581 - 600 of 664 chefs
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Sakedokoro Yamane
酒処 やまね
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shochu
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山根 健次YAMANE KENJI
The Chef's Recommendations -
A veteran who welcomes his customers with his warm personality and dishes made from the freshest ingredients
Born in Tottori prefecture in 1958, he decided to pursue a career as chef of Japanese cuisine as he admired the protagonist of a TV show. After graduating cooking school, he trained at a luxury Japanese restaurant in Osaka for 2 years. Moving to Tokyo, he diligently studied at the Japanese restaurant Tsukushi for 2 years. After this, he worked for 15 years at a Japanese restaurant that would become a step towards his present one. He took the opportunity to take over the business when his master retired, opening Sakedokoro Yamane in 1991 and continuing to the present day.
山根 健次YAMANE KENJI
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Sumiyaki Hormone Ikedaya
炭焼ホルモン 池田屋
- Ayase, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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池田 歓弘IKEDA YOSHIHIRO
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He's moved by his customers complimenting on his food
Born in 1980, in Ibaraki prefecture, the owner feels happy when he sees his customers smile and compliment on his food. This happiness set him to pursue the career of cooking. Thinking of his customers, lead him to use healthy ingredients. Everyday he keeps challenging conventional cooking methods with a frontier spirit. The reason he's loved by his frequenters is because they feel his eager spirit.
池田 歓弘IKEDA YOSHIHIRO
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300B ONE
300B ONE
- Ikebukuro West Exit, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / International/Fusion / Steak / Pizza
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亀山 大作KAMEYAMA DAISAKU
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His creative and original dishes were inspired by his experience with Japanese and Italian cuisine.
He was born in 1982 in Kyoto Prefecture. His family ran a home-cooking restaurant, so he's always had an interest in cuisine. He started with Japanese food, then switched to Italian when he left for Tokyo. He brings his unique creations to life using his mixed culinary backround.
亀山 大作KAMEYAMA DAISAKU
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Morceau
モルソー
- Hibiya/Yurakucho, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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秋元 さくらAKIMOTO SAKURA
The Chef's Recommendations -
To make food that can make people happy - that is where this chef comes from
She was born in Fukui prefecture. Her turning point to enter culinary school came when she was working as a cabin assistant in an airline company, and the food she cooked made her husband happy. After graduating, she began training at "Monde Cafe" in Shinjuku, and subsequently polished her skills at "Au Gamin de Tokio" in Shirogane, under the guidance of chef Takemasa Kinoshita. In 2009, she opened "Morceau" together with her sommelier husband. Her homemade bread is a culmination of what she learned about making bread over the course of a year, and has garnered much popularity.
秋元 さくらAKIMOTO SAKURA
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CHASECO
CHASECO
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / General / Italian
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齋藤 尚道SAITO NAOMICHI
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Bringing the sensibilities he gained from his experiences in and around Italy.
Opened Le Petite Tonneau in 2001 in Kudanshita.
齋藤 尚道SAITO NAOMICHI
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Dining & Bar KITSUNE
dining&barKITSUNE
- Shibuya South Exit, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / French / Sake
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小林 傑KOBAYASHI SUGURU
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He strives to build a unique menu that matches the restaurant's atmosphere
He was born in Nagano prefecture in 1979, and it was a part-time kitchen job that gave him the motivation to go to Tokyo and start cooking professionally. After training at hotel kitchens and French restaurants, he gathered experience at various restaurants, such as a small bistro and a 145-seater restaurant in Daikanyama, where he worked as the head chef. In 2012, he became the head chef of Dining & Bar KITSUNE, where he handles the creation of new menu items, including dishes like "Sushine," a cross between sushi and a terrine. He says, "I want to continue offering dishes that taste great, but still manage to surprise customers."
小林 傑KOBAYASHI SUGURU
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Sosaku Chinese Hong Kong Homemade Dumpling Chai
創作中華香港手作り点心チャイ
- Waseda, Tokyo
- Dim Sum,Chinese / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Hong Kong / Chinese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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黄KO
The Chef's Recommendations -
The authentic Chinese chef.
Chef Ko was using his skill as a Chinese chef in China. He came to Japan in 2005 and became the chef of this restaurant. The renowned mabodofu (spicy dish with tofu and ground meat) featured on the radio is his creation.
黄KO
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Apicius
レストランアピシウス
- Hibiya/Yurakucho, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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岩元 学IWAMOTO MANABU
The Chef's Recommendations -
A master craftsman of French cuisine inheriting the Grande Maison tradition
He was born in Tokyo in 1959. He was influenced by a senior in his high school field hockey club who decided to go down the path of becoming a chef, so eventually he too went to culinary school. After graduation, he worked for four years at the prestigious French restaurant called "Piaget," where he built a strong culinary foundation. In 1983, he entered Apicius, and diligently studied under the wings of Chef Tokuo Takahashi, one of the most esteemed French chefs in Japan. In 1997, he became a sous chef, and then eventually moved on to his present position as head chef in 2008.
岩元 学IWAMOTO MANABU
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Restaurant Mona Lisa Ebisu Branch
レストラン モナリザ 恵比寿店
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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河野 透KAWANO TORU
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Our chef values the input of his guests and pursues fashionable, cuttingedge cuisine with the spirit of a true craftsman
Born September 25th, 1957 in Miyazaki Prefecture. After graduating from the Tsuji Culinary Institute in Osaka, he studied at Seiyoken for five years before moving to France. He started at Japanese restaurants before working his way to the Michelin one-star (now three-star) restaurant Guy Savoy in Paris. He then honed his skills at the Swiss restaurant Girardet before returning to Japan. He served as head chef at Restaurant Hiramatsu and chateau restaurant Joel Robuchon for three years before striking out on his own. In 1997 he opened Restaurant Monna Lisa Ebisu.
河野 透KAWANO TORU
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Arroceria Sal y Amor
アロセリア サル イ アモール
- Daikanyama, Tokyo
- Spanish/Mediterranean,Global/International / Western Homemade Meal / Spanish / Wine
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宮崎 健太MIYAZAKI KENTA
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A fateful encounter during a five-year stay in Madrid…
He was born in Kochi prefecture in 1981. After graduating from culinary school, he started his career with a role in a Japanese restaurant. He decided to shift his focus after motivation from a special feature on Spain that he read in a magazine, and went to Spain when he was 22. He trained at various places such as Castile and Leon, and spent five years at the Arroceria "Mano a Mano" in Madrid. He returned to Japan when he was 29. In September 2012, he opened "Arroceria Sal y Amor" together with Mr. Victor Garcia, whom he met in Madrid, as a co-owner.
宮崎 健太MIYAZAKI KENTA
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Arcana Tokyo
アルカナ東京
- Marunouchi, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Cake / Wine
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飯野 昭人IINO AKIHITO
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A chef pursuing the art of cooking with the determination of a master craftsman after a visit to France
Born in Fukushima prefecture in 1983, this chef has always loved making things and aspired to be a chef since a young age. After graduating school and spending some time in another industry, he started working at a french restaurant in Hayama at the age of 19 through an introduction from a friend. There, he studied cooking basics for 4 years. Later he travelled to France where he trained in Normandy, Ile De France, and Cote d'Azur for 5 years, experiencing authentic French cuisine. He returned to Japan in 2011 to work in Benoit in Aoyama, and joined Arukana Tokyo KARATO in 2013.
飯野 昭人IINO AKIHITO
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Bistro Le Nougat
ビストロ ヌガ
- Ginza, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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梅津Mr. Umetsu
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His father's cuisine was the starting point of his own
He was born in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. Inspired by his father who was a chef, it was natural for him to become a chef. He improved his culinary skills at a French restaurant in Tokyo and a restaurant in Yokohama. After that, he left for France to acquire knowledge in authentic French cuisine. Currently, he is playing an active role as the chef of Bistro Le Nougat.
梅津Mr. Umetsu
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Q Ebisu
Q 恵比寿店(キュー)
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Wine / Italian / Spanish
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柳原 勇太YANAGIHARA YUTA
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Our chef turned his passion for cooking into a career, and has experience in a wine variety of cuisines
He entered the world of the culinary arts out of a love of cooking. He learned the basic principles of cuisine at a Japanese-style restaurant. After that he strived to improve his skills, taking up a position at a cake shop making desserts. Today his specialty is creative dishes that cross the boundaries of different culinary styles.
柳原 勇太YANAGIHARA YUTA
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Ocomo
OCOMO
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Monjayaki (okonomiyaki pancakes using diluted batter) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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安倍 康介ABE KOSUKE
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The smiles of his customers inspire him to spend every day trying to make the best possible food on his hot plate.
He was born in Tokyo in 1995. From a young age he was interested in cooking, and when he was a student, he gained experience in the food industry through part-time jobs. This experience led to him setting his heart upon a career within cooking. In 2010, he started work at Asakusa Monja Ocomo. He became interested in working with a hot plate, which allows for a wide range of cooking to be performed. Every day he tries out new ideas as he cooks. He also puts his heart into welcoming his customers to make them happy.
安倍 康介ABE KOSUKE
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Iemeshi Shushu Yuki
家めし 殊衆 豊輝
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Western Homemade Meal / Shochu
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佐藤 則子SATO NORIKO
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Home cooking for city folk, with a down-to-earth hostess.
She was born in Tokyo in 1970. She was raised by parents who were both gourmands, and in elementary school she was determined to learn cooking. After becoming independent, she began inviting friends to her house to eat her home cooking, and this inspired her to start "Iemeshi Shushu" in 2004, specializing in home-style cooking difficult to come upon for the modern city dweller. Modest and unpretentious, she has earned the trust of the world-weary through her fine cooking.
佐藤 則子SATO NORIKO
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Nepalico Komazawa branch
ネパリコ 駒沢店
- Komazawa-Daigaku, Tokyo
- Asia,Other Asian / Indian / Nepalese / Indian Curry
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パダム デボコタPADAMU DEBOKOTA
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He opened "Nepalico" with the aim of making Nepalese culture commonplace
He was born in Gorkha, Nepal in 1980, and came to Japan in 2003 in order to learn Japanese. After that, he resolved to spread the charm of Nepalese culture within Japan itself upon marrying his Japanese wife. He trained at restaurants in Tokyo, and returned to Nepal for a period of time to learn about Nepalese cuisine. In September 2010, he opened "Nepalico Shibuya branch". In March 2014, he opened "Nepalico Komazawa branch", thus spreading the charm of Nepalese cuisine further.
パダム デボコタPADAMU DEBOKOTA
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GINZA TOTOKI
GINZA TOTOKI
- Ginza, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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十時 亨TOTOKI TORU
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An encounter with a chef of French cuisine opened him up to the world of French food.
Toru Totoki was born in 1956 in Fukushima prefecture. When he was 20-years old, at a time that few people were familiar with French cuisine, he happened to meet the head chef of a French restaurant. Thanks to this chef's introduction, Totoki trained for 2 years at Regence Shibuya, then the famous French restaurant Ginza Lecrin, before going to Europe. He worked for 11 years as the head chef of Ginza Lecrin, from 1992 to 2003, then he opened Les Dix Temps, The Totoki. In 2013, the restaurant was updated and re-opened as Ginza Totoki.
十時 亨TOTOKI TORU
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Onzoshi Matsurokuya
御曹司 松六家
- Roppongi, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Mizutaki (chicken hot pot)
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藤野 真太郎FUJINO SHINTARO
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A restaurateur who continually seeks to provide a customer-tailored experience.
Born in Tokyo in 1970, he embraced the dream becoming a chef and opening a restaurant with his father. Upon graduation from a culinary school, he honed his skills at hotels and Japanese restaurants in Tokyo, Chiba, and Kanagawa. He became head chef at Onzoshi Matsurokuya in June of 2012. He strives daily to offer true hospitality by utilizing best-quality ingredients to make food that keeps you coming back for more.
藤野 真太郎FUJINO SHINTARO
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Oshio Ataru
おしお ATARU店
- Tsukishima, Tokyo
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Monjayaki (okonomiyaki pancakes using diluted batter)
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松野 雄太MATSUNO YUTA
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We want our favorite foods to become our customers' favorites too.
I have always loved making okonomiyaki pancakes at home, so I started working here part time in the second year of high school. And then, falling in love with the taste of monjayaki, I decided to work here full time. I want to serve monjayaki to the customers and have them love it as much as I do!?
松野 雄太MATSUNO YUTA
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Shimagohan Kokoro Hokkori Okinawa Meshi
島ごはん こころほっこり沖縄めし
- Nishi-Kasai/Kasai, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Okinawa Cuisine / General / General
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東 尚亮AZUMA NAOAKI
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A chef fascinated by Okinawan people, culture, and cuisine
He started work in a compeletely different industry, but came to have a vague longing for Okinawa. This love for Okinawa drove him to join an Okinawan restaurant. Surrounded by Okinawan staff, he learned everything including culture and language from the basics. Currently, he is the chef at Shimagohan Kokoro Hokkori Okinawa Meshi, and brings "true attraction of Okinawa and reliable Okinawan taste" to customers carefully. Among his many dreams, he says, the dream that is closest to coming true is "to open a second store."
東 尚亮AZUMA NAOAKI