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Manmamia Sapporo
まんまみーや札幌
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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上堀 義晴Yoshiharu Uebori
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Aiming to be a restaurant that customers love, Mr. Uebori continues to work on cooking and service every day.
Mr. Ueboroi was born in 1972. He has experience as a chef at various izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) in multiple regions, with Japanese food as his main genre. He joined Frontier One around 2000. He serves dishes to the guests at Manmamia Sapporo as a chef while managing the restaurant. Aiming for the restaurant to be loved by the guests, he focuses on cooking and service every day.
上堀 義晴Yoshiharu Uebori
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Kokusan Baniku Senmonten GAISENMON
国産馬肉専門店凱旋門
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Basashi (horse meat sashimi) / Horse Meat
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梶原 淳司Junji Kajiwara
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Mr. Kajiwara is an experienced chef who presents various dishes; he started his career in Japanese cuisine out of admiration.
He was born in 1978 in Oita. From a young age, he enjoyed cooking and strongly admired chefs. Began his culinary career at a local restaurant at the age of 18. Later, he moved to Kyoto for further studies at age 20, dedicating three years to honing his skills at a Japanese restaurant. Subsequently, he relocated to Osaka, working at Japanese and sushi establishments. In the summer of 2022, he joined And I company.
梶原 淳司Junji Kajiwara
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Sushi Renma
鮨練磨
- Matsuyama/Kume/Wakasa, Okinawa
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi
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宇江城 喜尊Yoshitaka Ueshiro
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To be involved in the culinary business, Mr. Ueshiro has honed his skills as an artisan.
Mr. Ueshiro was born in 1991 in Okinawa. Wishing to get involved in the culinary business, he started to take a path of Sushi and Japanese cuisine. He started his professional career at a restaurant, Teppen. Then, he gained more experience at Sushi Kawagoe, a famous Edomae Sushi Restaurant in Naha City. With a desire to further master the art of sushi, he joined Sushi Renma in 2020. He works as a Sushi head chef and keeps refining his skills.
宇江城 喜尊Yoshitaka Ueshiro
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Hamayakisakaba Torohachi Shibuya Branch
浜焼酒場 トロハチ 渋谷店
- Shibuya Center-Gai/Koen-Dori, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Local Japanese Cuisine / Sake
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西本 淳Atsushi Nishimoto
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Each dish is a work of art, so Mr. Nishimoto pays close attention to its appearance and puts his heart and soul into it.
He was born in 1976 in Yamaguchi. Born and raised in Yanai City, entered the food and beverage industry at 20. He gained experience at various restaurants, including ramen and Western-style restaurants. His brother asked him to join in opening an izakaya (Japanese pub) in Shibuya, Tokyo, which led him to enter Hamayakisakaba Torohachi. He enjoys the moment when guests are surprised. Aiming to create cuisine that is also pleasing to the eye, he carefully prepares each dish as a work of art with sincerity and care.
西本 淳Atsushi Nishimoto
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RHUBARBE
RHUBARBE
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- French,Italian/French
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山口 晃奈Akina Yamaguchi
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Wishing to make all people smile by delicious food
Joined into the world of cuisine, taking advantage of working in the Italian restaurant [the KAWABUN NAGOYA] in Nagoya and local wedding hall [bell un jour]. A chef of genuine gourmand who was traveling around the world while being a student of the university, eating delicious food in various places, started having an interest in eating. Putting an importance of going to the actual spot and getting knowledge by actually seeing the real world such as teaching cooking to students of junior high school at Saint Lucia in Caribbean Sea, having one year training at a bistro in Paris France.
山口 晃奈Akina Yamaguchi
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Sushikatsu
鮨勝
- Hanzomon/Kojimachi, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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池田 勝紀 Katsunori Ikeda
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Deeply ingrained in Mr. Ikeda's body is the artisan spirit of sushi.
He was born in 1972 in Tokyo. Sushikatsu was already open when he was born. Therefore, he grew up watching the backs of many sushi chefs, including his father, even before he could remember. Once he learned to handle a knife, he entered the kitchen, growing up to make sushi by 18. Since he started making sushi professionally, he and his father have been running the restaurant together. Since his birth, he has been dedicated to sushi.
池田 勝紀 Katsunori Ikeda
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Kobe Teppan Steak Iwasaki
神戸鉄板ステーキいわさき
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Wine
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岩? 誠Makoto Iwasaki
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Only a chef who is a meat expert with lots of experience can offer such excellent dishes.
Mr. Iwasaki was born in 1980 in Hyogo Prefecture. He has been studying at a teppanyaki restaurant in Kobe City since he was 18. He is currently the owner and chef of Kobe Teppan Steak Iwasaki. With his knowledge of meat gained in teppan cuisine since his teens, his reliable purchasing sources, and his skills as a chef, he creates precious moments for his guests.
岩? 誠Makoto Iwasaki
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Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao
鉄板焼肉ステーキ樹直
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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大塚 直樹Naoki Otsuka
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Bringing local flavors to the world. Mr. Otsuka's passion for meat produces the best Teppanyaki.
He was born in 1977 in Hyogo. He decided to pursue his career in the culinary field because he cooks part-time and has loved cooking since he was a student. Trained at local restaurants in Kobe. He developed a particular passion for meat dishes and dreamed of opening a steak restaurant. This dream came true in November 2023 when he opened Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao.
大塚 直樹Naoki Otsuka
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Mahoroba Teppan Shinsaibashi
mahoroba 鉄板 心斎橋
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / French
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和田 征二 Seiji Wada
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Mr. Wada is a head chef who came to Teppanyaki from France, fascinating guests with his brilliant techniques.
He was born in 1970 in Osaka. Entered the culinary industry by being introduced by an acquaintance and began his career at a charcoal-grilled steak and Yakiniku restaurant. At the age of 21, he moved to Hotel Granvia-Osaka, where he honed his skills in the world of French cuisine. He finds enjoyment in cooking and makes an effort every day. After turning 30, he switched to teppanyaki and continued his studies. Then, became the head chef at Mahoroba Teppan Shinsaibashi, which opened in April 2023.
和田 征二 Seiji Wada
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Hokkaido Yakiniku Kaneushi
北海道焼肉 かねうし
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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林 潤Jun Hayashi
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A chef who works diligently with ingredients to create a superb dish.
Mr. Hayashi was born in 1972 in Hokkaido. He started his career at a Japanese restaurant in Hokkaido. Then he worked in various genres, including a Kyoto-style Yakiniku restaurant. From January 2023, he became a member of Hokkaido Yakiniku Kaneushi.
林 潤Jun Hayashi
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Nihon-ryori Ootsu
日本料理おお津
- Sayama, Saitama
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)
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梶浦 健一 Kenichi Kajiura
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Mr. Kajiura offers warm hospitality with dishes prepared wholeheartedly and carefully, starting from selecting ingredients.
He was born in 1972 in Saitama. Started his apprenticeship at a Japanese restaurant in Tokorozawa, initially with a casual interest in cooking due to his love for food. Inspired by an encounter with a colleague he respects as a person and a chef, he seriously honed his culinary skills and became even more fascinated with cooking. Then, he moved on to work at a Ryotei (traditional Japanese restaurant) in Ginza, where he also worked as a head chef. Afterward, he opened his restaurant in Nippori, which was popular for seven years before returning to Saitama. He then contributed to the launch of Ootsu and became the head chef when it opened in November 2019.
梶浦 健一 Kenichi Kajiura
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JB the DINING BAR
JB the DINING BAR
- Tachikawa, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Italian / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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内野Uchino
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A career change motivated by a passion for food. The skilled chef whose techniques have been refined through experiences both in Japan and overseas.
Ms. Uchino was born in Tokyo. Originally working in the fashion industry, she decided to make a career change because of his high interest in food, so she knocked on the door of a French restaurant. She then went to Italy for further training to deepen her insight as a chef. After returning to Japan, she worked at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo, acquiring skills in everything from main courses to desserts. Currently, she works as a chef at JB the DINING BAR.
内野Uchino
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Higashiyama Garden
東山庭 Higashiyama Garden
- Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Steak
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石井 隆雄Takao Ishii
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Mr. Ishii is an award-winning chef who embodies tradition and innovation.
He was born in January 1967 in Kyoto. Since elementary school, he has loved to stand in the kitchen and serve food to those around him to their delight. After graduating from culinary school, he worked at Granvia Osaka Stream for 6 years, at the Westin Hotel Osaka for 9 years, and independently in Tokyo for 5 years, followed by 3 years at Granvia Kyoto and 3 years at L'Hôtel de Hiei. He has won many awards, including first prize at the 2009 National JR Hotel Group Culinary Competition. He has been charming guests with his refined taste and artful presentation.
石井 隆雄Takao Ishii
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Yakiniku Shinjo
やきにく 神城
- Oji/Koryo/Kashiba, Nara
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Bibimbap
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平居 俊昭Toshiaki Hirai
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The Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) business, which had been by Mr. Nakano's side since childhood, became his calling.
He was born in Tsuruhashi, Osaka, and grew up in Nara. After the war, his grandmother opened a Yakiniku restaurant in Tsuruhashi, saying she wanted to cheer everyone up with meat. Cheer up with meat. That impressed young him. So, he visited the restaurant in Tsuruhashi several times a week from Nara and spent his days with Yakiniku since he was 4-5. Later, he opened his Yakiniku restaurants offering fresh horumon (innards) and meat by purchasing whole heads of A4-A5 ranked Japanese black cattle. One of them, Yakiniku Nanami Kashiba Branch, was listed in "Michelin Guide Nara 2017 Special Edition." Currently, he works in several directly managed restaurants and produces Yakiniku restaurants.
平居 俊昭Toshiaki Hirai
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Kangien
咸宜苑(かんぎえん)
- Sendagaya, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Soba (noodles) / Sake
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Wagyu Yakiniku Horumon Aigo
和牛焼肉ホルモン アイゴ
- Miyako Island/Ishigaki Island, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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小底 博輝Hiroki Kosoko
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Mr. Kosoko offers truly delicious Wagyu beef with his meat butchering career of over 20 years.
Mr. Kosoko was born in 1988 in Okinawa. He was born and raised on Ishigaki Island. He worked for about 20 years at a butcher store Misaki Gyu Honten that specializes in brand-name beef nurtured by the island's rich nature. As a managing director, he traveled throughout Japan and Taiwan. He became independent in 2020 and launched the Ishigaki Island Red Meat Shop. While engaged in meat sales, wholesale sales, and beef consulting, he became the manager of Wagyu Yakiniku Horumon Aigo, which he initially entered as a supplier. He is also in the kitchen and welcomes guests from around the island and beyond.
小底 博輝Hiroki Kosoko
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Waraiya Uratenma Tenjin Yokocho Branch
わらいや 裏天満天神横丁店
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Seafood,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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南 光和Mitsukazu Minami
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Worked part-time in a restaurant as a student and went straight into cooking.
Mr. Minami was born in 1991 in Osaka. As a student, he worked part-time at a Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) restaurant in Shinsekai for 2 years. Since childhood, he has always liked to cook, so he entered the world of cooking. He studied at a Japanese restaurant with a vague desire to get his own restaurant someday. Later, he opened a Japanese restaurant for 2 years. Then after improving himself at an izakaya in Umeda, he became the owner of Waraiya in July 2022.
南 光和Mitsukazu Minami
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Kyoto Style Teppan Hasegawa
京風鉄板 はせ川
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Japanese Beef Steak / Wine
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肥後 悟 氏Satoru Higo
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Bringing the Style of Kyoto-Style Teppanyaki Hasegawa to Shinsaibashi
Satoru Higo is a chef who started his culinary journey with Western cuisine and later discovered teppanyaki. After working as the manager and head chef at a steakhouse in Kitashinchi, he assumed the position of head chef at Kyoto-style Teppanyaki Hasegawa in Shinsaibashi in February 2022.
肥後 悟 氏Satoru Higo
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Sushiya Hajime
鮓家 一
- Kagurazaka, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake
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古家 誠人Masato Furuya
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Mr. Furuya fulfilled his dream of opening his own restaurant by following in his father's footsteps and becoming a sushi chef.
He was born in 1967 in Tokyo. Since his family owned a sushi restaurant, he chose a life as a sushi chef. In 1987, he began his career in earnest at Imayoshi in Otemachi. Subsequently, he worked at Tokyo Green Hotel Korakuen in Suidobashi and Suijinen in Chofu before assuming the role of deputy head chef in the sushi division at Shinjuku Nadaman Hinkan. In 2007, he became the head chef at Grand Hyatt Tokyo Rokuroku. Then, he opened Sushiya Hajime as the owner in 2018.
古家 誠人Masato Furuya
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Kanzen Koshitsu Yakiniku Kyu Nishi-Azabu Main Branch
完全個室 やきにく九 西麻布本店
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak
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富樫陸也Rikuya Togashi
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Mr. Togashi creates cuisine that is felt by all five senses, inspired by the ingredients.
He started his career at Mutekiro in Motomachi, Yokohama. Then he moved to France and trained at three restaurants, including the 3-star Paul Bocuse. After returning to Japan, he gained experience at Michelin 2-star Pierre Gagnaire in Omotesando and Michelin 2-star Restaurant Ryuzu in Roppongi. Following that, he was appointed sous chef at Restaurant Restaurant Ilie Le Joyeuse and then head chef at Restaurant Portus in Minami-Aoyama. After that, he served as general manager and participated in opening hotels and business development in various locations in Japan. He is currently the group's executive chef.
富樫陸也Rikuya Togashi
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