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Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Shinsaibashi Main Branch
雌牛専門店 板前焼肉一牛 心斎橋本店
- Minamisemba, 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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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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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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IOTO - Kyoto Vegetable and Charcoal Grill -
京野菜と炭火料理 庵都
- Okazaki/Heianjingu (Heian Shrine)/Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Wine
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中村 健治Kenji Nakamura
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Showing an ability that goes above and beyond, Mr. Nakamura made steady progress, step by step.
Mr. Nakamura was born in 1972 in Kagoshima. Because his relatives managed their own restaurant, he had many chances to naturally experience delicious food. Wanting to cook his own cuisine instead of just looking at food, he began walking the path of cooking. After acquiring his cooking license, he began working at a Japanese restaurant in a hotel at Fukuoka. After that, he started working for the Hatoya Kanko Group, serving successively in roles such as head chef, executive chef, director, and executive chef. By chance, he joined Fufu Kyoto as head chef in October 2022.
中村 健治Kenji Nakamura
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Yakiniku Tamanoya
やきにく 玉乃屋
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Wine
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佐藤 優花Yuuka Sato
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Ms. Sato provides the finest Japanese beef and space to let customers enjoy delicious meat to the fullest.
Ms. Sato was born in 1991 in Shimane, the restaurant manager of Yakiniku Tamanoya. Started her career in the food industry because of her passion for providing a sense of joy and relaxation through food. After initially working for a company in Osaka, she switched to the restaurant business to fulfill her desire to provide an exceptional dining experience. Since taking on the manager role at Yakiniku Tamanoya in 2021, she meticulously ensures the meat's quality daily. She is dedicated to providing the best service possible, allowing her guests to enjoy the finest quality meat with utmost satisfaction. Her attentive and warm hospitality has evoked rave reviews.
佐藤 優花Yuuka Sato
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Kobe Koushiya
神戸仔牛屋
- Okamoto/Motoyama, Hyogo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle)
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イリタIrita
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Mr. Irita puts his heart and soul into every slice with the skill he has honed by dedicating himself to Yakiniku.
He was born in 1975 in Osaka. When he was around 24, he started his culinary training after working at a yakiniku restaurant. Since then, he has honed his skills in yakiniku exclusively for more than 20 years. As the manager of Kobe Koushiya, which serves only quality meat, including Kobe beef, he cuts each slice by hand with great care and thought. Respecting the delicacy of the meat, which changes in taste depending on the thickness and the way it is cut, he uses a special cutting method to serve the meat. He is committed to serving delicious meat in its best condition.
イリタIrita
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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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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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Matsusaka Gyuu Amiyaki Okuyama
松阪牛網焼き おくやま
- Yokkaichi, Mie
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Wine / General
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奥山 博Hiroshi Okuyama
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The culmination of his life and experience, "Matsusaka Gyuu Amiyaki Okuyama."
Born in Mie prefecture, in 1968. His parents loved sushi and the like, so they raised him in a "gourmet family." They were very interested in the world of food. He also decided to work in the food business, and started work at a hotel after he graduated high school. He polished his skills in Japanese, French, and other styles of cooking. Through his fascination for the proud local specialty of his hometown, Matsusaka Gyuu ushi, he came to work for the long-standing Matsusaka ushi (beef) specialty restaurant, "Asahi-ya," which further deepened his specialty knowledge. His experience up to this point culminates in the Matsusaka ushi specialty restaurant, "Matsusaka Gyuu Amiyaki Okuyama," which he opened in Yokaichi city.
奥山 博Hiroshi Okuyama
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Originator of Teppanyaki Steak Misono, Kobe Main branch
元祖鉄板焼ステーキみその神戸本店
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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元谷 和之Kazuyuki Motoya
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Without undermining the taste of Misono, the chef fuses French cuisine with the Japanese traditional teppan cuisine.
Born in Hiroshima prefecture in 1960. Studied abroad in France after graduating from the Tsuji Culinary Insitute of Abe Osaka. Took lessons in authentic cooking. Upon returning to Japan, began work at a Suntory affiliated Western-style restaurant for around seven years, gaining experience as a deputy chef. After retiring, made a fateful visit to the "Misono Restaurant Osaka." Currently testing skills at the "Misono Restaurant Kobe" after becoming fascinated by Teppanyaki. With 33 years of experience, now focusses upon cultivating the next generation and plays a role in leading the junior chefs.
元谷 和之Kazuyuki Motoya
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GRANCHA Koufukusaryou
GRANCHA口福茶寮
- 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 GRANCHA Koufukusaryou. 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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J.S. BURGERS CAFE Lalaport EXPOCITY Branch
J.S. BURGERS CAFEららぽーとEXPOCITY店
- Suita/Settsu, Osaka
- 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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Waniku Shokudo Wa Wa Wa
和肉食堂WWW −輪 和 笑−
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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石原 大輔Daisuke Ishihara
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Mr. Ishihara offers inspiring dishes of freshness and delicacy.
He was born in 1981 in Osaka. Following his childhood dream of becoming a chef, he studied at a Japanese restaurant in Osaka, Kourinbo. After that, he has been working as a chef at Waniku Shokudo Wa Wa Wa. His seasonal course meals are highly acclaimed and attract many fans.
石原 大輔Daisuke Ishihara
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Creative Japanese Confectionery Studio BASHOAN
創作和菓子工房 芭蕉庵
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Ice Cream / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Japanese Tea
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齋藤 有未Yumi Saito
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She jumped into the field of Japanese confectionery along with her passion toward sweets and people.
She was born in 1996 in Osaka prefecture. She often made sweets since she was a child, as she liked cooking and also satisfying people. She was so astonished by eating tasty [warabi-mochi (bracken-starch dumpling)] at [Bashoan], as well as its style of grinding a stone mill to make your own flower, that she longed to be on the providing side. She started working at [Creative Japanese Confectionery Studio Bashoan] in 2015. Currently she is actively working as its manager, offering the traditional tastes with her smile to bring the enjoyment she experienced to many people.
齋藤 有未Yumi Saito
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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－
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, 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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Coltrane Kyoto Branch
Coltrane 京都店
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Curry,Curry / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) / Curry / Beer
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中西 りえRie Nakanishi
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Ms. Nakanishi offers every dish with all her heart.
After working part-time at the affiliated restaurant Khaos Spice Diner, she became the manager of Coltrane Sanjo Kiyamachi Branch upon the restaurant's opening in August 2021. Her passion for curry never stops, such that she even goes out to eat curry on her days off.
中西 りえRie Nakanishi
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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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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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Amusez-vous
Amusez-vous（アミュゼヴ）
- Nishitenma, Osaka
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Wine
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赤澤 友和Tomokazu Akazawa
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A chef who creates a synergistic effect of seasonal, richly flavorful food and wine.
Mr. Akazawa is a native of Hiroshima. Since childhood, he has liked to cook, which led him to pursue a career in the food industry. He has trained hard and polished his skills in hotels for 9 years and French restaurants. His love of making things led him to create beautiful house-made chocolates, in addition to the overall cuisine at Amusez-vous. With the desire for customers to "enjoy their meals," he purchases carefully selected ingredients without deceit and transforms them into colorful dishes.
赤澤 友和Tomokazu Akazawa
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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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