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Kawagoe Kousushi 川越　幸すし Kawagoe, Saitama Japanese,Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sushi

長島　貴子Takako Nagashima

Inheriting the traditions of a long-established ryotei restaurant, Ms. Nagashima is also promoting the global appeal of Japanese cuisine.

She was born in 1976 in Saitama, the owner of Kawagoe Kousushi. Born and raised in a sushi kappo restaurant established in the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Kawagoe, Little Edo, she became familiar with Kawagoe culture and Japanese food from an early age. After gaining experience at Hotel Okura Tokyo and Tokyo Kitcho to learn the hospitality mindset of serving Japanese cuisine, she took over as the fourth restaurant owner in 2014. While preserving the traditions handed down from her predecessors, she is constantly exploring the evolution and possibilities of Japanese cuisine from a global perspective, including the creation of authentic Japanese dishes that are vegan-friendly.

長島　貴子Takako Nagashima

Yakiniku Tanmiya 焼肉　炭味家 Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean

山下　裕太Yuta Yamashita

Mr. Yamashita loves to eat and cook—a chef who has worked in Sushi and Japanese cuisine.

He was born in 1987 in Osaka. He has loved eating and cooking since he was a child. After working as a Sushi and Japanese cuisine chef, he now works at Yakiniku Tanmiya.

山下　裕太Yuta Yamashita

Sushi Nagayoshi 鮨　永吉 Fukushima/Noda, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi

永吉　昭夫Akio Nagayoshi

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

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)

尾形　陸Riku Ogata

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

Magurobito Betsuan Nihonbashi Branch まぐろ人別庵　日本橋店 Nihonbashi, Tokyo Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake

出口　瑠尉Rui Deguchi

Mr. Deguchi wants to thoroughly master his craft! With his stoic nature, he found himself becoming a sushi chef.

Mr. Deguchi was born in 1985 in Nagasaki Prefecture and grew up near the sea. So, fresh seafood was always on the table from a young age. After tasting various fish dishes, he decided to become a sushi chef handling fresh fish and moved to Tokyo. After 2 years of training at a sushi restaurant in Ginza, he was invited by a senior chef he admired to work at the affiliated restaurant where he now works. He is a stoic who pursues it to its end once he starts on a path. Presently, he is the general manager of all affiliated restaurants Hatazushi and Magurobito.

出口　瑠尉Rui Deguchi

Cambusa カンブーザ Yokohama Station, Kanagawa Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Pizza

小林　範好Noriyoshi Kobayashi

Mr. Kobayashi captivates guests with dishes full of passion and creativity.

Growing up watching his parents working as chefs, he entered the restaurant industry to take over the family business. As he honed his skills and knowledge, he became captivated by the depth of Italian cuisine. Driven by a desire to learn authentic flavors, he went to Italy to train in Sicily. After returning to Japan, he worked as a chef at an Italian restaurant. In 2024, he assumed the role of chef at Cambusa. He creates dishes that maximize ingredients' natural flavors, offering a simple yet profound tasting experience.

小林　範好Noriyoshi Kobayashi

Kawaei 川栄 Akabane, Tokyo Japanese,Japanese / Unagi (eel)

石井　勇介Yusuke Ishii

This young, 3rd-generation chef is polishing his skills under the watchful eyes of predecessor who is his teacher and his goal at the same time.

He was born in Tokyo in 1986. After graduating from high school and working in a different industry, he decided at the age 20 of that he was going to take over the family business, [Kawaei], someday. He set the goal of achieving the skill set of his father, the chef of the restaurant before he took over, and learned by observing him. In his 10th year working there, although he still said [my father is still a much better chef than I am], the previous generation watched over his technique as he took over the restaurant. While preserving the techniques passed down from his grandfather, he also takes a flexible approach to the changing era. In this way, he is aiming to establish a new style for the restaurant.

石井　勇介Yusuke Ishii

Shotaro 笑太郎 Yodoyabashi, Osaka Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Soba (noodles)

寺脇　拓Hiraku Terawaki

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

Grilled Aging Beef Yokohama Branch グリルド　エイジング・ビーフ　横浜店 Yokohama Station, Kanagawa Dining Bar,Dining bar / Steak / General / Garlic

田村　和人Kazuto Tamura

With heartwarming memories of his grandmother's cooking, Mr. Tamura aspired to become a chef.

He was born in 1979 in Ibaraki. His grandmother, a chef, has always treated him to delicious dishes since he was a young child. His admiration for his grandmother made him desire to create dishes, and he decided to pursue a career as a chef. After graduating from Ecole Culinaire Kunitachi at 18, he studied cooking in France, the home of authentic French cuisine. He trained for 8 years at a French restaurant in Tokyo and worked as a chef at a French restaurant in Kamakura. In July 2015, he joined Grilled Aging Beef Yokohama and currently works as the Kitchen Chief.

田村　和人Kazuto Tamura

Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ohashi Main Branch 博多もつ鍋　やま中　大橋本店 Minami-ku, Fukuoka Motsu Nabe (offal hotpot),Japanese / General / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot) / Local Japanese Cuisine

山中　幸一Koichi Yamanaka

An advisor who has maintained a particular taste since the days just after the founding of the company.

Mr. Yamanaka was born in 1952 in Kanagawa Prefecture. He began his career by working at a dining establishment in Okayama. At around the same time, his older brother, who was staying and working in Fukuoka, influenced by a friend native to that area, established the restaurant Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka in 1984. The restaurant quickly became very popular, and his brother asked Mr. Yamanaka to help, leading to his joining the company in 1987. He then continued to show off his skills as a chef in the restaurant. Currently, he is working as an advisor for HHakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ohashi Main Branch, taking an active role in the workplace.

山中　幸一Koichi Yamanaka

ROZZO SICILIA ロッツォ　シチリア Shirokane/Shirokanedai, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Mediterranean / Wine

中村　嘉倫Yoshimichi Nakamura

Dream of 2 apprentices after 10 years.

He was born in 1974 in Tokyo. Deciding to keep cooking as a hobby, he entered an ordinary university. However, his passion for cooking became irresistible when searching for his career during job seeking activities. He entered an Italian restaurant in Tokyo after graduating university and met Mr. Tsutomu Abe. Promising to have their own restaurant together in the future, they continued brushing up their skills. Returning Japan after 3 years of work in Sicily, 2 ex-apprentices opened [ROZZO SICILIA] together.

中村　嘉倫Yoshimichi Nakamura

Hikariya Higashi ヒカリヤ　ヒガシ Matsumoto Station, Nagano Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

?橋　有希Yuuki Takahashi

Making the best use of the rich bounty of Shinshu, Mr. Takahashi presents dishes full of wild flavor.

He was born in 1979 in Nagano. After graduating from Oda Cooking College, he joined Nadaman Co., Ltd. He worked for 13 years at "Kaiseki Ichukyo" in Ome-shi, Tokyo, where he served as sous chef. Then, he worked as a head chef at Kona Besso in Izunagaoka Hot Springs, Izunokuni-shi, Shizuoka for 5 years, and then joined Tobira Holdings Co., Ltd. He currently works at Hikariya Higashi as the general chef of Japanese cuisine.

?橋　有希Yuuki Takahashi

RY'S cafe bar RY'S cafe bar Maruyama Park, Hokkaido Wine Bar,Bars (pubs) / General / Italian / Wine

植木　虎之介Toranosuke Ueki

Researching every day in pursuit of "customer satisfaction."

Mr. Ueki is the chef at RY'S cafe bar. With his parents being cooks, he had many opportunities to be exposed to food from an early age. His interest in food grew daily, and he eventually became a chef himself. In addition to the recipes he has learned in his native environment, he takes on the challenge of developing a variety of menus, incorporating various self-taught ideas. He always seeks customer satisfaction, strives to improve his cooking skills, and creates more attractive menus.

植木　虎之介Toranosuke Ueki

Unagi Komagata Maekawa Main Branch 鰻　駒形　前川　本店 Asakusa, Tokyo Japanese,Japanese / Unagi (eel) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

小林　秀之Hideyuki Kobayashi

Ever since he started working as a part-time at a unagi restaurant, unagi has become his life work.

He was born in 1975 in Chiba. After graduating from a cooking school, he started working at a sushi restaurant. He worked there for about a year, but was always feeling that the job was not for him. He then started working for an unagi (eel) restaurant as a part-timer, where he eventually became a full-time worker. He gained a wide variety of experience as an unagi chef. In 2011, he started working at Unagi Komagata Maekawa Main Branch, and is now working as a chef for this restaurant.

小林　秀之Hideyuki Kobayashi

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)

岸本　英則Hidenori Kishimoto

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

Yakiniku Kakura Gion Branch 焼肉かくら　祇園店 Kawabata/Gion, Fukuoka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Wine

永原　圭修Keisuke Nagahara

A promising young chef who learned the basics at culinary school and is now studying hard for yakiniku.

Mr. Nagahara was born in 2000 in Saga. After graduating from high school, he studied knowledge and skills at culinary school and obtained a cooking license. He then worked in kitchen operations at various establishments, including izakaya (Japanese pub). Then, he joined 55 Company based in Saga and operates several restaurants, serving Saga beef and other high-quality yakiniku at reasonable prices in the Kyushu area. Since the spring of 2023, he has worked in the kitchen and as a waiter at the Yakiniku Kakura Gion Branch in Hakata-, Fukuoka City. Currently, he is studying yakiniku very hard.

永原　圭修Keisuke Nagahara

Kushinobo Kyoto Station Branch 串の坊　京都駅店 Kyoto Station, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers)

木本　龍治Ryuji Kimoto

Simple in appearance but requires creativity and meticulous preparation.

Born in 1970 in Hyogo prefecture. He worked at a major grocery store chain after graduating high school, earning his knowledge and experience by supplying fresh vegetables and seafood. In 1991, he entered Kushinobo through his acquaintance. He learnt the basics in preparing ingredients and deep-fried dishes to refine his technique. He now assumes the role of manager at Kushinobo Kyoto Station branch and puts his heart into preparing ingredients for each menu.

木本　龍治Ryuji Kimoto

Ninja Yakiniku 忍者焼肉 Asakusa, Tokyo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak

松本　慎也Shinya Matsumoto

A chef who uses his wealth of knowledge and experience to deliver an experience that shocks the senses.

Mr. Matsumoto was born in 1970 in Kanagawa. At the age of 18, he joined a major restaurant chain. After working there for ten years, he became involved in the sixth industry, which covers a wide range of activities from production to sales. His work at the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Wholesale Market has deepened his knowledge and understanding of meat. By chance, he started working at Ninja Yakiniku in July 2024. He cuts meat based on his experience. "It's a matter of course that it tastes good. I want to impress my guests," he says, revealing his passion for the food and the restaurant.

松本　慎也Shinya Matsumoto

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

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

平野　巡Jun Hirano

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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Kawagoe Kousushi

Inheriting the traditions of a long-established ryotei restaurant, Ms. Nagashima is also promoting the global appeal of Japanese cuisine.

Yakiniku Tanmiya

Mr. Yamashita loves to eat and cook—a chef who has worked in Sushi and Japanese cuisine.

Sushi Nagayoshi

Mr. Nagayoshi polished his skills at a long-standing restaurant headquartered in Tsukiji and adheres to Edo-mae techniques and essence.

Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Namba Dotonbori Branch

In his pursuit of wagyu beef's essence, Mr. Ogata provides guests with unrivaled flavors and experiences.

Magurobito Betsuan Nihonbashi Branch

Mr. Deguchi wants to thoroughly master his craft! With his stoic nature, he found himself becoming a sushi chef.

Cambusa

Mr. Kobayashi captivates guests with dishes full of passion and creativity.

Kawaei

This young, 3rd-generation chef is polishing his skills under the watchful eyes of predecessor who is his teacher and his goal at the same time.

Shotaro

Mr. Terawaki started his career in the food and beverage world at 17, building a wealth of experience along the way.

Grilled Aging Beef Yokohama Branch

With heartwarming memories of his grandmother's cooking, Mr. Tamura aspired to become a chef.

Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ohashi Main Branch

An advisor who has maintained a particular taste since the days just after the founding of the company.

ROZZO SICILIA

Dream of 2 apprentices after 10 years.

Hikariya Higashi

Making the best use of the rich bounty of Shinshu, Mr. Takahashi presents dishes full of wild flavor.

RY'S cafe bar

Researching every day in pursuit of "customer satisfaction."

Unagi Komagata Maekawa Main Branch

Ever since he started working as a part-time at a unagi restaurant, unagi has become his life work.

Sumibi Yakiniku Hibinotei Nakamozu Branch

Mr. Kishimoto entered the world of Yakiniku after working in Japanese cuisine. Values how to present high-quality ingredients appealingly.

Yakiniku Kakura Gion Branch

A promising young chef who learned the basics at culinary school and is now studying hard for yakiniku.

Kushinobo Kyoto Station Branch

Simple in appearance but requires creativity and meticulous preparation.

Ninja Yakiniku

A chef who uses his wealth of knowledge and experience to deliver an experience that shocks the senses.

Hokkaido Sakaba Kita-no Kazoku Namba Sennichimae Branch

J.S. BURGERS CAFE Kobe Harborland umie Branch

On the world stage, Mr. Hirano is endlessly polishing up his skills and sensibilities as a chef.