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Nepali & Indian Restaurant BASURI Teradacho
ネパール＆インド レストラン BASURI 寺田町
- Tennoji/Abenobashi, Osaka
- Indian Curry,Curry / Indian / Nepalese / Indian Curry
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サプコタ アジャヤAjaya Sapkota
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Mr. Sapkota provides heartwarming hospitality with Nepalese food.
He was born in Nepal. With a dream of opening a restaurant in Japan, he came to Japan. He has been researching the authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine he learned in his home country to match the Japanese palate. On November 20, 2023, he opened Nepali & Indian Restaurant BASURI with his family. He tries to maintain a restaurant with warm hospitality, the aroma of spices, and a smile on the faces of his guests.
サプコタ アジャヤAjaya Sapkota
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Shikitei Hanamura
四季亭はな村
- Beppu, Oita
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese
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池田 千明Chiaki Ikeda
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A chef who makes smiles with food and performs everything from cooking with Oita's seasonal ingredients to customer service.
Ms. Ikeda is a native of Oita. After learning the basics of cooking at a culinary institute in Osaka, she polished her skills in Japanese cooking in Yufuin, Oita. It was a time when there were few women in the world of Japanese food, but she devoted herself to training more than others and worked hard, showing up at the kitchen earlier than anyone else. Because she wants customers to relax, she doesn't just show her skills in the kitchen. She is also personally involved in management and customer service, and her motto is to see customer reactions herself. Utilizing her delicate sensitivity that she refined through flower arranging, she serves rich food that has both color and flavor.
池田 千明Chiaki Ikeda
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Irifune Odawara-ekimae Branch
入船小田原駅前店
- Odawara/Minamiashigara, Kanagawa
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi
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金井 勇弥Yuya Kanai
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Dedicated to seasonal local fish and vegetables.
Aiming to become a professional chef, Mr. Kanai started as a dishwasher and cleaner at Irifune in his teens. There, he learned how to scale and prepare fish, sharpen knives, and the basics of Irifune's taste. As time passes, there is much to learn, and he strives for daily improvement.
金井 勇弥Yuya Kanai
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Sushi Fujiro
鮨 不二楼
- Kayabacho, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake
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古川 和希Kazuki Furukawa
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Mr. Furukawa presents the one and only “New Edomae Sushi,” resulting from studies in Fukuoka and Tokyo.
He was born in 1983 in Fukuoka and is the head chef at Sushi Fujiro. In his late teens, he ate at the famous Fukuoka restaurant Yamanaka, and was truly impressed. He studied at a culinary school with a vision of working at Yamanaka and started working there after graduation. He trained hard studying Hakatamae Sushi. After moving to Tokyo and gaining experience at Edomae Sushi restaurants in Ginza and Roppongi, he connected with Mr. Muneshige Takatori, the general manager of Fujiro, and participated in the launch of the current restaurant. He has been in his current position since its founding in 2017. He charms guests from Japan and overseas with his unique sushi that has a fusion of freshness and aging, Eastern and Western styles.
古川 和希Kazuki Furukawa
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Takuan Botantei
たくあん・牡丹亭
- Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Japanese Beef Steak
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贄田 道浩Michihiro Nieda
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Mr. Nieda is a chef constantly engaged in research, putting his heart and soul into each dish with his years of experience and knowledge.
He was born in Saitama. He is a chef who has devoted himself to Japanese cuisine since graduating from a culinary school. After 5 years of training at another branch, he now leads the kitchen at Takuan Botantei as the head chef. His sincere attitude toward cooking and his extensive knowledge are his weapons. His sincere attitude is reflected in his cooking, which is beautifully expressed in his delicate serving style and flavor adjustments. His cuisine, where he puts his heart and soul into each dish, always attracts visitors.
贄田 道浩Michihiro Nieda
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Ristorante Tsurunosou
リストランテ 鶴ノ荘
- Nishinakasu/Haruyoshi, Fukuoka
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Wine / Sake
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田原 聖凡Kiyochika Tahara
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Mr. Tahara creates innovative dishes that shine with his individuality while applying French and Japanese techniques.
He was born in 1968 in Fukuoka. After graduating from Tsuji Culinary Institute, he started his career at a French restaurant in a hotel. Then, he honed his Italian and French skills by working in Tokyo, Osaka, Kobe, and Fukuoka. In his early 30s, he became independent and worked as an owner-chef for over 20 years at IL PAPPATORE in Hirao and GRAZIA in Nishi-Nakasu. In 2018, he became the chef of Ristorante Tsurunosou. His creative Italian cuisine mixed with Japanese elements has been highly evaluated.
田原 聖凡Kiyochika Tahara
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Sushi Restaurant SAIKA
寿し処 彩華
- Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi)
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永山 亮Ryo Nagayama
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Mr. Nagayama is a single-minded sushi and Japanese food artisan who fulfilled his longtime dream after finishing his training.
Mr. Nagayama was born in 1977 in Hokkaido. He resolved to become a chef after hearing the praise of customers, who thought his food was delicious, at a part-time job during his school days. These comments gave him joy and a sense of purpose. After graduating high school, he began studying at a sushi restaurant in Otaru-shi. He admired the senior artisans there and started thinking he wanted to have his own sushi restaurant one day. With his 22 years of the learning experience, he struck out on his own. After opening Sushi Restaurant Saika, he also opened Otaru Robatayaki Hakkaku in June 2020. Sushi Restaurant Saika moved to its present location in March 2022 and continues to this day.
永山 亮Ryo Nagayama
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Tominokoji Tempura Matsui
富小路 天ぷらまつ井
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Kyoto Cuisine,Japanese / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake
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松井 基宏Motohiro Matsui
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Kyoto-style tempura and Japanese delicacies. Mr. Matsui offers authentic taste in a friendly manner.
He was born in 1977 in Hokkaido. Initially, he specialized in Japanese cuisine but entered the world of Kyoto-style tempura when he was in charge of a tempura specialty restaurant in Pontocho. After honing his skills at a renowned restaurant, he has worked at Tominokoji Tempura Matsui since 2019. He provides a casual yet relaxed hospitality for authentic Japanese cuisine with Kyoto-style tempura and refined Japanese cuisine techniques.
松井 基宏Motohiro Matsui
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Nihonbashi Sushi Shiba
日本橋 鮨しば
- Ningyocho/Kodenmacho, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sake
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柴 隆之Takayuki Shiba
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Mr. Shiba attracts guests with his free-spirited courses, which are brought up with extensive experience in the field of Edomae Sushi.
He was born in 1979 in Saitama. The owner of Nihonbashi Sushi Shiba. He started his professional career with the desire to impress people with his cooking. Gained experience as a French and pastry chef at the prestigious Auberge Au Mirador in Hakone and later honed his Edo-mae sushi skills at a famous restaurant in Ginza and in the sushi departments of a first-class hotel. After establishing a sushi restaurant in Meguro and working as a manager, he founded his current restaurant and became independent in June 2023. It has earned a reputation for the creative courses that combine sushi and Japanese cuisine with innovative dishes and stylish hospitality.
柴 隆之Takayuki Shiba
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Osaka Cocktail Library Akashic Records
Osaka Cocktail Library Akashic Records
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / European / Middle Eastern/Arab / Others
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濵口 貴志Takashi Hamaguchi
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Mr. Hamaguchi deftly manipulates bottles and glasses as he envisions them.
Because he likes to drink, Mr. Hamaguchi went to bars and learned about bartenders. He was inspired by the smart manner in which bartenders handle the process, from making drinks to serving them to guests, and thought he wanted to become a bartender. After gaining experience, he opened his own bar. Osaka Cocktail Library Akashic Records opened in June 2022 and is his third bar.
濵口 貴志Takashi Hamaguchi
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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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Steak House Kanai Odawara-ekimae Branch
ステーキハウス金井小田原駅前店
- Odawara/Minamiashigara, Kanagawa
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / General / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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金井百香Momoko Kanai
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Ms. Kanai came across delicious local beef.
She trained and experienced in service and cooking for eight years at Steak House Kanai Omuro-Kogen branch in Ito, Shizuoka. Having studied teppanyaki and Western cuisine, she is currently working at Steak House Kanai Odawara Ekimae branch.
金井百香Momoko Kanai
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Beef Tenderloin Yakiniku Restaurant SHINBA
牛ヒレ焼肉の名紋神刃
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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Kawabata Shisshi
川端 志史
- Kawabata/Gion, Fukuoka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Wine
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森永 書史Fuhito Morinaga
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Mr. Morinaga attracts guests with new-style yakiniku courses that skillfully draw out the charm of Kyushu's wagyu beef.
He was born in 1981 in Fukuoka. The owner of Kawabata Shisshi. He started his career in the restaurant industry at the Fukuoka branch of the long-established ryotei restaurant Nadaman, where he learned restaurant management, including customer service and food handling. Then, he got a chance to work with the famous restaurant Yuki in Nishi-Nakasu and obtained a sommelier certificate while improving his cooking skills and exploring the pairing of food and wine. He worked as a manager at the restaurant and continued his studies. In December 2023, he founded his current restaurant and became independent. Presenting courses that evolved the delicious taste and world view of yakiniku, he is bringing a new style to Fukuoka's food scene.
森永 書史Fuhito Morinaga
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J'apprends
J'apprends
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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原 洋隆Hirotaka Hara
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In pursuit of authenticity, Mr. Hara's skills are cultivated by his extensive experience.
He was born in 1985 in Kanagawa and began cooking as a part-time job during his student years. Aspiring to be a "reliable person of substance," he decided to become a professional chef. After training at a prestigious French restaurant, he worked at several restaurants before honing his skills as a catering chef while working for an imported food supplier. He established his unique style at the French kappo restaurant Haramitsu, where he served as the manager. Currently, he is the chef at J'apprends.
原 洋隆Hirotaka Hara
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Omi Ushi Yakiniku Niku TATSU Aoyama Main Branch
近江うし 焼肉 にくTATSU 青山本店
- Gaienmae/Aoyama-Itchome, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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西岡 大空Ozora Nishioka
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Offers “luxurious time” with the carefully selected ingredients.
Mr. Nishioka was born in Tokyo. After graduating from university, he studied Japanese Wagyu beef for seven years as a middle wholesaler in Tokyo Meat Market and became independent as a chef with his clients. After leaving that job, he gained experience mainly in setting up yakiniku restaurants and creating menus. From April 2022, he has worked at Niku TATSU Aoyama Main Branch. In April 2023, he became the head chef of the restaurant.
西岡 大空Ozora Nishioka
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Agu-buta-shabu Izakaya Hakuryu Nishiki
あぐー豚しゃぶ居酒屋 はくりゅう 錦
- Nishiki-sanchome, Aichi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Okinawa Soba (noodles) / Okinawa Cuisine
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杉崎 栄二Eiji Sugisaki
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Mr. Sugisaki is a professional chef who continues to carefully express Japanese traditions with a quietly burning passion.
He was born in 1970 in Gifu. Although he chose the path of a chef on the advice of a relative, he was drawn to it and pursued a career in Japanese cuisine. After training at a famous restaurant in Kyoto, he honed his skills and sensibility while working as a chef at numerous restaurants. His experience and solid skills were highly evaluated, and he became the head chef at Agu-buta-shabu Izakaya Hakuryu Nishiki. He is an artisan chef who carefully prepares each dish in a quiet manner. His hands produce superb cuisine, a harmony of Japanese tradition and modern sensibilities.
杉崎 栄二Eiji Sugisaki
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Mawaranaisushi Hokuriku Gappa
廻らない寿司 北陸がっぱ
- Kawasaki, Kanagawa
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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西村 俊輔Shunsuke Nishimura
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Mr. Nishimura is a chef who is particular about ingredients and brings smiles to guests' faces.
Mr. Nishimura is a chef who is particular about ingredients and brings smiles to guests' faces. Offering mawaranai sushi (not conveyor belt sushi), he enchants his guests with his delicate technique and passion. He provides heartwarming moments with careful attention to ingredients and hospitality.
西村 俊輔Shunsuke Nishimura
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Yakiniku Kappo Hajime
焼肉割烹はじめ
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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久保 沙佑Sasuke Kubo
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Experienced in many renowned restaurants in Hokkaido, Mr. Kubo proposes special yakiniku along with the producer's passion.
He was born in 2001 in Hokkaido. After experiencing several popular Yakiniku restaurants in Hokkaido, including Shimadaya, Nikudokoro Ginbeko, and Yakiniku Gurumanzu Ito, he joined Yakiniku Kappo Hajime in April 2024. In addition to meat, he offers a wide variety of attractive ingredients from producers throughout Hokkaido to numerous guests.
久保 沙佑Sasuke Kubo
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Sushi Mahoroba
寿司まほろば
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake
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村上 勝浩Katsuhiro Murakami
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Master of sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine. Renowned for expert sushi making and refined hospitality.
Mr. Murakami was born in 1961 in Shiga and is the head chef of Sushi Mahoroba. He began his culinary career at a Japanese restaurant in Shiga, where he honed his skills in Japanese cuisine before moving on to sushi. Following his studies at sushi restaurants in Shiga, Kyoto, and Tokyo, he learned the techniques and taste of Edo-mae sushi at a famous sushi restaurant in Tokyo. Then, he moved to Osaka, the capital of food, and worked at a sushi restaurant in the Minami district. Recognized for his talent, he assumed his current position when the restaurant opened in September 2023. He serves guests from Japan and abroad with his experience and skill regarding ingredients from various regions of Japan, as well as his friendly and warm hospitality.
村上 勝浩Katsuhiro Murakami
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