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OGASAWARA-HAKUSHAKU-TEI
小笠原伯爵邸
- Ichigaya, Tokyo
- Spanish/Mediterranean,Global/International / Spanish / European / Wine
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ゴンサロ ・アルバレスGonzalo Alvarez
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Skills sharpened at a quality restaurant in Spain, and a profound knowledge about Japanese ingredients.
Born in 1978, he supported his parents who was running a guest house where he familiarized himself with cooking. Graduating cooking school in Barcelona, he built up his career at 1 star [L'Esguard] and other restaurants. At [Neichel], one of the most famous restaurant in Spain, he experienced being a chef of all sections, and assistant chef. In 2008, he became an executive chef at [Mugaritz], and at OGASAWARA-HAKUSHAKU-TEI in 2009. Pursuit of unique Spanish based on Spanish cooking tradition evolved with Japanese ingredients supports the star rating for the 8th straight year.
ゴンサロ ・アルバレスGonzalo Alvarez
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tawara
tawara
- Korinbo/Katamachi, Ishikawa
- French,Italian/French / General / French / Wine
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俵 徹也Tetsuya Tawara
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Based on his experiences and passion in Kyoto and France, Mr. Tawara creates a gentle fusion of Japanese and French cuisines.
He was born in 1974 in Ishikawa. Inspired by a love for making things, he started his career as a chef. After honing his skills in Japanese cuisine at a restaurant in Kanazawa for three years, he moved to France. He gained experience for a total of three years at renowned restaurants in Provence and Perigord. After returning to Japan, he worked at Gion Okumura, a Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)-style French restaurant in Kyoto, for four and a half years, where he further developed his skills in the fusion of Japanese and French cuisine. In 2012, he returned to his hometown, Kanazawa, and founded tawara. His creative and gentle cuisine, born from his experience in Kanazawa, France, and Kyoto, attracts food lovers inside and outside the prefecture.
俵 徹也Tetsuya Tawara
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Shokudo Uchino
食堂うちの
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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藤田 良平Ryohei Fujita
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Mr. Fujita's unique approach and careful cuisine make foodies impressed.
He was born on May 24, 1980 in Osaka. He trained at Yamagataya, a Yakiniku restaurant that continues to fascinate gourmets in Kitashinchi, Osaka. Later, he accidentally began working at a rented late-night diner and steadily gained popularity as a hideout spot. In February 2022, he opened an independent business and started Shokudo Uchino with an ex-colleague from Japanese food. As an owner, he welcomes many guests.
藤田 良平Ryohei Fujita
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Yakiniku Kokon
焼肉古今
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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馬場 祐次Yuji Baba
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Pursuing deliciousness that combines the new appeal of Yakiniku with tradition.
Mr. Yuji Baba was born in 1985 in Saitama. During his school years, he worked part-time in a restaurant, which satisfied and enthused him. He then entered the restaurant industry. In 2010, he founded Dining Kitchen Co. and developed a restaurant business related to Italian and Western food, his area of expertise. With the know-how he has cultivated over ten years in Italian cuisine and three years in the yakiniku industry, he opened Yakiniku Kokon in 2024 as the representative director.
馬場 祐次Yuji Baba
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Maruya Honten Meieki Branch
まるや本店 名駅店
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl) / Unagi (eel) / General
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安仁屋 啓泰Keitai Aniya
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Mr. Aniya has honed his skills dedicated to cooking and continues to pursue the real essence of Japanese cuisine.
Interested in cooking, he joined "Maruya Honten" from Okinawa upon graduation from high school and learned the basics of Japanese cuisine. While gaining experience at each branch, he has worked to become an eel chef and is now actively mentoring junior chefs. With many years of experience, he always works hard to further satisfy his customers.
安仁屋 啓泰Keitai Aniya
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Ramen Daisenso TOKYO
ラーメン大戦争TOKYO
- Suidobashi, Tokyo
- Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Gyoza (dumplings) / Beer / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen)
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一木 尚晴Naoharu Ichiki
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Mr. Ichiki wants to bring smiles and energy to more people through food.
He was born in 1996 in Gunma. After working part-time as a student at a franchise chain curry restaurant, he joined SKYSCRAPER Inc. as a full-time employee because he wanted to bring smiles and energy to more people through food. Trained in the basics of restaurant operations and cooking, he then gained experience as a restaurant manager and area manager in Gunma Prefecture. He learned the basics of ramen at the new business model Ramen Daisenso, after which he was appointed brand manager and manager of Ramen Daisenso TOKYO Suidobashi Branch.
一木 尚晴Naoharu Ichiki
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BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE
BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE
- Kamakura/Zushi, Kanagawa
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Pasta / Pizza / General
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滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi
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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
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Virtue
Virtue
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Innovative/Fusion,Sosaku (creative) / General / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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山下 浩幸Hiroyuki Yamashita
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A chef with experience working at multiple Michelin-starred restaurants.
Mr. Hiroyuki Yamashita was born in 1979 in Chiba. He trained at prestigious French restaurants renowned for their Michelin stars, including Ginza L'écrin, Joël Robuchon, and Signature at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Tokyo. After that, he studied under Mr. Eric Ziebold, with whom he was very impressed, and developed his skills in the world of Modern American French cuisine for five and a half years. After returning to Japan, he served as the head chef at restaurants T3 and NUAGE ET VENT. Then, he was appointed the head chef at Virtue.
山下 浩幸Hiroyuki Yamashita
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Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Ginza Branch
博多 もつ鍋 やま中 銀座店
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Motsu Nabe (offal hotpot),Japanese / General / Nabe (hot pot) / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot)
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山中 幸一 Koichi Yamanaka
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Mr. Yamanaka is an executive chef who has maintained his particular taste since shortly after the restaurant's establishment.
He was born in 1952 in Kanagawa. Began his career working at a restaurant in Okayama. At the same time, his brother, who was staying and working in Fukuoka under the influence of a friend from Fukuoka, founded Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka in 1984. He was offered to help at the restaurant, which quickly became popular, and joined it in 1987. Since then, he has continued to work as a chef at the restaurant. As the executive chef of Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka, he is still active on the front line.
山中 幸一 Koichi Yamanaka
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HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT
飛騨高山ミート
- Hida/Takayama, Gifu
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Hamburger Steak / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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村田 愛乃Yoshino Murata
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Through her dishes, Ms. Murata aims to deliver smiles to her guests.
She was born in 1999 in Gifu. Started her career as a chef at an Italian restaurant in the prefecture. After working at a Japanese restaurant and a café, she is currently working as a kitchen staff at HIDATAKAYAMA MEAT. She aims every day to provide a menu that satisfies both the heart and the stomach so that she can bring a smile to her customers through cuisine.
村田 愛乃Yoshino Murata
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Sushi Gyoten
鮨行天
- Hirao/Kiyokawa, Fukuoka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi
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行天 健二Kenji Gyoten
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Born in a family running a sushi restaurant, he finally decided to make a living from sushi.
He was born in 1982 in Yamaguchi. Sushi was a part of his life since he was small, as his grandfather was a sushi chef. But he was not sure if a sushi chef was the right occupation for him, so at the age of 18 he had a trip to New Zealand to find himself. After making the final decision to make a living from sushi, at the age of 21 he started training at a renowned restaurant in Tokyo. In 2009, he opened a restaurant in his hometown, Shimonoseki in Yamaguchi. In 2012, the restaurant was relocated to Fukuoka. In 2014, the restaurant won 3 stars which was given to only 2 restaurants including his one.
行天 健二Kenji Gyoten
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Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Namba Branch
松阪牛焼肉Ｍ 難波店
- Namba, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Korean
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深見 和俊Kazutoshi Fukami
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Realizing personal growth through work and accumulating solid skills and knowledge.
Mr. Fukami was born in 1966 in Osaka. At the invitation of his best friend, he entered into the world of cooking. He gained experience at a Yakiniku restaurant and learned the skills necessary for Yakiniku from scratch, such as the selection of ingredients, the degree of roasting, and the amount of heat. After that, he moved to Matsusakagyu Yakiniku M Namba Branch through the introduction of an acquaintance and further honed a wider range of cooking skills. He is always looking for new challenges and continues to face the ingredients and cooking methods sincerely.
深見 和俊Kazutoshi Fukami
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Ajiraku Yumeri
味楽 ゆめり
- Kanazawa Station, Ishikawa
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Cookshop
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前田 衛Mamoru Maeda
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With a desire to own a restaurant by age 30, he trained hard at a number of establishments to learn everything he could.
He was born in 1980 in Ishikawa Prefecture and grew up in Ushitsu, which is situated in the northern region of the Noto Peninsula. He started his culinary career after graduating from high school by taking up a job at a Japanese restaurant. He wanted to make sure that he owned his own restaurant by the time he was 30, so he trained hard to develop his skills at notable Japanese restaurants and bars around Kanazawa. From there, he was able to realize his dream by opening Ajiraku Yumeri at age 29, which is where he still works today.
前田 衛Mamoru Maeda
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Fugu Ryori Tomoe
ふぐ料理 ともえ
- Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish)
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亀井 一洋Kazuhiro Kamei
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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
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Restaurant La Veranda APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower
ラ･ベランダ アパホテル横浜ベイタワー
- Kannai/Bashamichi, Kanagawa
- Buffet,Buffet / General / General / Others
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太田 欽午Kingo Ota
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Continually refined techniques and experience realize high-quality cuisine and hospitality.
Mr. Ota was born in 1969 in Tokyo. After working part-time as a student, he pursued a career in the culinary field. He has served in restaurants and banquets at major hotels, as well as as executive chef at an Italian restaurant and as a chef at a cruise restaurant. In 2016, he joined APA Hotel. In 2017, as head chef of APA Hotel Osaka Higobashi Ekimae, he improved the quality of food and efficient cooking operation. In 2023, he was appointed head chef of APA Hotel & Resort Yokohama Bay Tower. He provides high-quality dishes and hospitality to guests from Japan and abroad.
太田 欽午Kingo Ota
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TRUNK (KITCHEN)
TRUNK（KITCHEN）
- Harajuku/Meiji-Jingumae, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Italian / Wine
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宮前宏行Hiroyuki Miyamae
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The next-generation global culinary leader who creates each dish with a passion for the ingredients.
The next-generation global culinary leader who creates each dish with a passion for the ingredients. Fascinated by the meticulous and delicate cooking techniques and the history of French cuisine, he moved to France. He studied and honed his skills in restaurants in Burgundy and Provence. After returning to Japan, he worked at several French restaurants before joining TRUNK HOTEL. In 2023, he became the chef of TRUNK (KITCHEN). With French techniques at his core, he offers dishes full of surprises and appealing dishes adapted to the diversity of today's circumstances.
宮前宏行Hiroyuki Miyamae
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Sushi Tenkawa
鮨 天川
- Ebisu, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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藤平 真一Shinichi Fujihira
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Mr. Fujihira takes a new step forward as a restaurant owner, carrying a long-standing tradition.
He was born in 1990 in Tochigi. Born in a sushi restaurant in business since his grandfather's generation, he grew up close to cooking from an early age. After graduating from Musashino Cooking College, he trained at Sushi Tenkawa in Ginza, where he deepened his skills and knowledge. In 2011, he moved to Ebisu Hoshi, which opened as a branch in Ebisu and demonstrated his skills. In 2021, Hoshi took over the name of "Sushi Tenkawa," which was closed, and he became the owner of the newly born Sushi Tenkawa.
藤平 真一Shinichi Fujihira
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Koukian
香季庵
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Japanese Beef Steak
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鷲尾 力人Rikihito Washio
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Mr. Washio produces an extraordinary time to enjoy creative Japanese cuisine and drinks.
He was born in Tokyo. Growing up watching his parents running an izakaya (Japanese-style pub), he naturally entered the culinary world. He was fascinated by the depth of Japanese cuisine, which makes the most of the richness of Japanese ingredients. After working at his parents' izakaya, he joined Koukian. His skillful technique of bringing out the best seasonal ingredients captivates his guests.
鷲尾 力人Rikihito Washio
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Ukai Toriyama
うかい鳥山
- Hachioji, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Chicken
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佐藤 辰美Tatsumi Sato
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He focuses on maximizing the original flavor of the ingredients by keeping the recipes simple
He is a veteran with an experience of 16 years at [Ukai Toriyama], who has dedicated himself to mastering Japanese cuisine. He became the head chef 6 years ago, and every single day he keeps busy in the kitchen cooking delicious food. As a motto, he says "it is my job as a chef to make the ingredients taste even more delicious," so he aims to enhance the good features of each ingredient without elaborating on them too much. He offers delicacies that best represent the current season, thoroughly matching ingredients and balancing them with the seasoning broth.
佐藤 辰美Tatsumi Sato
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Burisho
魚師匠
- Kyoto Station, Kyoto
- Seafood,Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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松本 穂高Hodaka Matsumoto
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Mr. Matsumoto continues to hone his culinary skills and knowledge, bringing fresh style to the food and beverage industry.
He was born in 1977 in Kyoto. A part-time job in high school led him to the food and beverage world. He expanded his career by serving as manager of a creative kaiseki restaurant in Kyoto and as executive chef of a Japanese restaurant in Beijing, China. Currently, he is using his wealth of experience to reach a new height at Burisho.
松本 穂高Hodaka Matsumoto
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