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Ryouriya Somekawa 料理屋　染川 Gotanda, Tokyo Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake

染川　昌裕Masahiro Somekawa

The Chef's Recommendations

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

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)

ホ　テムンTemun Ho

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

Takuan Botantei たくあん・牡丹亭 Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Japanese Beef Steak

贄田　道浩Michihiro Nieda

Mr. Nieda is a chef constantly engaged in research, putting his heart and soul into each dish with his years of experience and knowledge.

He was born in Saitama. He is a chef who has devoted himself to Japanese cuisine since graduating from a culinary school. After 5 years of training at another branch, he now leads the kitchen at Takuan Botantei as the head chef. His sincere attitude toward cooking and his extensive knowledge are his weapons. His sincere attitude is reflected in his cooking, which is beautifully expressed in his delicate serving style and flavor adjustments. His cuisine, where he puts his heart and soul into each dish, always attracts visitors.

贄田　道浩Michihiro Nieda

Sukiyaki Shabu-shabu Medetaya すき焼きしゃぶしゃぶ　めでたや Asakusabashi, Tokyo Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Local Japanese Cuisine

一場　恵Megumi Ichiba

Moving from the apparel to the restaurant industry, Ms. Ichiba conveys the charms of her hometown, Gunma, through cuisine.

She was born in Gunma. Her customer service experience in the apparel industry led her to enter the world of service. At Sukiyaki Shabu-shabu Medetaya, she introduces the fascinating culinary culture of various parts of Gunma Prefecture, focusing on Kusatsu, a local hot spring resort that is one of the most famous in Japan.

一場　恵Megumi Ichiba

Teppanyaki Okonomiyaki Wa 鉄板焼　お好み焼　わ Shin-Koiwa, Tokyo Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Japanese Beef Steak

小野　有海Yumi Ono

Starting with a dream of a place where people can gather. Ms. Ono welcomes guests with heartfelt cuisine.

She was born in 1980 in Tokyo. Initially working as a company employee, she decided to "create a place where people can gather and serve delicious food." After training at the renowned restaurant Teppanyaki Okonomiyaki Saya Main Branch in Sendagaya, she opened her own restaurant, Teppanyaki Okonomiyaki Wa, in April 2018. Each dish she prepares is filled with her solid technique and warm consideration. Her hospitality as an owner who values each person captures the hearts of visitors and does not let go.

小野　有海Yumi Ono

Stand-up Sushi Sushikawa 立食い鮨　鮨川 Sasazuka, Tokyo Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

中山　友林Yurin Nakayama

From fishing as a hobby, Mr. Nakayama transitioned into the restaurant business as a handler of fresh seafood.

Mr. Nakayama was born in 1970 in Oita Prefecture. He has fished as a hobby since he was a child. After entering the workforce, he worked as a caregiver but switched to a career in the food industry, handling fresh fish. In 2005, at 35, he joined an izakaya franchise and started his own restaurant. He worked hard to keep it afloat for 10 years before closing it. Then, he began working at a restaurant specializing in seafood cuisine to start learning about fish again. In 2022, he left the restaurant and joined Sushikawa Co., Ltd. He works as a sushi maker at Stand-up Sush iSushikawa, which the company manages.

中山　友林Yurin Nakayama

Ginza Tamai 銀座　玉ゐ Ginza, Tokyo Japanese,Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables)

長谷川　久展Hisanobu Hasegawa

Mr. Hasegawa is encouraged by his customers' comments, "It was delicious!".

He started working at Nihonbashi Tamai in December 2014 and moved to Ginza Tamai in April 2016. During the past 42 years, he has worked in the food and beverage industry, mainly in the Japanese food field. It makes him very happy when customers tell him that the dishes he serves them are delicious, so he works hard every day with that feeling in mind. Considering that conger eel dishes are rare in the world, his ambition is to make delicious dishes that everybody has never tasted before.

長谷川　久展Hisanobu Hasegawa

Han no Daidokoro Bettei Shibuya Branch 韓の台所別邸　渋谷店 Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Whisky / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

大島　孝之Takayuki Oshima

The joy Mr. Oshima felt in the kitchen is what made him want to become a chef.

He was born in Kanagawa. What inspired him to become a chef was a part-time job he had in high school. Since that time, Mr. Oshima has always loved detailed work and creating something. The joy of being in the kitchen and experiencing it through daily operations motivated him to pursue a career as a chef. After graduation, he joined FOODRIM Corporation, where he worked part-time for many years. Currently, he is working at Han no Daidokoro Bettei Shibuya Branch.

大島　孝之Takayuki Oshima

rece rece Nihonbashi, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Wine

渡辺　勉Tsutomu Watanabe

Presents the dishes that resonate with the five senses, featuring Japanese seasonal ingredients, delicate artistry, and techniques developed in the authentic environment.

Mr. Watanabe was born in 1975 in Ibaraki. He is a chef of rece. He trained for seven years in Florence, a city in central Italy, under the renowned chef Mr. Daniele Pescatore, where he learned the traditional techniques of authentic cuisine and honed his unique sense of bringing out the best ingredients. After returning to Japan, he showcased his skills at Italian government-certified restaurants. Eventually, he got a connection with his current restaurant, where he has been working since its founding in 2019. His meticulous and precise cooking captivates guests with exquisite flavors, and his collaborations with the sommelier for wine pairings have also received high praise.

渡辺　勉Tsutomu Watanabe

Unagi House Shinoya Unagi House 志の家 Kinshicho/Sumiyoshi, Tokyo Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / General

辻　光洋Mitsuhiro Tsuji

The basic idea is, "I would like to go to a restaurant like that." All is about making a restaurant from the customer's point of view.

Mr. Mitsuhiro Tsuji was born in 1967 in Hokkaido. Making the most of his time at home with the Corona disaster, he discovered the appeal of cooking and honed his skills entirely on his own. Drawing from his experience as an executive in a web-related company, he brought a fresh perspective to eel cuisine. His versatile skills cover designing menus, pop-ups, pamphlets, and signboards. Driven by the idea of creating a restaurant he would love to visit, he established Unagi House Shinoya.

辻　光洋Mitsuhiro Tsuji

Wagyu no Kamisama 和牛の神様 Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Hamburger Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Sake

市川　篤史Atsushi Ichikawa

Aiming to create a memorable restaurant for guests, Mr. Ichikawa presents the charm of Wagyu beef ingredients.

He was born in 1976 in Tokyo. From an early age, he grew up dreaming of becoming a chef. He began his culinary training at 24, honing his skills in various kitchens in French, Western, and Japanese cuisine. At Wagyu no Kamisama in Dogenzaka, Shibuya, which opened in 2022, he suggests menus that further highlight the quality of the ingredients of Wagyu beef meat as the head chef. The menu is popular among both Japanese and non-Japanese guests. He constantly strives to make the restaurant a memorable place for guests.

市川　篤史Atsushi Ichikawa

Yakiniku Kyodai 焼肉兄弟 Kameido, Tokyo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Horumon (offal meat) / Gyutan (beef tongue) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

モンラルソーム　リアンMonrarusomu Rian

An experienced chef serves the heartwarming taste of Yakiniku.

Mr. Monrarusomu Rian was born in 1972. After coming to Japan from Myanmar in 2000, he entered the food and beverage industry through an acquaintance living in Japan. He honed his skills at restaurants of various genres, including shabu-shabu, yakiniku, Japanese cuisine, and bento (boxed lunch) stores. Later, in 2021, he opened his own yakiniku restaurant, Yakiniku Kyodai, which has grown into a beloved local spot.With a wealth of experience and solid skills, he offers a unique taste that fuses food culture.

モンラルソーム　リアンMonrarusomu Rian

DOMO DOMO Ikebukuro Higashiguchi Branch DOMO DOMO 池袋東口店 Ikebukuro East Exit/Higashi-Ikebukuro, Tokyo Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Pizza / Steak / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

アデイカリ　スレスAdhikari Sless

Mr. Sless presents a delightful and delicious time with lots to eat and drink.

He was born in Nepal and came to Japan with the dream of opening a restaurant there. In July 2023, he opened DOMO DOMO, offering dishes specialized in cheese and meat based on the concept of creating a restaurant that makes guests happy. He combines the unique tastes and techniques cultivated in his hometown to develop new dishes.

アデイカリ　スレスAdhikari Sless

Somenya Ito Kabukicho Main Branch 素麺屋　糸　歌舞伎町本店 Shinjuku East Exit/Kabukicho, Tokyo Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake

荒木　佳男Yoshio Araki

With abundant experience and passion, Mr. Araki is fully committed to the study of cooking.

He was born in 1972 in Saitama. Since childhood, he developed a love for both eating and cooking while being exposed to his mother's delicious dishes. During his university years, he spent four years in an izakaya (Japanese-style bar) kitchen. After graduation, he joined an udon specialty restaurant, where he worked for 23 years as a manager and supervisor. In 2020, he moved to an izakaya to study fish and Japanese sake. Later, he joined Ito and played a key role in launching their fish dishes. The following year, he took charge of fish dishes and Japanese sake, contributing to planning new menus and course offerings.

荒木　佳男Yoshio Araki

Sushi Fujiro 鮨　不二楼 Kayabacho, Tokyo Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake

古川　和希Kazuki Furukawa

Mr. Furukawa presents the one and only “New Edomae Sushi,” resulting from studies in Fukuoka and Tokyo.

He was born in 1983 in Fukuoka and is the head chef at Sushi Fujiro. In his late teens, he ate at the famous Fukuoka restaurant Yamanaka, and was truly impressed. He studied at a culinary school with a vision of working at Yamanaka and started working there after graduation. He trained hard studying Hakatamae Sushi. After moving to Tokyo and gaining experience at Edomae Sushi restaurants in Ginza and Roppongi, he connected with Mr. Muneshige Takatori, the general manager of Fujiro, and participated in the launch of the current restaurant. He has been in his current position since its founding in 2017. He charms guests from Japan and overseas with his unique sushi that has a fusion of freshness and aging, Eastern and Western styles.

古川　和希Kazuki Furukawa

Nihonbashi Tamai Main Branch 日本橋　玉ゐ　本店 Nihonbashi, Tokyo Japanese,Japanese / General / Sake

丸山容史Hiroshi Maruyama

The Chef's Recommendations

Started his career in the F&B industry as a teenager.

Mr. Maruyama has been training in a sushi restaurant since his teens and has experience with a wide range of fish. Among them, the conger eel is a delicate fish whose quality varies dramatically depending on how it is handled. He is proud of his restaurant's devotion to quality, which he believes customers will see once they sample their meals. He feels that Japan's traditional eating culture is based on an attitude of hospitality. His ambition is to consistently utilize the skills and knowledge he has acquired, with the goal of bringing delight to his customers.

丸山容史Hiroshi Maruyama

Kappo Uzuki 割烹　うづき Ebisu, Tokyo Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

阿部　誠司朗Seijiro Abe

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

Imajin 今甚 Shirokane/Shirokanedai, Tokyo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean

飯田　純一Junichi Iida

Mr. Iida spends his days honing his skills, utilizing the techniques and passion he has cultivated over the years.

He was born in 1982 in Ibaraki. Impressed by fried rice and dumplings, he developed a passion for Chinese food. His desire to recreate these delicacies with his hands led him to pursue a career as a chef. After graduating from culinary school, he trained for 7 years at the ramen restaurant Menya Musashi. Then, he worked at KINTAN, a Yakiniku restaurant, for 7 years to deepen his diverse skills and experience. In July 2022, he joined Imajin. He has grown to be a central restaurant member with his solid skills.

飯田　純一Junichi Iida

Shin-Okubo Kankoku Yokocho Hongdaepocha 新大久保韓国横丁　ホンデポチャ Okubo, Tokyo Korean,Other Asian / Korean / Makgeolli

ソンスキSonsuki

Offers dishes that suit Japanese tastes while respecting authentic Korean flavors.

She was born in 1959 in Busan. Came to Japan after working as a chef in Korea for a long time. She joined the kitchen at the opening of the Hongdaepocha Shin-Okubo main branch. Since then, she has worked at a total of 13 branches. Since January 2021, she has been serving dishes that suit the Japanese people's tastes yet still respects the authentic Korean flavor at Shin-Okubo Kankoku Yokocho Hongdaepocha.

ソンスキSonsuki

Ryoriya MOTO 料理屋 MOTO Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake

山本　博之Hiroyuki Yamamoto

Mr. Yamamoto became independent after working at Japanese restaurants in Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo.

He was born in 1975 in Tokyo. He has been honing his skills and sensibilities in the world of chefs since his early 20s. After gaining experience as a chef at traditional Japanese restaurants in Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo, he became independent. Currently, he is actively working as the owner and chef at "Ryoriya MOTO" located in Nishi-Azabu, Minato-ku.

山本　博之Hiroyuki Yamamoto

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Ryouriya Somekawa

Mr. Somekawa is a Japanese cuisine master who brings smiles and happiness through food overflowing with seasonal delicacies.

Juban Shuraba

A chef who has mastered the skills of Yakitori, Yakiniku, and steak offers Teppanyaki.

Takuan Botantei

Mr. Nieda is a chef constantly engaged in research, putting his heart and soul into each dish with his years of experience and knowledge.

Sukiyaki Shabu-shabu Medetaya

Moving from the apparel to the restaurant industry, Ms. Ichiba conveys the charms of her hometown, Gunma, through cuisine.

Teppanyaki Okonomiyaki Wa

Starting with a dream of a place where people can gather. Ms. Ono welcomes guests with heartfelt cuisine.

Stand-up Sushi Sushikawa

From fishing as a hobby, Mr. Nakayama transitioned into the restaurant business as a handler of fresh seafood.

Ginza Tamai

Mr. Hasegawa is encouraged by his customers' comments, "It was delicious!".

Han no Daidokoro Bettei Shibuya Branch

The joy Mr. Oshima felt in the kitchen is what made him want to become a chef.

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Presents the dishes that resonate with the five senses, featuring Japanese seasonal ingredients, delicate artistry, and techniques developed in the authentic environment.

Unagi House Shinoya

The basic idea is, "I would like to go to a restaurant like that." All is about making a restaurant from the customer's point of view.

Wagyu no Kamisama

Aiming to create a memorable restaurant for guests, Mr. Ichikawa presents the charm of Wagyu beef ingredients.

Yakiniku Kyodai

An experienced chef serves the heartwarming taste of Yakiniku.

DOMO DOMO Ikebukuro Higashiguchi Branch

Mr. Sless presents a delightful and delicious time with lots to eat and drink.

Somenya Ito Kabukicho Main Branch

With abundant experience and passion, Mr. Araki is fully committed to the study of cooking.

Sushi Fujiro

Mr. Furukawa presents the one and only “New Edomae Sushi,” resulting from studies in Fukuoka and Tokyo.

Nihonbashi Tamai Main Branch

Started his career in the F&B industry as a teenager.

Kappo Uzuki

Mr. Abe serves dishes, devoting all his skills as a chef.

Imajin

Mr. Iida spends his days honing his skills, utilizing the techniques and passion he has cultivated over the years.

Shin-Okubo Kankoku Yokocho Hongdaepocha

Offers dishes that suit Japanese tastes while respecting authentic Korean flavors.

Ryoriya MOTO

Mr. Yamamoto became independent after working at Japanese restaurants in Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo.