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

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

Kurubushi 踝 Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

本田　喜世一Kiyokazu Honda

Mr. Honda attracts diners with creative Japanese cuisine that is rich in a sense of the season and makes the most of flexible ideas and proven techniques.

He was born in Shiga and is the head chef of Kurubushi. Having loved cooking since childhood, he was fascinated by the work of bringing joy to people through food, which led him to become a professional. After training at a Japanese restaurant in Shinsaibashi, he joined the renowned Tenma restaurant, Sousaku Shubou Nakanaka, in 2015, where he honed his imagination and cooking skills to make the most of seasonal ingredients, which is the restaurant's motto. In 2020, he became the head chef of the restaurant's 2nd location, Sousaku Shubou Sou Sou. After developing it into a popular restaurant, he was appointed to his current position when the 3rd restaurant, Kurubushi, opened in the fall of 2022. Through seasonal kaiseki courses, he is presenting the culmination of his experience.

本田　喜世一Kiyokazu Honda

Gion Vitra 祇園びとら､ Gion, Kyoto French,Italian/French / French / Kyoto Cuisine / Wine

滝川　朱里Akari Takigawa

Ms. Takigawa was fascinated by the delicate and deep flavors of gorgeous French cuisine.

She was born in Chiba. After graduating high school, she entered the culinary world by her parent's recommendation. Began her training at the Western-style restaurant Co Vian in Chiba, where she gradually learned the fun of cooking. Then, she moved to Auberge Fontaine Bleau Atami, where she was fascinated by the deep flavors of gorgeous French cuisine and earnestly began to hone her skills. In 2019, she joined Gion Vitra in Kyoto by chance. She always strives to provide a special time with delicious food and a relaxing space.

滝川　朱里Akari Takigawa

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

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

Japanese Fermented Degustation Bar ODORU Japanese Fermented Degustation Bar ODORU Honmachi/Sakaisujihonmachi, Osaka Shojin Ryori (vegetarian cuisine),Japanese / Shojin Ryori (Buddhist cuisine) / General

若宮　たみ江Tamie Wakamiya

Ms. Wakamiya offers guests food that is kind to the body and soul.

Ms. Wakamiya offers guests food that is kind to the body and soul. While feeling that "food" is important for connecting the body and mind, she came across fermented foods. After spending time with local friends overseas, she was moved by the experience of living a lifestyle unique to that place, so she opened "Japanese Fermented Degustation Bar ODORU" to let people experience the Japanese lifestyle through "food." Certified as a fermented food chef, she serves vegetarian-based dishes with gentle flavors that are healthy for the body and mind.

若宮　たみ江Tamie Wakamiya

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

Restaurant DA CIRO Restaurant DA CIRO Gion, Kyoto Italian,Italian/French / Italian / European / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

上坂　祐一郎Yuichiro Uesaka

Mr. Uesaka was fascinated by Italian cuisine, where the flavors of the ingredients come through directly.

He was born in 1984 in Kyoto. He began his career in the hotel's French restaurant. Fascinated by Italian cuisine and its exceptional beauty of ingredients, he moved to Italy after switching to Italian cooking. In three cities in Puglia, Piemonte, and Tuscany, he studied the local cuisine of each region. After returning to Japan, he joined Ristorante t.v.b in Gion as a sous chef. Three years later, he became a chef, and in 2023, he opened his own restaurant as the owner and chef of Restaurant DA CIRO.

上坂　祐一郎Yuichiro Uesaka

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

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

Ajikitcho Bunbuan 味吉兆　ぶんぶ庵 Honmachi/Sakaisujihonmachi, Osaka Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

三船　桂佑Keisuke Mifune

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A chef who has loved cooking since childhood

Born in Fukuoka Prefecture on September 28th, 1985, Chef Mifune loved cooking ever since he was a kid, and went on the study at Nakamura Culinary School in Fukuoka with the hopes of making it a career. He loves all kinds of cooking and had a hard time deciding on a specialty, but when in school he resolved to follow that path of traditional Japanese cuisine. Afterwards, he trained at Ajikitcho Daimaru for five years before transferring to Ajikitcho Bunbuan when it opened. He started out there as a regular cook, but was made head chef after gaining experience and demonstrating great ability. About one year late, he is still showing of his talents in that role.

三船　桂佑Keisuke Mifune

Gion Shizuka 祇園　静水香 Gion, Kyoto Kyoto Cuisine,Japanese / Kyoto Cuisine / General / Sake

澤田　和巳Tatsumi Sawada

An experienced chef who has fascinated international diners spins a new tale in Kyoto.

Mr. Sawada started his career as a chef at Gion Maruyama, a long-established restaurant with two Michelin stars. Having gained experience in prestigious restaurants, he was the head chef of a restaurant in Tokyo, where he achieved three consecutive Michelin stars. He also worked as a head chef at luxury hotels abroad, attracting guests worldwide. In July 2024, he returned to Kyoto and assumed the head chef position at Gion Shizuka. The sincerity and warmth in his cooking always attract visitors.

澤田　和巳Tatsumi Sawada

Yabu Distillery Restaurant Yabu Distillery Restaurant 養父蒸溜所 Minamisemba, Osaka French,Italian/French / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Whisky

山本　健太郎Kentaro Yamamoto

Mr. Yamamoto serves various creative French cuisines to complement Japan's signature brews.

Mr. Yamamoto serves various creative French cuisines to complement Japan's signature brews. After serving as a banquet chef and chef at Restaurant Chambord within Rihga Royal Hotel Osaka, he worked at Restaurant Ruan within NIPPONIA HOTEL NARA and then at KENZO ESTATE WINERY Osaka Branch. Currently, he is a chef at Yabu Distillery Restaurant. Mr. Yamamoto has devised a wide variety of French dishes to pair with quality Japanese artisans' work in the creation of liquor. He offers a wide range of French cuisine to deepen the flavor of the liquor.

山本　健太郎Kentaro Yamamoto

Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Wine

Marc Vetri　Marc Vetri

Mr. Vetri produces dishes and a space to enjoy authentic Italian food casually.

He is the owner and partner chef of Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar. Born and raised in Philadelphia, USA, in a family operating an Italian restaurant, he learned the techniques and tastes of authentic Italian cuisine from his grandfather and father, who were chefs. With further training, he became a star chef, turning his Philadelphia restaurant into one of the most popular places in the United States. Valuing the "family" connection from the previous generation to the next, he develops restaurants named after his grandfather, "Maurice," worldwide.

Marc Vetri　Marc Vetri

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

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

Burisho 魚師匠 Kyoto Station, Kyoto Seafood,Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)

松本　穂高Hodaka Matsumoto

Mr. Matsumoto continues to hone his culinary skills and knowledge, bringing fresh style to the food and beverage industry.

He was born in 1977 in Kyoto. A part-time job in high school led him to the food and beverage world. He expanded his career by serving as manager of a creative kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto and as executive chef of a Japanese restaurant in Beijing, China. Currently, he is using his wealth of experience to reach a new height at Burisho.

松本　穂高Hodaka Matsumoto

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

Doikatsuman Gion Yasaka Branch 土井活鰻　祇園八坂店 Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto Unagi (eel),Japanese / Unagi (eel)

土井　貴史Takashi Doi

Mr. Doi converted his grandfather`s river fish store, established over 100 years ago, into an eel restaurant.

Mr. Doi's grandfather managed a river fish market in Kyoto's central wholesale market, so he was familiar with trade since he was a child. He trained under his grandfather after graduating high school and inherited the river fish market at the age of 26, after his grandfather passed away. In March 2018, he changed industries from the fish wholesale market, opening Doikatsuman and becoming the owner. After opening the first branch in Fushimi-Inari, he opened a second restaurant in Gion-Yasaka.

土井　貴史Takashi Doi

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Gion Katana

LIEN

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

Kurubushi

Mr. Honda attracts diners with creative Japanese cuisine that is rich in a sense of the season and makes the most of flexible ideas and proven techniques.

Gion Vitra

Ms. Takigawa was fascinated by the delicate and deep flavors of gorgeous French cuisine.

Mahoroba Irori Shinsaibashi

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

KATSUDON

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.

Japanese Fermented Degustation Bar ODORU

Ms. Wakamiya offers guests food that is kind to the body and soul.

Piopiko

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

Restaurant DA CIRO

Mr. Uesaka was fascinated by Italian cuisine, where the flavors of the ingredients come through directly.

Kyo-ryori Tategami

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

SIK eatery

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

Ajikitcho Bunbuan

A chef who has loved cooking since childhood

Gion Shizuka

An experienced chef who has fascinated international diners spins a new tale in Kyoto.

Yabu Distillery Restaurant

Mr. Yamamoto serves various creative French cuisines to complement Japan's signature brews.

Mr. Maurice's Italian & Rooftop Bar

Mr. Vetri produces dishes and a space to enjoy authentic Italian food casually.

Kappa Ramen Honpo Sennichimae Branch

A big ramen lover decided to make ramen noodles by himself

Wagyu Restaurant Bungo Gion

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

Burisho

Mr. Matsumoto continues to hone his culinary skills and knowledge, bringing fresh style to the food and beverage industry.

Teppanyaki MYDO

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

Doikatsuman Gion Yasaka Branch

Mr. Doi converted his grandfather`s river fish store, established over 100 years ago, into an eel restaurant.