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Nick
Nick
- Nankinmachi(Kobe Chinatown)/Kyukyoryuchi, Hyogo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak
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錦 昭光Akimitsu Nishiki
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Mr. Nishiki is an ambassador of Kobe Beef, fascinating people with meat that only a butcher store can provide.
He was born in 1980 in Kobe. He is a chef full of love for his hometown who decided to open Nick out of a desire to convey the appeal of Kobe beef. In addition to selling meat as a butcher store, he has also set up an eat-in space for people to casually enjoy meat, showing a new way of being a meat shop. Not only does he sell carefully selected meats, including Kobe beef, but he also attracts attention for his style of cooking meat of the visitor's choice in the shop.
錦 昭光Akimitsu Nishiki
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Niku Kappo Futago THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO
肉割烹ふたごTHE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO
- Shichijo/Tambaguchi, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak
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稲田 慎也Shinya Inada
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Mr. Inada is a chef who has continued to hone his skills in the world of Japanese cuisine.
He joined one of Japan's most prestigious Japanese restaurants in Kyoto, where he learned the basics of Japanese cuisine and gained experience step by step. Later, he became the head chef of a five-star hotel Japanese restaurant in Kyoto and further expanded his field of work. In 2022, he became the head chef of Niku Kappo Futago THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO.
稲田 慎也Shinya Inada
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Japanese Noodle Issunbousi
Japanese Noodle 一寸法師
- Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
- Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Miso Ramen (miso sauce ramen) / Shio Ramen (salt-flavored ramen)
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吉村 誠Makoto Yoshimura
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Mr. Yoshimura brings people together with hearty ramen.
He has always had a deep love for ramen and has continued his exploration of ingredients and techniques. With many years of experience, he cares about making each bowl of ramen with care. Paying attention not only to taste but also to presentation, he emphasizes beauty and delicacy. Now, he is at Japanese Noodle Issunbousi, which has the theme of "En-musubi," meaning to connect and nurture a good relationship.
吉村 誠Makoto Yoshimura
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Ipponyari
一本槍
- Fushimi/Daigo, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish)
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山中 宏明Hiroaki Yamanaka
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Mr. Yamanaka is the 2nd generation of the family to maintain the same taste and dedication inherited from his father.
He was born in 1969 in Kyoto. His family initially ran a sushi restaurant but changed it to a fugu restaurant. His love of cooking and the fact that he had a vague longing to become a chef after watching his father's back led him to pursue a career in the culinary arts. He trained at kappo restaurants in Jiyugaoka, Tokyo, and Tochigi. As the restaurants served fugu depending on the season, he honed his skills in handling the fish. Currently, he is the 2nd generation chef at Ipponyari.
山中 宏明Hiroaki Yamanaka
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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)
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井上 学Manabu Inoue
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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
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Tenma Sakaba Sushikin
天満酒場 すし金
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Oden
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竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi
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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
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Sushi no Daripin
寿司のだりぴん
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi
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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
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SH’UN Wine & Dine
ワイン＆ダイン「シュン」
- Namba, Osaka
- Kushiage/Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers),Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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森田 浩史Hirofumi Morita
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Mr. Morita became a head chef who prepares high-quality and delicious food to fulfill his dream as a student.
He was born in 1993 in Osaka. When he was a student, he was captivated by the sight of a chef working across the counter of a Kappo restaurant, and his dream from then on was to become a chef. He began his career in 2013 at Swissotel Nankai Osaka SH'UN Wine & Dine. After training at Steak Kappo Tsune-zune, he gained further experience by returning to his current workplace, SH'UN Wine & Dine, and since November 2024, he has displayed his skills as the restaurant's head chef.
森田 浩史Hirofumi Morita
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Kushinobo Kyoto Station Branch
串の坊 京都駅店
- Kyoto Station, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers)
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木本 龍治Ryuji Kimoto
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Simple in appearance but requires creativity and meticulous preparation.
Born in 1970 in Hyogo prefecture. He worked at a major grocery store chain after graduating high school, earning his knowledge and experience by supplying fresh vegetables and seafood. In 1991, he entered Kushinobo through his acquaintance. He learnt the basics in preparing ingredients and deep-fried dishes to refine his technique. He now assumes the role of manager at Kushinobo Kyoto Station branch and puts his heart into preparing ingredients for each menu.
木本 龍治Ryuji Kimoto
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La Cuisine Enju
Ｌａ Ｃｕｉｓｉｎｅ 槐
- Hikone/Taga/Aisho, Shiga
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / French
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山田 章裕Akihiro Yamada
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Trained in Kyoto, France, and Shima.
Mr. Yamada joined Miyako Hotel in 1988. In 1993, he moved to France, where he studied in three- and two-star restaurants for about two years. After returning to Japan, he became the chef of the restaurant Grand View and the contemporary French restaurant Espoir in 2002. In 2009, he became the owner-chef of the restaurant Grand View. In 2016, he was appointed head chef at Shima Kanko Hotel's The Club; in 2019, he became head chef and head of the food and beverage department. In 2020, he opened La Cuisine Enju.
山田 章裕Akihiro Yamada
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Pontocho HOUSHOAN
先斗町 烹祥庵
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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Nikusho Gyuko Shinsaibashi Branch
肉匠 牛虎 心斎橋店
- Minamisemba, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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小川 智大Tomohiro Ogawa
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Seeing Mr. Ogawa's experienced coworkers made him realize the joys of customer service.
He was born in 1984 in Nara. When Mr. Ogawa worked part-time at the Japanese BBQ restaurant Urae-tei, he was inspired by senior employees and learned the joys of customer service. This experience led him to become a chef who discovered the joys of cooking in addition to customer service. He then trained and refined his skills at another Japanese BBQ restaurant. He currently works at the Shinsaibashi branch of Nikusho Gyuko. He talked about the importance of customer service, which values thoughtful care.
小川 智大Tomohiro Ogawa
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Hokkaido Sakaba Kita-no Kazoku Namba Sennichimae Branch
北海道酒場 北の家族 なんば千日前店
- Namba, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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Tetsuju
鉄じゅう
- Namba, Osaka
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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多々納 大展Hironobu Tatano
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Mr. Tatano is a chef born in a town of food and humanity who also runs a farm.
He is a native of Osaka. After graduating high school, he trained at the famous Osaka restaurant Kushinobo. Four years later, he left the restaurant business. But at 25, he opened a 5-square-meter restaurant in Soemon-cho, Minami, Osaka. That was the beginning of it all. He acquired qualifications as a sommelier, sake connoisseur, and cheese sommelier and also started his own farming in Kushimoto, Wakayama. He is a chef born and raised in Osaka, a city of kuidaore (to eat until drop) filled with human kindness.
多々納 大展Hironobu Tatano
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President CHIBO Minami-honten
ぷれじでんと千房 南本店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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植田 瞬Shun Ueda
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A chef whose delicate skills have raised okonomiyaki to a higher level.
Mr. Ueda was born in 1996 in Fukuchiyama-shi, Kyoto. Having always loved to eat, he aspired to become a chef and entered the food industry. Obtained his chef's license while still in high school, and after graduation, he started working at President CHIBO Minami-honten. He goes to various restaurants to study the flavors and cooking methods. This is all because he wants his customers to be impressed by the food he serves. He says, "I hope that through cooking, people can nourish their energy for tomorrow."
植田 瞬Shun Ueda
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Koshitsu Niku Kappo KATANA Namba Branch
個室 肉割烹 KATANA 難波店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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平田 友美Tomomi Hirata
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Since childhood, Ms. Hirata has been interested in cooking and joined KATANA part-time during high school.
She was born in 2002 in Fukuoka. Since a young age, she has been interested in cooking and started working part-time at KATANA during high school. She was in the culinary course at high school and was also in charge of cooking at the restaurant. After graduating from culinary school, she became a full-time employee. She not only handles cooking but also works on menu development and more.
平田 友美Tomomi Hirata
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Kobe Beef Yakiniku Okatora
神戸ビーフ焼肉 お加虎
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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坂本 敏章Toshinori Sakamoto
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Mr. Sakamoto takes more pride in his passion and commitment to meat than anyone else.
He was born in 1997 in Hyogo. Having loved cooking since childhood, he entered the restaurant industry after graduating. He honed his skills as a chef at GRAND SHARK, a dining bar in Kobe. In May 2023, when Kobe Beef Yakiniku Okatora opened, he joined the company. Under manager Mr. Takayuki Kato and owner Mr. Koji Okamoto, he serves carefully selected beef each day. Having more passion and care for meat than any other person, he prides himself on delighting the eyes and palates of visitors with his flavors and presentation.
坂本 敏章Toshinori Sakamoto
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KATSUDON
喝鈍
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / Katsudon (fried pork cutlet bowl)
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渡邉 誉Homare Watanabe
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He succeeded his family business as he loved [Katsudon (rice bowl topped with cutlet)] made by his father who is a chef and the first generation of the main branch.
He was born in 1971 in Osaka prefecture. His father is the founder of [KATSUDON], now it is the main branch in Hozenji Yokocho. As he loved his father's [katsudon (rice bowl topped with cutlet)], he naturally decided to succeed his family business, and became a chef. In 1993, the second branch opened in Takimi-koji of Umeda Sky Bldg. and he takes charge of both operation and cooking. He carefully prepares [cutlet] one by one, without using frozen products or synthetic seasonings, with the motto of [domestic ingredients, quick, tasty, cheap]. By strictly following the taste of his father at the main branch, he keeps the tradition of this old-established restaurant.
渡邉 誉Homare Watanabe
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STAND GRANCHA
STAND GRANCHA
- Nara, Nara
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Ice Cream / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Japanese Tea
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中嶋 善章Yoshiaki Nakajima
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Mr. Nakajima is a pastry chef who opens new doors for sweets with proven skills and a sincere heart.
He was born in 1975 in Aomori. After graduating from culinary school, he worked at a French restaurant. At the age of 25, he joined the cake house Arpajon. Following the Great East Japan Earthquake, he moved to Osaka and served as the chief pastry chef at Marufuku Coffee Patisserie, where he also managed the branch that opened in Ginza. In 2024, he was appointed pastry chef and management supervisor of STAND GRANCHA. Working with ingredients with an honest attitude, he strives daily to convey the charm of Nara and tea.
中嶋 善章Yoshiaki Nakajima
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Creo-ru Dotonbori Branch
くれおーる道頓堀店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Takoyaki (octopus balls)
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中原 伸浩Nobuhiro Nakahara
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Being told that the food he cooked was "delicious" was Mr. Nakahara's start.
He was born in 1973 in Toyama. In his part-time job as a student, he was told that the food he made was "delicious." That experience inspired him to decide to become a chef in the future. After graduating high school, he entered the culinary world and began training. He honed his skills at Ginza Aster and other yakiniku restaurants. He joined Creo-ru Corporation in 2012. Currently, he is working as a chef at Creo-ru Dotonbori Branch.
中原 伸浩Nobuhiro Nakahara
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