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Hanbe Garden
庭園と料亭 半べえ
- Minami-ku/Ujina, Hiroshima
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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川村 満Mitsuru Kawamura
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He makes people smile with his gorgeous and beautiful kaiseki (traditional Japanese course) cuisine, bringing out the original tastes of carefully-selected ingredients.
He was born in 1963 in Hiroshima prefecture. As he wanted a professional skill on something, he chose to enter the cooking field. After having training at Hanbe Garden for about 10 years, he worked at various restaurant as the master chef, then returned to Hanbe Garden as the executive chef. With the motto [local production for local consumption], he fascinates many people with his beautiful kaiseki (traditional Japanese) cuisine using an abundance of ingredients directly sent from local farms.
川村 満Mitsuru Kawamura
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Denko-Sekka Ekimae-Hiroba branch
電光石火 駅前ひろば店
- Hiroshima Station/MAZDA Zoom-Zoom Stadium, Hiroshima
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Beer
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田中 匡Kyo Tanaka
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Have his delicious [okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake)] and be cheerful!
He was born in 1983 in Hiroshima. When he was a student, he had a part time job at a restaurant where he realized that cooking and service was fun for him. Through the recommendation of the owner of the restaurant, he decided to be a chef and started full-scale training. He still remembers how happy he was when he mastered the professional level [okonomiyaki] after a long training. The training took a long time, however he was able to learn the deepness of the teppanyaki (grilled on iron griddle) and okonomiyaki foods. Strongly wishing to cook more delicious food, he is currently working actively as the master chef.
田中 匡Kyo Tanaka
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Ajisai Shin
あじ彩 真
- Okayama Station, Okayama
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / General / Umeshu (plum wine)
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野上 真NOGAMI MAKOTO
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His role as a chef was passed down by his father
Our chef Mr. Nogami's father owned a restaurant that served udon and tempura. He tells us that back then, he had his sight set on running his own cafe some day. He worked as the head chef at a traditional Japanese restaurant for six years before returning to his roots to work another two and a half years as a chef. Ajisai Shin is the first establishment he has ever opened on his own. Here he wants his diners to be able to taste authentic Japanese cuisine in a casual and welcoming atmosphere.
野上 真NOGAMI MAKOTO
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Seto Sushi Kappo AKISARYO
瀬戸寿司割烹 安芸茶寮
- Namikidori/Fukuromachi/Nakamachi, Hiroshima
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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井上 洋Hiroshi Inoue
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A chef, trained exclusively in the field of Japanese cuisine, offers Japanese cuisine bringing out the original savory taste of the ingredients to their maximum
Mr. Hiroshi Inoue was born in 1965 in Hiroshima prefecture. Being inspired by his parents who operate a restaurant, he naturally entered the cooking field. After graduating from high school, he entered Hirokoshi, LTD. to start his career as a chef. After working there for approximately 17 years, and at an another restaurant as the master chef for approximately 2 years, he went independent to open his own restaurant 7 years ago. Then he helped to open [Akisaryo], as its first head chef was his master. After succeeding his master chef position, currently he works hard to offer fresh, savory, and beautifully-arranged dishes, while creating a comfortable atmosphere.
井上 洋Hiroshi Inoue
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Reichan
麗ちゃん
- Hiroshima Station/MAZDA Zoom-Zoom Stadium, Hiroshima
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Yakisoba (fried noodle)
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柏田 英紀Hidenori Kashida
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Fate had it that he switched jobs to being a chef. He carries on tradition and taste as a third generation chef.
Born in Hiroshima prefecture, 1956. He previously worked at a wedding hall, but sooner than later he thought about inheriting his wife's parents' business, "Reichan." After rising to the post of manager at his job at the wedding hall, he changed jobs to become a chef. Together with his father in law, the second generation of the restaurant, he worked as the third generation to continue to provide the traditional taste that had been pass on for over 50 years. He was happy to hear customers say "That was delicious!" and "Even if there was a line I'd wait until I could have some!" In order to fully absorb the long-standing restaurant's traditional flavors, he is proactively developing the restaurant.
柏田 英紀Hidenori Kashida
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Micchan So-honten Hatchobori Branch
みっちゃん総本店 八丁堀店
- Hatchobori/Noboricho/Hakushima, Hiroshima
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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浜田 博Hiroshi Hamada
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His inspiration to become a chef came after catching a glimpse of his friend working at an okonomiyaki (savory pancake) shop
He was born in April of 1970 in Hiroshima Prefecture. His love of food extends back to his childhood when he used to frequent okonomiyaki shops around his neighborhood. A friend of his at the time was training at "Mitchan So-honten", which inspired him to go off and do the same thing. He devoted himself to perfecting his skills in okonomiyaki and then took on his current role as a manager at "Mitchan So-honten Hatchobori Branch", which is now the main branch. He works hard every day to preserve the restaurant’s culinary traditions and makes sure that each and every okonomiyaki is carefully prepared for customers, many of whom travel long distances to eat there.
浜田 博Hiroshi Hamada
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Sky View candle
スカイビュー キャンドル
- Matsue Station, Shimane
- General,Western / General / Cake / Steak
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柴山 明久SHIBAYAMA AKIHISA
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To be a chef who pursue the taste of local ingredients
He was born in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, on August 12, 1958. He has been interested in food since his childhood. After graduating from a high school, he entered a vocational school for becoming a licensed cook. With experience in different styles of business and an inherent flair, he always works on cooking humbly.
柴山 明久SHIBAYAMA AKIHISA
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La Sette
La sette
- Tokaichi/Funairi/Yoshojima, Hiroshima
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Gelato
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北村 英紀KITAMURA HIDENORI
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Serious about his ingredients and his cooking methods, he pursues authentic Italian cuisine
1997 - Worked as head chef at Sunroute Hiroshima Hotels' Trattoria Viale March 2003 - Attended the government-certified ICIF School of Culinary Arts in Italy's Piedmont region (graduated the same year) June 2000 - Worked for Ristorante Castello in Verduno, Piedmont region before returning to Japan October 2004 - Opened Italian restaurant "La Sette" in Hirose Kitamachi March 2009 - Opened the second "La Sette" restaurant on the 9th floor of the Fukuya Hatchobori Main Store where he works now
北村 英紀KITAMURA HIDENORI
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Wine Izakaya Charbon
ワイン居酒屋シャルボン
- Namikidori/Fukuromachi/Nakamachi, Hiroshima
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Wine
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中野 正敏NAKANO MASATOSHI
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A chef who delights his customers with his food, and has them coming back for more.
The sense of joy he received from making people happy with his dishes got him interested in cooking professionally. He then built up experience in catering and French cooking while working at a hotel. Presently, he shows off his culinary skills as a chef at Wine Izakaya Charbon.
中野 正敏NAKANO MASATOSHI
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Jion Shoja
慈恩精舎
- Okayama, Okayama
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Shojin Ryori (Buddhist cuisine)
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草野 潤KUSANO MEGUMU
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Kusano brings his experience from a Japanese restaurant in Austria to the table
After achieving his childhood dream of becoming a cook at the family-oriented restaurant "Tenmaya", he moved on to Vienna, where he worked at a Japanese restaurant for six years. After returning to Japan and working at French and sushi restaurants in hotels, he has been putting his skills to use at his own shop for the past six months.
草野 潤KUSANO MEGUMU
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Izakaya Kumakichi
居酒屋 くま吉
- Matsue Station, Shimane
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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熊野 英治KUMANO EIJI
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A chef's job is to bring joy to people.
Born in Matsue in 1973. He says his dream was always to have his own restaurant. He had an interest in cooking, and worked part time at a restaurant, while also often cooking at home. He began working at a sushi restaurant at the age of 24. His good points are that he enjoys serving people, and making them happy. This is what he believes is an important part of being a chef. He spent four years learning all of the ins and outs of sushi and Japanese cuisine to become independent. His heart's desire is to open a restaurant where customers feel welcome, and that serves original, heart-felt food.
熊野 英治KUMANO EIJI
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Japanese Cuisine FUKUSHIMA
日本料理 福しま
- Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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福嶋 忠幸FUKUSHIMA TADAYUKI
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He continues to strive down the path of cuisine to fulfill his dream of owning his own restaurant
Born in 1959. A native of Saga Prefecture's Karatsu City. His memories of a local Japanese food restaurant led him to enter the world of cuisine, deciding to make food that could move people. After acquiring experience at Hakata hotels and Japanese restaurants, he became head chef of Japanese cuisine at the Yachiyo Royal Hotel in Kumamoto. After that, he worked as head chef of the Yamaguchi Grand Hotel's Japanese Restaurant Miyabi for 12 years. He opened WA FUKUSHIMA in September of 2009, and this is his fifth year with us. He's never satisfied with his own cooking, striving for excellence each day.
福嶋 忠幸FUKUSHIMA TADAYUKI
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Jitokko Kumiai Matsue Ekimae
じとっこ組合 松江駅前店
- Matsue Station, Shimane
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken
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井上 一友INOUE KAZUTOMO
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This chef decided to devote his life to cooking after meeting the president of the company.
After meeting the president of Jitokko Kumiai Matsue Ekimae, Chef Inoue was startled by the extent to which they shared the same thinking and decided to move from an unrelated industry to become a chef. His eyes shine as he tells us how fun it is for him to receive direct, positive feedback from customers. He also feels that this work, where he gives shape to his own ideas with the design of the menu and flavoring of the food, has real meaning. Each day he works to continue to produce delicious food.
井上 一友INOUE KAZUTOMO
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Shimalabo
シマラボ
- Hatchobori/Noboricho/Hakushima, Hiroshima
- French,Italian/French / Wine / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine) / French
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島村 光徳SHIMAMURA MITSUNORI
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Working part-time in restaurants during his high-school days proved to be the gateway to a culinary career
He was born in Hiroshima Prefecture on December 4th, 1972. During his high school days he worked in part time jobs at a variety of food and drink establishments and because of this experience he decided to become a chef. Aiming to become a chef in French cuisine, the most highly regarded in the world, he went to France, and at the age of 20 he graduated from the Tsuji Culinary Institute's school in France. After training in top-class hotels, he returned to France. After training in Lyon and Cannes he came back to Japan. He has been with "Mikuni Hiroshima" since it opened. Carrying on in the spirit of chef Kiyomi Mikuni, he opened "Restaurant Shimamura L'Espirit de Mikuni", which he currently operates.
島村 光徳SHIMAMURA MITSUNORI
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Kappo Sushi Umeda
割烹・寿司うめだ
- Tokaichi/Funairi/Yoshojima, Hiroshima
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish) / Basashi (horse meat sashimi)
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梅田 真志UMEDA SHINJI
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Realising his father's greatness and his own culinary aspirations on leaving Hiroshima.
Shinji Umeda was born on March 17th, 1982. He learned much while working a part-time job at a restaurant. The izakaya (Japanese pub) he worked in at that time had an open kitchen, and during everything he did there, from the difficulty of conversing with customers to gaining more knowledge about cooking, he thought to himself "Dad did it like this, and at that time he spoke about this," and the image of his father's face was constantly on his mind. Shinji is currently training at his father's restaurant, studying the culinary arts so that he may one day open his own restaurant full of smiling, satisfied customers.
梅田 真志UMEDA SHINJI
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Le Jardin Gourmand
ル・ジャルダン グルマン
- Nishi-ku/Yokokawa, Hiroshima
- French,Italian/French / French
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小山 賢一KOYAMA KENICHI
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The skills learned in Switzerland and France are expressed on the plate using local ingredients.
I was born in 1961, in Hiroshima. Since childhood I have been familiar with cooking. I was impressed by sauce bechamel when I tasted it for the first time and decided to go to Europe to become familiar with French cuisine and culture there. Since 1986, for 3 years, I worked and studied in "Geneva Hotel Penta" and "Bern Restaurant Pune" in Switzerland, as well as restaurants like "Auberge L'eridan", "Le Jardin Gourmend", and "San James Club" in France before coming back to Japan. In 1990, I opened "Le Jardin Gourmand".
小山 賢一KOYAMA KENICHI
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Japanese Restaurant Kodama
日本料理 児玉
- Hatchobori/Noboricho/Hakushima, Hiroshima
- Japanese,Japanese / General
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児玉 一幸KODAMA KAZUYUKI
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Inherited DNA of a cook and opened his own restaurant. Obtained Michelin two stars.
He was born in 1951 in Yamaguchi. Since childhood he was interested in making things and painting, but the motivation to become a cook came from his father. He was fascinated by stories about cooking from his father, who used to be a cook in the marines, and subsequently started down the road leading to the culinary world. Since 18, he has trained at various places like wedding sites, hotels, and traditional Japanese restaurants, and in 2007, he opened "Japanese restaurant Kodama". In 2013, he obtained two stars in the Michelin Hiroshima Guide.
児玉 一幸KODAMA KAZUYUKI
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Hassho
八昌
- Nagarekawa/Yagembori, Hiroshima
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes)
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片山 義邦KATAYAMA YOSHIKUNI
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After finishing his job as a businessman, decided to make living with Okonomiyaki.
I was born 1968, in Kagawa. When I quit being a salaryman, I chose the early retirement option of the company I was working for and decided to make my living making "okonomiyaki". After going around to try many restaurants, I chose to train at "Hassho", which was the most delicious. I continuously worked and gained experience under my strict teacher, and in the end, I inherited the restaurant from him when he retired. Under the teaching of "Never forget to concentrate on making delicious dishes, rather than to earn a lot of money", I dedicate myself to the grill for the many guests who kindly line up in front of my restaurant today.
片山 義邦KATAYAMA YOSHIKUNI
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Kakiya
牡蠣屋
- Miyajima, Hiroshima
- Creative,Sosaku (creative) / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Oyster
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林 祐司HAYASHI YUJI
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I proceeded to this path wishing to experience the family business, Oysterbar.
He was born on April 14th, 1958, in Miyajima, Hiroshima. His parents ran an oyster bar, and since childhood he has been familiar with the world of food. Gradually he began to wish to be a cook and started to train in the culinary arts. For a long time he worked as an oyster chef, and now he runs "Kakiya". Every day, he grills oysters in the restaurant and his skillful manipulation gathers favorable responses not only from local regular customers, but also from tourists who come from far away.
林 祐司HAYASHI YUJI
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