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Nihonryori Tomita

日本料理とみた

  • Kumamoto, Kumamoto
  • Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake

冨田 浩Hiroshi Tomita

Mr. Tomita presents the quintessence of Japanese cuisine in a Japanese setting, with dishes that are rich in flavor and make the most of seasonal ingredients.

He was born in 1969 in Kumamoto. The owner of Nihonryori Tomita. While working part-time at a Japanese restaurant, he was praised for the delicious rice balls he made, which awakened his enjoyment of working in the food industry. He trained at a Japanese restaurant in Tokyo for five years, aspiring to become a professional. After returning to Kumamoto and working for many years as a sous chef at a traditional Japanese restaurant and a chef at a Japanese restaurant, he founded his current restaurant in 2008. The restaurant was moved to its current location in 2020. He attracts guests from Japan and abroad with seasonal delicacies and cordial hospitality in an elegant Japanese space.

冨田 浩Hiroshi Tomita

Kamakura Sukiyaki Shabu Shabu Restaurant Sasho

鎌倉すき焼きしゃぶしゃぶレストラン Sasho

  • Kamakura/Zushi, Kanagawa
  • Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

横井 良介Ryosuke Yokoi

Cherishing the taste and space passed down from generation to generation, Mr. Yokoi connects the restaurant to the future.

He was inspired to pursue a career in the culinary world by his mother, a chef, from whom he learned how to make dashi soup, warishita (seasoned broth), and miso. His desire to have more people enjoy the long-loved taste his mother's hands produce leads him to become a chef. At the heart of his approach is to offer hospitality in a Japanese-style house and a space surrounded by a beautiful garden that evokes the atmosphere of good old Kamakura. He strives every day to provide his guests with impressions and satisfaction.

横井 良介Ryosuke Yokoi

Sennaritei Shinkabou

せんなり亭 心華房

  • Hikone/Taga/Aisho, Shiga
  • Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak

川上 康裕Yasuhiro Kawakami

Valuing every encounter with customers and ingredients, Mr. Kawakami delivers the best taste of the moment.

Mr. Kawakami was born in 1988 in Shiga. After graduating from a cooking school, he trained at an Italian restaurant in Gion, Kyoto, and started his career as a chef. After that, he gained experience in French cuisine at a wedding hall in Shiga Prefecture and then moved to Sennaritei Fudo, a restaurant specializing in Omi beef in Shiga Prefecture. He creates new-style course meals using Omi beef, Shiga's specialty, and always works with the ingredients with full attention.

川上 康裕Yasuhiro Kawakami

RAIKA Shinjuku-gyoen

礼華 新宿御苑

  • Shinjuku-Gyoen, Tokyo
  • Chinese,Chinese / General / General / General

新山 重治Shigeji Niiyama

The Chef's Recommendations

Mr. Shigeji Niiyama is evolving Chinese cuisine by pursuing innovation and creativity based on Shanghai cuisine. 

Mr. Shigeji Niiyama was born in 1957 in Aomori prefecture. At the age of 16, he started his career as a chef and worked at Tojo Kaikan and Capitol Tokyu Hotel. He became the master chef at Chinese Restaurant Turandot Yusenkyo in 1997, and the master chef at the main branch of Sharks Fin Chinese Restaurant Tsukushiro in Ebisu in 1998. In 2004, he went independent and opened RAIKA in Shinjuku-gyoen. He also opened RAIKA Seirankyo in 2009, RAIKA Shi kun shi so in 2018, and SHINKA in Nogizaka in 2021.

新山 重治Shigeji Niiyama

Kansaifu Jiyaki Unagi to Hitsumabushi Amanohaku

関西風地焼きうなぎとひつまぶし 天ノ箔

  • Shinjuku-Gyoen, Tokyo
  • Unagi (eel),Japanese / Unagi (eel)

矢田 龍之介Ryunosuke Yada

The natural flavor of eel is enhanced using proven techniques.

Mr. Yada was born in 1998 in Aichi. Growing up in Nagoya's hitsumabushi and eel culture, he became interested in eel cuisine. After training at a major eel specialty restaurant, he also gained experience at private restaurants and mastered a wide range of techniques. While eel is an inherently expensive foodstuff, inexpensive eel has also been distributed in recent years. In these circumstances, he strives to offer eels that taste better using reliable techniques. While respecting traditional cooking methods, he aims to serve the authentic taste of eel.

矢田 龍之介Ryunosuke Yada

Hitori Shabu Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro Shinjuku Toho Bldg. Branch

ひとりしゃぶしゃぶ七代目松五郎 新宿東宝ビル店

  • Shinjuku West Exit/Tochomae, Tokyo
  • Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

百瀬 和輝Kazuki Momose

Mr. Momose brings smiles to people's faces with easygoing and enjoyable shabu-shabu made from carefully selected ingredients.

He has been in charge of Hitori Shabu Shabu Nanadaime Matsugoro since its launch, having previously worked at the group's sukiyaki restaurant, Kuriya Nanadaime Matsugoro. Offering delicious shabu-shabu to people in Japan and abroad as a fast food restaurant where shabu-shabu can be experienced easily and at a reasonable price. He works daily to please many people with shabu-shabu and sukiyaki, made with carefully selected ingredients, including A4 and A5 Black Wagyu beef.

百瀬 和輝Kazuki Momose

Tonkotsu Monja Konamamire Asakusa Branch

とんこつもんじゃ コナマミレ 浅草店

  • Asakusa, Tokyo
  • Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Monjayaki (okonomiyaki pancakes using diluted batter) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)

高橋 和磨Kazuma Takahashi

Mr. Takahashi utilizes the skills and experience he has gained over the years in his daily culinary pursuits.

He was born in 1995 in Tokyo. He began his culinary journey inspired by a part-time job in the food service industry. Having honed his skills at an Italian restaurant, a yakitori restaurant, and a monjayaki restaurant, he has gained experience in a wide range of genres. He was invited to join the Tonkotsu Monja Konamamire Asakusa Branch by one from whom he learned a great deal about his current work, and he has been involved since its opening on December 16, 2023.

高橋 和磨Kazuma Takahashi

YOSHIKI FUJI

YOSHIKI FUJI

  • Hitachi/Hitachiota, Ibaraki
  • French,Italian/French / French / Spanish / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

藤 良樹Yoshiki Fuji

Mr. Fuji is an ever-evolving French chef on a new gastronomic stage.

He was born in 1980 in Ibaraki. Admiring his father, who was a chef, he entered a culinary school. After studying at restaurants in Tokyo and Kanagawa, he eventually took over the renowned restaurant Sessonan in 2014. In pursuit of further evolution, he went to the Basque Country in Spain, a city of gastronomy. Through learning from master chefs, he realized the importance of improving his self-expression. In May 2024, he opened YOSHIKI FUJI. His cuisine, full of originality, continues to attract many people.

藤 良樹Yoshiki Fuji

Fugu Ryori UMEI

ふぐ料理 うめい

  • Akasaka, Tokyo
  • Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Fugu (blowfish) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

梅井 聖寿Kiyotoshi Umei

After a fateful encounter with fugu, Mr. Umei became a licensed Fugu chef.

He was born in 1993 in Osaka. His love of his mother's cooking was the starting point for his career as a cook. He started working part-time at a fugu restaurant and obtained his fugu chef's license the following year. At that point, he already had a clear vision for his future. He later joined a specialized fugu restaurant, where he honed his skills for 8 years. In May 2023, he opened Umei as the owner and head chef.

梅井 聖寿Kiyotoshi Umei

Drammatico

Drammatico

  • Ogikubo, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian

重岡 中也Chuya Shigeoka

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

Kushinobo Kyoto Station Branch

串の坊 京都駅店

  • Kyoto Station, Kyoto
  • Japanese,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers)

木本 龍治Ryuji Kimoto

Simple in appearance but requires creativity and meticulous preparation.

Born in 1970 in Hyogo prefecture. He worked at a major grocery store chain after graduating high school, earning his knowledge and experience by supplying fresh vegetables and seafood. In 1991, he entered Kushinobo through his acquaintance. He learnt the basics in preparing ingredients and deep-fried dishes to refine his technique. He now assumes the role of manager at Kushinobo Kyoto Station branch and puts his heart into preparing ingredients for each menu.  

木本 龍治Ryuji Kimoto

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

小泉 孟Hajime Koizumi

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

Kasho Hanakikyo Nagoya Nohgakudo hōsa Branch

菓匠 花桔梗 名古屋能楽堂 蓬左 hosa 店

  • Marunouchi, Aichi
  • Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Coffee / Japanese Tea

伊藤 誠敏Masatoshi Ito

Born into a family of Japanese confectioners for generations, following the path of Wagashi.

Mr. Ito was born in 1978 in Aichi. As his family owned a traditional Japanese confectionery shop, he grew up watching his grandfather and father, both confectioners and naturally aspired to follow in their footsteps. Trained at "Chou" in Nagoya and opened his own confectionery shop, Kasho Hanakikyo Nagoya Nohgakudo hōsa Branch. Located on the first floor of the Nagoya Noh Theater, where Noh and Kyogen plays are performed, the shop gained popularity as a place to enjoy traditional wagashi after experiencing Japanese culture.

伊藤 誠敏Masatoshi Ito

Kagayasuke Main Branch

本店加賀彌助

  • Kanazawa Station, Ishikawa
  • Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi)

西川 正次Masatsugu Nishikawa

A veteran Kanazawa sushi chef who crafts his dishes with precision, all while engaging guests with polite conversation.

Born on February 1st, 1950 in Ishikawa Prefecture, at age 21 he went on to Kagayasuke Main Branch after training in Tokyo. He continued to fine-tune his sushi skills at this long-standing Kanazawa shop, where he delivers precise flavors along with pleasant conversation at the counter. Kanazawa is rich with foods from both the land and sea, which are displayed in expertly crafted signature dishes like "Tama," which is made with baked minced sweet shrimp, and his expertly prepared "Dashizuke Ikura," made with locally harvested salmon roe. Dishes like these have helped him garner a wide following of customers that stretch beyond his local prefecture.

西川 正次Masatsugu Nishikawa

Uni Senmonten Yoichiya Otaru Unga Branch

うに専門店世壱屋 小樽運河店

  • Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
  • Kaisendon (seafood bowl),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Donburi (rice bowl)

佐藤 勇太Yuta Sato

With local pride, Mr. Sato warmly welcomes and greets visitors.

He was born in 1989 in Hokkaido. Influenced by his father, he developed a passion for cooking and entered the culinary world. In 2018, he joined Yoichiya and started his career as a chef. After gaining experience at affiliated stores, he moved to Yoichiya Otaru Unga Banh in 2022, where he is currently the manager. With dishes that respect the fresh ingredients and traditions unique to Hokkaido, he provides satisfaction and excitement to his guests.

佐藤 勇太Yuta Sato

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

Hikariya & yajimon

ひかりや&yajimon

  • Omicho Market, Ishikawa
  • Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

石原 亨Toru Ishihara

The global food culture Mr. Ishihara experienced as an athlete inspired him to pursue a food and beverage industry career.

He was born in 1972 in Ishikawa. Initially, he was a member of the Japanese national canoe freestyle team. While traveling around the world for about 20 years as an athlete, he enjoyed eating each country's cuisine. His turning point came in 2002 when he encountered Wiener Schnitzel (veal cutlet) in Austria. He decided to pursue a second career in the restaurant industry to convey the appeal of the dish in Japan. He currently demonstrates his culinary skills as both the owner and chef.

石原 亨Toru Ishihara

Kurotan Yakiniku Aoki

黒タン焼肉 青木

  • Shinjuku-Sanchome, Tokyo
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Gyutan (beef tongue) / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

青木 翼Tsubasa Aoki

With a strong passion for meat cuisine, Mr. Aoki has refined his knowledge and skills with meat worldwide.

He was born in 1983 in Kanagawa. He was intensely interested in eating and especially liked Wagyu beef. Influenced by a relative who worked at a butcher store, he decided to specialize in meat dishes and Wagyu beef. In 2003, he moved overseas and started his career in earnest. He studied meat in France, Italy, Germany, and the United States. After training at a meat restaurant in Tokyo, he went overseas again to further his studies. After returning to Japan, he opened Black Tan Yakiniku Aoki as the owner.

青木 翼Tsubasa Aoki

Sankiro Saryo KAITO

三宜楼茶寮KAITO

  • Moji, Fukuoka
  • Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish)

田中 俊彦Toshihiko Tanaka

Inheriting his father's passion, Mr. Tanaka has continued to hone his skills as the same chef.

He was born in 1975 in Fukuoka. He entered the culinary world at a restaurant where his father, who was a chef, took him. Starting his training at the age of 15, he devoted himself to the study of Japanese cuisine. After honing his skills at various famous restaurants, mainly in Fukuoka, he joined his current company. He continues to create beautiful and delicious dishes at restaurants such as Kaisendokoro Sushi KAITO Mojiko Main Branch and Sankiro Saryo KAITO, making full use of the skills he has cultivated and his keen eye for discerning ingredients.

田中 俊彦Toshihiko Tanaka

Onzoshi Kiyoyasutei

御曹司 きよやす邸

  • Roppongi, Tokyo
  • Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Beef Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)

今野 正博IMANO MASAHIRO

He started as a chef and his career carried him into management.

He remembers how moving it is to see delighted diners who came all the way out to taste his cooking enjoy the meals he set out for them!

今野 正博IMANO MASAHIRO

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