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Sennaritei Shinkabou
せんなり亭 心華房
- Hikone/Taga/Aisho, Shiga
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak
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川上 康裕Yasuhiro Kawakami
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Valuing every encounter with customers and ingredients, Mr. Kawakami delivers the best taste of the moment.
Mr. Kawakami was born in 1988 in Shiga. After graduating from a cooking school, he trained at an Italian restaurant in Gion, Kyoto, and started his career as a chef. After that, he gained experience in French cuisine at a wedding hall in Shiga Prefecture and then moved to Sennaritei Fudo, a restaurant specializing in Omi beef in Shiga Prefecture. He creates new-style course meals using Omi beef, Shiga's specialty, and always works with the ingredients with full attention.
川上 康裕Yasuhiro Kawakami
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Tenka no Daidokoro, Daiki Suisan, Hachikenya-hama Maguro Stadium
天下の台所 大起水産 八軒家浜 まぐろスタジアム
- Tenmabashi, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi
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山口 貴司Takashi Yamaguchi
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Mr. Yamaguchi is an earnest chef who continues to hone his skills to serve delicious seafood.
He was born in 1987 in Sakai-shi, Osaka. While working at Maguro Stadium, he actively absorbs the techniques and knowledge of his seniors. He visits various restaurants to study the taste and presentation of their food. He pursues not only the taste but also the visual appeal of his dishes, satisfying his guests' taste buds and hearts. He is a chef who is sincerely devoted to his cuisine, honing his skills to maximize the appeal of carefully selected ingredients.
山口 貴司Takashi Yamaguchi
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AVOCADO HOUSE NAMBA
AVOCADO HOUSE NAMBA
- Namba, Osaka
- Mexican/Central American,Global/International / Middle Eastern/Arab / Mexican/Central American / International/Fusion
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Baniku to Kaki no Sousaku Bal motto.
馬肉と牡蠣の創作バル motto.
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Horse Meat / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Oyster
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高田 将規Masanori Takada
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Mr. Takada was influenced by his grandmother to pursue a career in food. He was exposed to many food cultures in Japan and abroad.
He was born in 1998 in Hyogo. Influenced by his grandmother, he aspired to become a chef. After graduating from Ecole Tsuji Osaka, he entered Tsuji Culinary Institute of France. Having experienced about a year of on-the-job training at a local restaurant in France, he entered the world of chefs, which he had longed to do since childhood. At the age of 22, he worked at an Italian restaurant in his hometown that served kiln-baked pizzas. Then, at the age of 24, he worked as a chef at a food stall that was the predecessor of the current restaurant, followed by becoming the chef at Motto., when it was reopened.
高田 将規Masanori Takada
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Kyo-no-Yakiniku-dokoro Renzo Karasuma Main Branch
京の焼肉処 蓮蔵 烏丸本店
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Horumon (offal meat) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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得津 皓平Kouhei Tokutsu
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Mr.Tokutsu's interest in cooking led him to take his first steps as a chef.
He was born in 1990 in Kyoto. A part-time job as a student led him to discover the depth and interest of cooking. He started his career as a chef at a Yakiniku restaurant in 2009. Since then, he has honed his skills at Japanese kappo restaurants. He talked face-to-face with the current owner when considering his next career move. The owner's management theory and personality attracted him, so he decided to set up a new restaurant. He was appointed as head chef of Renzo Karasuma, which opened in December 2023.
得津 皓平Kouhei Tokutsu
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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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Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Kiyamachi Main Branch
京都スタンドきよきよ木屋町本店
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Local Japanese Cuisine / Sawa (cocktail of spirits and soda) / Sake
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山本 由矢Yuya Yamamoto
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His efforts and fate have led Mr. Yamamoto to build a career as a chef.
Mr. Yamamoto was born in 1989 in Kyoto. An acquaintance invited him to enter the world of chefs. He worked in hotel operations for about two and a half years, learning the basics of customer service and hospitality. After that, he became increasingly attracted to cooking, and his desire to make delicious food with his hands grew stronger. Amid such a situation, he had an opportunity to join Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Kiyamachi Main Branch. Currently, he is developing his cooking knowledge further while improving his handling of ingredients and cooking techniques.
山本 由矢Yuya Yamamoto
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J.S. BURGERS CAFE Kobe Harborland umie Branch
J.S. BURGERS CAFE神戸ハーバーランドumie店
- Harborland, Hyogo
- Hamburger,Western / Parfait / Sandwich / Hamburger
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平野 巡Jun Hirano
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On the world stage, Mr. Hirano is endlessly polishing up his skills and sensibilities as a chef.
He was born in 1978 in the United States. His career as a chef began at the famous French restaurant Pinot Provence in California. He has worked at the Tokyo American Club in Tokyo, Stella Maris, a one-star restaurant in France, and Chilli Padi, an ethnic restaurant in Australia. He also served as a chef for the U.S. Ambassador. He then opened the predecessor restaurant, STANDARD DELI, in 2000 and started J.S. BURGERS CAFE in 2007.
平野 巡Jun Hirano
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Kanzenkoshitsu × Shun no syokuzai Nanchi Tempura Teppan NANIWA
完全個室×旬の素材 南地 天ぷら鉄板 菜庭 －NANIWA－
- Namba, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Japanese Beef Steak
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堀之内 一弘Kazuhiro Horinouchi
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Mr. Horinouchi is an artisan chef who fascinates many people with his beautiful dishes that tell the story of the ingredients.
He was born in 1966 in Osaka. At the age of 18, he started his career as a chef. He has continued honing his Japanese cuisine skills by studying at various famous restaurants in Osaka Prefecture. Since March 2024, as head chef at NANIWA, he has been serving dishes that bring out the full potential of the ingredients. He pays close attention not only to the taste but also to the appearance of his dishes, attracting many people with his seasonal presentation. He is a passionate chef who always brings enthusiasm and curiosity to his cooking.
堀之内 一弘Kazuhiro Horinouchi
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Sumibi Yakiniku Hibinotei Nakamozu Branch
炭火焼肉ひびの亭 中百舌鳥店
- Sakai, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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岸本 英則Hidenori Kishimoto
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Mr. Kishimoto entered the world of Yakiniku after working in Japanese cuisine. Values how to present high-quality ingredients appealingly.
He was born in 1980 in Osaka. Entered the world of food and drink from the age of 18. In the beginning, he worked in Japanese cuisine as his main genre. He has honed his skills as a chef in Japanese cuisine, which, like Yakiniku, values its ingredients. After 5 years of experience at a kaiseki restaurant, he switched the genre to Yakiniku. Since around 2013, he has been working at the current restaurant. He is currently its manager.
岸本 英則Hidenori Kishimoto
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Niku no Asatsu
肉のあさつ
- Higashi-Umeda/Ohatsutenjin/Taiyuji, 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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Toki
刻季
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / French / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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中尾 健二Kenji Nakao
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With delicate sensibility and reliable technique, Mr. Nakao creates dishes that will catch the eye.
He was born in 1976 in Kyoto. After graduating from culinary school, he honed his skills at many restaurants and hotels. Since 2010, he has served as the head chef at Harmonie Embrassee Osaka, a prestigious luxury hotel featured in the Michelin Guide numerous times. His culinary creations enchanted many diners, leaving them deeply impressed. He currently serves as the chef at Toki, where he offers dishes showcasing his exceptional skills and delicate sensibilities.
中尾 健二Kenji Nakao
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Shabuzen Umeda Branch
しゃぶ禅 梅田店
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Sake
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袖岡 雅彦Masahiko Sodeoka
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Mr. Sodeoka aspired to become a chef because his father cooked for him as a child.
Mr. Sodeoka was born in 1963 in Kyoto. The delicious food his father cooked for him on holidays left a deep impression on him, inspiring him to become a chef. He trained at Japanese restaurants in Osaka and Kyoto and was involved in managing a tempura restaurant. After working primarily with fish and vegetables in Japanese cuisine restaurants, he joined "Shabuzen" around 2020 to challenge himself in beef cuisine. He is currently the head chef at "Shabuzen Umeda Branch".
袖岡 雅彦Masahiko Sodeoka
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Itamae Yakiniku Ikko Sennichimae Branch
板前焼肉一光 千日前店
- Namba, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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The skill acquired through years of experience in running a butcher shop. Never compromising on truly delicious meat.
He is from Hyogo. With a love for eating, he entered the culinary world from a hotel kitchen. After honing his skills at French restaurants in Ashiya and several yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurants, he desired to further explore high-quality meats. At the age of 30, he started running a butcher shop. He dedicated 15 years to selecting meat and sales. In 2018, by fate, he joined Itamae Yakiniku Ikko. Currently, he approaches the purchase of high-quality meat with a discerning eye and strives to make guests even more satisfied.
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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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Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Namba Dotonbori Branch
雌牛専門店 板前焼肉一牛 難波道頓堀店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Horumon (offal meat)
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尾形 陸Riku Ogata
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In his pursuit of wagyu beef's essence, Mr. Ogata provides guests with unrivaled flavors and experiences.
He was born in 1993 in Osaka. He was born in 1993 in Osaka. Since 2018, he has been the representative of 5 branches of Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu, specializing in "Japanese female beef," which is less fatty, light, and pleasant to eat. His policy is to not only provide delicious yakiniku but also value every detail of service. Taking great pride in providing service that makes customers smile before his eyes is the theme of his life; he always takes special care to make the restaurant and its customers happy.
尾形 陸Riku Ogata
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Kappa Ramen Honpo Izumisano Branch
河童ラーメン本舗 泉佐野店
- Kishiwada/Izumi/Izumisano/Sennan, Osaka
- Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Chahan (fried rice) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Tonkotsu Ramen (pork broth ramen)
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伊藤 純Jun Ito
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Fell in love with KAPPA HONPO president and started a career in ramen (noodles).
Born in Nara in 1985. He fell in love with the style of KAPPA HONPO in Sennichimae when working as a part-time staff, where he started his ramen career. The soup at branches of this chain stores varies according to the area. The [only one] taste always considers what the locals like.
伊藤 純Jun Ito
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Doikatsuman Gion Yasaka Branch
土井活鰻 祇園八坂店
- Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / Unagi (eel)
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土井 貴史Takashi Doi
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Mr. Doi converted his grandfather`s river fish store, established over 100 years ago, into an eel restaurant.
Mr. Doi's grandfather managed a river fish market in Kyoto's central wholesale market, so he was familiar with trade since he was a child. He trained under his grandfather after graduating high school and inherited the river fish market at the age of 26, after his grandfather passed away. In March 2018, he changed industries from the fish wholesale market, opening Doikatsuman and becoming the owner. After opening the first branch in Fushimi-Inari, he opened a second restaurant in Gion-Yasaka.
土井 貴史Takashi Doi
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Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu
田原本 マルト醤油
- Kashihara, Nara
- Japanese,Japanese / General
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大田 雄也Yuya Ota
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Offering local gastronomy with ingredients from Nara and MARUTO soy sauce.
Mr. Ota was born in 1981 in Mie. Started his culinary career after graduating from university. With 10 years of cooking experience in Tokyo, he relocated to Nara. He has worked in Japanese cuisine and a café-restaurant using Nara Prefecture's ingredients. In 2021, he became the head chef at Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu. Every day, he goes to the farm to grow, harvest, and cook nearly 150 varieties of vegetables a year. He welcomes guests with dishes that make the most of MARUTO soy sauce and Nara's ingredients.
大田 雄也Yuya Ota
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Italian Restaurant Tavola D'oro
イタリア料理 ターヴォラ ドォーロ
- Namba, Osaka
- Italian,Italian/French / Pasta / European / Beer
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栗岡 卓佐Takusuke Kurioka
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Mr. Kurioka was fascinated by authentic Italian cuisine.
During his student days, he spent time abroad and was fascinated with authentic Italian cuisine, especially the dishes served in ristorantes. After returning to Japan, he studied culinary arts at the Tsuji Culinary Institute. Upon graduation, he honed his skills at Italian restaurants in Osaka, Nagoya, and Tokyo.
栗岡 卓佐Takusuke Kurioka
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