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Sosaku Kushiage Ten
創作串揚げ天
- Miyako/Other remote islands, Okinawa
- Kushiage/Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers),Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Okinawa Cuisine / Awamori
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小峠 義継Yoshitsugu Kotoge
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Utilizing the perspective of a chef and someone in customer service, Mr. Kotoge provides guests with moments of bliss.
He was born in 1978 in Gifu. After working at a traditional ryotei restaurant in Gifu, he gained experience at MICHELIN-starred restaurants in Tokyo. Then, he changed to the service industry to learn customer service and worked at a cruise restaurant and as a manager for wedding halls. He was a manager and chef when he worked for JR Tokai Hotels. After that, he went on to launch restaurants and managed the production of cuisine and service. Currently, he works as a chef at Seven Hills Miyakojima and an instructor at a cooking school.
小峠 義継Yoshitsugu Kotoge
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PIZZAHOUSE
PIZZAHOUSE ピザハウス
- Urasoe, Okinawa
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Steak
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坂本 昭司Shoji Sakamoto
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He was brought up with home-grown vegetables, fruits, and rice, and always felt close to food
He was born in Saitama in 1960. He moved to Tokyo when he was 18 years old, after working part-time in a western style restaurant, he made up his mind to live as a chef. He was trained by chef Sakai of [La Rochelle] for 10 years beginning in 1987. On his days off, he deepened his knowledge of ingredients at a specialized butcher and Tsukiji fish market. During that time he had experienced as chef at the official residence of the Japanese ambassador as well as being in charge of catering for the Consulate General. In 1992 he started his training again under chef Sakai and in 2004 started working at [PIZZA HOUSE]. In 2015 he became the third head of the company, now he is playing an active role as an owner chef who both serves customers and develops new menus.
坂本 昭司Shoji Sakamoto
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TEPPANYAKI STEAK SHU MIYAKO ISLAND
鉄板焼ステーキ集宮古島
- Miyako/Other remote islands, Okinawa
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Wine
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吉井 康博Yasuhiro Yoshii
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Creating a luxurious dining experience within the leisurely flow of island time.
The experience of suffering from the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake when he was in elementary school and receiving food relief support encouraged Mr. Yoshii to become a chef. Appreciating the hospitality and help he received, he began to think that he wanted to cook food that could cheer people's hearts and bodies. After moving to Miyakojima, he gained experience in various fields, including Italian, French, and Japanese cuisine at hotel teppanyaki restaurants and banquet halls. He is now the head chef at Shu, which will open on March 11, 2024.
吉井 康博Yasuhiro Yoshii
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Agu Tonkatsu Coshon
アグーとんかつコション
- Okinawa Prefectural Office, Okinawa
- Japanese,Japanese / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet)
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宮城 康司Koji Miyagi
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As he liked cooking since he was a child, he worked part time at a restaurant.
He was born in 1988 in Okinawa prefecture. As he liked cooking since he was a child, he worked part-time at a restaurant in his vocational school days. After graduation, he trained at a hamburger steak restaurant for a year and a half, and at soba (buckwheat noodles) shop for 1 year, then moved to Tokyo. After working at an izakaya (Japanese pub) for 3 years and at udon (thick noodles) shop for 1 year, he returned to Okinawa prefecture and was involved in cooking hospital meals. Currently, he is working as the master chef at [Agu Tonkatsu Coshon].
宮城 康司Koji Miyagi
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wa no mi
蕎麦と肴処 和ノ実
- Urasoe, Okinawa
- Soba (noodles),Japanese / General / Soba (noodles) / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)
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片岡 毅Tsuyoshi Kataoka
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The desire to challenge new things made who he is today.
Born in 1958 in Nagasaki Prefecture. Thanks to his father, who was a chef specializing in Japanese cuisine at an inn, he had an interest in cooking from a young age. After graduating from a culinary institute in Osaka, he trained at several Japanese restaurants, such as Tsuruya in Osaka. He eventually returned to his hometown and opened a restaurant there, but later moved to Okinawa for a new adventure. While working at a restaurant in Okinawa, he met the owner of [wa no mi] and was asked to become a chef there.
片岡 毅Tsuyoshi Kataoka
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Izakaya Marusa Main branch
イザカヤ マルサ ホンテン （居酒屋まるさ本店）
- Miyako Island/Ishigaki Island, Okinawa
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Okinawa Cuisine
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上盛 秀也Shuya Uemori
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He creates his dishes carefully one by one to make the guests smile.
He was born in 1985 on Ishigaki-jima Island, Okinawa prefecture. He found cooking fun through his part-time job experience at a restaurant and decided to be a chef. After learning the fundamentals of western cuisine at [Art Hotel Ishigaki] for 5 years, he started working as a chef at [Izakaya Marusa Main branch] where he cooked Japanese cuisine on a full scale. Currently, he creates dishes carefully one by one to make the guests smile and feel happy about visiting Ishigaki-jima Island.
上盛 秀也Shuya Uemori
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STEAK HIKARU
ステーキ ヒカル
- Matsuyama/Kume/Wakasa, Okinawa
- General,Western / General / Hamburger Steak / Steak
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亀谷 光Hikaru Kameya
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After his experience working in a yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant, he wished to open a branch in his hometown of Okinawa.
Born in Okinawa in 1986. He has always enjoyed meat, and upon reaching the age of 26 he worked in Shippu Horumon, a yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant in Okinawa. There, he gained experiences and learned about how to make meat delicious and the importance of sauce and seasonings in enhancing the taste of yakiniku. Eventually, he made his own formula of special sauce that he called "Hikaru Sauce" for two years while managing a coffee shop. His dream of opening his own restaurant became real as he opened STEAK HIKARU in August of 2017. Since then, he dedicated himself to create"delicious steaks that he wants to eat," which lead him to bring many customers.
亀谷 光Hikaru Kameya
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37 Steakhouse & Bar Naha
37Steakhouse＆Bar那覇
- Kokusai dori, Okinawa
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / American / Hamburger Steak / Steak
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高橋 大樹Hiroki Takahashi
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A patissier-turned-chef, showing his excellent skills.
Mr. Takahashi was Born in 1987 in Chiba. He decided to become a patissier because he loved sweets since he was a child, and worked part-time at a restaurant during his high school days. While he was working at the [Hotel Francs] in charge of confectioneries, his interest in cooking grew bigger, and he changed his career as a chef for western cuisine. After having experience at Still Foods's [Ba-tsu] and [37 Steakhouse & Bar (Roppongi, Tokyo)], he is currently a chef at [37 Steakhouse & Bar Naha].
高橋 大樹Hiroki Takahashi
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Miyazaki Beef Restaurant NAHA MIYACHIKU
宮崎牛専門店 那覇 みやちく
- Miebashi, Okinawa
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Steak
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加藤 清隆Kiyotaka Kato
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Bringing out the potential of "Miyazaki Beef" from various perspectives.
Mr. Kato was born in 1982 in Osaka. With over a decade of experience as a chef at a renowned French restaurant in Ashiya, Hyogo, he later joined the "Miyachiku Osaka Branch." Currently, in addition to entertaining guests as a teppanyaki chef, he also develops menus featuring "Miyazaki beef." Mr. Kato is an expert in French and teppan cuisine and a sommelier. From various angles, he proposes menus that bring out the full potential of Miyazaki beef.
加藤 清隆Kiyotaka Kato
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Teppan French aboz
鉄板焼とフレンチのお店 aboz
- Asato/ Sakaemachi Market, Okinawa
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / French
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生盛豊Yutaka Seimori
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Mr. Seimori charms customers with his bold and delicate French cooking skills that delight all 5 senses.
He has gained many experiences as a chef since the age of 16. He has experience in various genres and has studied hard in multiple fields, including Western restaurants, iron-griddled cuisine, and pastries. In addition, he deepened his knowledge of and sharpened his skills in Japanese sake and wine for 2 years as a bartender. He is an explorer who is obsessed with both food and sake. He is a brilliant chef who has participated in national content for cooking competitions as a representative of Okinawa. Currently, he serves "Teppan French Cuisine," a fusion of iron-griddled cooking and French food, which charms visitors to the restaurant.
生盛豊Yutaka Seimori
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Steak House CAPITAL
ステーキハウス キャピタル
- Yomitan/Chatan, Okinawa
- General,Western / General / Steak
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照屋 英大Eita Teruya
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The experience of working part-time made him to become a chef in teppanyaki (grilled on iron griddle) cuisine.
He was born in 1989 in Okinawa prefecture. Through his part-time wroking experience as a service staff at [Steak House Capital] in his high school days, he got fascinated with the restaurant field. After graduating from high school, he had a training as a chef to improve his skills, and became a chef in teppanyaki (grilled on iron griddle) cuisine. He is still actively working as a chef at [Steak House Capital], and considers it important to have communication with the guests and grill the ingredients upon their request.
照屋 英大Eita Teruya
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Mahoroba Irori Okinawa Branch
まほろば囲炉裏 沖縄店
- Shin Toshin, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Robatayaki (coal grilling) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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松倉 味導Midou Matsukura
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A passion for cooking led Mr. Matsukura from a different field to the culinary world.
He was born in 1979 in Ibaraki. Initially working in a different industry, his love of cooking turned into a career change to the food and beverage industry. He began his career as a chef at a Japanese restaurant in Osaka. After that, he moved to the Mahoroba Irori Shinsaibashi Branch. There, he continued to hone his skills under the head chef, Mr. Oshima and mastered the techniques of Japanese cuisine overall. Following the opening of the Mahoroba Irori Okinawa Branch, he moved to the new branch. Currently, he is the head chef of the restaurant.
松倉 味導Midou Matsukura
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Agu Tonkatsu Coshon Ukishima-dori branch
アグーとんかつコション浮島通り店
- Kokusai dori, Okinawa
- Japanese,Japanese / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet)
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田中 悠樹Yuki Tanaka
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He gives warm hospitality to his guests with unique dishes of Okinawa.
His passion for the culinary field comes from the experience through his part-time job at a curry shop. He worked as a staff to open the first branch of [Agu Tonkatsu Coshon] and learned many different fields of work organizing the restaurant. At the time its second branch opened, he became in charge of the kitchen, where he shows his skills every day.
田中 悠樹Yuki Tanaka
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Restaurant Sunpeer
レストラン サンピア
- Nanjo, Okinawa
- Creative,Sosaku (creative) / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / General
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仲宗根 弘二Koji Nakasone
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Welcomes guests with the goal of promoting local cuisine.
Mr. Koji Nakasone was born in 1964 in Okinawa Prefecture. Chef Nakasone was inspired to become a chef after watching a TV program about Japanese cuisine. This show left a deep impression on him, leading him to aspire to become a chef so that he could move people with his own cooking. After building up his career experience in Okinawa hotels, Chef Nakasone took the role of head chef at [Restaurant Sunpeer]. He works in the kitchen to spread the word to visitors from all over about the quality of Okinawa's local vegetables and the delicious ways to prepare them.
仲宗根 弘二Koji Nakasone
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Echizen
越前
- Shin Toshin, Okinawa
- Japanese Sosaku (creative),Japanese / Crab / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Cookshop
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深川 年男Toshio Fukagawa
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Mr. Fukagawa values wholehearted customer service and every moment of cooking.
Mr. Fukagawa was born in 1969 in Kumamoto. He dove headfirst into the dining industry because he longed to become a chef. He began his career at Brasserie Grand, a French restaurant in Kumamoto. After that, he began working at bistros in Osaka. Finally, he moved on to making Japanese food after his long years of study in the world of French cuisine. After working at places such as Los Angeles Kitayama Hollywood branch, he was appointed head chef at Echizen in 2022. He works hard every day to liven up the food culture of Okinawa, also putting his efforts into training young chefs.
深川 年男Toshio Fukagawa
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Ristorante CROSS 47
Ristorante CROSS 47
- Asato/ Sakaemachi Market, Okinawa
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Wine / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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高良 盛将Seisho Takara
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Inspired by family joy, a passion for cooking blossomed.
Mr. Seisho Takara was born in 1988 in Okinawa. The joy he felt when his family was happy as he helped them cook led him to become a chef. Influenced by a TV drama about a chef's growth, he honed his skills in Italian cuisine. After training at an Italian restaurant in Okinawa Prefecture, he was selected as a manager at a restaurant specializing in pasta. He further gained various experiences, such as becoming a sous chef at another restaurant. In January 2019, he was appointed assistant manager and is now head chef.
高良 盛将Seisho Takara
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Mori no Kenja
森の賢者
- Miyako Island/Ishigaki Island, Okinawa
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Okinawa Cuisine
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鈴木 淳Jun Suzuki
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He has a desire to share the wonderful food culture and ingredients of Yaeyama with the world.
He was born in 1970 in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. He enjoyed making things even as a child, and at the time dreamed of becoming a woodworker in the future. After being hired to work at a company, he spent his spare time traveling across Japan by bicycle. Upon visiting Okinawa, the cultural differences took him by surprise, so he quit his work and moved to the island of Ishigaki in 1995. He wanted more people to know about Ishigaki's safe, trustworthy food products, and as a result, opened Mori no Kenja in January of 1997. He now works to spread the food culture of Yaeyama to a wider audience.
鈴木 淳Jun Suzuki
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Ishigaki Beef Charcoal-Grilled Yakiniku - Yamamoto
石垣牛炭火焼肉 やまもと
- Miyako Island/Ishigaki Island, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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山本 豊Yutaka Yamamoto
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He created a restaurant to casually enjoy the savory Ishigaki Beef that fascinates him.
He was born in 1961 in Osaka prefecture. When he had a part time job at a bistro cafe in his school days, he liked seeing the guests enjoying his dishes. This led him to the cooking field when he graduated from school. He improved his cooking skills for various genres at Japanese, western, and yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurants in Osaka. In 1995, he got married and moved to the hometown of his wife, Ishigaki-jima Island, Okinawa prefecture. When he encountered Ishigaki Beef which was not well known at that time, he was fascinated with its exquisite taste. In the same year, he opened the current yakiniku restaurant which has become one of the top restaurants on the island. His restaurant is loved by both the locals and tourists.
山本 豊Yutaka Yamamoto
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HANARÉ
HANARE
- Miyako Island/Ishigaki Island, Okinawa
- Innovative/Fusion,Sosaku (creative) / General / French / General
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反町 世俊Seigon Sorimachi
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Mr. Sorimachi expresses inner art on plates through food.
He was born in 1981 in Shanghai. Started with Japanese cuisine, he trained extensively in Western, Italian, and French cuisine, and then spent six years abroad. After returning to Japan, he developed his own unique cuisine by fusing Yaeyama ingredients with techniques and seasonings from Japanese, Chinese, and Southeast Asian cuisines. As a result, he caught the attention of the hotel's executive chef, Mr. Hirata. He then became the chef of HANARÉ from its opening on June 1, 2022, to express Ryukyuan culture innovatively.
反町 世俊Seigon Sorimachi
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UERUMA SHIMIN SHOKUDO
うるま市民食堂
- Okinawa/Uruma, Okinawa
- General,Western / General / Okinawa Cuisine / General
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西兼盛 大和Nishikanemori Yamato
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Mr. Yamato entered the world of cooking without hesitation because his family also owned an izakaya (Japanese pub).
He was born in 1983 in Okinawa. He had been interested in cooking since he was a child, with his family owning an Izakaya, a Japanese-style pub. He had been helping out at home since he was a student, and after graduation, he entered the world of cooking without hesitation. After training in Kyoto and Shiga, he returned to Okinawa, where he has been working as a chef at [Uruma Shimin Shokudo] since May 2019. He says, "I want people to have a chance to eat delicious food made with the ingredients of Uruma City and deliver it to the producers."
西兼盛 大和Nishikanemori Yamato
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