culinary career and trained at Kannaien. After that, he further honed his skills at Ushimatsu and Shokudoen. Currently, he provides his original taste at his own restaurant. Considering health aspects, he carefully chooses good ingredients for the body and is thoroughly committed to the taste. And he prepares each dish with heartfelt sincerity. The dishes captivate the hearts of those who visit and deliver happiness. You are invited to visit and savor the exceptional taste.

佐藤 英樹Hideki Sato

Kochu no Tenchi

壺中の天地

  • Oita, Oita
  • Creative,Sosaku (creative) / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

甲斐Kai

Using the high expectations and hopes of those around him as a source of motivation, he forges his own path

He was born in Oita Prefecture in 1970. His parents ran a “fugu (blowfish) restaurant and Japanese restaurant” and he grew up in a family of dyed-in-the-wool chefs. As he was raised in constant contact with the culinary world and delicious food from early on, he was naturally aware of the fact that he too would become a chef. After graduating from university, he studied mainly fugu and Japanese dishes, then, in his 30s, sought to make a further leap in his development and gave Western cuisine a try. His insatiably curious mind, which did not stop at Japanese cuisine, continues to create new and spirited dishes.

甲斐Kai

Fujino

藤乃

  • Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
  • Japanese,Japanese / Soba (noodles) / Nabe (hot pot) / Duck

門野 倫也Michiya Kadono

The Chef's Recommendations

From part-time work during high school, Mr. Kadono chose the path of living on his own skills.

He was born in 1973 in Hyogo. He gained experience in the food and beverage industry through a part-time job during high school. Despite working as a salaried employee at a major corporation, he aspired to work independently with his skills, leading to his decision to leave the company. He was fortunate to have good colleagues and trained in Western cuisine, Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, and handmade soba noodles. Through this journey, he came across the owner of Fujino, and has been serving as the head chef since 2014. With a desire to expand his culinary expertise, he learned handmade soba, and he makes sure to create menus that utilize his many experiences.

門野 倫也Michiya Kadono

Wafuchuka Shoryutei

和風中華 招龍亭

  • Teramachi/Arimatsu, Ishikawa
  • Chinese,Chinese / General / Chinese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Chinese Yakuzen (medicinal cooking)

池田 和幸Kazuyuki Ikeda

The Chef's Recommendations

Watching his parents, Kazuyuki Ikeda made up his mind to become a cook of Chinese cuisine

Born November 19th, 1974, a native of Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. Since his parents were also Chinese food cooks, Kazuyuki Ikeda grew up being naturally acquainted with food since a young age. He liked all of the food that his parents made and felt that he wanted to make the same kind of food too. At the age of 20, his official training began in Kanazawa. He went around about four restaurants and went on to learn all about seasoning, working with ingredients, and more. He joined Wafuchuka Shoryoten in 2008. This head chef comes up with menu items that include a wealth of local seafood.

池田 和幸Kazuyuki Ikeda

foujita

foujita

  • Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
  • Italian,Italian/French / Soba (noodles) / General / Nabe (hot pot)

門野 倫也Michiya Kadono

The Chef's Recommendations

Mr. Kadono chose a way to work with her own skills through his experience with a part-time job in high school.

He was born in April 1973 in Hyogo. Experienced in the food and beverage industry as a part-time job in high school. He had been a salaried employee of a large company but quit because he wanted to work with his own skills. Having good seniors, he trained and studied Western cuisine, Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, and handmade soba (buckwheat noodles). Since 2014, he has been the head chef of the affiliated restaurant Fujino. Currently, he is also the head chef of foujita. While utilizing his French experience, he opens up new Japanese and Western cuisine.

門野 倫也Michiya Kadono

Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC Odaiba

Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC お台場

  • Odaiba, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Pizza

Unagi-ka Shibafuku-ya

うなぎ家 しば福や

  • Nagoya Station, Aichi
  • Japanese,Japanese / Unagi (eel) / Donburi (rice bowl) / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl)

柴田 哲滝Satoru Shibata

He went from observing his father who was farming eel, to entering the cooking field.

He was born in 1972 in Aichi prefecture. Observing his father who was an eel farmer, he was fascinated with eels and eel cuisine. Though he worked once as a foreman in the construction industry, he left the industry to start training as a chef in 2003 at [Sumiyaki Unafuji] in Nagoya. After working as its master chef and manager, he went independent and finally opened [Unagi-ka Shibafuku-ya]. 

柴田 哲滝Satoru Shibata

Ninja Yakiniku

忍者焼肉

  • Asakusa, Tokyo
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak

松本 慎也Shinya Matsumoto

A chef who uses his wealth of knowledge and experience to deliver an experience that shocks the senses.

Mr. Matsumoto was born in 1970 in Kanagawa. At the age of 18, he joined a major restaurant chain. After working there for ten years, he became involved in the sixth industry, which covers a wide range of activities from production to sales. His work at the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Wholesale Market has deepened his knowledge and understanding of meat. By chance, he started working at Ninja Yakiniku in July 2024. He cuts meat based on his experience. "It's a matter of course that it tastes good. I want to impress my guests," he says, revealing his passion for the food and the restaurant.

松本 慎也Shinya Matsumoto

Tenma Sakaba Sushikin

天満酒場 すし金

  • Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
  • Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Oden

竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi

Mr. Takechi provides many people a happy time with "deliciousness" created by his skills.

He was born in 1986 in Osaka. With a desire to please others, he decided to pursue a career in the culinary field, obtaining a cooking license while still in high school. His first job after culinary school was Italian, which is the opposite of sushi. After that, he experienced different types of food to learn more about different cuisines. He felt sushi was the simplest way to enjoy food, so he now works as a sushi chef.

竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi

Mizutaki Zenzai

水炊き 善哉

  • Hirao/Kiyokawa, Fukuoka
  • Mizutaki (chicken hot pot),Japanese / General / Nabe (hot pot) / Mizutaki (chicken hot pot)

山下 展史Hiroshi Yamashita

Mr. Yamashita is passionate about creating dishes that bring a smile to people's faces from the bottom of their hearts.

He was born in 1984 in Miyazaki. He decided to become a chef because he was happy to see people smiling and saying that his food was delicious. Since then, he has gained experience at various restaurants and met many people. In 2023, his skills were recognized, and he joined his current company, where he has worked as a chef at Mizutaki Zenzai ever since.

山下 展史Hiroshi Yamashita

Sennaritei Kyara

せんなり亭 伽羅

  • Hikone/Taga/Aisho, Shiga
  • Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese

久木 修次Shuji Hisaki

Pursuing dishes that incorporate Omi beef into Japanese cuisine. 

Since 1980, Mr. Hisaki has worked in hotels and sushi restaurants, honing his skills in Japanese cuisine. He joined the Omi beef specialty restaurant Sennaritei in 2003. He continuously researches and serves dishes featuring Omi beef, from appetizers to main courses. 

久木 修次Shuji Hisaki

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