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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

Nanzenji Sando Kikusui 南禅寺参道　菊水 Okazaki/Heianjingu (Heian Shrine)/Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto Kyoto Cuisine,Japanese / Tofu Dishes / Kyoto Cuisine / French

西野　悌司Yasushi Nishino

With his love for Kyoto and cooking at his core, Mr. Nishino has been introducing the unique cuisine of Kikusui to the world.

He was born in 1976 in Sabae, Fukui. Wanting to delight many people with cuisine, he began walking the chef's path. After training at famous restaurants in Kyoto when he was 18, he joined Kikusui. In 2013, he was appointed as its third head chef. During its 2018 renovation, he trained hard at a Michelin 3-star Japanese restaurant and polished his techniques. He produces Washoku Kaiseki, which combines traditions with attempts at something new. He is not afraid to take on new challenges and continues to lead the kitchen as always, with a determination to protect the food, traditions, and staff.

西野　悌司Yasushi Nishino

Doikatsuman 土井活鰻 Fushimi/Daigo, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Unagi (eel)

土井　貴史Takashi Doi

The Chef's Recommendations

Taking advantage of Mr. Doi's river fish market experience, he provides the absolute best in eel cuisine.

Mr. Doi's grandfather managed a river fish wholesale store in the central wholesale market in Kyoto, so he has been familiar with business since childhood. After graduating high school, he trained under his grandfather and inherited his business at 26 when his grandfather passed away. In March 2018, he changed industries from the fish store to open his own restaurant Doikatsuman, where he works as the owner and store manager.

土井　貴史Takashi Doi

Sushi Fukushima 寿司福島 Fukushima/Noda, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sake

山?　誠生Seiki Yamasaki

His skills were cultivated in Osaka. Mr. Yamasaki delivers the season using various techniques based on Japanese cuisine.

He was born in 1987 in Hyogo. Based in Osaka, he has built a career as a chef in Japanese and creative restaurants. Currently, he is the owner and chef of Sushi Fukushima. He has experience in various genres of cuisine, with a focus on Japanese cuisine. He uses a variety of culinary techniques, from the best use of ingredients to the most elaborate and carefully prepared dishes, to convey the charm of the season to his guests.

山?　誠生Seiki Yamasaki

Teppanyaki MYDO Teppanyaki MYDO Minamisemba, Osaka Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak

羽田　健治Kenji Haneda

A chef whose diverse experiences and passions are firmly rooted in the background.

Mr. Haneda was born in 1983 in Nara. Having been familiar with cooking since childhood, he developed a strong interest in cooking through his older brother's career as a pastry chef and his part-time work in restaurants. Also influenced by famous cooking shows and cartoons, he aspired to become a chef in earnest. He started his career at a restaurant in Nara, gained experience in Kyobashi and Kitahama in Osaka, and steadily improved his skills. In 2021, he joined the opening staff of Osaka W. In 2024, he started a new challenge as sous chef of Teppanyaki MYDO.

羽田　健治Kenji Haneda

Mahoroba Irori Shinsaibashi まほろば囲炉裏　心斎橋 Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Unagi (eel) / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

大嶋　毅志Tsuyoshi Oshima

A manager who has honed his skills mainly in Japanese cuisine and welcomes guests with courteous service.

Mr. Oshima was born in 1975 in Kyoto. His interest in eating and drinking led him to choose a life as a chef. In 2016, he entered Bar Hakushaku and started his career in earnest. Then, he studied at Restaurant Bar REST and accumulated more experience as a chef at the seaside restaurant Kaibo-tei in Maizuru-shi, Kyoto. In 2017, he joined Mahoroba Iroriyaki Shinsaibashi. Currently, he responds to everything from cooking to hospitality as a restaurant manager.

大嶋　毅志Tsuyoshi Oshima

Gion Shirakawa Ramen 祇園白川ラーメン Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto Miso Ramen (miso sauce ramen),Ramen (noodles) / Donburi (rice bowl) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Miso Ramen (miso sauce ramen)

石浦　達也Tatsuya Ishiura

The goal is to make the ramen restaurant loved by many people in the region and beyond.

Mr. Ishiura was born in 1975 in Kyoto. As part of the town's revitalization project, he decided to open a ramen restaurant and moved from another industry. After training at a famous Hokkaido ramen restaurant, where he had a connection at a shopping district event, he opened Gion Shirakawa Ramen with his brother in 2018. He is now the owner of the restaurant. With a theme of "Miso Ramen from Kyoto that makes you want to eat it again," he aims to make his ramen restaurant familiar to many people in the community and beyond.

石浦　達也Tatsuya Ishiura

AWOMB Nishikiyamachi AWOMB西木屋町 Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi)

宇治田　博Hiroshi Ujita

Mr. Ujita wants to share Shari (Sushi rice) with people in a new way.

He was born in 1973 in Kyoto. His family owns the restaurant Hisagosushi, which has its main branch in Kawaramachi, Kyoto. When he entered the world of chefs earnestly, he wanted to "pass on the taste of shari rice that he had learned differently from his family." So, he pursued a culinary career different from his family's restaurant. After graduating from Tsuji Culinary Institute, he trained at kappo and Kyoto kaiseki restaurants. Currently, he works as a chef at AWOMB Nishikiyamachi and Karasuma main branches.

宇治田　博Hiroshi Ujita

XEX WEST XEX WEST Nishi-Umeda, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / Italian / Cocktail

佐々木　聖Akira Sasaki

Communication with guests is important.

Mr. Sasaki is particular about the beautiful presentation of his dishes and the special flavors unique to XEX. "I provide warm and friendly service and offer dishes tailored to the customer's needs, valuing conversation with the customer at the counter," he says. Many regular guests adore Mr. Sasaki and visit the restaurant several times a month.

佐々木　聖Akira Sasaki

Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion 和牛料亭 bungo 祇園 Gion, Kyoto Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

松村　匠章Masaaki Matsumura

Mr. Matsumura attracts customers with "Oita Wagyu beef," which he adores for its delicious taste, with Kyoto's traditional culture.

He was born in 1983 in Hyogo. The manager of the Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion. While honing his wide-ranging skills in Japanese cuisine as a chef, he has also produced restaurants for many years, establishing about 60 restaurants in Japan and abroad. He has been involved in various businesses, including yakiniku, shabu-shabu, and izakaya (Japanese-style pubs). During his activities, he came across "Oita Wagyu" and was fascinated by its lean flavor and delicious taste. In 2023, he established his current restaurant to share this beef's charm in the ancient city. In a refined traditional setting in Kyoto, he presents the ultimate deliciousness of Wagyu beef.

松村　匠章Masaaki Matsumura

Piopiko Piopiko Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto Mexican/Central American,Global/International / Mexican/Central American / Asian Creative Cuisine / Cocktail

上北　哲也Tetsuya Uekita

Fascinated by Mexico's unique flavor, Mr. Uekita deepened his cuisine exploration.

He was born in 1983 in Osaka. Being fascinated by the delicious vegetables his grandmother grew when he was a child was the starting point for his career as a chef. Upon graduating from university, he moved to the United States. While receiving agricultural training, he worked with Mexicans and was introduced to Mexican food. After returning to Japan, he started his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in Osaka, gaining experience in various genres such as cafes and Italian. In 2020, he was appointed chef of Piopiko in Ace Hotel Kyoto, as his solid skills and multinational experience were in high demand.

上北　哲也Tetsuya Uekita

Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei 黒毛和牛肉匠いちえ　個室別邸 Kita-Shinchi, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)

西尾　僚Ryo Nishio

The Chef's Recommendations

A part-time job during college led Mr. Nishio to become a chef.

He was born on February 13, 1989, in Kochi. Having always been interested in cooking, he found the joy and fun of cooking through part-time work in a restaurant as a student. He became especially interested in beef and worked at a restaurant specializing in beef. After working at a Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) restaurant, he joined "Kuroge Japanese Beef Motsu Nabe Ichie" (Japanese beef hot pot). Following his experience at a kushiyaki restaurant, he joined Ichie, a Japanese black beef hot pot restaurant. Then, he moved to Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie, where he continues to work today.

西尾　僚Ryo Nishio

LIEN LIEN Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka French,Italian/French / French / Seafood / Wine

堀　裕大Yudai Hori

The owner-sommelier carefully selects wines and dishes in blissful harmony.

Mr. Hori was born in 1983 in Wakayama. In high school, he became interested in the food and beverage industry because he liked to eat delicious food. Starting training at a dining bar in Umeda, Osaka, he learned many things, including serving as a waiter. He especially explored wine and obtained a sommelier certificate in 2009. In 2014, he opened his own restaurant and gained popularity. In 2024, the restaurant moved to its current location. With its unchanged flavor, it has been well received by customers who enjoy relaxing in a more elegant space than ever before.

堀　裕大Yudai Hori

Japanese Omakase Restaurant YOSAKURA 日本料理　世桜 Minamisemba, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Beef Steak / Sushi

安部　七波Nanami Abe

Ms. Abe leaves her living proof by doing valuable work for the world and others.

She was born in 1994 in Nagasaki. With a high aspiration to contribute to world peace, she is now working in the kitchen of YOSAKURA to connect people worldwide through food. In addition to training at a culinary school and a kappo restaurant, she has also managed a membership ramen restaurant. When it comes to making guests smile, she spares no effort to consider even the most minor details, such as the selection of food ingredients and tableware. With warm and heartfelt customer service, she continues to contribute to the happiness of visitors today.

安部　七波Nanami Abe

Kyoto Fusion Restaurant Les Confluents 京フュージョン　レ　コンフリュアン Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto Innovative/Fusion,Sosaku (creative) / General / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

田村　和儀Tamura Kazuyoshi

The Chef's Recommendations

Mr. Tamura has been devoted to cooking and has accumulated diligent and steady training.

He was born in 1993 in Osaka. Because of his love for "eating," he aspired to become a chef. After graduating high school, he entered Ecole Tsuji Osaka and studied at the Master College of French and Italian Cuisine. After graduation, he worked for about 2 years at Restaurant Lille and about 7 years at Restaurant Difference, where he honed his skills as a chef. In 2021, he was selected as a chef at Les Confluences, where he continues demonstrating his skills.

田村　和儀Tamura Kazuyoshi

SIK eatery SIK eatery Awaza/Kyomachibori, Osaka Chinese,Chinese / General / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Chinese Rice Porridge

河村　裕雅Yuga Kawamura

Mr. Kawamura creates an extraordinary experience for guests with food and hospitality that satisfies all five senses.

He has experience in various fields and has acquired cooking skills in Chinese, Hong Kong, Taiwanese, and other Asian cuisines. Currently, he works at the popular restaurant SIK eatery, which attracts many people daily. In addition to the delicious food, he also pursues comfortable space and aims to provide a different kind of enjoyment each time guests visit, whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

河村　裕雅Yuga Kawamura

JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe Shichijo/Tambaguchi, Kyoto Dining Bar,Dining bar / General / Hamburger Steak / Steak

梅若　翔司Shoji Umewaka

Mr. Umewaka cherishes the "special moment" of enjoying a meal with someone else.

He was born in Kyoto. After graduating high school, he gained experience in a teppanyaki restaurant, cafe, and bakery. In March 2022, he opened JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe, determined to create a restaurant where people can enjoy "meals," an important part of building relationships and communication. He aims to create a Western-style restaurant with a new-retro atmosphere where people can deepen their relationships with each other through meals.

梅若　翔司Shoji Umewaka

Gion Katana ぎおん刀 Gion, Kyoto Yakitori/Kushiyaki (grilled skewers),Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Wine

Kyo-ryori Tategami 京料理　立神 Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

淀川　真Shin Yodokawa

Mr. Yodokawa wants to entertain guests with food he has carefully prepared.

Interested in the culinary world from an early age, he began working part-time as a student and decided to pursue a career in the food industry in earnest. Mr. Yodogawa says his Kyoto background may be why he naturally entered the world of Japanese cuisine. Tategami is popular for its new style of Kyoto cuisine, which is based on traditional Kyoto cuisine that is made with local and domestic ingredients and produced with the added sensibility of the young Mr. Yodokawa. His passion for “simply making customers happy with the cuisine” is reflected in every dish.

淀川　真Shin Yodokawa

Kappa Ramen Honpo Sennichimae Branch 河童ラーメン本舗　千日前店 Namba, Osaka Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Chahan (fried rice) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Tonkotsu Ramen (pork broth ramen)

小山Koyama

A big ramen lover decided to make ramen noodles by himself

He started working at a ramen shop as a part-time as he loved ramen noodles. As he really liked the shop owner, he decided to be a chef there. There are several shops in his ramen chain, however they all serve different soups depending on the area. He tries to take root in the area with their [only 1] taste.

小山Koyama

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Niku Kappo Futago THE JUNEI HOTEL KYOTO

Mr. Inada is a chef who has continued to hone his skills in the world of Japanese cuisine.

Nanzenji Sando Kikusui

With his love for Kyoto and cooking at his core, Mr. Nishino has been introducing the unique cuisine of Kikusui to the world.

Doikatsuman

Taking advantage of Mr. Doi's river fish market experience, he provides the absolute best in eel cuisine.

Sushi Fukushima

His skills were cultivated in Osaka. Mr. Yamasaki delivers the season using various techniques based on Japanese cuisine.

Teppanyaki MYDO

A chef whose diverse experiences and passions are firmly rooted in the background.

Mahoroba Irori Shinsaibashi

A manager who has honed his skills mainly in Japanese cuisine and welcomes guests with courteous service.

Gion Shirakawa Ramen

The goal is to make the ramen restaurant loved by many people in the region and beyond.

AWOMB Nishikiyamachi

Mr. Ujita wants to share Shari (Sushi rice) with people in a new way.

XEX WEST

Communication with guests is important.

Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion

Mr. Matsumura attracts customers with "Oita Wagyu beef," which he adores for its delicious taste, with Kyoto's traditional culture.

Piopiko

Fascinated by Mexico's unique flavor, Mr. Uekita deepened his cuisine exploration.

Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei

A part-time job during college led Mr. Nishio to become a chef.

LIEN

The owner-sommelier carefully selects wines and dishes in blissful harmony.

Japanese Omakase Restaurant YOSAKURA

Ms. Abe leaves her living proof by doing valuable work for the world and others.

Kyoto Fusion Restaurant Les Confluents

Mr. Tamura has been devoted to cooking and has accumulated diligent and steady training.

SIK eatery

Mr. Kawamura creates an extraordinary experience for guests with food and hospitality that satisfies all five senses.

JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe

Mr. Umewaka cherishes the "special moment" of enjoying a meal with someone else.

Gion Katana

Kyo-ryori Tategami

Mr. Yodokawa wants to entertain guests with food he has carefully prepared.

Kappa Ramen Honpo Sennichimae Branch

A big ramen lover decided to make ramen noodles by himself