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Sushi Niebana
鮨にえばな
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi)
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小倉 一夫Kazuo Ogura
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With a strong passion for food since childhood, Mr. Ogura has been active both domestically and internationally.
He was born in 1967 in Hokkaido. Since his family was a caterer, he has had a strong interest in food since childhood. It naturally occurred to him that his future dream was to become a chef, and he entered the culinary world after graduating from school. He honed his skills mainly in Japanese restaurants and sushi restaurants. Since then, he has worked overseas, in Singapore and Germany, as well as in Niseko, Otaru, and Sapporo. Currently, he is active at Sushi Niebana, which opened in February 2023.
小倉 一夫Kazuo Ogura
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Sushi Isono
鮨 いその
- Odori Park, Hokkaido
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake
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磯野 直大Naohiro Isono
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He chose to enter the cooking field to spend his whole life doing what he likes.
He was born in Hokkaido. After graduating from a university in Sapporo, he started working at an office as a salaryman. Though he was happy with it, he decided to enter the cooking field to do what he loves. After training at a sushi shop in Otaru through the introduction of his acquaintance, he had further training in Tokyo for 2 more years to be a more confident chef. He returned to Hokkaido to open [Sushi Isono], and currently, he makes his best efforts to give excellent service to his guests, making use of his experience.
磯野 直大Naohiro Isono
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Hakodate Kaisenryori Kaikobo
函館海鮮料理 海光房
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Hokkaido Cuisine
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東谷 篤Atsushi Azumaya
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Naturally entered the world of cooking after growing up watching his aunt and mother run the restaurant.
Born in Oshamanbe. His aunt ran a restaurant there, which his mother worked at as well. Although he originally worked in a different industry, growing up watching his aunt and mother run the restaurant together naturally lead to him becoming a chef as well. After graduating from culinary school, he worked at hotels in locations such as Onuma, Lake Toya, and Noboribetsu. In Hakodate, he met his mentor Maejima at one of Hotel Hokke Club's Japanese restaurants, and began studying under him. He then worked as head chef at Hakodate Park Hotel and Hakodate Royal Hotel before taking up the position of head chef at Hakodate Kaisenryori Kaikobo.
東谷 篤Atsushi Azumaya
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Asahikawa Jingisukan Daikokuya Asahikawa Gochome Branch
旭川ジンギスカン大黒屋 旭川五丁目店
- Asahikawa, Hokkaido
- Genghis Khan (grilled mutton),Yakiniku/Steak / Genghis Khan (grilled mutton)
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手塚 慎太郎Shintaro Tezuka
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Mr. Tezuka conveys the appeal of Jingisukan to visitors through his excellent work and attentive customer service.
The first time Mr. Tezuka had Jingisukan at Daikokuya, he was charmed by that famous dish, energetic staff, and lively restaurant atmosphere. That made him want to work there, then he joined the company after showing his passion for Jingisukan to Daikokuya's owner. He works tirelessly to deliver the delicious taste of Daikokuya's Jingisukan to as many guests as possible.
手塚 慎太郎Shintaro Tezuka
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La Vista Hakodate Bay Seafood Chinese Cuisine KAI FOO ROU
ラビスタ函館ベイ 海鮮中華料理 海風楼
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Chinese,Chinese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / General
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福島 和弘Kazuhiro Fukushima
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He puts affection in each dish, bringing out the original tastes of the ingredients.
He was born in 1983 in Aomori prefecture. As his parents were busy working, he often cooked since he was a child, and naturally entered the cooking field. When he entered Hakodate Junior College, he was busy studying at the Department of Food Science Nutrition in the daytime, and at its culinary school at night. After accumulating experience as a Chinese chef at a hotel in Hakodate city, he entered [Seafood Chinese Cuisine Kaifuro] in 2010. Currently, he puts affection in each beautifully-finished dish, bringing out the original tastes of the ingredients.
福島 和弘Kazuhiro Fukushima
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Sushi Kappo Kakihachi
すし割烹 柿八
- Soen, Hokkaido
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sake
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Hokkai Seafood & Tokachi Beef Steak Restaurant Norte
北海シーフード＆十勝牛ステーキレストラン ノルテ
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- General,Western / General / French / Steak
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酒井 諭Satoshi Sakai
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He actively works as the executive chef of the western cuisine department at the [LA VISTA HAKODATE BAY].
He was born in 1962 in Hokkaido. He liked cooking for his family, and seeing them pleased. After graduating from TSUJI Culinary Institute, he actively worked in the kitchen of [Bistro Kanapeshu] in Sapporo for 10 years. He also accumulated many years of experience at the [Obihiro Grand Hotel] and [JR Hotel Nikko Northland Obihiro], then entered [LA VISTA HAKODATE BAY] in 2011. Currently, he actively works as the executive chef of the western cuisine department at the [LA VISTA HAKODATE BAY] and [HAKODATE BAY GOURMET CLUB].
酒井 諭Satoshi Sakai
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Izakaya Futami Sakaba
居酒屋 二海酒場
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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岡嶋 隆志Takashi Okajima
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Mr. Okajima sources ingredients through his unique channels, mainly focusing on the Otoshibe fishing port in his hometown of Yakumo-cho.
He was born in 1972 in Hokkaido. Since childhood, He has enjoyed watching cooking shows on television and dreamed of pursuing a career in the culinary world. From high school, he started working part-time at a restaurant and became a chef after attending a vocational school. After that, he trained in Japanese cuisine, such as at sushi restaurants and hotels, to polish his skills. In November 2021, after leaving a long-established izakaya (Japanese pub) in Hakodate, he opened "Izakaya Futami Skaba." He procures seafood through his unique channels, centered around the Otoshibe fishing port in Yakumo-cho, his hometown.
岡嶋 隆志Takashi Okajima
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Meimei-tei
羊羊亭
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Genghis Khan (grilled mutton),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Genghis Khan (grilled mutton) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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酒井 諭Satoshi Sakai
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He has been actively creating general western cuisine for many years, mainly at hotel restaurants.
He was born in 1962 in Hokkaido. He loved cooking to please people since he was a boy. After graduating from high school, he learned the fundamentals of cooking at Abeno Culinary School in Osaka. After working at [Bistro Kanapeshu] in Sapporo for 10 years, and [Obihiro Grand Hotel] and [JR Hotel Nikko North Land Obihiro] for many years, he has been actively working at [La Vista Hakodate Bay] since 2011. Currently, he is the executive chef at [La Vista Hakodate Bay] and [Hakodate Bay Bishoku Club].
酒井 諭Satoshi Sakai
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Sushi-dokoro Tatsutoshi
鮨処 竜敏
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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廣瀬 秀敏Hidetoshi Hirose
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Operates a renowned restaurant that has been loved for over a quarter of a century in Susukino.
Mr. Hirose was born in 1973 in Hokkaido. He chose the restaurant business as a job to acquire expertise. Entered a sushi restaurant in his hometown of Sapporo and began his life as a professional chef in earnest. At age 26, he opened his own restaurant in Otaru, where many of the best sushi restaurants are gathered. Three years later, he moved from the Otaru branch (closed) to Susukino and opened Tatsutoshi. Currently, he not only manages the restaurant but also takes part in Hokkaido product exhibitions held throughout Japan.
廣瀬 秀敏Hidetoshi Hirose
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Mexican Restaurant ViVA LA ViDA
本格メキシコ料理 ViVA LA ViDA
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Mexican/Central American,Global/International / General / Steak / Mexican/Central American
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中村 貴信Takanobu Nakamura
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A top-grade chef who learned not only Mexican but also other countries' cuisine such as French.
Mr. Nakamura was born in 1980 in Hokkaido. He started training at an ethnic restaurant in Sapporo in 1999. In 2004, came to Tokyo. He gained more experience as a chef at a Mexican restaurant with a long history in Tokyo, then became a sous chef (the second most important cook). To have more experience, he started working at a restaurant in Tokyo which had been awarded a Michelin star for consecutive years. After working three years there, he came back to Hokkaido. He experienced as a head chef at several restaurants in Sapporo and finally opened ViVA LA ViDA in 2015.
中村 貴信Takanobu Nakamura
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Otaru Takeno Sushi
小樽たけの寿司
- Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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武田 賢一TAKEDA KENICHI
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A personal connection led him to leave another career and become a sushi chef
This chef was born in April 1968 in Osaka. He was working in an architect's office when an invitation from the master of a restaurant where he had worked in his student days prompted him to become a chef. In March 2013, he opened Otaru Takeno Sushi, where he painstakingly prepares fresh fish which he serves to his customers.
武田 賢一TAKEDA KENICHI
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Sapporo Italian Restaurant Notte
札幌イタリアン notte(ノッテ）
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Italian,Italian/French / French / Pizza / Pasta
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木村 大輔KIMURA DAISUKE
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After a parttime job in the industry, he set his sights on the path to becoming a chef
Originally his job working at a restaurant was only a part-time affair, but as his interest in cuisine grew stronger, he decided to start down the path to becoming a chef. At the age of 22 he travelled to Tokyo to train at famous restaurants (French and Italian establishments in Aoyama, French in Ochanomizu) and after gaining enough experience, he returned to Sapporo and acquired his own store. Two years ago, "Notte" was opened for business. Now he serves as the backbone of a restaurant whose concept is high class authentic Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere.
木村 大輔KIMURA DAISUKE
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GRILL&WINE T's
GRILL&WINE T's
- Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
- General,Western / General / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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テリー ハマダTerry Hamada
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A chef with a career in luxury hotels in 12 cities in 7 countries.
Mr. Hamada was born in Tokyo. At 19, he moved to Canada to become a chef and gained citizenship. After that, he worked as a luxury hotel chef in 12 cities in 7 countries. Currently, he shows his skills as a general manager and chef at GRILL & WINE T's which opened in June 2022.
テリー ハマダTerry Hamada
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Yakiniku MOMOTARO
焼肉 もも太郎
- Asahikawa, Hokkaido
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle)
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大井 宏之Hiroyuki Oi
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Mr. Oi is a cook with integrity who always works carefully as well as speedy service.
He was born in 1969 in Hokkaido. After graduating from junior high school, he trained for five years at a long-established sushi restaurant and two years at a local restaurant before helping his father open a yakiniku restaurant. In 2002, he opened Yakiniku MOMOTARO at the current location. While striving for speedy service, he spares no effort in preparing the meat properly for serving. He is always eager to ensure customers leave the restaurant satisfied with their visit.
大井 宏之Hiroyuki Oi
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Sushi Yoshi
すし よし
- Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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西森 義幸NISHIMORI YOSHIYUKI
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The part-time job he had during high school led him to become a sushi chef, constantly striving to perfect the art of sushi making
He was born on October 6th, 1965, in Otaru City. Working part time during high school at a well-established sushi restaurant led him to pursue a career as a sushi chef. He continued to train at the same sushi restaurant after graduating from high school. After that he trained at several sushi restaurants, and also became a fisherman's apprentice in order to acquire skill in judging fish. He opened "Sushi Dokoro Yoshi" in 2005 near Sushiya Street in Otaru, where numerous sushi restaurants compete for customers. The sumptuous seafood dishes created by the owner, who has an exhaustive knowledge of seafood, bring in many people from great distances.
西森 義幸NISHIMORI YOSHIYUKI
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Very Very Strawberry
ベリーベリーストロベリー
- Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
- Italian,Italian/French / Neapolitan Pizza / Seafood / Cake
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伊藤 孝Takashi Ito
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Mr. Ito felt the limitless charm of authentic and delicious cuisine.
Mr. Ito is a native of Otaru. After graduating high school, he came to Tokyo with the aim of becoming an actor. However, he was deeply moved by experiencing authentic deliciousness at a French restaurant he worked part-time. Later, he has moved again by experiencing even more delicious authentic Italian cuisine, and he resolved to live his life walking the path of cuisine. He founded an Italian restaurant in Tokyo with a friend and built up his track record and experience, including making that restaurant prosperous. When he returned to visit Otaru, he fell in love with the buildings there and resolved to open his own restaurant in the city. He continues to provide authentic Italian cuisine to customers to this very day.
伊藤 孝Takashi Ito
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Chugoku Ryori Koka
中国料理 孝華
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Chinese,Chinese / General / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Szechuan
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富井 祥司Shoji Tomi
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His career in Chinese cuisine began when he decided to move to Tokyo to open a ramen restaurant.
Born in Niigata prefecture in July 1948, Mr. Tomi is the second son in a farming family. After graduating from middle school, he decided that he wanted to work in Tokyo, and from there, he moved into Chinese cuisine. After working for 10 years in Tokyo, he honed his skills for 13 years at the Korakuen Chinese Restaurant in Sapporo, Hokkaido. In 1987, he was appointed as a head chef at "Luhua", the Chinese restaurant in Sapporo Korakuen Hotel. Later, Mr. Tomi became a general head chef, overseeing all of the types of food prepared at the hotel. He has been working for a total of 23 years. In that time, he has taken on many important roles and been involved in the training of junior chefs and promoting development. He was awarded a Medal of Honor with a Yellow Ribbon by the Japanese government in Spring 2014.
富井 祥司Shoji Tomi
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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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Matsuo Jingisukan Asahikawa Branch
松尾ジンギスカン 旭川支店
- Asahikawa, Hokkaido
- Genghis Khan (grilled mutton),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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松本 寿子Hisako Matsumoto
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An absolute cooking enthusiast! Her endless interest in cooking led her to became a chef.
Chef Matsumoto was born in Hokkaido Prefecture. In the leading Hokkaido spa town Sounkyo, she was involved in the restaurant business as a waitress. She developed a passion for her job of serving food, as well as for the color and arrangement of the food on the four-legged trays the food was served on, which naturally led her to becoming a chef and obtaining her cooking license. In 2006, she joined Matsuo Jingisukan Asahikawa brunch, Gaining the deep trust of the owner, Matsumoto became like a right-hand assistant, and with her bright smile and kind consideration, she manages the restaurant with her certain cooking skills.
松本 寿子Hisako Matsumoto
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