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Syunsai Adachi
旬菜あだち
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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安達 正幸Masayuki Adachi
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The experience of helping a friend to cook has blossomed Mr. Adachi's talent as a chef.
He was born in 1962 in Yamagata. Having experienced a part-time job at a friend's restaurant, he was fascinated by his first encounter with the world of cooking and decided to become a chef. Then, he entered a Japanese restaurant in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, and began his career in earnest. After that, he continued to study at various restaurants, devoting only to Japanese cuisine. In 1999, he opened Syunsai Adachi in its current location as owner and head chef.
安達 正幸Masayuki Adachi
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Juban Shuraba
十番 酒楽場
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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ホ テムンTemun Ho
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A chef who has mastered the skills of Yakitori, Yakiniku, and steak offers Teppanyaki.
Mr. Ho was born in Buan, South Korea. After coming to Japan, he began to walk the path of cooking. He has been honing his skills in various meat dishes through three years of training at a yakitori restaurant, three years at a yakiniku restaurant, and six years at a steak restaurant. Taking advantage of his rich experience, he entered Juban Shuraba in 2024. He continues to work diligently to provide guests with seasonal ingredients and carefully grilled dishes. Using fresh ingredients carefully selected from the Toyosu market, he is proud of the cooking style in front of guests.
ホ テムンTemun Ho
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Restaurant Re:
Restaurant Re:
- Nakameguro, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Italian / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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能島舞Mai Noujima
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Delicate Japanese cuisine meets French cuisine.
Ms. Mai Noujima was born in 1989 in Hiroshima. As a child, she ran around in the mountains and fields in an area rich in nature. Her grandmother, who loved to cook, inspired her to pursue a career in the culinary field. After graduating from the Hiroshima Suishin Culinary College, she showed her technical skills by participating in the World Skills Competition in London. Having that as a strength, she gained experience at various French and other restaurants in her hometown of Hiroshima and Tokyo while at the same time loving whisky so much that she worked part-time at a whisky specialty store. In 2024, she was appointed as a chef at Restaurant Re:. She is highly anticipated for her future career.
能島舞Mai Noujima
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Shinjuku Pasutakan
新宿ぱすたかん
- Shinjuku West Exit/Tochomae, Tokyo
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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番場Banba
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Mr. Banba wants to provide "enjoyable" restaurants, food, and service.
He was born in 1988 in Tokyo. Seeing customers' smiling faces as they eat okonomiyaki and monjayaki is his greatest energy source. His idea of Cheese Mentaiko Millefeuille okonomiyaki has been a hit menu item for over ten years. He always strives for great taste and enjoyment in the menu development and demonstrates how to grill delicious Japanese pancakes in the restaurant.
番場Banba
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Anan Akasaka Branch
あん庵 赤坂店
- Akasaka, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Chicken / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Tofu Dishes
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横川 達也Tatsuya Yokokawa
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Mr. Yokokawa loves talking with people. The energetic voice of this chef make his restaurant bright and lively.
Mr. Yokokawa was born in 1992 in Tottori. He has been interested in cooking ever since he was young, and he entertained his family with the food that he made. Because he also enjoyed talking with people, he decided to walk the path of dining in the future. When he was a student, he began working part-time at a restaurant, and after graduation, he entered the dining industry. Currently, he works as the restaurant head at Anan Akasaka Branch. He always shows his smiling face to guests visiting the restaurant and brightens the place with his lively voice.
横川 達也Tatsuya Yokokawa
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Ryouriya Somekawa
料理屋 染川
- Gotanda, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake
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染川 昌裕Masahiro Somekawa
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Mr. Somekawa is a Japanese cuisine master who brings smiles and happiness through food overflowing with seasonal delicacies.
He was born in 1976 in Kagawa. He began training at Nicho, a long-established Ryotei (Japanese restaurant) in his hometown and honed his skills at a Japanese restaurant in a hotel in Omi-Hachiman, Shiga. He then moved to Tokyo, where he studied at the Ginza branch of the famous Ryokan "Kagaya," which has its main restaurant in Wakura Onsen, Ishikawa, and also worked as the head chef of the restaurant's Tokyo Ariake branch. In 2015, he established his own restaurant, Somegawa, in Ikedayama, a historical residential place on high ground in the Jonan area. His seasonal omakase course, which is based on his belief that "cuisine makes people happy," is well-known among food connoisseurs.
染川 昌裕Masahiro Somekawa
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Ushini Kanabou Azabu-juban
牛に金棒 麻布十番
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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西田 鷹直Takanao Nishida
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From French to the world of Yakiniku. A skilled chef who has worked in various places in Tokyo.
Mr. Nishida was born in 1991 in Shizuoka. After graduating from culinary school, he trained at a French restaurant in Tokyo for two years. Then he went to France for a year and a half to study. He worked with top chefs at a restaurant with a star. After returning to Japan, he worked as a head chef at a French restaurant in Tokyo. At 25, he became the head chef at Nishi-Azabu Kenshiro. He was also involved in the launch of a new branch. After that, he worked as the head chef of a members-only restaurant in Nishi-Azabu and is currently working as the head chef of Ushini Kanabou.
西田 鷹直Takanao Nishida
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Yurakucho Kotegaeshi
有楽町こてがえし
- Hibiya/Yurakucho, Tokyo
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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番場Banba
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Mr. Banba wants to provide "enjoyable" restaurants, food, and service.
He was born in 1988 in Tokyo. Seeing customers' smiling faces as they eat okonomiyaki and monjayaki is his greatest energy source. His idea of Cheese Mentaiko Millefeuille okonomiyaki has been a hit menu item for over ten years. He always strives for great taste and enjoyment in the menu development and demonstrates how to grill delicious Japanese pancakes in the restaurant.
番場Banba
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Niku to Sakana to Kaki OYSTER Bar & Bistro ~UOHIDE~ Shibuya Sakuragaoka Branch
肉と魚とカキ OYSTER Bar&Bistro 魚秀 ～UOHIDE～渋谷桜丘店
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese
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中井 信之Nobuyuki Nakai
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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
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Beef Sushi Kintan
牛肉寿司 きんたん
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi)
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清水 修Osamu Shimizu
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Mr. Shimizu became a sushi chef, which he loves, influenced by his father, who runs a wholesale tuna business.
Mr. Shimizu was born in 1980 in Saitama. His father's tuna wholesale business influenced him to pursue a career as a sushi chef. He began his apprenticeship at a sushi restaurant, honing his skills at Fukusuke and Otaruzushi. When he became ill, he moved to his current company, which was developing a new "beef x sushi" cuisine style, and became the head chef. He has been a part of pioneering the world of "beef sushi." In 2019, Beef Sushi Kintan opened in Ginza, and he was appointed as head chef. Pursuing the world's only beef sushi, he constantly seeks new ways to please his customers.
清水 修Osamu Shimizu
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Washoku Teppan Ginza Sakutsuki
和食鉄板 銀座 朔月
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese
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大網 幸治Koji Ooami
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After watching a documentary program about professional cooks, Mr. Ooami wanted to try it.
He was born in 1968 in Chiba. Since his parents were both working, he often cooked for himself and became interested in cooking naturally. After graduating high school, he worked in his family's transportation business. Still, he decided it was not for him and jumped into the culinary world, which he had been interested in since he was a student. After graduating from Tsuji Culinary Institute, he worked at a kappo (Japanese) restaurant in Akasaka, a Japanese-style restaurant in Kawasaki, a restaurant in Narita, and a hotel in Hakozaki before becoming the head chef at Manyoutei in Daikanyama at the age of 36. Five years later, he was appointed as the head chef of Sakutsuki, starting from the restaurant's establishment and continuing to the present.
大網 幸治Koji Ooami
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Ushiyoshibiyori
牛吉日和
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Gyutan (beef tongue) / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets)
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飯塚 啓Satoshi Iizuka
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Mr. Iizuka is a chef who cherishes human relationships and attracts many people with outstanding skills.
He was born in 1990 in Fukuoka. A part-time job at a restaurant that he started at age 20 is an opportunity to become a chef. He polished his skills for a long time at a famous restaurant in Tokyo, Sahsya Kanetanaka. He has been working at Ushiyoshibiyori, which opened in June 2024. His sincere attitude toward cooking is consistent, and the word "delicious" from his guests is a moment of bliss for him. He also has a deep affection for this industry, where people naturally connect with each other.
飯塚 啓Satoshi Iizuka
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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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Kappo Uzuki
割烹 うづき
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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阿部 誠司朗Seijiro Abe
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Mr. Abe serves dishes, devoting all his skills as a chef.
He was born in 1976 in Kanagawa. He entered the culinary world around the age of 20 and honed his skills at Tokyo's famous restaurants, including Manyotei in Daikanyama. Currently, he is a chef at his own restaurant, Kappo Uzuki. Attracted by the deliciousness of his cuisine, many people visit the restaurant every day with high expectations.
阿部 誠司朗Seijiro Abe
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Sushi Kappo Kinari
寿司割烹喜成
- Kinshicho/Sumiyoshi, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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小森 和彦Kazuhiko Komori
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Mr. Komori's excellent eye for ingredients, which shows his many years of experience, has earned him the respect of the industry
Mr. Komori was born in 1970 in Saitama. Influenced by his uncle running a sushi restaurant, he grew up familiar with cooking. He began training at Hachioji Hama Sushi and worked there for 18 years. During this time, he won the National Sushi Artisan Championship. After that, he worked successively at different restaurants, including Sushi Wa for 8 years, Tsukiji Otsubo for 3 years, Mitaka Sushi Kappo Fukumatsu for 7 years, and Sushi Komori for 3 years. He is currently working at Sushi Kappo Kinari, which opened in December 2021. With his keen judgment for ingredients that is supported by his many years of experience, he has gained the respect of customers and industry colleagues.
小森 和彦Kazuhiko Komori
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Hana No Aru Sumika
花のある棲家
- Shinjuku-Sanchome, Tokyo
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Parfait / General / General
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山下 純次Junji Yamashita
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A museum-style café and bar where architecture lovers can gather and connect.
Mr. Yamashita was born in 1976 in Tokyo. He has been involved in the hotel and real estate business for more than 20 years and currently works for the real estate company Banc. In 2021, he was appointed manager when the company's museum-style cafe for architecture lovers, Architecture Cafe Sumika, opened. "Through detailed architectural models, we hope to spread the appeal of architecture," he says, adding that the company also offers a wide range of services to connect people who want to create their ideal home with specialists who can make it a reality.
山下 純次Junji Yamashita
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Minami Aoyama Hifumi
南青山 ひふみ
- Omotesando/Aoyama, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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加藤 寛史Hirofumi Kato
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Drawn to Minami Aoyama by a dream of opening his own restaurant as soon as possible
Born in Ibaraki Prefecture in June 1978, Chef Kato entered the world of cooking at age 23, but only six years later he was already entrusted to running a restaurant. Few years later, he became owner of a Japanese restaurant in Koenji, but on the lookout for his next project, he eventually found his current spot in Minami Aoyama, opening it in 2014. Though he adheres to traditions of Japanese cooking, he also offer dishes you cannot find anywhere else, and enjoys entertaining guests simply looking for a drink and a snack.
加藤 寛史Hirofumi Kato
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theBAR
theBAR
- Odaiba, Tokyo
- Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / Wine / Cocktail / Whisky
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Craft Burger & Grill Jiro
Craft Burger＆Grill Jiro
- Ueno, Tokyo
- Hamburger,Western / General / American / Beer
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高山 光弘Mitsuhiro Takayama
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Mr. Takayama inherited the "genes of chefs" and followed the path of a professional.
He was born in 1976 in Tokyo to parents who run an izakaya (Japanese-style pub). From an early age, he aimed to be a chef and, after graduating from high school, entered a culinary school. Following graduation, he studied Western cuisine at hotels and wedding halls and continued training. Then, gaining experience in a variety of restaurants, he took over his parents' restaurant in 2010. He wanted to create a pet-friendly restaurant, so he researched hamburgers independently and opened Craft Burger & Grill Jiro in December 2019.
高山 光弘Mitsuhiro Takayama
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Sotoroku
十十六 (そとろく)
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Soba (noodles)
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荒川 正敏Masatoshi Arakawa
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Grown up with appreciating the fact his service and dishes please his guests
Mr. Arakawa was born in 1968 in Hokkaido. His family was running a restaurant, so he grew up experiencing the great feeling of being appreciated by the guests for service and the food. After working actively at [Prince hotel] for 6 years, and also at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo, he entered Stillfoods inc. He succeeded at various restaurants such as a French restaurant, Italian restaurant, American restaurant, Korea restaurant, and teppanyaki restaurant. Presently he demonstrates his skills at [Sotoroku].
荒川 正敏Masatoshi Arakawa
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