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Izakaya Tanuki

居酒屋たぬき

  • Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
  • Japanese Sosaku (creative),Japanese / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Kamameshi (rice cooked in an iron pot)

酒井 健Ken Sakai

The head chef, Mr. Sakai, creates innovative and creative dishes that transcend the category of Japanese cuisine.

After gaining experience as a chef at a well-established hotel, he went to France and spent four years studying authentic French cuisine. Upon returning to Japan, he worked as a head chef of Italian and Spanish restaurants in addition to French cuisine. Currently, as head chef of Izakaya Tanuki, he pursues Japanese cuisine that incorporates the essence of various genres and French techniques. Every day, he devotes himself to preparing creative dishes prepared with a great deal of effort. Because he wants his customers to be happy, he pays careful attention to all aspects of the food, space, and service.

酒井 健Ken Sakai

Sabatini di Firenze Tokyo Branch

サバティーニ ディ フィレンツェ 東京店

  • Hibiya/Yurakucho, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Steak / Wine

BALDI VIRGIGLIOBaldi Virgiglio

Pursuing Tuscan cuisine for over 50 years: bringing a traditional taste of Italy to Japan.

Mr. Virgiglio was born in 1951 in Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, where the main restaurant is located. He specializes in Tuscan cuisine, which he has been familiar with since childhood. He has been studying since the age of 17 in Italy and France. He devoted himself to learning in Italy at "San Domenico Palace Hotel", "Harry's Bar", "AL SORRISO", and other such famous Michelin-starred restaurants. In 1981, he became a chef at Sabatini di Firenze Tokyo branch. He brings Japan the spirit of orthodox Italian cuisine that emphasize unique ingredients.

BALDI VIRGIGLIOBaldi Virgiglio

Fugu Ryori Tomoe

ふぐ料理 ともえ

  • Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto
  • Japanese,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish)

亀井 一洋Kazuhiro Kamei

The Chef's Recommendations

His insight on Fugu (globefish) and continuous efforts to improve his dishes has brought the restaurant to win the stars.

He was born in 1950 in Hyogo. He says with a grin that he went to a university to be an engineer, however [being deceived by his parents with fair words], he started to work at the kitchen of [Fugu Ryori Tomoe] run by his father, then became the 2nd generation at the age of 29. Now the restaurant has the stars, and he is the chairman of Kyoto Fugu Association and executive director of Japan Globefish Association (as of 2015).

亀井 一洋Kazuhiro Kamei

Hyotei Main Branch

瓢亭 本店

  • Okazaki/Heianjingu (Heian Shrine)/Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto
  • Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kyoto Cuisine

高橋 義弘Yoshihiro Takahashi

The Chef's Recommendations

As the 15th generation of an old-established restaurant lasting 450 years, he is introducing the attractive Kyo-Kaiseki (Traditional Japanese course cuisine in Kyoto) to the world.

He was born in 1974 in Kyoto as the eldest son of Mr. Eiichi Takahashi, the 14th generation. After graduating from a university in Tokyo, he had training for 3 years at [Tsuruko], a traditional Japanese restaurant in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. After coming back to Kyoto in 1999, he became the 15th generation. Also, as a member of Japanese Culinary Academy, he is actively working inside and outside Japan focusing on food education and spreading the information about Kyo-Kaiseki, one of which is the collaboration work with Mr. Alain Ducasse, a great renowned French chef.

高橋 義弘Yoshihiro Takahashi

MUSIUM

MUSIUM

  • Roppongi, Tokyo
  • Dining Bar,Dining bar / Cocktail / Whisky

梶原 威志Takeshi Kajiwara

Mr. Kajiwara is a bartender with various faces, offering conversation and drinks unique to the bar.

He was born in 1972 in Oita. While studying design at university, he began working part-time as a bartender. After graduation, he worked as an art director but also continued to hone his skills as a bartender, obtaining "Whiskey Professional" certification as a "Whiskey Connoisseur." He has diverse backgrounds, such as organizing his own band with deep knowledge of music. With a three-way approach featuring drinks, art, and music, he entertains guests who visit the bar.

梶原 威志Takeshi Kajiwara

Margotto e Baciare

Margotto e Baciare

  • Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
  • French,Italian/French / French / Wine

加山 賢太Kenta Kayama

The Chef's Recommendations

A chef who manipulates aromas and temperature to cook seasonal ingredients into exquisite dishes.

Mr. Kayama was born in 1984 in Hiroshima. Growing up looking up at his father, a chef, he learned from childhood that being a chef is not only about making delicious food but also about making customers feel at ease and happy. He trained at renowned restaurants such as the three Michelin-starred Motoazabu Kanda and Quintessence. In 2014, he was appointed chef at Margotto e Baciare. In June 2022, Margotto Hawaii opened in Hawaii. He works between both Nishi-Azabu and Hawaii.

加山 賢太Kenta Kayama

Sushi Isono

鮨 いその

  • Odori Park, Hokkaido
  • Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake

磯野 直大Naohiro Isono

He chose to enter the cooking field to spend his whole life doing what he likes. 

He was born in Hokkaido. After graduating from a university in Sapporo, he started working at an office as a salaryman. Though he was happy with it, he decided to enter the cooking field to do what he loves. After training at a sushi shop in Otaru through the introduction of his acquaintance, he had further training in Tokyo for 2 more years to be a more confident chef. He returned to Hokkaido to open [Sushi Isono], and currently, he makes his best efforts to give excellent service to his guests, making use of his experience.  

磯野 直大Naohiro Isono

Kita no Donburiya Takinami Shokudo

北のどんぶり屋 滝波食堂

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

小路 哲憲Tetsunori Shoji 

There are no regrets if you do what you love, so Mr. Shoji always keeps moving forward.

Mr. Shoji was born in 1976 in the City of Otaru, Hokkaido. After graduating from high school, he worked for a company but left because he loved sushi and wanted to make it himself. After 10 years of training at a sushi restaurant in Otaru, the opportunity arose. He took over the store where his mother had worked(now the Takinami Store). He began helping out in the family business. For 5 years, he learned about selling seafood, purchasing, and insisting on fresh and delicious ingredients. Then, in July 2009, he opened the Kita no Donburiya Takinami Shokudo at the store in the same market.

小路 哲憲Tetsunori Shoji 

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

Yakitori Imai

焼鳥 今井

  • Harajuku/Meiji-Jingumae, Tokyo
  • Japanese,Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)

今井 充史Takashi Imai

A budding talent that began with an obsession with the charms of yakitori (grilled chicken) at the famous Birdland.

Chef Imai was born in 1973 in Saitama Prefecture. In his 20's, he worked various odd jobs while he pursued a career as a rock musician. He started working at a high end Japanese restaurant at age 27 with the hope of being a cook, but was dissatisfied with the restaurant he chose for its high salary. Eventually, at age 29, with the thought of joining a restaurant he would personally like to eat at, he started working at the famous Birdland in Ginza. There, he was fascinated by the complexity of yakitori and immersed himself in that world. Following a stint at the Birdland in Kita-Senju, he opened Yakitori Imai in 2006.

今井 充史Takashi Imai

Yakiniku MOCHIO

焼肉もちお

  • Omotesando/Aoyama, Tokyo
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)

阿部 翔太Shota Abe

Mr. Abe continues to refine the technique of cutting meat for better taste by distinguishing the quality of meat.

He was born in 1991 in Miyagi. Moved to Tokyo after graduating from university. While working at high-end Japanese black beef yakiniku restaurants such as Ushinokura and Ushikuro, he became fascinated with the world of " artisanship," which involves refined techniques that determine the deliciousness of yakiniku, including how to select high-quality meat and how to cut meat without putting stress on it. He has been the head chef at Yakiniku Mochio since its opening, sharing Mr. Kitano's passion for "high-quality meat with better taste."

阿部 翔太Shota Abe

Nouvelle Epoque

Nouvelle Epoque

  • Okazaki/Heianjingu (Heian Shrine)/Nanzenji Temple, Kyoto
  • French,Italian/French

山下 亮一Ryoichi Yamashita

Mr. Yamashita is a chef who works hard in a new place, pursuing new delicacies.

He was born in 1973 in Shizuoka. His father was a chef in his hometown of Izu. Because he hoped to get a job early in his career, he naturally chose the path of a chef. Started his career as a chef in earnest in Tokyo, where many famous restaurants are crowded. He worked the Western food department of Hotel Okura Tokyo (currently The Okura Tokyo), and then moved to French.  In 2022, he became the head chef with the opening of Nouvelle Epoque.

山下 亮一Ryoichi Yamashita

Restaurant Pavé

レストラン パヴェ

  • Nagasaki City, Nagasaki
  • French,Italian/French / General / French / European

大曲 哲也Tetsuya Omagari

Based on French skills, Mr. Omagari shows off the deliciousness of Western and local food in Nagasaki.

He was born in 1978 in Nagasaki. A chef at Restaurant Pavé. In high school, he knew the fun and joy of cooking and aspired to be a professional.  After graduating from cooking school, he started his career at Nagasaki Tokyu Hotel, the predecessor of ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Nagasaki Glover Hill. Focusing on French, he learned a wide range of skills in Western cuisine. In 2012, after renewing the current hotel and restaurant, he continued to study further and became his current position. He delivers a variety of Western food that everyone can enjoy, with sincere work.

大曲 哲也Tetsuya Omagari

Toyosu Kinpura

豊洲・金ぷら

  • Harumi, Tokyo
  • Dining Bar,Dining bar / Oden / Beer / Cocktail

小林 凌Ryo Kobayashi

A young chef leading a new style of oden restaurant.

Mr. Kobayashi was born in 2002 in Fujimino-shi, Saitama. He graduated from culinary school and honed his skills through experiences in Italian and Japanese cuisine. Since February 2024, he has been the chef at Toyosu Kinpura, bringing vitality to the restaurant. With a desire to offer oden to visitors from overseas as well, he welcomes guests with meticulous preparation every day. His sincerity shines through in both the dishes he serves and his approach to customer service. He welcomes guests every day with careful preparation as he wants "visitors from overseas to enjoy Oden as widely as possible." His sincerity shines through in both the dishes he serves and his approach to customer service. This young chef's honesty is reflected in the cooking he serves and the service he provides to customers.

小林 凌Ryo Kobayashi

Yakiuo Ishikawa Nagoya

焼うお いし川 名古屋

  • Nagoya Station, Aichi
  • Seafood,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Donburi (rice bowl)

安藤 博康Hiroyasu Ando

Mr. Ando incorporates a wealth of knowledge from a wide range of culinary genres into his sushi.

He was born in Aichi. At 17, he dove into the world of food and beverage, gaining experience in teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling), French cuisine, and hotel services before venturing to the United States. While immersing himself in diverse cultures, he rediscovered the excellence of Japanese cuisine. Upon returning to Japan, he dived into the world of Sushi, traditional Japanese cuisine. He worked as the deputy head chef at Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime and has now assumed the head chef position at Yakiuo Ishikawa Nagoya. Mr. Ando captivates guests with his curated selection of natural wines and service.

安藤 博康Hiroyasu Ando

XEX WEST

XEX WEST

  • Nishi-Umeda, Osaka
  • Sushi,Japanese / Italian / Cocktail

佐々木 聖Akira Sasaki

Communication with guests is important.

Mr. Sasaki is particular about the beautiful presentation of his dishes and the special flavors unique to XEX. "I provide warm and friendly service and offer dishes tailored to the customer's needs, valuing conversation with the customer at the counter," he says. Many regular guests adore Mr. Sasaki and visit the restaurant several times a month.

佐々木 聖Akira Sasaki

BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE

BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE

  • Kamakura/Zushi, Kanagawa
  • Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Pasta / Pizza / General

滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi

Mr. Takiguchi wants to deliver dishes that bring out the best of the ingredients by getting to know the producers himself.

He was born in 1981 in Tokyo. At his part-time job at a restaurant that he started in high school, the chef liked his work performance so much that he let him work in the kitchen. Realizing the joy of cooking, after graduation, he studied hard as a chef at various restaurants in Tokyo, including French restaurants. Thinking he wanted to work at a more minimal distance, he encountered BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE, a restaurant based on the concept of local production for local consumption. In July 2023, he was appointed as chef there. He draws out the flavors of the ingredients while using various techniques.

滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi

ON TOKYO

ON TOKYO

  • Nakameguro, Tokyo
  • Japanese Sosaku (creative),Japanese / General / Wine / Sake

松野 弘Hiroshi Matsuno

Mr. Matsuno has been fascinated by the depth of Japanese cuisine for 40 years.

Mr. Matsuno has been fascinated by the depth of Japanese cuisine for 40 years. Became interested in cooking as a natural progression because of an environment blessed with the sea and mountains. His parents encouraged him to become a chef, saying, "It's better to have a job in your field." After graduating from culinary school, he joined Kitcho, a renowned Japanese restaurant. Then, he studied nutritional science and medical food. He was in charge of sous chef at a well-known hotel and showed his skills. "Food is what forms the human mind and body. What people put in their mouths should be safe." He consistently keeps this thought in mind at ON TOKYO, too.

松野 弘Hiroshi Matsuno

Maruya Honten JR Nagoya Station Branch

まるや本店JR名古屋駅店

  • Nagoya Station, Aichi
  • Japanese,Japanese / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl) / Unagi (eel) / General

坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto

Ms. Sakamaoto is dedicated to cooking, constantly honing her skills, and pursuing the essence of Japanese cuisine.

From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and after graduating from high school, she joined Maruya Honten. While learning the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, she aimed to become an Unagi chef. She gained experience at most locations and became the head chef at the JR Nagoya Station branch. Leveraging her years of experience, she strives every day to further satisfy her guests.

坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto

Sushi Matsumoto

鮨まつもと

  • Gion, Kyoto
  • Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi

松本 大典Daisuke Matsumoto

World renowned chef of traditional Tokyo-style Sushi in Kyoto.

He was born in 1974 in Kanagawa. He was raised being surrounded by seafood, as his father owned a local fish restaurant and one of his relatives also ran a sushi restaurant. That is why he also decided to be a sushi chef, and entered the field dreaming to be a skillful master. He had training at several restaurants including one owned by his relative, a renowned one in Ginza, and [Sushi Shimizu] in Shimbashi. He got independent in 2006, and looked for a place to open his own restaurant. He fell in love with the atmosphere of Gion in Kyoto, and decided to open a sushi restaurant there to spread Tokyo-style sushi in Kyoto. Now it is one of the most renowned sushi restaurant in Kyoto with many fans even abroad.

松本 大典Daisuke Matsumoto

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