1401 - 1420 of 1837 chefs
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Kappo Komewo
割烹こめを
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Japanese Sosaku (creative),Japanese / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / General
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沼倉 大将Daichi Numakura
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Mr. Numakura is a Japanese artisan chef passionate about conveying the quality and culture of Japanese food.
He was born in 1995 in Fukushima. He began studying culinary arts on his own and studied at several restaurants. Currently, he is the head chef at Kappo Komewo, which opened in November 2023. He has a passionate spirit of exploration, visiting the producing regions himself to deepen his understanding of the ingredients. Not only does he cook delicious food, but he also takes great care in creating the restaurant's worldview, including the interior design and selection of tableware. He is multi-talented, active as an influencer, and a certified "rice sommelier."
沼倉 大将Daichi Numakura
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Kaiseki Kappo Nagasaka
懐石割烹 なが坂
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)
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長坂 俊明Toshiaki Nagasaka
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The delight he felt after having his cooking complimented as a child inspired him to become a chef
He was born in February of 1964 in Aichi Prefecture. He has loved making food ever since he was a child, and after hearing his siblings tell him how delicious his food was after cooking for them, he knew he wanted to become a chef someday. He studied at Tsuji Culinary Institute in Osaka’s Abeno ward, and from there he went on to develop his skills further at "Shofukuro Kobe Branch", which is based in Shiga Prefecture, as well as "Yamane" sushi restaurant in Kitashinchi, Osaka. He opened "Kaiseki Kappo Nagasaka" in 2002, where he displays his expertise as owner and head chef.
長坂 俊明Toshiaki Nagasaka
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Miyabi An
みやび庵
- Hida/Takayama, Gifu
- Soba (noodles),Japanese / Gyudon (beef bowl) / Soba (noodles) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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角田 博Hiroshi Tsunoda
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He believes in thoroughly investigating things. A chef who is brimming with passion
Chef Tsunoda was born on July 7th, 1970 and is from Saitama prefecture. He is a graduate of Musashino Cooking College. He decided to become a chef because he liked cooking and because he started a part time job at a restaurant. He steadily gained experience, rising up to become the head chef at a Japanese restaurant in a resort hotel. Along the way, he became fascinated by the charm of soba noodles, studying them while still working as head chef before going independent. He opened Miyabi An in Hida Takayama.
角田 博Hiroshi Tsunoda
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Pontochotakara
先斗町多から
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Fugu (blowfish) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine
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瀧井 研哉KENYA TAKII
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Fourth-generation cook in a long-established restaurant, this chef picked up the torch of a traditional taste, now over 120 years old.
Born in Kyoto in 1975. The culinary arts played a very important part in the environment he grew up in, and He was familiarized with cooking from a very early age. He'd initially embarked on a different path, and yet couldn't quite accept that this long culinary tradition passed on through so many generations would simply end with him… And this daunting thought eventually led him to become a cook himself. Kyoto cuisine has many aficionados, it is acclaimed for the respectful way fresh ingredients are prepared, to craft simple dishes that bring out the best of their natural taste. He is currently the fourth generation chef of the Pontocho-takara, preserving the traditional flavors of a long-established landmark.
瀧井 研哉KENYA TAKII
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Gyoza-Dokoro Sukemasa Kyoto Tower Sando branch
ぎょうざ処 亮昌 京都タワーサンド店
- Kyoto Station, Kyoto
- Gyoza (dumplings),Chinese / Gyoza (dumplings)
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今西 貴広Takahiro Imanishi
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His restaurant serves only gyoza (dumpling). That is why he really seriously works at it.
He was born in 1980 in Osaka. After working as a server for 17 years, he is currently working in the kitchen. As his restaurant offers only gyoza (dumpling), he sticks to serving it in a perfect condition with a beautiful brown color to meet the expectations of the guests visiting the restaurant for special [Wa-Gyoza (Japanese style dumpling)] made with local ingredients from Kyoto. He is working hard every day to serve his gyoza to many guests.
今西 貴広Takahiro Imanishi
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Japanese Cuisine Yamazaki
日本料理 山崎
- Kyobashi, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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山崎 浩治Koji Yamazaki
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He went independent after working at a renowned restaurant in the Kansai district. His restaurant is the only restaurant in Toyama with the three stars.
He was born in 1966 in Toyama prefecture. After graduating from junior high school, he trained for about 5 years at a kaiseki (traditional Japanese cuisine course) restaurant in Toyama, then accumulated further experiences in Tokyo and Osaka, including the renowned restaurant [Japanese Cuisine Kagaman]. He moved to Kanazawa when he got married, but went back to Osaka and worked at [Kagaman] again for 6 years. Then he went back to his hometown Toyama and opened the current [Japanese Cuisine Yamazaki] at the age of 30. In 2016, his restaurant became the only restaurant in Toyama and Ishikawa to have obtained the three stars.
山崎 浩治Koji Yamazaki
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Bankoden Akihabara UDX shop
盤古殿 秋葉原UDX店
- Akihabara, Tokyo
- Chinese,Chinese / General / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Chinese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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テンTen
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Chef who wants many people to enjoy authentic flavors.
Chef Ten creates superior Chinese cuisine at this restaurant by utilizing techniques he learned through his training in China. He is particular about each ingredient, and selects high-quality ingredients from all over the world. Puts all his effort into his food every day, in order to have his customers spend unforgettable moments by enjoying true deliciousness.
テンTen
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Kato Beef GINZA
加藤牛肉店 GINZA
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Hamburger Steak / Steak / Wine
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加藤 敦KATO ATSUSHI
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His Pursuit for Ultimate Beef Led Him to Yamagata Beef
He is the third generation owner of Kato Beef, located in Yokohama. Before he joined his family business, he attended a culinary school after high school. He frequented a meat market in Shibaura, Tokyo to learn everything about beef. His study of branded beef from various places led him to Yamagata beef.
加藤 敦KATO ATSUSHI
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Asakusa Umaimon Azuma
浅草うまいもん あづま
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese
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染谷大樹Daiki Someya
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Feel the depth of Asakusa's generosity and warm spirit.
Mr. Daiki Someya was born in 1990 in Asakusa. He grew up watching his parents run their restaurant Asakusa Umaimon Azuma. After graduating from university, he worked in a hotel's food and beverage section in Tokyo for three years to accumulate experience, then started working for his parent's restaurant. Currently, he is working hard at the restaurant's front line while learning cooking skills from his father and other skillful chefs who have supported the restaurant.
染谷大樹Daiki Someya
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Gion Sato
ぎおん 佐藤
- Gion, Kyoto
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Cookshop
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佐藤龍幸Tatsuyuki Sato
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Chef Tatsuyuki Sato's experience at sushi counters in Japanese restaurants and hotels has blossomed into his “sushi kappo" (a sushi bar with the chef and customers facing one another)
Born in 1964, a native of Kumamoto Prefecture. Tatsuyuki Sato began his career as a cook in a Japanese restaurant in Kyushu, afterwards polishing his skills at hotels and Japanese restaurants in Kyoto and Osaka. After 13 years of experience working at the sushi counter at Kyoto Hotel Okura, he went independent and opened Gion Sato. He emphasizes his “sushi kappo (sushi bar)” which leverages his own experiences, attracting quite a reputation. In February 2015, he relocated his store, which had become cramped, to the south side of Gion and reopened for business.
佐藤龍幸Tatsuyuki Sato
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la rencontre
ラ・ランコントル
- Nagano, Nagano
- French,Italian/French / French
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瀬下 努Tsutomu Seshimo
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He wants to spread the local ingredients of Nagano, a treasure box of ingredients.
He was born in 1977 in Nagano prefecture. After graduating from high school, he entered a culinary school, then trained at [HOTEL DE MIKUNI] for 12 years. He also worked as the master chef at [Izu Auberge arcana izu] and [Yakushima sankara hotel & spa]. In December 2016, he went independent and opened [la rencontre]. He wants to spread the local ingredients of Nagano, a treasure box of ingredients.
瀬下 努Tsutomu Seshimo
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Ehime / Uwajima Ryori Kadoya Toranomon
愛媛・宇和島料理 かどや 虎ノ門
- Toranomon, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)
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末永 悦巳Etsumi Suenaga
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To stay busy and to contribute something of worth - the job of chef is a sacred task
Born in Ehime Prefecture in 1970, Chef Suenaga always loved cooking, but still pictured himself working as an office woker. However, he did not give up on his dream of being a cook, and took a job working at a Western style restaurant. From there, he aimed to steadily improve and rise as a cook. Eventually, the manager of Kadoya Kasumitei generously put him in charge of the kitchen at Kadoya Toranomon. Since the restaurant opened in October 2015, he has kept busy there every day working as head chef.
末永 悦巳Etsumi Suenaga
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Sushi Hoshiyama
鮨ほしやま
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi
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星山 忠史Tadashi Hoshiyama
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His childhood dreams came true after becoming a reputed sushi chef known for his expert craftsmanship
Mr. Hoshiyama was born in July of 1981 and grew up in Osaka. He was captivated by professional chefs when he was a child in middle school, and those experiences of watching chefs work from behind the counter ended up leading him to where he is today. After his high school graduation he spent seven years training at Tsukiji Sushi-Sei and then another five years at Matsumoto in Kyoto’s Gion district. From there he ventured out on his own to open Sushi Hoshiyama in 2012. Then the very next year he earned a star from a well-known restaurant guide. Today you can find him at his highly regarded restaurant where he pushes forward each day with carefully selected handpicked ingredients.
星山 忠史Tadashi Hoshiyama
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Sakanaya Oaji
サカナヤ オアジ
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Beer / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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荒井 拓也ARAI TAKUYA
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The hometown taste of Toyama that you can enjoy in Shimbashi
I was born on 21 July 1976 in Toyama prefecture. I have accumulated 20 years of experience as a chef focused on Japanese cuisine. In July of 2013, I became the head chef of the newly opened "Shusaiya Oaji Shimbashi", where I work today.
荒井 拓也ARAI TAKUYA
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Yakiniku USHIGORO Shinjuku 3-chome branch
焼肉うしごろ 新宿三丁目店
- Shinjuku-Sanchome, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak
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鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi, the executive chef, keeps creating better dishes to offer ultimate moments to the guests.
Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi was born in 1987 in Niigata prefecture. He started his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in a famous hotel in Tokyo, then entered a Japanese BBQ restaurant in Tokyo, where he became obsessed with Japan's proud wagyu (Japanese beef) and decided to pursue it. In 2016, he entered Sangue, Inc., one of the leading companies in the Japanese BBQ industry, because he deeply sympathized with its philosophy and management policy. Currently, he works as the executive chef of USHIGORO S. while developing products for Yakiniku USHIGORO.
鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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USHIGORO S. SHINJUKU
USHIGORO S. SHINJUKU
- Shinjuku-Sanchome, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi, the executive chef, keeps creating better dishes to offer ultimate moments to the guests.
Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi was born in 1987 in Niigata prefecture. He started his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in a famous hotel in Tokyo, then entered a Japanese BBQ restaurant in Tokyo, where he became obsessed with Japan's proud wagyu (Japanese beef) and decided to pursue it. In 2016, he entered Sangue, Inc., one of the leading companies in the Japanese BBQ industry, because he deeply sympathized with its philosophy and management policy. Currently, he works as the executive chef of USHIGORO S. while developing products for Yakiniku USHIGORO.
鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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WASHOKU SOUTEN
WASHOKU 蒼天 SOUTEN
- Nagatacho, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sushi / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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髙橋 賢Ken Takahashi
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Mr. Takahashi delivers ancient and traditional Japanese flavors in a stylish new WASHOKU.
He joined the Shin Yokohama Prince Hotel and was appointed head chef of the main dining room WASHOKU SOUTEN at the opening of The Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho in 2016. Paying particular attention to the tableware and presentation, he offers a modern and stylish new WASHOKU with traditional and ancient Japanese flavors. His activities are not limited to the domestic market; he has been invited to gourmet events in Italy, Spain, and other countries, where he has received praise from many gourmets.
髙橋 賢Ken Takahashi
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Sumibi Jidori Bishu Ayamuya
炭火地鶏・美酒 あやむ屋
- Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken / Wine
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永沼 巧Takumi Naganuma
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An experienced chef who uses well-honed techniques to present guests with delicious yakitori (grilled chicken skewers).
He was born in 1966 and grew up in Sapporo, Hokkaido. His love of food encouraged him to pick up a job at a yakitori restaurant in Osaka and start building up experience. After that, he decided to spend six months at a time working at different restaurants in order to develop a wide-ranging knowledge of yakitori. He then moved on to open Sumibi Jidori Bishu Ayamuya, where he devotes each day to preparing food with strict adherence to traditional preparation methods.
永沼 巧Takumi Naganuma
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Yakiniku USHIGORO Omotesando branch
焼肉うしごろ 表参道店
- Harajuku/Meiji-Jingumae, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak
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鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi, the executive chef, keeps creating better dishes to offer ultimate moments to the guests.
Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi was born in 1987 in Niigata prefecture. He started his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in a famous hotel in Tokyo, then entered a Japanese BBQ restaurant in Tokyo, where he became obsessed with Japan's proud wagyu (Japanese beef) and decided to pursue it. In 2016, he entered Sangue, Inc., one of the leading companies in the Japanese BBQ industry, because he deeply sympathized with its philosophy and management policy. Currently, he works as the executive chef of USHIGORO S. while developing products for Yakiniku USHIGORO.
鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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Yakiniku USHIGORO Nishiazabu Main branch
焼肉うしごろ 西麻布本店
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)
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鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi, the executive chef, keeps creating better dishes to offer ultimate moments to the guests.
Mr. Hiroyuki Narumi was born in 1987 in Niigata prefecture. He started his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in a famous hotel in Tokyo, then entered a Japanese BBQ restaurant in Tokyo, where he became obsessed with Japan's proud wagyu (Japanese beef) and decided to pursue it. In 2016, he entered Sangue, Inc., one of the leading companies in the Japanese BBQ industry, because he deeply sympathized with its philosophy and management policy. Currently, he works as the executive chef of USHIGORO S. while developing products for Yakiniku USHIGORO.
鳴海 博之Hiroyuki Narumi
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