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Manmamia Sapporo
まんまみーや札幌
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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上堀 義晴Yoshiharu Uebori
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Aiming to be a restaurant that customers love, Mr. Uebori continues to work on cooking and service every day.
Mr. Ueboroi was born in 1972. He has experience as a chef at various izakaya (Japanese-style pubs) in multiple regions, with Japanese food as his main genre. He joined Frontier One around 2000. He serves dishes to the guests at Manmamia Sapporo as a chef while managing the restaurant. Aiming for the restaurant to be loved by the guests, he focuses on cooking and service every day.
上堀 義晴Yoshiharu Uebori
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Tagoto Kouetsuho Keio Department Store Branch
田ごと 光悦舗 京王百貨店新宿店
- Shinjuku West Exit/Tochomae, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine
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幣原 幸秀Yukihide Shidehara
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Mr. Shidehara entered the world of Japanese and Kyoto cuisine out of a longing for a career as a chef.
He was born in 1968 in Tokyo. With a yearning to become a craftsman, he decided to become a chef, a more familiar artisan. He began his training at a kappo restaurant in Ginza. In 1990, he obtained a chef's license. After three years of training at Ginza's Ryotei restaurant "Kanetanaka," he was transferred to its Hong Kong branch in 1996, serving as sous chef. In 1998, he joined "Tagoto Koetsuho Keio Department Store Shinjuku," inspired by his desire to learn Kyoto cuisine at a well-established restaurant and the passion of the manager at the time. In 2017, he became the head chef of the restaurant.
幣原 幸秀Yukihide Shidehara
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Khaos Spice Diner Kyoto Sanjo Branch
カオススパイスダイナー 京都三条店
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Spicy Curry,Curry
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西本 俊治Shunji Nishimoto
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No curry. NO life
Mr. Nishimoto spent eight years in an Italian restaurant, eight years in a Western cuisine restaurant, and three years in a curry restaurant. Learned soup curry and European-style curry and became independent. After that, he joined Khaos Spice Diner.
西本 俊治Shunji Nishimoto
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Yakatabune Amiko
屋形船 あみ幸（あみこう）
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- Yakatabune (houseboat)/Cruise boat,Other
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遠藤 博文Hirofumi Endo
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The chef devotes himself into seeking for dishes better than the exquisite view from the yakatabune (Japanese houseboat).
Though he was originally operating a yakatabune (Japanese houseboat), in his 20's he turned over a new leaf in life and started further training to be able to offer better cuisine for which many guests come back to his yakatabune. Currently he devotes himself into creating menu, not only with tempura, their specialty, but also dishes that are better than the exquisite view from the yakatabune, and spare no effort to using seasonal high-quality ingredients. He is working actively at Amiko bringing out the original tastes of the ingredients, and sticking to using seasonal ingredients.
遠藤 博文Hirofumi Endo
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Motsunabe Heiwaya
もつ鍋 平和家
- Nagasaki City, Nagasaki
- Motsu Nabe (offal hotpot),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot)
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龍 伸浩Nobuhiro Ryu
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After many experiences, Mr. Ryu reevaluated the charms of his hometown and local food.
He was born in 1964 in Nagasaki. Initially, he worked as a chef at Roppongi's restaurant "Inakaya" for three years. After that, he went into a different industry, but after living in New York City, he rediscovered the beauty of Japanese food culture. He then returned to his hometown of Nagasaki and decided to pursue a career in the food industry again. At the age of 38, he opened Heiwaya. At first, the restaurant was well known for its Udon (noodles). Later, he changed the restaurant's business to focus on Motsunabe. He satisfies diners with its signature Motsunabe and seasonal fish.
龍 伸浩Nobuhiro Ryu
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JB the DINING BAR
JB the DINING BAR
- Tachikawa, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Italian / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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内野Uchino
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A career change motivated by a passion for food. The skilled chef whose techniques have been refined through experiences both in Japan and overseas.
Ms. Uchino was born in Tokyo. Originally working in the fashion industry, she decided to make a career change because of his high interest in food, so she knocked on the door of a French restaurant. She then went to Italy for further training to deepen her insight as a chef. After returning to Japan, she worked at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo, acquiring skills in everything from main courses to desserts. Currently, she works as a chef at JB the DINING BAR.
内野Uchino
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Ryouriya Somekawa
料理屋 染川
- Gotanda, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake
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染川 昌裕Masahiro Somekawa
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Mr. Somekawa is a Japanese cuisine master who brings smiles and happiness through food overflowing with seasonal delicacies.
He was born in 1976 in Kagawa. He began training at Nicho, a long-established Ryotei (Japanese restaurant) in his hometown and honed his skills at a Japanese restaurant in a hotel in Omi-Hachiman, Shiga. He then moved to Tokyo, where he studied at the Ginza branch of the famous Ryokan "Kagaya," which has its main restaurant in Wakura Onsen, Ishikawa, and also worked as the head chef of the restaurant's Tokyo Ariake branch. In 2015, he established his own restaurant, Somegawa, in Ikedayama, a historical residential place on high ground in the Jonan area. His seasonal omakase course, which is based on his belief that "cuisine makes people happy," is well-known among food connoisseurs.
染川 昌裕Masahiro Somekawa
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Shibuya Niku-Yokocho Teppan
渋谷肉横丁 てっぱん
- Shibuya Center-Gai/Koen-Dori, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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宮坂 学Manabu Miyasaka
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Former Thai restaurant owner, pioneer of Thai cuisine in Japan.
Mr. Miyasaka was born on February 6, 1963, in Tokyo. He opened a Thai restaurant in Kichijoji in 1986. Traveled abroad for 10 years to train in Thai cuisine. He also has a unique background, serving as a high school baseball coach for 17 years. Also becoming well-known as the father of one of Comdot's (famous Japanese Youtuber) local friends, Kanata. He is a friendly and friendly person who puts his heart and soul into every dish.
宮坂 学Manabu Miyasaka
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Super Dining Verdure
スーパーダイニング ヴェルデュール
- Kinshicho/Sumiyoshi, Tokyo
- Buffet,Buffet
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前田 勝士郎Katsujiro Maeda
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A specialist in Western cuisine who has been a great support to Tobu Hotels' restaurants.
Mr. Maeda was born in 1970 in Shizuoka Prefecture. Influenced by his chef father, he entered the hotel industry as a chef in 1988. After becoming a Tobu Hotel employee in 1998, he acted as the head chef at Tobu Hotels in Shibuya, Asakusa, and Kinshicho. His skills are the pride of Tobu Hotels, and he has supported the hotels' restaurants for many years while striving to serve food that puts the guests first. He works hard to implement new approaches while building restaurants that allow guests to feel comfortable as they enjoy their meals.
前田 勝士郎Katsujiro Maeda
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Yakiniku Ishigakijima Misakigyu Akasaka Branch
焼肉石垣島美崎牛 赤坂店
- Akasaka, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Wine
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阿次富 洋貴Hirotaka Ajitomi
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Presenting the charm of "Misaki Beef" in Akasaka.
Mr. Ajitomi was born in 1975 in Okinawa. Since the opening of Misaki Beef Honten Co., Ltd. and the launch of the brand, he has worked to develop the Misaki Beef brand. Having experience as a chef and in in-store meat sales and wholesale, he has conveyed the appeal of "Misaki Beef" from various angles. Currently, he is working as a chef at Yakiniku Isigakijima Misakigyu Akasaka branch, spreading the charm of "Misaki Beef" from a corner of Akasaka.
阿次富 洋貴Hirotaka Ajitomi
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Kushiage Nakaya Higashi-Azabu
串揚げ なかや 東麻布
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Kushiage/Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers),Japanese / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Wine
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依知川 高明Takaaki Ichikawa
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Mr. Ichikawa pursues the charm of new skewers that can impress guests.
Kushiage Nakaya Higashi-Azabu opened in January 2022. As a new challenge, he aims to create a restaurant that offers sophisticated cuisine and space and provides guests with a high-quality, extraordinary experience. The charm of Kushiage is the infinite possibilities that transcend genres and ingredients. With fresh, seasonal ingredients and a unique approach, he produces a delicious taste unique to Kushiage Nakaya.
依知川 高明Takaaki Ichikawa
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Shintomicho Maruyasu
新富町 丸安
- Hatchobori, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Cookshop / Sake
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小栗 洸介Kosuke Oguri
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Mr. Oguri is the owner who brings out the true worth of the ingredients by naturally combining deep flavors.
He was born in 1988 in Chiba. After graduating from university, he worked as a sales representative for a manufacturer. Inspired by his relatives working in the food and beverage industry, he became interested in this field. He resigned from his job and studied at several Japanese restaurants in Tokyo. In April 2024, he opened his own restaurant, Maruyasu. His simple yet profound cuisine, which makes the most of the unique flavors of ingredients, has impressed and satisfied many people.
小栗 洸介Kosuke Oguri
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Sapporo Yakiniku Itsumokoko Susukino Main Branch
札幌焼肉いつもここ すすきの本店
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Genghis Khan (grilled mutton) / Local Japanese Cuisine / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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千葉 洋之Hiroyuki Chiba
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The owner enjoys cooking based on his grandfather's instruction.
Mr. Chiba was born in 1982 in Hokkaido. Receiving guidance from his grandfather, who ran a Yakitori restaurant in Sapporo, triggered his interest in cooking, and he woke up to the joy of cooking from elementary school. He worked in a department store as a vegetable buyer, spotlighting ingredients that are the starting point of food. After that, he trained at a Yakiniku restaurant and became the manager, performing his skills as both a manager and a chef. Then, he left the company to open his own Yakiniku restaurant and opened Sapporo Yakiniku Itsumokoko Susukino Main Branch in August 2024.
千葉 洋之Hiroyuki Chiba
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Sushi Sukiyaki Akamechan
寿し・すき焼き あかめちゃん
- Kanazawa Station, Ishikawa
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Sake
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清水 義男Yoshio Shimizu
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A father and daughter take on a new challenge.
For more than 50 years, Mr. Shimizu has been making sushi at Akame Sushi, which has been loved by locals and tourists in front of Kanazawa Station. Responding to the voices of guests who want to drink in a relaxed atmosphere, enjoy meat dishes as well as fish, and relax with loved ones, he opened Sushi Sukiyaki Akamechan on March 1, 2023. He is trying out his new dream by teaming up with his daughter, who is challenging herself in the restaurant business from a different industry, hoping to cheer up people of her generation.
清水 義男Yoshio Shimizu
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Craft Burger & Grill Jiro
Craft Burger＆Grill Jiro
- Ueno, Tokyo
- Hamburger,Western / General / American / Beer
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高山 光弘Mitsuhiro Takayama
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Mr. Takayama inherited the "genes of chefs" and followed the path of a professional.
He was born in 1976 in Tokyo to parents who run an izakaya (Japanese-style pub). From an early age, he aimed to be a chef and, after graduating from high school, entered a culinary school. Following graduation, he studied Western cuisine at hotels and wedding halls and continued training. Then, gaining experience in a variety of restaurants, he took over his parents' restaurant in 2010. He wanted to create a pet-friendly restaurant, so he researched hamburgers independently and opened Craft Burger & Grill Jiro in December 2019.
高山 光弘Mitsuhiro Takayama
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Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru Kyoto Bettei
炭焼うな富士 大丸京都別邸
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake
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田中 喬也Takaya Tanaka
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Mr. Tanaka roasts extra-large blue eels with a red flame and serves the finest eel dishes.
He was born in 1985 in Mie. A head chef at Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru Kyoto Bettei. When he was a child, he discovered the joy of cooking when his family praised the food he cooked for them. At 18, he decided to become a professional and joined the Kaburaya Group, which operates the current restaurant. He is particularly excellent in the highly skilled techniques of opening the belly of the eel and char-grilling it over charcoal, for which he was appointed to his current position at the time of the restaurant's opening in September 2023.
田中 喬也Takaya Tanaka
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Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao
鉄板焼肉ステーキ樹直
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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大塚 直樹Naoki Otsuka
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Bringing local flavors to the world. Mr. Otsuka's passion for meat produces the best Teppanyaki.
He was born in 1977 in Hyogo. He decided to pursue his career in the culinary field because he cooks part-time and has loved cooking since he was a student. Trained at local restaurants in Kobe. He developed a particular passion for meat dishes and dreamed of opening a steak restaurant. This dream came true in November 2023 when he opened Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao.
大塚 直樹Naoki Otsuka
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Niku Baru SHOUTAIAN Shibuya Branch
肉バル SHOUTAIAN 渋谷店
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Hamburger Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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千葉 政敏Masatoshi Chiba
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Mr. Chiba offers the deliciousness and pleasure that only A5 Japanese Black Beef can provide.
He was born in 1980 in Miyagi. After serving in the Ground Self-Defense Force, he entered the restaurant industry. He Joined Office UK Inc. after 15 years of experience in Tokyo, where he also worked as a store manager. Appointed as the manager of Niku baru SHOTAIAN Shibuya branch. He delivers to people the deliciousness and joy of A5 Japanese black beef from all over Japan.
千葉 政敏Masatoshi Chiba
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Teppan Yaki Steak House Maruon
鉄板焼ステーキハウス マルオン
- Kurashiki, Okayama
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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石田 宣久Nobuhisa Ishida
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Following in his father's footsteps, Mr. Ishida became a chef and continues to serve the same deliciousness in Kurashiki.
He was born in 1975 in Okayama. Admiring his cook father, he aspired to become a chef himself. After graduating from Tsuji Culinary Institute in Osaka, he entered Maruon, where his father was the owner and chef. While supporting his father as a chef, he has provided many people with enjoyable dining time. He became president in 2020 and is now the second-generation owner. He continues to offer the same deliciousness to people with his father.
石田 宣久Nobuhisa Ishida
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Kappo Uzuki
割烹 うづき
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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阿部 誠司朗Seijiro Abe
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Mr. Abe serves dishes, devoting all his skills as a chef.
He was born in 1976 in Kanagawa. He entered the culinary world around the age of 20 and honed his skills at Tokyo's famous restaurants, including Manyotei in Daikanyama. Currently, he is a chef at his own restaurant, Kappo Uzuki. Attracted by the deliciousness of his cuisine, many people visit the restaurant every day with high expectations.
阿部 誠司朗Seijiro Abe
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