501 - 520 of 692 chefs
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Fujiwara
ふじ原
- Shin-Sakae/Higashisakura/Izumi, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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藤原 光章Mitsuaki Fujiwara
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Became interested in the world of cooking through a desire to delight others.
Born in December 1969 in Aichi prefecture, Mr. Fujiwara loved making others happy, and so decided to become a chef to bring joy to people with cooking. After graduating, he trained for 16 years at the Japanese restaurant Sakuichi in Osaka. In 2004, he opened his own store, Fujiwara, and became the owner and chef. In 2016, the restaurant moved to a new location and went through a renewal. He still continues to work diligently so as not to bring shame to Sakuichi, which was where he learned everything and which still is at the core of his cooking.
藤原 光章Mitsuaki Fujiwara
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Teshigoto Zefu
てしごと是歩
- Kokubuncho/Ichibancho, Miyagi
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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菊田 正見Masami Kikuta
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A genuine cook who prepares each ingredient in a way that brings out its best qualities
Born in 1972 in Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture. Liked cooking from a young age, and entered into the world of professional cooking with a passion to continue this as his life's work. He is working hard not to forget his ambition to improve, and working daily at [Teshigoto Zefu].
菊田 正見Masami Kikuta
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Atsugi Tachibana
厚木 たちばな
- Hon-Atsugi/Atsugi, Kanagawa
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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毛利 裕太Yuta Mouri
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He joined the restaurant with a part time job, staying on to become a chef
Chef Mori was born in Kanagawa prefecture on June 5th, 1992. He casually joined Atsugi Tachibana for part time work after being invited by a friend. Fascinated by the depth of Japanese cuisine, decided to become a chef. Chef Mori says that it is only natural for chefs to prepare delicious cuisine, and he is strict on himself and always has a high sense of awareness as a professional. Every day he continues to pursue cuisine that is not just delicious, but also impresses his customers and remains in their memory.
毛利 裕太Yuta Mouri
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Waki Syun
和氣 旬
- Mitsukoshimae, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Wine
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宮原 瞬Syun Miyahara
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From Ginza to Paris and now to Nihonbashi, Mr. Miyahara weaves seasonal flavors with the skills he honed at the renowned restaurant "Kojyu."
He was born in 1981 in Tokyo. The owner of "WaKi Shun." He worked at a Japanese restaurant, "Rokkon," in Nishi-Azabu, where he learned the basics of Japanese cuisine. He then moved to a Michelin-starred restaurant, "Ginza Kojyu," where he honed his skills under the guidance of Chef Toru Okuda. In 2011, he became the head chef of the sister restaurant "Ginza Okuda." In 2013, he went to France. From 2013 to 2018, he worked as the head chef of "Paris Okuda" and introduced the charm of Japanese cuisine to the French people. After returning to Japan, he resumed his position as head chef at "Ginza Okuda" before founding his own restaurant in Nihonbashi in February 2023.
宮原 瞬Syun Miyahara
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Tofu to Yuba Tosa Bunka no mise Daimyo
豆腐と湯葉・土佐文化の店 大名
- Kochi Station/Harimayabashi, Kochi
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Tofu Dishes / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Yuba (tofu skin)
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田中 康宏Yasuhiro Tanaka
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Twenty years of experience making tofu as the eldest son of the owner of a well-established tofu shop in Kochi.
Chef Tanaka gained 20 years experience in making tofu by virtue of being the son of the owner of a well-established tofu shop in Kochi. Along the way, he became enamored with the flavors of freshly made tofu and yuba (tofu skin), and developed a desire to start a restaurant where people could eat tofu as he experienced it. He dwelled on that desire for 10 years until he took the next step and opened his restaurant, Daimyo.
田中 康宏Yasuhiro Tanaka
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Himeji Sushi-Ichi
姫路 すし一 （スシイチ）
- Himeji, Hyogo
- Japanese,Japanese / Sushi / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Fugu (blowfish)
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久宗 隆一Ryuichi Hisamune
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A chef who is passionate about the flavor of ingredients
Chef Hisamune was born in Himeji on January 22nd, 1975. He was born into his current position as a second generation chef at Himeji Sushi-Ichi. He was raised looking over his father's shoulder as he worked. His parents' home was in Yamasakicho, Shiso, a town in Hyogo Prefecture surrounded by mountains and rivers, where he was in close touch with nature. That experience influenced him to strive to use techniques that highlight, rather than mask, the essential flavors of his ingredients. After graduating from university, he learned at restaurants in Kyoto, Kobe, and elsewhere before returning to his family restaurant, where he continues to work diligently to build upon his 20 years of experience to become an even better chef.
久宗 隆一Ryuichi Hisamune
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Uogashi Maruten Minato
魚河岸丸天 みなと店
- Numazu, Shizuoka
- Japanese,Japanese / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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坪井 徹TSUBOI TORU
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In the pursuit of new cooking while inheriting the founder's knowledge.
He was born in 1979 in Miyagi Prefecture. Since Tsuboi was a young boy he helped his father, who loved fishing and cooking, to prepare the fish that he caught. Through this he developed a passion for cooking and after graduating cooking school began working at a Japanese restaurant in Numazu. He then went to work for a Japanese bar in Fujinomiya and began undertaking the founder's training at "Uogashi Maruten" in his early twenties. He polished his skills at various affiliated restaurants before becoming the manager at "Uogashi Maruten". As he continues the restaurant's traditions, he is also in pursuit of a new style of cooking.
坪井 徹TSUBOI TORU
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Sushi Kapppo Otanko Funabashi Branch
寿司割烹 御旦孤 船橋店
- Funabashi, Chiba
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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市川 正ICHIKAWA TADASHI
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Watching the TV drama "Zenryuaku Ofukurosama" inspired him to become a chef.
He was born in 1961, in Onjuku, Chiba Prefecture. He was inspired to work in Fukagawa after watching the TV show "Zenryaku Ofukurosama", getting his start at a sushi shop there called "Uogashi" at the age of 16. After six years he traveled to the USA. There he spent a year working for "Hatsuhana" in New York City. When he returned to Japan, his mentor Okuchi invited him to come work for us at "Otanko." His personality might be stoic, but he has deep feelings toward his art, and he's been a chef here for 10 years now. He's made numerous TV appearances over the years, including a stint on Fuji TV's "Nonstop!".
市川 正ICHIKAWA TADASHI
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Azabu-juban Hatano Yoshiki
麻布十番 秦野よしき
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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秦野 よしきYoshiki Hatano
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A spirited craftsman honoring traditional Tokyo-style sushi, with a background in French and Italian
Chef Hatano was born in Tokyo in 1984. He took an interest in cooking thanks to his mother who was a home economics teacher. By the time he was in middle school, he yearned to become an Italian chef. When he enrolled in university, he also started training as a sushi chef, gaining experience working in restaurants in Akasaka and Ginza. He then travelled to Kona, Hawai'i where he got a chance to apply what he had learned. After returning to Japan, he started his own business, performing sushi catering and sushi shop concept design, and at age 28, he opened Sushi Michi in Azabu-juban. In June 2015, he changed restaurant name to [Azabu-juban Hatano Yoshiki].
秦野 よしきYoshiki Hatano
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Soshu Torigin Odawara Ekimae Branch
相州 鳥ぎん 小田原駅前店
- Odawara/Minamiashigara, Kanagawa
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken
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柴田 久人Hisato Shibata
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The thing that prompted him to become a chef was hearing [that was delicious] from customers at a restaurant he was working at part-time
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in January 1970. During his student years, he worked part-time at [Soshu Torigin.] He first thought of learning how to cook in earnest when customers told him that the food he made was delicious. After that, he enrolled in culinary school in Tokyo, where he learned the fundamentals and was able to work with various culinary genres. After graduation, he considered working at other places, but had a strong attachment to [Soshu Torigin] so he returned to Kanagawa, where he has remained committed to the management, procurement, and quality of [food] ever since.
柴田 久人Hisato Shibata
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Kagaya Hakata branch JR HAKATA CITY KOOTEN 9F
加賀屋 博多店 JR博多シティくうてん9F
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Local Japanese Cuisine
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平川 泰司Taiji Hirakawa
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He transmits Japanese traditional food cultures through his cuisine, to please many people.
He is from Osaka prefecture. Entered the field of Japanese cuisine to acquire a trade in a new world. In this strict field, he sometimes felt like quitting. However, the more he knew about cooking, the more he wanted to acquire knowledge. He has been attracted by the deepness of the cooking world. Currently, he is devoting himself to spreading Japanese traditional food cultures to many people through cuisine, wishing to offer Japanese cuisine that can be enjoyed by everyone.
平川 泰司Taiji Hirakawa
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SHIROSAKA - Sumibi Kappo
炭火割烹 白坂
- Akasaka, Tokyo
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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井伊 秀樹Hideki Ii
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He attracts the world with his sophisticated cuisine respecting the spirit of the Japanese.
He was born in 1976 in Tokyo. He trained at a Japanese restaurant in Tokyo and obtained cooking and sommelier licenses. With the encounter with Mr. Tetsuya Wakuda as a turning point, he went to Australia to work at [Tetsuya's], a worldwide renowned restaurant in Sydney. He became the first Japanese sous chef there. He also went to the U.S. to work as a chef exclusively for the residence of UN ambassador in N.Y., then returned to Japan. He opened [SHIROSAKA - Sumibi Kappo] in November 2014.
井伊 秀樹Hideki Ii
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Kani Kaga Ryori Kadofuku
カニ・加賀料理 かど福
- Kumamoto, Kumamoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Donburi (rice bowl) / Crab
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豊田 一徳Kazunori Toyoda
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Introducing tasty ingredients to as many people as possible.
He was born in 1957 in Ishikawa prefecture. He was originally working actively as a fisherman. He entered the field of Japanese cuisine to introduce tasty local ingredients from Kaga to as many people as possible, and to serve his dishes directly to them. After 4 year of training at [Sasabune], a renowned restaurant that has already closed down, he started working at [Kani Kaga Ryori Kadofuku].
豊田 一徳Kazunori Toyoda
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Nishiki Uoriki KYOTO TOWER SANDO branch
錦魚力 京都タワーサンド店
- Kyoto Station, Kyoto
- Tempura (fried seafood and vegetables),Japanese / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Donburi (rice bowl)
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塩見 哲孝Noritaka Shiomi
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Mr. Noritaka Shiomi is actively working, leveraging on his rich experience from the management section.
Mr. Noritaka Shiomi was born in 1976 in Osaka prefecture. He was shy and uncomfortable with interpersonal relationships but dared to jump into the restaurant industry to overcome his shyness. At the age of 18, he started working for a restaurant chain and became a manager at 27. At 33, he became a supervisor of the Tokyo and Saitama areas and managed several branches. He then decided to hone his culinary skills and started working at the historic restaurant Nishiki Uoriki. Currently, he strives to improve his skills while maintaining Nishiki Uoriki's traditional cooking methods.
塩見 哲孝Noritaka Shiomi
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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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?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.
?橋 賢Ken Takahashi
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Wagokoro Izumi
和ごころ 泉
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General
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泉 昌樹IZUMI MASAKI
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His cuisine is based on that of the former restaurant Sakurada. He strives to continue the legacy of his teacher's philosophy.
Born in 1967 in Mie Prefecture, he decided to become a chef and from age 19 began his studies at the Japanese restaurant Kase in Nagoya. Afterwards, he worked at a Tokyo hotel, later moving on to the famous shop Sakurada at 23. He spent 9 and a half years there polishing his skills, and though he left for a period of time, he returned again 3 years later. Putting the final touches on his abilities, he gained his independence in 2006. He boasts 2 stars in the Michelin Guide.
泉 昌樹IZUMI MASAKI
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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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Kanazawa Sekitei
かなざわ石亭
- Kenrokuen Garden, Ishikawa
- Japanese,Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Local Japanese Cuisine
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宮本 信寛 Nobuhiro Miyamoto
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His career as a chef is rooted in the happy smiles of his family.
Born in 1968 in Ishikawa prefecture. He had a chance to cook for the family when his mother became sick. His meal was well received then and that was when he began pursuing his culinary career. After graduating high school, he entered to Asadaya corporation, brushed up his skills at Sekitei for 10 years, Shougyotei for 12 years and worked as a head chef at Hotaruya in the tea house district for 3 years. From 2012, the head chef serves the dishes for guests at Sekitei.
宮本 信寛 Nobuhiro Miyamoto
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Japanese Restaurant Kyokabutoya
日本料理 京甲屋
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine
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池田 泰優Yasumasa Ikeda
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A subtle sense of beauty, audacious methods and well-honed techniques go into creating every dish.
Born in Hokkaido. Started working at his grandmother’s restaurant -- which specialized in Akita prefecture cuisine -- while in his second year of high school. At that time, he happened to catch a popular cooking show on TV, which inspired him to become a chef. The program featured the Osaka Abeno Tsuji Culinary Institute, in which he chose to enroll. Following his graduation, he received further training in Osaka and Kyoto. In 2010, he finally opened "Japanese Restaurant Kyokabutoya" in Shijo Karasuma.
池田 泰優Yasumasa Ikeda
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Sushidokoro Tsunoda
鮨處 つの田
- Ningyocho/Kodenmacho, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi) / Sake
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角田 哲也TSUNODA TETSUYA
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Purists, bringing to life their aspirations gained from TV dramas.
He was born in Tokyo prefecture in 1963. As a teenager, he watched a TV show in which the main character played a chef in downtown Tokyo. He was impressed by how cool he felt that was, and the world of cooking opened up before him. Soon after, he started training at a sushi restaurant in Tokyo's Edogawa ward. After working as master chef at Sushiya no Kanpachi for 10 years, he finally opened Sushidokoro Tsunoda, where he still is today.
角田 哲也TSUNODA TETSUYA
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