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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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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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Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei
黒毛和牛肉匠いちえ 個室別邸
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)
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西尾 僚Ryo Nishio
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A part-time job during college led Mr. Nishio to become a chef.
He was born on February 13, 1989, in Kochi. Having always been interested in cooking, he found the joy and fun of cooking through part-time work in a restaurant as a student. He became especially interested in beef and worked at a restaurant specializing in beef. After working at a Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) restaurant, he joined "Kuroge Japanese Beef Motsu Nabe Ichie" (Japanese beef hot pot). Following his experience at a kushiyaki restaurant, he joined Ichie, a Japanese black beef hot pot restaurant. Then, he moved to Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie, where he continues to work today.
西尾 僚Ryo Nishio
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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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Pontocho HOUSHOAN
先斗町 烹祥庵
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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Sushi Nagayoshi
鮨 永吉
- Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi
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永吉 昭夫Akio Nagayoshi
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Mr. Nagayoshi polished his skills at a long-standing restaurant headquartered in Tsukiji and adheres to Edo-mae techniques and essence.
Mr. Nagayoshi was born in 1967 and is a native of Osaka. Longing to be a sushi artisan since he was a boy, he trained at a long-standing restaurant with its main ranch in Tokyo Tsukiji outdoor market after graduating high school. He started by learning at a Umeda restaurant, and his 26 years of experience expanded all over Japan, from Tokyo to Nagoya, Osaka and Kyoto. After serving as store head in Osaka and Kyoto, he struck out on his own at age 45 and opened Sushi Nagayoshi. His carefully done work that values Edo-mae techniques and his informal style has gathered a lot of support for him.
永吉 昭夫Akio Nagayoshi
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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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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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Watahan
わた半
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Steak
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田村 裕文Hirofumi Tamura
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Hoping to create smiles with delicious food from Tamba, Mr. Tamura opened Watahan with his family.
Mr. Tamura was born in 1966 in Osaka and raised in Kobe since the age of 7. At 22, he started his career as a chef at a Teppanyaki (iron griddle cooking) restaurant. He learned about cuisine, customer service, and meat, then opened Watahan in 1993. He has endeavored to create a friendly restaurant with warmth and hospitality for his guests. As the manager, he and his younger sister are currently looking to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the restaurant's opening, and he is running the restaurant to apprise the new generation of the deliciousness of Sanda beef.
田村 裕文Hirofumi Tamura
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Shotaro
笑太郎
- Yodoyabashi, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Soba (noodles)
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寺脇 拓Hiraku Terawaki
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Mr. Terawaki started his career in the food and beverage world at 17, building a wealth of experience along the way.
He was born in 1981 in Toyonaka, Osaka. He started his training as a chef at a sushi restaurant when he was 17. After working at a sushi restaurant for 9 years, he worked at a soba restaurant for 7 years. After years of gaining experience, he became independent at 34. In 2011, he opened Rakutaro as the owner. In December 2021, the restaurant was relocated, and he began a new restaurant, Shotaro. He personally selects seafood and other ingredients at the market, purchasing high-quality ingredients and always striving to provide guests with the most delicious meals.
寺脇 拓Hiraku Terawaki
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Kyoto Gion Kawamuraryorihei
京都祇園 川村料理平
- Gion, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kyoto Cuisine / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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川村 良平Ryohei Kawamura
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He started his cooking career at the age of 15
He entered the world of cooking at the age of 15, starting his training at a well-established Japanese cuisine restaurant in the Osaka Minami area. After that he worked as a chef for 17 years before he became independent. In 2012, he opened [Kawamuraryorihei] in Gokomachi of Kyoto and their Japanese cuisine, prepared with selected seasonal ingredients, became popular. In the fifth year after opening, in 2016, his second restaurant [Kyoto Gion Kawamuraryorihei] was opened. At the moment, he spends his days polishing his skills while appreciating his customers and the people around him who have supported him from the beginning until now.
川村 良平Ryohei Kawamura
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Tofu-ya
とうふや
- Ise, Mie
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Tofu Dishes
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千原 昌也Masaya Chihara
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His signature crafted tofu cuisine comes backed by years of Japanese culinary training.
He was born in 1969 and grew up in Mie Prefecture. During his childhood, he would catch fish on his own to cook with, which was the beginning of his culinary dreams of becoming a chef. After he graduated from high school, he went on to spend three years in Nagoya to gain experience at the restaurant Nadaman in the Tokyu Hotel. From there, he went back to his hometown in Ise to work with traditional Japanese cuisine at a restaurant named Katsuragawa. After three additional years of training, he went on to spend 10 years working at Sushi Kyu on the historic Okage Yokocho side street. At age 35, he joined Tofu-ya and eventually worked his way up to become a head chef. You can find him there today preparing a wide variety of tofu and other soy-based dishes.
千原 昌也Masaya Chihara
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Kyoyuke Yokikana
京夕け 善哉
- Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine
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笹井 喜晃Yoshiakira Sasai
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An education major who discovered a passion for cooking has earned a Michelin star.
Mr. Sasai was born in 1966 in Kyoto. He initially aimed to become an elementary school teacher and was enrolled in the education faculty at the university. However, while working part-time in eateries like cafes, he discovered a passion for the food industry. To learn Japanese cuisine in his hometown of Kyoto, the heart of Japanese culinary art, he joined Gion Ryori Toriimoto for training. His authentic and refined Kyoto cuisine, rooted in the techniques of a traditional ryotei, has gained many admirers. Since its inclusion in the Michelin Guide for Kyoto and Osaka in 2010, the restaurant has maintained a one-star rating.
笹井 喜晃Yoshiakira Sasai
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Kitashinchi Sushi Senkoudo
北新地 鮨 千功堂
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sake
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竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi
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Mr. Takechi delivers moments of happiness to his many customers with deliciousness that he creates with his own skill.
He was born in 1986 in Osaka. With a desire to please others, he decided to pursue a career in the culinary field, obtaining a cooking license while still in high school. His first job after culinary school was Italian, which is the opposite of sushi. After that, he experienced different types of food to learn more about different cuisines. He felt sushi was the simplest way to enjoy food, so he now works as a sushi chef.
竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi
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Namba Teppanyaki Sublime
難波 鉄板焼き Sublime
- Namba, Osaka
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / General / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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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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SUIPARA #Doutonbori Waffle
SUIPARA#道頓堀ワッフル
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Sweets,Cafe/Sweets / Cake / Parfait / Others
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池田 みのりMinori Ikeda
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Offers "memorable sweets" that are fun to look at and delicious to eat.
Ms. Ikeda is from Osaka. She has experience in restaurants in the Osaka area, mainly cafes. Currently, active as a staff member of SUIPARA #Doutonbori Waffle. She offers "memorable sweets" in Dotonbori that look fun to look at, taste good to eat, and come in various attractive variations.
池田 みのりMinori Ikeda
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Table36
テーブル36
- Namba, Osaka
- Buffet,Buffet / General / Italian / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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𠮷田 博人Hiroto Yoshida
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Mr. Yoshida's interest in creating things led him to the world of French and Italian cuisine.
He was born in 1969 in Osaka. Being deeply interested in making and creating things, he wanted to express himself through cooking and decided to become a chef. Started his career as a banquet chef at Miyako Hotel Osaka. In 2003, he moved to All-Day Dining in Swiss Hotel Nankai Osaka (former Nankai South Tower Hotel Osaka), where he continued his training. He then became the head chef at Table 36, preparing dishes that make the most of his experience.
𠮷田 博人Hiroto Yoshida
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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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Naniwa Yakiniku Nikutareya
浪花焼肉 肉タレ屋
- Tennoji/Abenobashi, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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今井 祐貴Yuuki Imai
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Mr. Imai always has a desire to improve and approaches his daily work with a sincere attitude.
He was born in 1987 in Osaka. As a child, he wanted to become an itamae (Sushi chef), but through a part-time job in high school, he was exposed to meat dishes and became fascinated by the attraction of meat. Later, he gained experience at an izakaya (Japanese-style bar) and a Yakiniku restaurant and deepened his understanding of food. Through a connection with the owner, he joined Naniwa Yakiniku Nikutareya. Utilizing his years of experience and the skills he has cultivated, he is now also responsible for the management of the restaurant as manager.
今井 祐貴Yuuki Imai
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