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Recette

Recette

  • Shin-Kobe/Kitano, Hyogo
  • French,Italian/French / French / Wine

依田 英敏Hidetoshi Yoda

The Chef's Recommendations

Even the unique career, that he was a chef at an old-established eel restaurant, has become his strength.

He was born in 1960 in Osaka. He has a unique carrier as a French chef, as after graduating from a university, he first worked at an old-established eel restaurant with a 90-year history run by his parents, then entered the field of French cuisine. He had training under a French chef at [Le Pond Chel], and succeeded traditional French techniques where the ingredients are carefully and slowly cooked. After that training, he opened [Restaurant re.ci.pi] in 1992, then [Recette] in 2000.

依田 英敏Hidetoshi Yoda

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

稲田 慎也Shinya Inada

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

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)

元谷 和之Kazuyuki Motoya

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

CHIKICHIKI Temma Branch

CHIKICHIKI 天満店

  • Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
  • Yakitori/Kushiyaki (grilled skewers),Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Wine

大倉 祥幸Yoshiyuki Okura

With a quiet passion and a wealth of experience, Mr. Okura offers a dish made with the utmost attention to "grilling."

He was born in 1985 in Okayama. A part-time job in a restaurant, which he began while still a student, defined his destiny. After graduation, he once found a job in another industry. Still, his passion for the restaurant industry never cooled, and he took up the challenge again. For ten years, he honed his skills at a major yakitori chain restaurant, gaining a wide range of experience in everything from serving to cooking. Currently, he works as a Yakishi (expert in grilling) at CHIKICHIKI Temma Branch. It is his greatest pleasure to hear his guests say, "I'd like another one," as he carefully grills skewers daily.

大倉 祥幸Yoshiyuki Okura

BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE KITTE OSAKA

BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE KITTE OSAKA

  • Nishi-Umeda, Osaka
  • Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Seafood / American

坂口 照彦Teruhiko Sakaguchi

Mr. Sakaguchi listens to the voice of the ingredients and transcends culture as an explorer of deeper flavors.

He was born in 1971 in Osaka Prefecture. His childhood experience of making people smile with the food he cooked himself inspired him to pursue a career in cooking. After graduating from university, he trained at a hotel restaurant. He then spent 17 years working at an American restaurant, where he deepened his understanding of ingredient selection, cooking techniques, and authentic American culinary culture. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to "bringing happiness through food." His dishes exceed expectations, delivering surprise and delight, captivating even the most discerning gourmets.

坂口 照彦Teruhiko Sakaguchi

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

田村 裕文Hirofumi Tamura

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

BENJAMIN STEAK HOUSE KYOTO branch

BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE KYOTO

  • Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
  • Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Seafood / American

平野 啓司Keiji Hirano

A sincere attitude toward food brings a certain depth of flavor.

Mr. Hirano was born in 1974 in Kanagawa. His father's words encouraged him to enter the culinary world. After graduating from culinary school, he trained at a sushi restaurant and then gained diverse experience at hotels and Western restaurants in town. His proven skills and flexible ideas made him participate in the launch of BENJAMIN STEAKHOUSE KYOTO. With the creed of enjoying food, his attitude of bringing out the best ingredients has captivated many people's hearts and palates.

平野 啓司Keiji Hirano

Sennaritei Kyara

せんなり亭 伽羅

  • Hikone/Taga/Aisho, Shiga
  • Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese

久木 修次Shuji Hisaki

Pursuing dishes that incorporate Omi beef into Japanese cuisine. 

Since 1980, Mr. Hisaki has worked in hotels and sushi restaurants, honing his skills in Japanese cuisine. He joined the Omi beef specialty restaurant Sennaritei in 2003. He continuously researches and serves dishes featuring Omi beef, from appetizers to main courses. 

久木 修次Shuji Hisaki

SUIPARA #Doutonbori Waffle

SUIPARA#道頓堀ワッフル

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Sweets,Cafe/Sweets / Cake / Parfait / Others

池田 みのりMinori Ikeda

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

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)

川村 良平Ryohei Kawamura

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

Kyonomachi Umeda Branch

京の町 梅田店

  • Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
  • Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns

松山 秀一Hidekazu Matsuyama 

If you forget your gratitude, you won't be able to meet delicious ingredients.

Mr. Matsuyama is from Osaka. He has been involved in cooking for 45 years and has gained experience in various genres and many cuisines such as Japanese, Western, and Italian. Now, he is working hard to provide dishes that will please his customers by utilizing his experience and repeating trial and error in creative cuisine based on Kyoto cuisine.

松山 秀一Hidekazu Matsuyama 

KATSUDON

喝鈍

  • Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
  • Japanese,Japanese / Katsudon (fried pork cutlet bowl)

渡邉 誉Homare Watanabe

He succeeded his family business as he loved [Katsudon (rice bowl topped with cutlet)] made by his father who is a chef and the first generation of the main branch.

He was born in 1971 in Osaka prefecture. His father is the founder of [KATSUDON], now it is the main branch in Hozenji Yokocho. As he loved his father's [katsudon (rice bowl topped with cutlet)], he naturally decided to succeed his family business, and became a chef. In 1993, the second branch opened in Takimi-koji of Umeda Sky Bldg. and he takes charge of both operation and cooking. He carefully prepares [cutlet] one by one, without using frozen products or synthetic seasonings, with the motto of [domestic ingredients, quick, tasty, cheap]. By strictly following the taste of his father at the main branch, he keeps the tradition of this old-established restaurant. 

渡邉 誉Homare Watanabe

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-

  • Namba, Osaka
  • Japanese,Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Japanese Beef Steak

堀之内 一弘Kazuhiro Horinouchi

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

Creo-ru Dotonbori Branch

くれおーる道頓堀店

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Takoyaki (octopus balls)

中原 伸浩Nobuhiro Nakahara

Being told that the food he cooked was "delicious" was Mr. Nakahara's start.

He was born in 1973 in Toyama. In his part-time job as a student, he was told that the food he made was "delicious." That experience inspired him to decide to become a chef in the future. After graduating high school, he entered the culinary world and began training. He honed his skills at Ginza Aster and other yakiniku restaurants. He joined Creo-ru Corporation in 2012. Currently, he is working as a chef at Creo-ru Dotonbori Branch.

中原 伸浩Nobuhiro Nakahara

Nikuju Hokusai

肉重北斎

  • Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
  • Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

長谷川 竜介Ryusuke Hasegawa

Mr. Hasegawa assists guests in making good memories with friendly service and smiles.

He was born in 1978 in Kyoto. After working in the education industry for a long time, he became the manager of Nikuju Hokusai in April 2024 by chance. The restaurant aims to serve food within five minutes as a "fast food restaurant of Nikuju." However, that is certainly not the only thing he values. He also cares about communicating with guests and is good at capturing their needs instantly. With his experience, he is dedicated to providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

長谷川 竜介Ryusuke Hasegawa

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

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)

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

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

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

STAND GRANCHA

STAND GRANCHA

  • Nara, Nara
  • Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Ice Cream / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Japanese Tea

中嶋 善章Yoshiaki Nakajima

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 STAND GRANCHA. Working with ingredients with an honest attitude, he strives daily to convey the charm of Nara and tea.

中嶋 善章Yoshiaki Nakajima

Sandaime Wakihiko Shouten Shin-Fukushima Main Branch

三代目 脇彦商店 新福島本店

  • Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

松本 龍彦Tatsuhiko Matsumoto

If you forget your gratitude, you won't be able to meet delicious Japanese Wagyu.

Mr. Matsumoto is from Hyogo. He honed his skills by learning everything from cutting meat to judging it, mainly at famous restaurants in the Kansai region that specialize in meat dishes regardless of genre. Through his experience as a chef, he has always looked at meat, but the producers and suppliers understand the ingredients best. That is why he never misses saying, “Thank you for always supplying the best meat,” to Wagyu beef farmers and suppliers who carefully raise and deliver the beef.

松本 龍彦Tatsuhiko Matsumoto

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