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INARI Izakaya
INARI 居酒屋
- Ueno, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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Ebisu Shoten Minami 2 Nishi 5
恵美須商店 南2西5
- Odori Park, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Genghis Khan (grilled mutton)
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増田 義昭Yoshiaki Masuda
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A manager who leads customers to a smile by paying attention to the space where they enjoy their meals.
Mr. Masuda was born in 1986 in Hokkaido. He was away from his home prefecture for 10 years but joined Ebisu Shoten after returning in 2017. Since 2022, he has worked as the restaurant manager at Ebisu Shoten Minami 2 Nishi 5. He serves dishes made with fresh Hokkaido ingredients and served with care, with the hope that customers will "enjoy Hokkaido's local cuisine." In addition, he values communication with guests that allows them to spend an enjoyable and comfortable time in a way that only izakaya bars can provide.
増田 義昭Yoshiaki Masuda
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Shotaro
笑太郎
- Yodoyabashi, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Soba (noodles)
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寺脇 拓Hiraku Terawaki
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Mr. Terawaki started his career in the food and beverage world at 17, building a wealth of experience along the way.
He was born in 1981 in Toyonaka, Osaka. He started his training as a chef at a sushi restaurant when he was 17. After working at a sushi restaurant for 9 years, he worked at a soba restaurant for 7 years. After years of gaining experience, he became independent at 34. In 2011, he opened Rakutaro as the owner. In December 2021, the restaurant was relocated, and he began a new restaurant, Shotaro. He personally selects seafood and other ingredients at the market, purchasing high-quality ingredients and always striving to provide guests with the most delicious meals.
寺脇 拓Hiraku Terawaki
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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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Ebisu Shoten Shinsatsu BLOCK Branch
恵美須商店 シンサツBLOCK店
- Shin-Sapporo/Shiroishi, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sushi / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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舘野 友紀Yuuki Tateno
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To see the happy faces of customers. A chef who delivers delicious food and smiles.
Mr. Tateno is a native of Sapporo. He worked for 13 years as a cooking manager at a Robata (Japanese - style barbecue cooked over charcoal) restaurant in Susukino, honing his culinary skills. After that, he made up his mind to own his own restaurant. Utilizing his experience, he became a chef at Ebisu Shoten Shinsatsu BLOCK Branch. With the desire to provide customers with delicious food at a reasonable price, he takes great care with his suppliers and offers dishes with outstanding cost performance. He runs the restaurant with all his heart and soul so that people can have an enjoyable dining experience through delicious food.
舘野 友紀Yuuki Tateno
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Sumibi Yakitori to Hakata Motsunabe Nagare Nishiki Main Branch
炭火焼き鳥と博多もつ鍋 ながれ 錦本店
- Nishiki-sanchome, Aichi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Mizutaki (chicken hot pot)
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寺口 真央Mao Teraguchi
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Ms. Teraguchi is creating a store with an attractive atmosphere that makes people want to stop by.
She was born in 1988 in Aichi. Her interest in cooking was developed by a restaurant manager she met in high school. At Nagare, she tries to preserve the human connection with the enjoyment of cooking, to prepare delicious food for her customers, and to make sure that they fill their hearts as well as their stomachs as they dine. She values the relationship between herself, cooking, and customers.
寺口 真央Mao Teraguchi
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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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Funachu Ariake Branch
鮒忠 有明店
- Ariake, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Unagi (eel)
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齋藤 範明Noriaki Saito
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A chef supporting an extensive menu that meets the tastes of a wide range of guests.
Mr. Saito is from Aomori Prefecture and is an experienced chef who has honed his skills with a focus on Japanese cuisine. He currently serves as the assistant manager and chef at Funachu Ariake Branch. From skewered dishes to a wide array of Japanese specialties, he welcomes guests with a rich and diverse menu tailored to a variety of tastes.
齋藤 範明Noriaki Saito
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Kushi-no-Bo Sky Bld. branch
串の坊 スカイビル店
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers)
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西村 良平Ryohei Nishimura
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He has been working exclusively at [Kushi-no-Bo] as he first started as part-time worker, to become a real professional chef of deep-fried skewers.
He was born in 1973 in Hyogo prefecture. When he worked part-time at [Kushi-no-Bo] in Kitashinchi, he found the joy of cooking, and became a full-time employee to be a [real professional chef of deep-fried skewers]. He has been working for more than 20 years exclusively for cooking [deep-fried skewers] using seasonal ingredients, currently as a chef and the manager. He carefully prepares skewers one by one focusing on making a good balance between the ingredient and batter, while keeping the oil fresh for frying skewers. He keeps offering just-cooked hot skewers fried with exquisite timing to bring out the original savory taste of the ingredients with a crispy texture.
西村 良平Ryohei Nishimura
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GION Yamaneko
GION 山根子
- Gion, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Sake
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泉 佳代子Kayoko Izumi
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Ms. Izumi is the owner who proposes unique pairings based on her deep knowledge of sake.
She was born in Kyoto. Fascinated by the depth of sake, with its various flavors and aromas, she entered the restaurant business. In 2023, she opened GION Yamaneko as an owner. Since she is a sake expert and used to manage a shochu bar, she has extensive knowledge of pairing with food. She is also a certified senior koji (rice molt) specialist and is familiar with fermented foods, koji foods, and beverages, which is why she is planning to make homemade doburoku (unrefined sake) and amazake (sweet rice drink) at the bar.
泉 佳代子Kayoko Izumi
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Ginza Seiten
銀座 青天
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Steak
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青木 祐一Yuichi Aoki
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Mr. Aoki offers a relaxing experience with quality flavors that make you want to eat every day.
He was born in 1967 in Ibaraki. Interested in cooking from an early age, he decided to become a chef when he was in high school. After 20 years of training at a famous restaurant in Tokyo, he honed his skills under the supervision of a master chef who appeared on "Ryori no Tetsujin" (Iron Chef) and continued to further his training. Later, he worked as the head chef at Okahan, owned by Shinbashi Kanetanaka, a long-established Japanese restaurant, where he gained a wide range of experience. By chance, he was involved in the launch of Ginza Seiten and became the head chef when it opened on February 14, 2024.
青木 祐一Yuichi Aoki
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Shin Asakusa
新浅草
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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小川 正剛Masataka Ogawa
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Offering a delightful and fun time with exquisite Japanese cuisine and delicious sake.
Mr. Ogawa was born in 1976 in Osaka. He was inspired by the demeanor, speed, and precision of chefs, admiring every movement, and decided to pursue a career as a chef himself. After dedicating 25 years to specializing in Kaiseki cuisine, he became the head chef at Shin Asakusa.
小川 正剛Masataka Ogawa
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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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Hakodate Kaisenryori Kaikobo
函館海鮮料理 海光房
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Hokkaido Cuisine
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東谷 篤Atsushi Azumaya
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Naturally entered the world of cooking after growing up watching his aunt and mother run the restaurant.
Born in Oshamanbe. His aunt ran a restaurant there, which his mother worked at as well. Although he originally worked in a different industry, growing up watching his aunt and mother run the restaurant together naturally lead to him becoming a chef as well. After graduating from culinary school, he worked at hotels in locations such as Onuma, Lake Toya, and Noboribetsu. In Hakodate, he met his mentor Maejima at one of Hotel Hokke Club's Japanese restaurants, and began studying under him. He then worked as head chef at Hakodate Park Hotel and Hakodate Royal Hotel before taking up the position of head chef at Hakodate Kaisenryori Kaikobo.
東谷 篤Atsushi Azumaya
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honda Akasaka Branch
honda 赤坂店
- Akasaka, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Cookshop / Sake
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奈良 開Kai Nara
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Mr. Nara produces a relaxing time for precious guests.
Having worked at honda in Akasaka for 8 years, he currently serves as manager. He has the J.S.A. SAKE DIPLOMA (Japanese sake sommelier) qualification. With this qualification, he proposes sake and small dishes that go well with it. Every day, he devotes himself to providing his guests with a blissful experience.
奈良 開Kai Nara
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Charcoal & Dining Sharaku Himi-ten
チャコール＆ダイニング 写楽 氷見店
- Himi, Toyama
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kamameshi (rice cooked in an iron pot) / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot)
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樋口 就彦Narihiko Higuchi
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He searches for the best ingredients to create yakitori (grilled chicken skewer) that brings out the delicious flavors of the chicken
Born in Toyama on July 29th, 1958, his family owned a chicken wholesale store. Growing up and working closely with chicken, as well as watching his father cook yakitori, made him want to run his own restaurant. He set up Charcoal & Dining Sharaku Himi-ten in 1996 and began his career as the restaurant's chef owner. He works on the frontline, continually creating straight cuisine that carefully and faithfully preserves the essence of his ingredients.
樋口 就彦Narihiko Higuchi
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Izakaya Kushiroya
居酒屋 九四六屋
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Hokkaido Cuisine
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鵜沼 憲宏UNUMA NORIHIRO
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A spirited chef who walks the path that he had once dreamed of.
Born in Kushiro, Hokkaido on June 29, 1974. He had a white-collar job after graduating college, but he left the corporate life to work in his uncle's restaurant "Izakaya Taimu." After thoroughly learning the basics of cooking, he fulfilled his dream of creating a restaurant that serves foods from his homeland of Hokkaido with the opening of Izakaya Kushirokuya where he is to this day.
鵜沼 憲宏UNUMA NORIHIRO
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Korean Restaurant Bariton
韓国食堂 バリトン
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)
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カルロスCarlos
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He entertains the guests with his show-like performances.
Carlos, from Spain, is actively working as a chef at [Ganso Tonbee JR HAKATA CITY branch]. His show-like performances stimulate the five senses of the guests. His performances, filled with a live feeling, make full use of an iron griddle and sounds, aromas, and tastes to amuse the visitors.
カルロスCarlos
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Akatsuki Taps Ginza
暁タップス 銀座
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / General / Beer
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佐藤 和哉Kazuya Sato
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Delivering the charm of gently flavored beer and nourishing food with sincerity.
Mr. Sato was born in 1984 in Aomori; he is the manager of Akatsuki Taps Ginza. Having worked part-time as a waiter at the Tokyo Disney Resort restaurant, he found fulfillment in a job where he was close to the moments when people smiled around food. When he first wanted to pursue a career in food and beverage, he was introduced to the appeal of craft beer, which led him to become a staff member at Akatsuki Brewery. At the company's first flagship restaurant, he now offers a variety of beers and dishes suited to the Japanese climate. Through delicious food, he brings smiles and healing moments to customers.
佐藤 和哉Kazuya Sato
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Momoyaki Bancho
もも焼き 伴鳥
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Chicken
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菊池 由朗Yoshiro Kikuchi
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He offers savory high-quality chicken to many people.
He was born in 1980 in Fukuoka prefecture. After learning kaiseki (traditional Japanese cuisine) at restaurants/hotels in Kyoto, Nara, and Osaka prefectures, he participated in [World Skills International] as a Kyoto prefecture's representative in 2003. Currently he is actively working as a chef at a restaurant in Hakata City, offering savory high-quality chicken to many people.
菊池 由朗Yoshiro Kikuchi
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