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Hanabishi
花菱
- Iwade/Kinokawa/Hashimoto, Wakayama
- Japanese,Japanese
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大岡 正敬Masayoshi Ooka
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As the fourth-generation owner of a long-established family business, he is preserving his family's tradition and skills
Born in Wakayama prefecture in 1949, he is the fourth generation of his family to run this long-established restaurant that specializes in Mount Koya cuisine. He has inherited the restaurant, tastes, and techniques of his father and is preserving them for the modern era. Hanabishi is the finest purveyor of Mount Koya cuisine. Mr. Oka is extremely knowledgeable about all types of Japanese gastronomy, including shojin ryori (simple, vegetarian, Buddhist meals) and kaiseki (traditional Japanese course menu). He believes in working diligently and sparing no effort. He even makes a separate batch of broth for vegetarian dishes. He is trusted by both local regulars and new customers visiting the area as tourists.
大岡 正敬Masayoshi Ooka
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Izakaya Hokkai
居酒屋 北海
- Kawaguchi Lake/Fuji Yoshida/Yamanaka Lake, Yamanashi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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島田 勝弘Katsuhiro Shimada
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Please fully enjoy a luxurious experience having fruits of the sea at a place surrounded by mountains
They stock fresh seafood every day. Stick to the freshness of seafood more than necessary, as the restaurant is surrounded by mountains. All ingredients are carefully selected by the owner. They stock only the freshest seafood that can be eaten raw and serve them as sashimi, baked, or boiled in broth. making the best use of their taste. They focus on the seasonal ingredients. For example, abundant mountain vegetables can be served in spring, taking advantage of our location. Finish the dish only after getting the order to serve it in its best condition.
島田 勝弘Katsuhiro Shimada
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Washoku - shoujyou - Aoyama
和食 猩々 −shoujyou− 青山
- Gaienmae/Aoyama-Itchome, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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木下 正人Masato Kinoshita
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The skillful chef still keeps learning hard to seek for the essence of Japanese cuisine.
He was born in March 1970 in Tokyo. After graduating from school, he started his carrer as a Japanese chef at a wedding hall in Koenji. After having further training at a Chinese restaurant and udon (thick noodles) shop, he left the cooking field once to be a tiler. Then he came back to the cooking field and worked as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in Kagurazaka for 17 years, where he improved his skills in Japanese cuisine, and became the master chef in the latter half. In July 2017, he chose [Washoku - shoujyou - Aoyama] as his new workplace and started working there as the master chef. Currently he is serving tasty dishes using seasonal ingredients, respecting the basics such as [making broth] and [cooking rice].
木下 正人Masato Kinoshita
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Ajisai Shin
あじ彩 真
- Okayama Station, Okayama
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / General / Umeshu (plum wine)
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野上 真NOGAMI MAKOTO
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His role as a chef was passed down by his father
Our chef Mr. Nogami's father owned a restaurant that served udon and tempura. He tells us that back then, he had his sight set on running his own cafe some day. He worked as the head chef at a traditional Japanese restaurant for six years before returning to his roots to work another two and a half years as a chef. Ajisai Shin is the first establishment he has ever opened on his own. Here he wants his diners to be able to taste authentic Japanese cuisine in a casual and welcoming atmosphere.
野上 真NOGAMI MAKOTO
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SZECHWAN RESTAURANT
四川飯店
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Szechuan,Chinese / General / Chahan (fried rice) / Szechuan
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菅 浩憲Hironori Kan
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He hands down the traditional taste to the next generation.
He was born in 1962 in Ehime prefecture. After graduating from a culinary school, he entered [SZECHWAN RESTAURANT] in 1981. He started working at the Hiroshima branch, then accumulated training in other branches as well. In 1993, he became the master chef at the Kokura branch when it opened. He was also involved in opening the Matsuyama, Takamatsu, and also with the current Hakata branch in 2011.
菅 浩憲Hironori Kan
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CAFE AUX BACCHANALES
カフェ オーバカナル
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Omurice (omelet rice) / Steak / Others
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宮原 里紗Risa Miyahara
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Ms. Miyahara wants to work where she can confidently say she loves both the food and the atmosphere.
She was born in 1995 in Fukuoka. Chose to work in a restaurant since I like to meet people as well as cook. Attracted by the stylish interior, she joined the company that operates "CAFE AUX BACCHANALES" in 2013. Within 10 years, she studied at affiliated restaurants and progressed to the manager position. From August 2023, she has been working as the manager of CAFE AUX BACCHANALES, which opened in JR Hakata City. She pays attention to making her guests feel comfortable while also focusing on training employees.
宮原 里紗Risa Miyahara
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Toriyaki Hajime
とり焼 一
- Suidobashi, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken / Oyakodon (chicken and egg bowl)
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上山 和巳Kazumi Kamiyama
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Mr. Kamiyama is a chef who serves skewers individually with care for customers.
He was born in Saitama. With an interest in the restaurant business and having been exposed to the depth and enjoyment of the industry through part-time work, he began his career as a chef. He decided to pursue a career as a skewer chef and has been honing his culinary skills, intending to become an authentic chef. Currently, he is a chef at Toriyaki Hajime. Using carefully selected ingredients, he cooks them in a way that brings out the best of each part. Once you taste the hot yakitori, you will be impressed by the spread of deliciousness. He continues to provide customers with pleasant experiences.
上山 和巳Kazumi Kamiyama
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Sushi no Jirocho
寿しの次郎長
- Kurume, Fukuoka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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勝野 良治Ryoji Katsuno
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This well-respected, skillful, and athletic chef comes from a family with three generations of chefs and connects customers to flavors with an 80-year history.
He was born in Fukuoka Prefecture in 1974 into a sushi-making family. He was brought up playing in the kitchen. His grandfather bought him his own knife when he was in third grade at elementary school. This sparked a natural interest in cooking. As a student, he pursued athletics and even considered going to a sports college. However, he decided that he ought to follow in his father's footsteps and become a chef. He built up 17 years of experience at sushi shops and traditional Japanese restaurants in Fukuoka. Later, he took over at Sushi no Jirocho-the third generation of chefs from his family to work there-and has been there ever since. He is an instructor of the National Japanese Chefs' Association. He is also a lecturer in Japanese cuisine at Fukuoka School of Culinary Arts.
勝野 良治Ryoji Katsuno
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Sushi Urayama Main branch
鮨うら山 本店
- Sakae, Aichi
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)
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小山 和隆Kazutaka Koyama
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Mr. Koyama wishes for many people to taste the deliciousness of Hokuriku sushi (sushi developed in the Hokuriku region).
He was born in 1975. He welcomes guests every day, hoping that many people taste the deliciousness of Hokuriku sushi. He is leading busy days to ensure guests can enjoy the seasonal flavors of the Hokuriku region.
小山 和隆Kazutaka Koyama
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Shabu-Shabu Kou Higashimachi main branch
しゃぶしゃぶ紺kou 東町本店
- Asahibashi, Okinawa
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Okinawa Cuisine / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Awamori
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上地 秀一Shuichi Uechi
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His strong wish [to be a chef] has come true.
He was born in 1974 in Okinawa. As his parents were running a meat and fish shop, he was exposed to the ingredients since he was very young. That is why he already definitely wanted to be a chef at the age of 10. With this strong wish, he always took action [to be a chef]; walked and ate, cooked food by himself, etc. After graduating from Okinawa Cooking School, he worked for hotels, Kappo (Japanese style cuisine) restaurants, and Kaiseki (Traditional Japanese course cuisine) restaurants inside and outside Okinawa. He has been involved from the very beginning to get this restaurant opened.
上地 秀一Shuichi Uechi
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Steak and Hamburg Steak Outburst & Ponta
ステーキとハンバーグの店 Outburst & Ponta
- Nasu, Tochigi
- General,Western / Hamburger Steak / Steak / Wine
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石水 久美子Kumiko Ishimizu
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Taste exquisite dishes featuring the unique natural bounties of Nasu
Born January 1979 in Tokyo. Awakened to the fun of cooking through a part-time job at a restaurant when he was a student, and dropped out of college to pursue professional cooking. Initially polished skills at Obanzai(Kyoto style side dish) Restaurant in Tokyo, and after moving here to Nasu, has engaged in creative Japanese and Western dishes. Continues to provide the unique flavors of Nasu, which is blessed with many food sources, every day.
石水 久美子Kumiko Ishimizu
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Steak Kaisen Teppanyaki Kitakaze
ステーキ・海鮮 鉄板焼 北風
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Wine
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荒谷 利幸Toshiyuki Araya
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As a chef, he is making the most of the customer service skills he learnt at a hotel
Chef Araya was born on May 18th, 1974 and is from Yakumo town in Futami-gun, Hokkaido. He studied customer service at the Sapporo Grand Hotel, making use of this experience while training at a famous teppanyaki (grilled on hottplate) restaurant in Sapporo city. He has more than 17 years of experience as a chef, and now shows his skills at Steak Kaisen Teppanyaki Kitakaze.
荒谷 利幸Toshiyuki Araya
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Yakiniku Ichiro
焼肉 一路
- Otsuki/Tsuru/Uenohara, Yamanashi
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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長田 晃一Terukazu Osada
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He hopes that customers will love his food and choose to come back again
Born in July 1964 in Yamanashi prefecture, he attended culinary college in Tokyo after graduating from high school. In the evenings, he trained at a yakiniku (grilled meat) restaurant. He took over the running of the yakiniku restaurant established by his gourmand father. As well as taking the standard diligent approach to hygiene, he is also extremely particular about his suppliers. He investigates a number of different wholesale stores, so that he is able to serve the safest and most delicious meat. He hopes that customers will love his food and choose to come back again.
長田 晃一Terukazu Osada
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Kagurazaka Bettei Torijaya
神楽坂 別亭 鳥茶屋
- Kagurazaka, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Udon (noodles) / Nabe (hot pot) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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国府田 正Tadashi Koda
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Guided by his love of cooking, Mr. Koda entered the world of chefs.
He was born in 1965 in Tokyo. With his father running a Western-style restaurant, he developed an interest in cooking from an early age. He started his career in the Western food department at a hotel. After more than 15 years of experience, he became fascinated with Japanese food and continued training at a ryotei (traditional high-end Japanese restaurant) in Yushima. Currently, he is the third generation to take over the restaurant Kagurazaka Bettei Torijaya.
国府田 正Tadashi Koda
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Yakitori only Restaurant Sakuraya
焼鳥専門店さくら屋
- Miki/Ono, Hyogo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Chicken / Nabe (hot pot) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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竹内 浩司TAKEUCHI KOJI
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Our local chef takes pride in seeing not only his restaurant but the people of the area flourish
Born in 1975, a native of Kato city in Hyogo prefecture. A part-time job as a dishwasher gave him his start in the industry, and by the age of 18 he aspired to become a chef. While training up his skills at Japanese and pub cuisine, he also built up experience as a skilled manager and staff supervisor. Although by that point he was able to compete with the best of chefs, he decided to move back to Hyogo and open his own restaurant. As of August 2013 he became our head chef here at Restaurant Sakuraya.
竹内 浩司TAKEUCHI KOJI
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Pizzeria Bar ARICCIA
ピッツェリア バール アリッチャ
- Yomitan/Chatan, Okinawa
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Pasta
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Thomas PuglieseThomas Pugliese
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He loved the local cuisine cooked by his mother.
He was born in 1982 in Italy. He got interested in cooking as he liked the local cuisine cooked by his mother in Italy when he was a child. After graduating from school, he improved his cooking skills at a restaurant in Italy, then came to Japan in 2007. He encountered the owner of the current restaurant while accumulating experience at a renowned Italian restaurant in Tokyo. In 2015, he made a decision to open a new restaurant with the owner and opened [Pizzeria Bar ARICCIA].
Thomas PuglieseThomas Pugliese
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Tori no koku Bar Time to Drink
酉の刻 Bar Time to Drink
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / Cocktail / Whisky / Spirits
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中山 武Takeshi Nakayama
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Mr. Nakayama has the creativity to capture the thoughts and feelings of each guest.
He was born in 1985 in Aichi. After reading a manga about bartenders, he was fascinated by the world of warm hospitality that brings customers closer together, so decided to pursue this career. He is an award-winning cocktail competition veteran but has also worked in a diverse range of food and beverage businesses, including cafes, izakaya, and restaurants. In addition, he has been active in various fields, appearing at events, developing original drinks, and providing consulting services at the request of department stores and beauty and beverage manufacturers.
中山 武Takeshi Nakayama
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Les enfants gates
レザンファンギャテ Les enfants gates
- Daikanyama, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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松澤 直紀MATSUZAWA NAOKI
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A Chef Who Pursues New Tastes While Respecting Basic Skills
After graduating from vocational college, Chef Matsuzawa (born 1970) started working at a restaurant in Tokyo, where he was exposed to the French culinary world. Since then, he has been committed to French cuisine all his career. Widely viewed as a talented cook, he never forgets the spirit of innovation, saying "A starred restaurant's mission is to always pursue new tastes in addition to existing ones." His style is to bring out each ingredient's intrinsic tastes as much as possible, by combining the right ingredients and using simple cooking methods that do not alter the ingredients too much.
松澤 直紀MATSUZAWA NAOKI
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Hidagyu Tabedokoro Tengu
飛騨牛食処 天狗
- Hida/Takayama, Gifu
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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田川 徹平Teppei Tagawa
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A naturally-born chef taking over his long-standing family business.
Born in 1985, a native of Gifu prefecture. Raised in a family that manages an established meat shop Tengu Sohonten founded in 1927 in Hida Takayama area, it was natural for him to pursue a career in cooking. After training himself in the culinary art, he started working as a chef at Hidagyu Tabedokoro Tengu from 2014 which is under the direct management of Tengu Sohonten located next to the restaurant. This main shop is designated as one of Takayama city's important architecture.
田川 徹平Teppei Tagawa
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Niku Kappo Katsumata
肉割烹かつまた
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Beef Steak
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芳賀 信彦Nobuhiko Haga
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Mr. Haga is an artisan chef of Japanese cuisine who appreciates all the people involved and strives to do his best every day.
He was born in 1983 in Miyagi. Since childhood, he has loved delicious food and cooking and entered the world of food at 18. After honing his skills at several famous restaurants, he became the head chef at Katsumata in June of 2023, where he tries not to be too assertive in his cooking. His motto is to spend every effort to bring out the best ingredients and make no compromises in preparation. He values "people" above all else, including his guests, and he never forgets to thank the people he works with and the producers who deliver the ingredients to him.
芳賀 信彦Nobuhiko Haga
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