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Kobe beef and wine RUSH 神戸牛とワイン　RUSH Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Pasta / Steak / Wine

川口　真平Shinpei Kawaguchi

Well-versed in the food world, Mr. Kawaguchi is always moving forward with an eye on the future.

He was born in 1987 in Hyogo. Influenced by his mother, who was cooking well, he started cooking himself early and developed an interest in food. Starting his career as a bartender, he entered the culinary world. While honing his culinary skills, he became well-versed in wine and obtained sommelier certification. He also works in the consulting business and contributes to the food and beverage industry from various perspectives. After the Corona disaster, he established his ideal restaurant from scratch, opening RUSH in March 2024.

川口　真平Shinpei Kawaguchi

Sukiyaki to shun no shokuzai Kitashinchi Nakatani すき焼と旬の食材　北新地　中たに Kita-Shinchi, Osaka Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Japanese Beef Steak

岸田　満Mitsuru Kishida

With years of experience working with various ingredients, Mr. Kishida provides a superior moment for each guest.

He was born in 1979 in Osaka. His culinary background includes experience at a yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant and a French restaurant in hotels. As a chef, he has honed his knowledge and know-how to provide guests with a quality dining experience through his experience with various ingredients. He is currently the owner and chef of Kitashinchi Nakatani.

岸田　満Mitsuru Kishida

Nepali & Indian Restaurant BASURI Teradacho ネパール＆インド　レストラン　BASURI　寺田町 Tennoji/Abenobashi, Osaka Indian Curry,Curry / Indian / Nepalese / Indian Curry

サプコタ　アジャヤAjaya Sapkota

Mr. Sapkota provides heartwarming hospitality with Nepalese food.

He was born in Nepal. With a dream of opening a restaurant in Japan, he came to Japan. He has been researching the authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine he learned in his home country to match the Japanese palate. On November 20, 2023, he opened Nepali & Indian Restaurant BASURI with his family. He tries to maintain a restaurant with warm hospitality, the aroma of spices, and a smile on the faces of his guests.

サプコタ　アジャヤAjaya Sapkota

Nikutareya Namba BAL Branch 肉タレ屋　なんばBAL店 Namba, Osaka Dining Bar,Dining bar / Gyudon (beef bowl) / Donburi (rice bowl) / Steak

櫻本　昂大Takahiro Sakuramoto

Mr. Sakuramoto continues to grow through his work in cuisine, which he has been involved in for a long time.

He was born in 1999 in Kagoshima. His involvement with cuisine in a part-time job during high school led him to be charmed by the joy of cooking and food arrangements. He gained various kinds of experience through his work, like meat processing at a Yakiniku restaurant. Pursuing a workplace where he could utilize the know-how gained through those experiences led him to the Nikutareya Namba BAL Branch. He works hard every day to provide better cuisine by polishing his skills.

櫻本　昂大Takahiro Sakuramoto

Shellfish, Shrimp and Crab 貝と海老そして蟹 Namba, Osaka Seafood,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Mediterranean

中村　宏Hiroshi Nakamura

The Chef's Recommendations

The daily goal is to entertain and satisfy guests.

Mr. Nakamura was born in 1981 in Nagano. He aspired to become a chef in high school through a part-time job at a major restaurant chain. After graduating from Tsuji Culinary Institute in Osaka, he started his career as an Italian chef. After that, he experienced various genres, such as Spanish bars, and became independent in 2013. He and his wife keep the restaurant open today to entertain and satisfy guests.

中村　宏Hiroshi Nakamura

Yakiniku Horumon Daigoro 焼肉ほるもん　大五郎 Gion, Kyoto Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Beer

山本　大五郎Daigoro Yamamoto

Mr. Yamamoto is making people around the world happy with Yakiniku.

He was born in 1977 in Kyoto. Formerly a professional boxer, he immersed himself in boxing from the ages of 15-31. After retiring, he joined the Italian restaurant THE SODOH HIGASHIYAMA KYOTO (Plan Do See Inc.) as a part-time employee, where he learned the joy of providing delicious food and drinks and a wonderful time to the people he cares about. He worked there for 6 years to learn about service, manners, and hospitality. With warm support from the company, he became independent. Yakiniku Horumon Daigoro celebrated its 10th anniversary in October 2024.

山本　大五郎Daigoro Yamamoto

Kawachi Kamo-ryori Kamosho 河内鴨料理　鴨匠 Kita-Shinchi, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / General / Duck / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

津村　佳彦Yoshihiko Tsumura

Mr. Tsumura has always led the industry as the 5th generation of Tsumura Honten, a pioneer in the duck business.

In 1870, Tsumura Honten was founded in Matsubara-shi, Osaka, as a business specializing in duck hatching. In 1983, Tsumura established an integrated production system from hatching to breeding and butchering, and in 2001, the company branded its duck production as "Kawachi Duck." Mr. Tsumura became chairman of the Osaka Prefecture Livestock Breeders' Association Challenge Group in 2012, further strengthening his presence in the industry. The ducks were used as an ingredient at the G20 Osaka Summit in 2019. He has continued to take on new challenges, including introducing frozen vending machines and completing a newly equipped chicken coop in 2022.

津村　佳彦Yoshihiko Tsumura

Niku Horumon × Gyutan Someda Shoten 肉ホルモン×牛タン　染田商店 Tenmabashi, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean

染田　義宏Yoshihiro Someda

Mr. Someda opened with the determination to pave the way step by step with his own hands.

He was born in 1972 in Nara. Originally a company employee, he discovered the appeal of food and beverage through a part-time job at an Izakaya. Having experienced store management, he learned about restaurant operations with a view to becoming independent. When introduced to his current location, he decided to try a yakiniku restaurant, even though it was a genre he had no experience in. The name "Someida Shoten" was chosen as the store's name when his grandfather ran the business. In June 2023, he began a new challenge under the name Niku Horumon × Gyutan Someda Shoten in honor of his grandfather, who was a businessman.

染田　義宏Yoshihiro Someda

Kuroge Wagyu Junniku Yakiniku M.M.ya 黒毛和牛純肉焼肉 M.M.ya Namba, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Wine / Shochu

濱　健一Kenichi Hama

Taking great care in his work, Mr. Hama sorts the meat and brings out the best flavor.

Since childhood, he had a passion for cooking, naturally stepping into the food world. He worked in the meat industry, expanding his knowledge in meat handling. Currently, he has demonstrated his culinary skills as the head chef at the newly opened M.M.ya since November 4th, 2023.

濱　健一Kenichi Hama

Beef Tenderloin Yakiniku Restaurant SHINBA 牛ヒレ焼肉の名紋神刃 Kita-Shinchi, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

Yakiniku Horumon Ogyu 焼肉・ホルモン　おぎゅう Hyogo, Hyogo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)

金本　成志Songi Kanemoto

Offering the best technique from a high-end yakiniku restaurant! Mr. Kanemoto provides the authentic taste.

He was born in 1990 in Hyogo. After graduating high school, he gained experience in various restaurants and joined the high-end steak restaurant Kawamura in 2009. Later, he was involved in opening his family's yakiniku restaurant in Shinsaibashi, then worked as a manager of a yakitori restaurant before entering the yakiniku industry. At a company operating high-class yakiniku restaurants in Sannomiya, he was in charge of sales, purchase management, and human resource development for all restaurants for about 7 years. When he was considering leaving the company, he met the current owner and participated in the launch of Ogyu. Currently, he is working as a head chef.

金本　成志Songi Kanemoto

Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu 日本料理　新月 South Otsu, Shiga Japanese,Japanese / Fugu (blowfish) / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

和田　知子Tomoko Wada

The proprietress of the traditional Japanese restaurant, treating guests with a warm and gentle heart.

Ms. Wada was born in Kyoto. She grew up as the eldest daughter in a family that ran a 360 year-old traditional Japanese restaurant in Higashiyama, Kyoto called [Harise]. She met and married her husband while refining her cooking skills at the restaurant. She then began to work as the manager and proprietress of his family's inn, [Shingetsu], located at his family home. Later, changing her business focus to kaiseki (traditional Japanese course cuisine), she opened the [Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu] restaurant. Using the knowledge she gained from her own family, she treats each of her guests with warm hospitality as a manager, with a brief that she was born to be a proprietor.

和田　知子Tomoko Wada

Niku Kappo ASATSUYU 肉割烹　ASATSUYU Yotsubashi/Shinmachi/Horie, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine

西尾　佳則Yoshinori Nishio

Mr. Nishio serves an inspiring dining experience through various meat dishes that resonate with all the senses.

He was born in 1986 in Osaka. The manager of ASATSUYU. He found joy and satisfaction in bringing happiness, surprise, and excitement through food, leading him to the food and beverage industry. Started his career at a Japanese restaurant in Osaka and gained experience at a game meat restaurant. In 2021, he was appointed to his current position when the current restaurant was founded. In the lively atmosphere of the counter kappo restaurant, he works closely with a skilled head chef and devotes himself to providing hospitality by offering a wide variety of meats at their best. His attention to detail is also highly regarded.

西尾　佳則Yoshinori Nishio

oh! My Steak oh！　マイステーキ Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak

秦　幸治Koji Hata

Mr. Hata's love for cooking led him to take that path in life. When he was finally ready, he opened his own restaurant.

Mr. Hata was born in 1966 in Fukuoka. He has loved food ever since he was a student. Even though he worked at a communications company, his passion for cooking was very strong. So, diving head-first into a job at a Japanese restaurant in Fukuoka, he trained there for 7 years. After that, he trained at a Japanese restaurant in Tokyo for 4 years, eventually serving as sous chef. After his time as sous chef at a Teppanyaki restaurant in Tokyo and as a head of a Teppanyaki restaurant in Osaka, he opened his own Teppanyaki restaurant, "oh! My Steak" in Osaka. He spends his busy days working as the owner and chef.

秦　幸治Koji Hata

Kyoto Cuisine Takeshima Ichigo 京料理竹島 ICHIGO Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine

小財　拓也Takuya Kozai

Every time Mr. Kozai explores the depths of Japanese cuisine, he gains new knowledge and expresses it through his cooking.

Since he was little, he enjoyed creating things with his hands. Following that line of interest, he encountered cooking and naturally progressed into the world of Japanese cuisine. Through dedicated training, he continually refines his skills while immersing himself in seasonal ingredients and Japanese culture. At Takeshima ICHIGO, he is dedicated to offering each dish with the knowledge and techniques he has cultivated.

小財　拓也Takuya Kozai

Umai Donabegohan to Tempura Naniwano Daidokoro FUJITA 旨い土鍋ご飯と天麩羅　浪速の台所ふじた Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

藤田　充紀Mitsunori Fujita

Mr. Fujita opened his dream izakaya, inspiring people with his culinary talent and humanity.

He was born in 1982 in Osaka. Decided to run his own izakaya, which was his dream, and started working at an izakaya to make it a reality. When he was about 30 years old, he opened his long-desired restaurant. His career as a chef began with a wrong phone call, leading to various experiences in the food and beverage industry and his passion for building his own successful izakaya. His culinary talent and personality continue to bring joy and satisfaction to his guests.

藤田　充紀Mitsunori Fujita

Yakitori to Sousakusumibiyaki Kokoko 焼き鳥と創作炭火焼　こここ Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Chicken

加藤　翔Sho Kato

Charcoal grills connect people. Diverse experiences create a unique taste and sense of wonder.

Mr. Sho Kato was born in 1990 in Kyoto. After graduating high school, he started his culinary journey, gaining ten years of experience at a yakitori restaurant, Yakitori Daikichi. He then broadened his expertise by exploring various culinary fields, including ramen and yakiniku. In March 2024, he fulfilled his dream of opening his own yakitori restaurant, Sumibiyaki Koteppan Kiyamachi, in Kawaramachi, Kyoto. By November, he expanded with a second restaurant, Yakitori to Sousakusumibiyaki Kokoko. As a chef-owner, he continually seeks to discover new culinary delights, drawing from his vast experiences and refined skills.

加藤　翔Sho Kato

Sukiyaki Shabu-shabu Isshin すき焼きしゃぶしゃぶ一芯 Sannomiya, Hyogo Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

廣瀬　恭也Yasunari Hirose

Mr. Hirose offers his specialties utilizing his knowledge and skills.

He was born in 1978 in Hyogo Prefecture. Having loved cooking and eating since childhood, he worked part-time in restaurants and gained firsthand experience in the culinary field. After graduating from school, he became a chef and began his training. He honed his skills at izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) and Japanese restaurants and improved his knowledge of ingredients. He is currently working as a chef at Sukiyaki Shabu-shabu Isshin, which opened in March 2025. With the knowledge and skills he has accumulated over the years, he offers exquisite dishes.

廣瀬　恭也Yasunari Hirose

Kitsune きつね Nara, Nara Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi) / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl)

木田　翼Tsubasa Kida

A man who inherits the passion of Mr. Shusaku Toba.

Mr. Kida was born in 1992 in Chiba. He reconsidered his career path after being passed over for a recommendation at the university he had been aiming for since entering high school. Despite his parents' opposition, he went on to a culinary school. After graduation, he worked at hotels and famous restaurants in Tokyo before becoming sous chef at sio in April 2019. In December 2019, he became o/sio chef after experiencing the launch of Parlor Ohashi. From April 2021, he represents sio's ism as the chef of the new sukiyaki restaurant Kitsune in Nara.

木田　翼Tsubasa Kida

Charcoal-grilled Eel Doikatsuman Kinkakuji Branch 炭焼鰻　土井活鰻　金閣寺店 Kinkakuji Temple/Kinugasa/Kita-ku, Kyoto Unagi (eel),Japanese / Unagi (eel) / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl)

金谷　竜大Tatsuhiro Kanatani

[Doikatsuman] Chef's skill and spirit learned at the main branch.

Mr. Kanatani was born in 1991 in Kyoto. He was attracted by the spirit of Mr. Doi Katsunagi Eel, the owner-chef of Doikatsuman, so he entered the head restaurant as one of the chefs. Through his daily training, he inherited the technique of charcoal-grilled eel, which makes the thick eel fluffy, and the passion of the chefs who have been delighting people with delicious eel. Then, the Kinkakuji Branch, the third branch of the restaurant, was opened. He is currently the owner and chef of the Kinkakuji Branch.

金谷　竜大Tatsuhiro Kanatani

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Kobe beef and wine RUSH

Well-versed in the food world, Mr. Kawaguchi is always moving forward with an eye on the future.

Sukiyaki to shun no shokuzai Kitashinchi Nakatani

With years of experience working with various ingredients, Mr. Kishida provides a superior moment for each guest.

Nepali & Indian Restaurant BASURI Teradacho

Mr. Sapkota provides heartwarming hospitality with Nepalese food.

Nikutareya Namba BAL Branch

Mr. Sakuramoto continues to grow through his work in cuisine, which he has been involved in for a long time.

Shellfish, Shrimp and Crab

The daily goal is to entertain and satisfy guests.

Yakiniku Horumon Daigoro

Mr. Yamamoto is making people around the world happy with Yakiniku.

Kawachi Kamo-ryori Kamosho

Mr. Tsumura has always led the industry as the 5th generation of Tsumura Honten, a pioneer in the duck business.

Niku Horumon × Gyutan Someda Shoten

Mr. Someda opened with the determination to pave the way step by step with his own hands.

Kuroge Wagyu Junniku Yakiniku M.M.ya

Taking great care in his work, Mr. Hama sorts the meat and brings out the best flavor.

Beef Tenderloin Yakiniku Restaurant SHINBA

Yakiniku Horumon Ogyu

Offering the best technique from a high-end yakiniku restaurant! Mr. Kanemoto provides the authentic taste.

Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu

The proprietress of the traditional Japanese restaurant, treating guests with a warm and gentle heart.

Niku Kappo ASATSUYU

Mr. Nishio serves an inspiring dining experience through various meat dishes that resonate with all the senses.

oh! My Steak

Mr. Hata's love for cooking led him to take that path in life. When he was finally ready, he opened his own restaurant.

Kyoto Cuisine Takeshima Ichigo

Every time Mr. Kozai explores the depths of Japanese cuisine, he gains new knowledge and expresses it through his cooking.

Umai Donabegohan to Tempura Naniwano Daidokoro FUJITA

Mr. Fujita opened his dream izakaya, inspiring people with his culinary talent and humanity.

Yakitori to Sousakusumibiyaki Kokoko

Charcoal grills connect people. Diverse experiences create a unique taste and sense of wonder.

Sukiyaki Shabu-shabu Isshin

Mr. Hirose offers his specialties utilizing his knowledge and skills.

Kitsune

A man who inherits the passion of Mr. Shusaku Toba.

Charcoal-grilled Eel Doikatsuman Kinkakuji Branch

[Doikatsuman] Chef's skill and spirit learned at the main branch.