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Mahoroba Irori Okinawa Branch
まほろば囲炉裏 沖縄店
- Shin Toshin, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Robatayaki (coal grilling) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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松倉 味導Midou Matsukura
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A passion for cooking led Mr. Matsukura from a different field to the culinary world.
He was born in 1979 in Ibaraki. Initially working in a different industry, his love of cooking turned into a career change to the food and beverage industry. He began his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in Osaka. After that, he moved to the Mahoroba Irori Shinsaibashi Branch. There, he continued to hone his skills under the head chef, Mr. Oshima and mastered the techniques of Japanese cuisine overall. Following the opening of the Mahoroba Irori Okinawa Branch, he moved to the new branch. Currently, he is the head chef of the restaurant.
松倉 味導Midou Matsukura
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Shabu Shabu Kumeya
しゃぶしゃぶ久米家
- Matsuyama/Kume/Wakasa, Okinawa
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)
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新城 宗朋Munetomo Shinjo
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Mr. Shinjo was attracted to a cooking career that could bring people happiness.
From a love of eating delicious food and an interest in cuisine, he aspired to work in the food and beverage industry. Currently, he holds the position of Representative Director at several restaurants in Okinawa, including Kumeya. He provides delicious dishes in each of these restaurants featuring carefully selected meats, delighting many people.
新城 宗朋Munetomo Shinjo
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Sumibi Yakitori BOND
炭火焼き鳥BOND（ボンド）
- Okinawa Prefectural Office, Okinawa
- Yakitori/Kushiyaki (grilled skewers),Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken / Italian
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甲斐 悠介Yusuke Kai
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Proposing new Western-style yakitori through skills honed in the resort scene.
Mr. Kai was born in 1989 in Oita. After helping a Yakitori restaurant run by his relatives, he decided to pursue a career in food and drink. Moved to Okinawa and entered an Italian restaurant. Then, he honed his skills in the kitchen of a private resort hotel in Onna Village. In the spring of 2023, after becoming independent, he started Sumibi Yakitori BOND as a restaurant that brings together all of his experience.
甲斐 悠介Yusuke Kai
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Chatan Dining Chaaboo
北谷ダイニング ちゃぁぶー
- Yomitan/Chatan, Okinawa
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)
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宮里 航貴Kouki Miyazato
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Mr. Miyazato cooks with sincerity to bring smiles to his guests and provides delicious food.
Has a background of working at various eateries in Tokyo and Ishigaki Island. He is the owner who loves basketball. His recommended dishes are a certain brand of pork belly with the skin, Agu ribs & loin, and the specialty cabbage grabbing!
宮里 航貴Kouki Miyazato
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Agu Pork Restaurant OBAR Kise Branch
アグー豚料理店おBAR 喜瀬店
- Nago/Ginoza-son, Okinawa
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese
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東 一樹Kazuki Azuma
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Mr. Azuma has been involved in Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine for 20 years. Wishing to spread the charm of Okinawan cuisine to the world.
Interested in cooking since childhood, he began his culinary career in earnest at 18. He honed his skills in a wide range of Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine at a famous hotel in Onna Village. Utilizing his experience and knowledge, he offers Okinawan cuisine that locals love.
東 一樹Kazuki Azuma
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Shunsengyo to Sumibiyaki Yukari
旬鮮魚と炭火焼 縁
- Matsuyama/Kume/Wakasa, Okinawa
- Japanese Sosaku (creative),Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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浦崎 政司Masashi Urasaki
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To satisfy his guests, Mr. Urasaki continues to hone his skills every day.
He was born in 1980 in Okinawa. Having spent much of his childhood helping his family with cooking, he had already decided to become a chef by the time he was in elementary school. He studied authentic Japanese cuisine at an izakaya and gained experience at a hotel restaurant. With many years of experience, he opened Yukari in January 2020. Always putting his customers' favorites first, he keeps trying and experimenting every day with recipes tailored to each person's tastes. With more than 20 years of experience, he continues to hone his skills in the Japanese cuisine he has grown familiar with.
浦崎 政司Masashi Urasaki
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THE TACORICE HOUSE
THE TACORICE HOUSE
- Kokusai dori, Okinawa
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Mexican/Central American / Beer / Awamori
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藍原 裕太Yuta Aihara
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Mr. Aihara is a chef who promotes the appeal of Okinawa's soul food, "Taco Rice."
He was born in 1983 in Tokyo. Started his career at age 20 at an okonomiyaki restaurant in Tokyo. Although he had a gap during his career, he returned to the food and beverage industry before turning 40. Upon the opening in January 2023, he joined THE TACORICE HOUSE.
藍原 裕太Yuta Aihara
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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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Yamakasafai Minowa
やまかさふぁい実之和
- Miyako/Other remote islands, Okinawa
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Nabe (hot pot)
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横井 隆幸Takayuki Yokoi
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Mr. Yokoi's life as a chef began with customer service. His desire to give customers a good time will always remain the same.
Mr. Yokoi was born in 1961 in Hokkaido. After working as a hall staff, he entered the chef's world. He polished his skills every day, including with Japanese food, and built a long career as a chef. Currently, he works as head chef at Yamakasafai Minowa. Initially, as hall staff, Mr. Yokoi watched over his guests at a close distance. Even now, as head chef, he values the thought of giving people a good time.
横井 隆幸Takayuki Yokoi
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37 Steakhouse & Bar Naha
37Steakhouse＆Bar那覇
- Kokusai dori, Okinawa
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / American / Hamburger Steak / Steak
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高橋 大樹Hiroki Takahashi
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A patissier-turned-chef, showing his excellent skills.
Mr. Takahashi was Born in 1987 in Chiba. He decided to become a patissier because he loved sweets since he was a child, and worked part-time at a restaurant during his high school days. While he was working at the [Hotel Francs] in charge of confectioneries, his interest in cooking grew bigger, and he changed his career as a chef for western cuisine. After having experience at Still Foods's [Ba-tsu] and [37 Steakhouse & Bar (Roppongi, Tokyo)], he is currently a chef at [37 Steakhouse & Bar Naha].
高橋 大樹Hiroki Takahashi
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Miyazaki Beef Restaurant NAHA MIYACHIKU
宮崎牛専門店 那覇 みやちく
- Miebashi, Okinawa
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Steak
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加藤 清隆Kiyotaka Kato
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Bringing out the potential of "Miyazaki Beef" from various perspectives.
Mr. Kato was born in 1982 in Osaka. With over a decade of experience as a chef at a renowned French restaurant in Ashiya, Hyogo, he later joined the "Miyachiku Osaka Branch." Currently, in addition to entertaining guests as a teppanyaki chef, he also develops menus featuring "Miyazaki beef." Mr. Kato is an expert in French and teppan cuisine and a sommelier. From various angles, he proposes menus that bring out the full potential of Miyazaki beef.
加藤 清隆Kiyotaka Kato
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Niku Kumoji
肉 久茂地
- Kokusai dori, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Okinawa Cuisine / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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上原 優Yu Uehara
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Ms. Uehara wants to spread the delicious meat to many people.
She was born in 2002 in Okinawa. At first, she was a customer at Niku Kumoji, but she started working there part-time when she became a high school student. The reason she started was its bright, comfortable atmosphere and delicious meat. She decided to join the restaurant to become a staff member with the intention of working hard. She received direct instruction from the manager at the time on service and meat preparation techniques. After graduating from high school, she continued as a full-time employee. She now plays an important role in the restaurant.
上原 優Yu Uehara
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Briand - Fillet specialty restaurant - Charcoal Grilled Black Japanese Beef
ぶりあん ヒレ肉専門店 黒毛和牛炭火焼き
- Kokusai dori, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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具志堅 勇太Yuta Gushiken
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Mr. Gushiken honed his understanding of meat and cooking techniques through years of experience as a head chef at a famous yakiniku restaurant.
Mr. Gushiken was born in 1983 in Okinawa. He had experience as a head chef at a famous yakiniku restaurant in Naha. Currently, he is active as the head chef of Briand. With his knowledge of meat and expert grilling techniques acquired as a popular yakiniku restaurant chef, he now brings out the best in A5-grade Japanese Black Beef fillet and Chateaubriand.
具志堅 勇太Yuta Gushiken
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Yakiniku RIKIO
焼肉RIKIO
- Yomitan/Chatan, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Korean
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田澤 大悟Daigo Tazawa
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Mr. Tazawa is a cooking maestro and an experienced professional.
He was born in 1980 in Hokkaido. Pursuing his passion for the culinary world, which he dreamed of since childhood, he is a chef with experience in various genres. He has mastered a wide range of techniques, from teppanyaki to French, Japanese, and Italian cuisine. Recognized for his expertise, he has been working at Yakiniku RIKIO since 2021. His cuisine is not just a meal but rather an art of sorts. The flavors created by his experience and passion touch the heart.
田澤 大悟Daigo Tazawa
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Steak House Nakama
STEAK HOUSE NAKAMA
- Onna-son, Okinawa
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / American / Hamburger Steak / Steak
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菱田 和寛Kazuhiro Hishita
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Nothing motivates him more than the kind words of a customer
Born in February of 1981, his journey to becoming a professional chef was ignited after witnessing his own food bring joy and delight to his friends’ faces. Today he works on developing new and original dishes for the restaurant’s menu that aim to go over and above their customers’ expectations.
菱田 和寛Kazuhiro Hishita
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Location Dining Nagi
ロケーションダイニング 凪
- Onna-son, Okinawa
- Japanese,Japanese / Japanese Beef Steak / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / International/Fusion
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岩下 拓人Takuto Iwashita
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With his highly creative cuisine, this chef is on a mission to invent dishes that never get old
Born in January 1981, in Kagoshima prefecture, he moved to Okinawa for university. His part time job at a hotel during his student years made him want to pursue a career in cooking. After gaining experience serving customers in the hall, he started to get involved in food preparation. His palate, nurtured by his keen cook of a mother, helped his talent as a chef to blossom. Now, as a manager of Location Dining Nagi, he spends every day introducing his customers to the charms of Okinawan food. He is constantly perfecting his culinary art and is a recognized authority on creative cuisine. Every day, he spares no effort in his quest to please his customers.
岩下 拓人Takuto Iwashita
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Osakana Tiger
オサカナタイガー
- Miebashi, Okinawa
- Dining Bar,Dining bar / General / Seafood / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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菅田 健二Kenji Sugeta
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Mr. Sugeta decided to be a chef, influenced by his father, who was a chef.
Mr. Sugeta was born in 1977 in Tokyo. Cooking and food were close to him because his family owned a Sushi restaurant. Growing up watching his father, Mr. Sugeta admired his father as a chef. So, he entered the culinary world after graduating from junior high school. He gained experience and knowledge mainly at Japanese restaurants such as Sushi, Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet), and Okinawa Cuisine. He now studies curry and spices while working as a chef at Osakana Tiger.
菅田 健二Kenji Sugeta
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Heaven's Truck
Heaven's Truck
- Miyako/Other remote islands, Okinawa
- Beer Garden/BBQ,Other / Okinawa Cuisine / Steak / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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里井 郁海Ikumi Satoi
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A space filled with Okinawan style and cheerful customer service. Creating an enjoyable day for the guests.
Mr. Satoi was born in 1999 in Osaka. He worked part-time at a yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant during his student days. Later, he entered the food and beverage industry as a working professional. After gaining experience at an udon restaurant, he moved to Okinawa in 2023. Currently, he is active at Heaven's Truck. He entertains guests with his cheerful, smile-first customer service in an unusual, open space with plenty of Okinawan elements.
里井 郁海Ikumi Satoi
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Mahoroba Teppan Okinawa
mahoroba 鉄板 沖縄
- Matsuyama/Kume/Wakasa, Okinawa
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Okinawa Cuisine / Steak
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新垣 淑也Yoshiya Arakaki
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Mr. Arakaki was fascinated by the world of French cuisine, which he could produce in total.
He was born in 1977 in Okinawa. His parents are confectioners who run a cake shop. The two of them inspired him to enter the food industry. He began his career in French cuisine, where he could learn not only about desserts but also all of cooking. At the age of 20, he went to France to train at a two-star restaurant, Jean Bardet, where he was deeply exposed to the authentic taste of France. After returning to Japan, he worked in a restaurant in Tokyo. He encountered teppanyaki at The Busena Terrace in Okinawa and became the chef at Mahoroba in 2015.
新垣 淑也Yoshiya Arakaki
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Ryukyu Yakiniku NAKAMA
琉球焼肉NAKAMA
- Onna-son, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle)
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末廣 伸Shin Suehiro
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Taste what the Ryukyu Islands are all about with fresh, local ingredients
He was born in February of 1968, and before he knew it he was on the path to a professional career as a chef. When it comes to ingredients, he prepares his menu with a strict commitment to local foods from the surrounding area, which includes fresh island vegetables brought up under the bright sun that Okinawa is known for. He takes these local ingredients and works tirelessly to prepare dishes that truly delight each and every customer with extraordinary flavor.
末廣 伸Shin Suehiro
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