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Kai to Sumibi to Nihonshu Tawawa
貝と炭火と日本酒 撓
- Yokohama Station, Kanagawa
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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村上 恒宏Tsunehiro Murakami
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Mr. Murakami creates a time and space that can impress guests on their important day.
He was born in 1973 in Kanagawa. He began his apprenticeship at a part-time job at a kappo restaurant and started training in Japanese cuisine. He has worked as a head chef in the kitchens of a kappo ryokan inn and a hotel. In July 2019, he opened Kai to Sumibi to Nihonshu Tawawa in Tsuruya-cho, Yokohama. As the owner-chef, he welcomes a wide range of guests. His creed is "to provide guests with a time and space to feel as much impression as possible on their special day." With dishes that carefully draw out the charm of seasonal ingredients and heartwarming service, he serves various occasions.
村上 恒宏Tsunehiro Murakami
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Ajinosato Bandai
味の里ばんだい
- Yamagata, Yamagata
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Local Japanese Cuisine / Sake
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酒井 啓史Hiroshi Sakai
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Introducing the taste of Yamagata and the fun of Robatayaki.
Mr. Sakai was born in 1978 in Yamagata. After working as a company employee in the Kanto region, he returned to his hometown at 24. Since then, he has been running Ajinosato Bandai with his parents. In 2021, his idea redesigned the Robata (fireside) to its current form. Until then, chefs used to cook sitting down, but he changed to a standing style of grilling to be able to move aggressively. The distance to the guests is closer, giving the restaurant a more "entertaining" robatayaki atmosphere.
酒井 啓史Hiroshi Sakai
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Kappo Sakaba Miotsukushi Tennoji Branch
割烹酒場 みおつくし 天王寺店
- Tennoji/Abenobashi, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Nabe (hot pot)
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田村 知之Tomoyuki Tamura
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Fascinated by delicious food, Mr. Tamura aspired to become a chef who could cook his own dishes.
He was born in 1993 in Osaka. He experienced a part-time job in a restaurant as a student, which sparked his interest in cooking. Started his professional career as a chef at Hanagoyomi in Swissôtel. After that, he moved to Kappo Ajisai and further honed his skills. In July 2022, he was offered a position at Miotsukushi Tennoji Branch and became the head chef.
田村 知之Tomoyuki Tamura
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Hokkaisushi to Robata Sushiyama Shinjuku
寿司と炉端 すし山 新宿
- Shinjuku East Exit/Kabukicho, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sushi / General / Oyster
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Kyoto Kushidokoro Azumaya
京都串処東屋本店
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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清水 義晴Yoshiharu Shimizu
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Serves high-quality yakitori and kushiage along with sake from all of Kyoto's breweries.
Mr. Shimizu was born in 1976 in Osaka. He entered the industry by starting a small bar because he was fascinated by the food and beverage business, where he could bring smiles to guests' faces by serving delicious food. Opened Azumaya in Daikoku-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, and gained popularity. With the area's development, the restaurant moved to its current location. In addition to high-quality yakitori and kushiage skewers, the restaurant is favored widely for its extensive lineup of drinks, including sake from all the breweries in Kyoto City.
清水 義晴Yoshiharu Shimizu
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Hakodate Seafood Izakaya Uomasa Goryokaku Main branch
函館海鮮居酒屋 魚まさ 五稜郭総本店
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Hokkaido Cuisine
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高野 信子Nobuko Takano
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Knowing everything about ingredients, distribution, and management, she has devoted herself to working for the guests!
She was born in 1985 in Hakodate city. After graduating from Hokkaido Automotive Engineering College, she entered the service industry. She worked hard to open [Hakodate Seafood Izakaya Uomasa Susukino branch] in 2011. From 2012, she worked as the manager at [Hakodate Seafood Izakaya Uomasa Mihara branch]. Since 2016, she has been devoting herself to [improving service quality] for the guests at [Hakodate Seafood Izakaya Uomasa Goryokaku Main branch].
高野 信子Nobuko Takano
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Steak House Nakama
STEAK HOUSE NAKAMA
- Onna-son, Okinawa
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / American / Hamburger Steak / Steak
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菱田 和寛Kazuhiro Hishita
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Nothing motivates him more than the kind words of a customer
Born in February of 1981, his journey to becoming a professional chef was ignited after witnessing his own food bring joy and delight to his friends’ faces. Today he works on developing new and original dishes for the restaurant’s menu that aim to go over and above their customers’ expectations.
菱田 和寛Kazuhiro Hishita
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The New World
ザ・ニューワールド
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Cookshop / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / General
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鳥羽 周作Shusaku Toba
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The owner-chef of The New World.
Mr. Toba was born in 1978 in Saitama Prefecture. He has a unique background, having quit his job as a J-League trainee and worked as an elementary school teacher before entering the world of chefs at 32. He trained for 3 years at DIRITTO in Kagurazaka, 2 years at Florilege in Aoyama, and 2 years as a sous chef at Aria di Tacubo in Ebisu before becoming the chef at Gris in Yoyogi Uehara in March 2016. He then became the owner-chef of the same restaurant, which reopened as sio in July 2018.
鳥羽 周作Shusaku Toba
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Kinfuku Sakaba
金福酒場
- Shinjuku East Exit/Kabukicho, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Oden
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MYO MINTHANTMyo Minthant
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Dedicated to cooking. The authentic taste is born from years of experience.
Mr. Myo Minthant was born in 1987 in Myanmar. He became familiar with cooking at an early age and defected to Japan in 2008 after graduating from university in Myanmar. Having worked in this foreign country, he started his culinary career, gaining 16 years of experience at a yakiniku restaurant and 8 years at a Chinese restaurant. After years of study, he became the manager and head chef of Kinfuku Sakaba in November 2024. He offers authentic flavors and warm hospitality, putting the skill and passion he has cultivated into each dish.
MYO MINTHANTMyo Minthant
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Taishu Izakaya UOHIDE Yoyogi-Hachiman Branch
大衆居酒屋 魚秀 代々木八幡店
- Shinjuku Station South Exit/Yoyogi, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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小俣 卓也Takuya Omata
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Trained at various types of restaurants, including Japanese and Italian restaurants.
Mr. Omata was born in November 1972 in Toshima-ku, Tokyo. From 18, he had training at various types of restaurants, including Japanese cuisine, Italian cuisine, and major restaurant chains. At Kaya Group, he studied under the legendary Japanese chef Mr. Kazuyoshi Masak and inherited the Masaki style. Currently, he is also active in management and consulting for food and beverage businesses, working with a number of companies to train young chefs.
小俣 卓也Takuya Omata
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Minami Aoyama Hifumi
南青山 ひふみ
- Omotesando/Aoyama, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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加藤 寛史Hirofumi Kato
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Drawn to Minami Aoyama by a dream of opening his own restaurant as soon as possible
Born in Ibaraki Prefecture in June 1978, Chef Kato entered the world of cooking at age 23, but only six years later he was already entrusted to running a restaurant. Few years later, he became owner of a Japanese restaurant in Koenji, but on the lookout for his next project, he eventually found his current spot in Minami Aoyama, opening it in 2014. Though he adheres to traditions of Japanese cooking, he also offer dishes you cannot find anywhere else, and enjoys entertaining guests simply looking for a drink and a snack.
加藤 寛史Hirofumi Kato
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Musshu Mizuki
夢酒みずき
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Shochu
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梅村 孝利Takatoshi Umemura
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Mr. Umemura has dedicated himself to Japanese cuisine, serving seasonal dishes that make the most of the best ingredients.
He was born in 1976 in Saitama. His family owned a restaurant, and he grew up watching his father, a chef, at work, and naturally wanted to become a chef. He trained at a Japanese restaurant in Tokyo and obtained a chef's license. He also obtained a Fugu (blowfish) chef's license from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. In 2008, he was fortunate enough to be invited to join MIKI CO. After working at affiliated restaurants in Yurakucho and Ikebukuro, he has been the head chef at Musshu Mizuki since 2012.
梅村 孝利Takatoshi Umemura
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Jidoriya Amon
地鶏屋 亜門
- Nakasu, Fukuoka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Chicken / Nabe (hot pot)
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岡田 良太Ryota Okada
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Aiming to ensure that guests enjoy not only the food but also the time until it is served.
Mr. Ryota Okada was born in 1987 in Kyoto. He has worked as a chef at various restaurants in Fukuoka Prefecture. His specialty is cuisine such as yakitori and robatayaki, which entertain diners not only with the food itself but also with how the dishes are prepared and served. Now, he is working as a chef at Jidoriya Amon. With various chicken-themed menus and personal space, he focuses on creating a comfortable restaurant where guests can enjoy themselves even while waiting for their food, together with excellent customer service. The restaurant meets a wide range of needs in the Nakasu area.
岡田 良太Ryota Okada
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Toriya Otori
鶏屋 鳳
- Otaru/Yoichi/Shakotan, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Chicken / Nabe (hot pot) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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八木 裕史Hirofumi Yagi
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A chef with passion entered the cooking field to realize his dream since he was young.
He was born in June 1973 in Hokkaido. He wanted to be a chef since he was young, as he liked to please people with his food. To realize this dream, he entered the restaurant industry. While operating a bar and serving alcohol and delicious food there, he started thinking about opening a restaurant specializing in chicken, and the thought got stronger. In 2008, being fully prepared, he opened [Toriya Otori]. This restaurant has become popular serving delicious chicken dishes elaborated in their own ways, and many guests return as repeaters. He is always searching for dishes that the guests will become addicted to.
八木 裕史Hirofumi Yagi
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Kimiomou Tsubame no Kurashi
君想うツバメの暮らし
- Kurayoshi/Central area of Tottori, Tottori
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yum Cha/Dim Sum / Szechuan / International/Fusion
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中尾 隼Jun Nakao
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Like the swallows that bring happiness, Mr. Nakao delivers happiness with his original dishes.
He was born in 1981 in Tottori. After graduating from high school, he studied the basics of cooking at a culinary school before joining a Chinese restaurant in Kobe. After honing his skills in the Chinese kitchen, he returned to his hometown, Tottori, to gain further experience at various dining establishments. He joined "Kimiomou Tsubame no Kurashi" as a chef and manager, later taking on the role of owner in the fall of 2019. At the restaurant, named after the swallow, a bird of good fortune that brings happiness, which celebrates its seventh anniversary in February 2023, he brings happiness to people through his creative cuisine.
中尾 隼Jun Nakao
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Yakitori to Sousakusumibiyaki Kokoko
焼き鳥と創作炭火焼 こここ
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Chicken
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加藤 翔Sho Kato
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Charcoal grills connect people. Diverse experiences create a unique taste and sense of wonder.
Mr. Sho Kato was born in 1990 in Kyoto. After graduating high school, he started his culinary journey, gaining ten years of experience at a yakitori restaurant, Yakitori Daikichi. He then broadened his expertise by exploring various culinary fields, including ramen and yakiniku. In March 2024, he fulfilled his dream of opening his own yakitori restaurant, Sumibiyaki Koteppan Kiyamachi, in Kawaramachi, Kyoto. By November, he expanded with a second restaurant, Yakitori to Sousakusumibiyaki Kokoko. As a chef-owner, he continually seeks to discover new culinary delights, drawing from his vast experiences and refined skills.
加藤 翔Sho Kato
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Hokkaido Sakaba Kita-no Kazoku Namba Sennichimae Branch
北海道酒場 北の家族 なんば千日前店
- Namba, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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WASHOKU Seafood Ocean
WASHOKU 海の幸 おーしゃん
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Genghis Khan (grilled mutton)
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坂本 康太Kota Sakamoto
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Offering a novel setting for an uplifting experience.
While working as a stage actor in Tokyo, Mr. Sakamoto got the opportunity to work in a restaurant and moved to Hokkaido. He is now the manager of "WASHOKU Seafood Ocean", which opened on October 29, 2022. With the desire to "work related to people" and "to meet and talk to various people," he aims to create a comfortable restaurant for guests and staff.
坂本 康太Kota Sakamoto
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Asuen-kataraidokoro Irori
明日への語らい処 囲炉裏
- Kawaguchi Lake/Fuji Yoshida/Yamanaka Lake, Yamanashi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / General / Sake
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小林 慶司Keishi Kobayashi
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His seasonal dishes bring a smile to your face. Mr. Kobayashi is a chef delivering heartwarming culinary experiences.
He was born in 1978 in Yamanashi. Since childhood, he has been interested in cooking and pursued becoming a chef, inspired by his admiration for the culinary world. Starting from local hotels in Yamanashi, he gained experience in various places. With a desire to cherish the relationships between people, he opened Irori. Pouring in the skills and passion cultivated through years of experience, he offers seasonal dishes that make the most of the season's ingredients. He diligently strives each day, welcoming visitors with a warm and friendly atmosphere, leaving smiles on their faces.
小林 慶司Keishi Kobayashi
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Kushiyaki no Tatsumi
串焼きのたつみ
- Oita, Oita
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers)
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高山 健一Kenichi Takayama
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Making use of kushiyaki (grilled skewers) techniques from Japanese cuisine, he aims for a new kushiyaki
He was born in Fukuoka Prefecture. Aspiring to become a chef because he had always loved eating, he started by training at several restaurants in Fukuoka Prefecture. Thinking that he wanted to use the techniques he learned for Japanese cuisine to arrange kushiyaki in a Japanese-style and create new types of kushiyaki, he joined Kushiyaki no Tatsumi. He now demonstrates his skills and technique on a daily basis at the newly-opened restaurant.
高山 健一Kenichi Takayama
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