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Ponta Honke
ぽん多本家
- Okachimachi, Tokyo
- General,Western / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) / General
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島田 良彦Yoshihiko Shimada
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He was brought up surrounded by chefs, and decided to succeed his family business when he was still young.
Born in 1965 in Tokyo, he raised up in the Ueno city interacting with chefs. His father told him to decide his future by his third year of high school, therefore he determined to succeed his family business. After graduating from high school, he entered Yamanoue Hotel to have a 3-year training, then went back to [Ponta Honke] to work for. At the age of 36, he became the 4th generation as his father passed away, and is currently maintaining this old-established restaurant since the period of Meiji with its traditional taste.
島田 良彦Yoshihiko Shimada
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Chanko Sakaba Edosawa Ryogoku-Ekimae Branch
ちゃんこ酒場江戸沢 両国駅前店
- Ryogoku/Kikugawa, Tokyo
- Nabe (hot pot),Japanese
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奥山 直之Naoyuki Okuyama
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Delivering smiles to customers through dining.
Mr. Okuyama was born in 1974 in Yamagata. He has been interested in cooking ever since he was young. He learned of the joys of cooking at a dining establishment where he worked part-time during his student days and was drawn in by the world of food. He learned various knowledge and skills, such as Hokkaido cuisine, Kyoto cuisine, sushi, and Kaiseki cuisine - all of which have made him the chef he is today. Utilizing his over 20 years of experience, he now works as head chef and pours his efforts into developing the menu and raising future generations of chefs.
奥山 直之Naoyuki Okuyama
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Le Ciel
Le Ciel
- Kunitachi, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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荻原 哲哉Tetsuya Ogiwara
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Various experiences at Japanese or Italian food, hotel and famous restaurants supporting his culinary base
Born in 1979 in Saitama Prefecture. After graduating from a senior high school, he entered a resort hotel [XIV] by Yamanaka Lake. He was originally a service staff, but started a culinary career when he was 20 with admiration for the chef he met there. After working at a restaurant in Atami for 1 year, he moved to Tokyo, and worked at [Ristorante kappas] in Aoyama and other places. He built up further experience at [Auberge Ren] in Hakone for 3 years, at [L'EMBELLIER] in Minami Aoyama for 1 year, and was invited by the owner Mr. Hirata, who used to work at [Ginza L'ecrin] and [AMOUR], to be a chef of [Le Ciel].
荻原 哲哉Tetsuya Ogiwara
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Roppongi Kicko
六本木 亀甲
- Roppongi, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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笠井 知道Tomomichi Kasai
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More than 35 years of experience in Japanese cuisine. Mr. Kasai demonstrates the skills that have fascinated food connoisseurs worldwide in Roppongi.
He was born in 1969 in Hokkaido. The owner of Roppongi Kicko. After graduating from a culinary school in Osaka, he studied at a kappo (Japanese cooking) restaurant in Osaka's Minami district and a sushi restaurant in the Kita district. For about 20 years, from age 30, he worked in Japanese restaurants in luxury hotels abroad. Served Japanese cuisine to guests in Asian cities such as Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Guangzhou. After returning to Japan in 2020, he worked at a Sushi restaurant in Naha, Okinawa, before taking his current position in Tokyo in 2023. Based on the skills and sense honed in food capitals in Japan and abroad, he delivers the best of Sushi and Japanese cuisine with his sincere work.
笠井 知道Tomomichi Kasai
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KOTATSU TERRACE NAKANO
KOTATSU TERRACE NAKANO
- Nakano, Tokyo
- Oden,Japanese / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Oden / Sake
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SSSS
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The entire staff supports a fun night out with friends.
As the owner of KOTATSU TERRACE NAKANO, Mr. SS watches over people's happy moments. Attracted by the lively Nakano district, even as Japan was affected by the Corona disaster, he started the restaurant to create a space where the people of Nakano could freely enjoy themselves. He tries to support people who plan fun events with their friends.
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76Vin
76vin
- Nippori, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / French / Wine
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江村 謙Ken Emura
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His journey towards becoming a yakitori (grilled chicken) artisan began when he helped out at his uncle's restaurant.
Born in Tokyo in 1964, Me. Mr. Emura began a career working at a company but was invited to help out at the izakaya (Japanese style pub) that his uncle runs, which is where he learned to grill chicken. At a time, the izakaya was so popular that they grilled 400 skewers of yakitori per day. However, it was forced to close due to the building's deterioration. At that point, Mr. Emura received an offer from culinary researcher Ms. Yukiko Hirano, who was an acquaintance of his. He opened "76Vin" in 2012, with her producing the food and the restaurant space.
江村 謙Ken Emura
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Mar de Christiano's
マル・デ・クリスチアノ
- Shinjuku Station South Exit/Yoyogi, Tokyo
- Spanish/Mediterranean,Global/International / Portuguese / Seafood / Wine
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佐藤 幸ニKoji Sato
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Cooking style supported by global experience from Europe to Asia.
He was born in 1974 in Saitama prefecture. Longing for [a professional skill], he entered a cooking school after graduating high school and learned western style cooking. Starting his work at [ANA Hotel] after graduation, 3 years later, he travelled to Italy to pursue further experience. Broadening his experience in France, England and Thailand, he learned cuisines in various countries and took responsibility of sous chef at a restaurant with a star and executive chef at a hotel. Returning to Japan, he learned restaurant designing and management, and opened a Portuguese restaurant [Christiano's] in 2010.
佐藤 幸ニKoji Sato
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Tsukiji Bon Marché
築地ボン・マルシェ
- Tsukiji, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / General / Italian / Pasta
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薄 公章Kimiaki Usuki
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After gaining experience at renowned restaurants in Aoyama and Ginza, Mr. Usuki further honed his skills through training in Italy.
He was born in 1975 in Saitama. From a young age, he became interested in cooking by visiting well-known restaurants with his gourmet grandfather. Inspired by a certain famous TV show featuring chefs, he enrolled in the culinary school Ecole Tsuji Tokyo at the age of 18. After graduating, he gained experience at Ponte Vecchio in Aoyama and grape gumbo in Ginza (now closed) before heading to Italy. He worked four years at the famous restaurant RISTORO DI LAMORE in Tuscany and then returned to Japan. In 2009, he assumed the head chef position at Tsukiji Bon Marché.
薄 公章Kimiaki Usuki
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Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch
ちょいおでん新宿本店
- Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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佐藤 敬Takashi Sato
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Experienced as a chef at prestigious hotels and overseas. A chef who continues to attract guests.
Mr. Sato was born in 1958 in Tokyo. He has experienced various genres, mainly Japanese food, including Hotel New Otani, where he has worked for 13 years. He has worked not only in Japan but also as a chef in Singapore. He has been with CANVAS Inc. since around 2017 and now works at Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch. With his experience entertaining many guests at prestigious hotels and abroad, he continues to charm guests over the counter.
佐藤 敬Takashi Sato
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Yakiniku Saigyu Shibuya branch
焼肉 最牛 渋谷店
- Shibuya Center-Gai/Koen-Dori, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak
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夏森 威Takeshi Natsumori
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Mr. Natsumori provides carefully selected meat, with the first priority being to please his guests.
He was born in 1978 in China. He was originally interested in cooking and naturally started his career as a chef. After accumulating about 5 years of experience at the famous yakiniku restaurant Jojoen and around 10 years of experience at Japanese restaurants, he is currently showing his skills as the head chef and manager at Yakiniku Saigyu Shibuya branch. With the belief that "the greatest joy for a chef is to see their customers delighted," he continues to hone his skills and provide delicious meat to his customers.
夏森 威Takeshi Natsumori
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El Torito Ikebukuro Nishiguchi
エルトリート 池袋西口店
- Ikebukuro West Exit, Tokyo
- Mexican/Central American,Global/International / American / Mexican/Central American / Imported Beer
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ハイメ ビヤローボスロドリゲスChef / Jaime Villalobos Rodriguez
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Gained experience at a restaurant in Mexico and then challenged himself to bring his skills to Japan.
Mr. Rodriguez was born in Mexico in 1993. He started his career at his family restaurant in Mexico. Having gained experience in the kitchen there, he decided to take on the challenge of bringing his native flavors to Japan by joining the kitchen staff at El Torito.
ハイメ ビヤローボスロドリゲスChef / Jaime Villalobos Rodriguez
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KOHAKU CHIBO Toranomon
琥 千房 虎ノ門
- Toranomon, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Japanese Beef Steak
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原 敬規Takanori Hara
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Mr. Hara is a chef who puts his passion for teppanyaki, hoping people will enjoy them using all five senses.
He was born in 1983 in Hiroshima. Since childhood, he has loved to cook. After graduating from culinary school, he trained at a Japanese restaurant for two years. When he wanted to be involved in okonomiyaki, the soul food of his hometown, Hiroshima, he came across and joined CHIBO, a company that operates mainly okonomiyaki restaurants nationwide. Since 2020, he has been working as the manager of KOHAKU CHIBO Toranomon. As teppanyaki is cooked right in front of the guests, he ensures that they can enjoy not only the taste of the food but also the sight of it.
原 敬規Takanori Hara
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Teppanyaki Steak Azuma
鉄板焼きステーキ あずま
- Harajuku/Meiji-Jingumae, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Wine
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楠元 益夫Masuo Kusumoto
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Mr. Kusumoto attracts guests with his superb steaks, which result from his extensive experience in French cuisine and Teppanyaki.
He was born in 1953 in Kagoshima Prefecture. The owner-chef of Teppanyaki Steak Azuma. After graduating from a culinary school in Tokyo, he began training at a French restaurant in Ginza, where he mastered the art of French cuisine. Later, he gained experience at a high-class Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) restaurant in Akasaka, where he was attracted by the style of cooking in front of the guests, so he explored the unique flavor of French cuisine x Teppanyaki. In 1990, he founded his current restaurant and grew it into a renowned restaurant. In recent years, the restaurant has become popular among domestic and international travelers, and he entertains a wide range of guests with his expert skills.
楠元 益夫Masuo Kusumoto
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Ushikoi Shinjuku Branch
赤身焼肉のカリスマ「牛恋 新宿店」
- Shinjuku West Exit/Tochomae, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak
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小泉 孟Hajime Koizumi
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Mr. Koizumi wants to serve joyful moments with his smile and heartwarming customer service.
He was born in 1996 in Tokyo. In 2024, he joined Ushikoi's Shibuya branch as a staff member. His love of meeting people and his passion for the hospitality industry led him there. At first, he was not very good at cooking, but he began to feel happy when he saw his guests eating the dishes with pleasure. He pays great attention to the finest detail to give guests happy memories. He always strives to provide better service. His smile and heartwarming customer service make the restaurant's atmosphere all the more wonderful.
小泉 孟Hajime Koizumi
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LE BOURGUIGNON
LE BOURGUIGNON
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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菊地 美升Yoshinaru Kikuchi
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Passing every day in a productive way, experience in Burgundy built a strong foundation
Chef Kikuchi was born in Hokkaido in 1966. After graduating from culinary school, he worked at Aux Six Arbres in Roppongi and Club Nyx, before going to Europe when he was 25. He worked at various highly rated restaurants in France and Italy for three and a half years. His time training in Burgundy, where he used his off-days to visit the numerous wine producers of the region, became a cornerstone of his development. After returning to Japan, he worked for about three years as chef for L'Amphore in Omotesando before opening Le Bourguignon in 2000.
菊地 美升Yoshinaru Kikuchi
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Yakiniku Nabedonya Shikata
焼肉鍋問屋 志方
- Nakameguro, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)
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前西 貴哉Takaya Maenishi
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Providing pleasure with outstanding meat delicacies chosen by meat professionals.
Mr. Maenishi was born in 1976 in Hyogo. He is the president of Teishin Shikata Meat Co., Ltd., a wholesaler that handles everything from production to distribution with the philosophy of "bringing high-quality beef to the table in its best condition." The company pursues ideal beef production by working together with contract farms, including cattle fattening environments, to provide high-quality beef to consumers in fresh condition. Yakiniku Nabedonya Shikata has opened in Tokyo in 2005. It continues to attract many people with the taste of its carefully selected meat, allowing them to enjoy quality meat anytime.
前西 貴哉Takaya Maenishi
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Yakitori Shouchan Ebisu
焼き鳥 ショウチャン 恵比寿
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Yakitori/Kushiyaki (grilled skewers),Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Wine
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沼澤 貴宏Takahiro Numasawa
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Mr. Numasawa continues to hone his skills to gain solid culinary expertise.
He was born in 1979 in Yamagata. He chose to become a chef because of his desire to acquire professional skills and a love for cooking. After moving to Tokyo, he gained a variety of experiences. From 2022, he has been the chef at Yakitori Shouchan Ebisu.
沼澤 貴宏Takahiro Numasawa
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Maruya Honten Ginza Glasse
まるや本店 銀座グラッセ
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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山田 孝志Takashi Yamada
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Following his experience at a hotel, Mr. Yamada launched the Tokyo Midtown Branch and is now looking to expand further.
He was born in April 1977 in Aichi. He learned the spirit of hospitality through 10 years of working at a hotel in Aichi. At Maruya, he mastered grilling eel under the executive chef while serving as management staff. In 2019, he launched the Tokyo Midtown branch, the first out-of-prefecture store, where he is the manager and chef. In 2024, the second restaurant in Tokyo opened in Ginza. He is aiming for a further leap forward.
山田 孝志Takashi Yamada
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Sushi & Japanese Cuisine Shinjuku Yonegami
寿司と日本料理 新宿 よねがみ
- Shinjuku West Exit/Tochomae, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake
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Drammatico
Drammatico
- Ogikubo, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian
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重岡 中也Chuya Shigeoka
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Steadily achieving his dreams through unshakeable conviction and efforts.
Born in Shizuoka Prefecture in 1979. Started working at [Drammatico] at age 19, and worked under Iron Chef Masahiko Kobe, the restaurant's head chef at that time. Became a trusted chef for the restaurant at just 21 years of age. Afterward, he took two trips to Italy to study the cuisine, and took over as the second owner and head chef at [Drammatico] after returning to Japan in 2007. In an elementary school essay, he wrote, "I want to be a chef at an Italian restaurant. I'll study abroad in Italy in my 20s, and have my own restaurant by the time I'm around 30." This dream has now become reality.
重岡 中也Chuya Shigeoka
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