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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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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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Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch
ちょいおでん新宿本店
- Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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佐藤 敬Takashi Sato
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Experienced as a chef at prestigious hotels and overseas. A chef who continues to attract guests.
Mr. Sato was born in 1958 in Tokyo. He has experienced various genres, mainly Japanese food, including Hotel New Otani, where he has worked for 13 years. He has worked not only in Japan but also as a chef in Singapore. He has been with CANVAS Inc. since around 2017 and now works at Choi Oden Shinjuku Main Branch. With his experience entertaining many guests at prestigious hotels and abroad, he continues to charm guests over the counter.
佐藤 敬Takashi Sato
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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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Hokkai Monja × Teppanyaki KIBORI Shinjuku
北海もんじゃ×鉄板焼き KIBORI 新宿
- Shinjuku East Exit/Kabukicho, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Hokkaido Cuisine / Craft Beer
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Kyonomachi Umeda Branch
京の町 梅田店
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns
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松山 秀一Hidekazu Matsuyama
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If you forget your gratitude, you won't be able to meet delicious ingredients.
Mr. Matsuyama is from Osaka. He has been involved in cooking for 45 years and has gained experience in various genres and many cuisines such as Japanese, Western, and Italian. Now, he is working hard to provide dishes that will please his customers by utilizing his experience and repeating trial and error in creative cuisine based on Kyoto cuisine.
松山 秀一Hidekazu Matsuyama
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Kachaguriya
かちゃぐり屋
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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加藤 旭敏Akitoshi Kato
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Mr. Kato's approach is to prepare each dish, emphasizing creativity carefully.
He was born in Aichi. Since childhood, he has been familiar with cooking and confectionery making. During his school years, he worked part-time in restaurants for four years, developing practical skills and a deep understanding of food ingredients. After graduation, he worked at the Nagoya Kanko Hotel for 5 years, where he acquired the fundamentals of Western-style cooking techniques and service. At the age of 29, he opened his own Teppanyaki restaurant, Kachaguriya, taking advantage of his experience and unique ideas. Since then, he has been exploring new cuisines every day for 31 years.
加藤 旭敏Akitoshi Kato
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Baniku to Kaki no Sousaku Bal motto.
馬肉と牡蠣の創作バル motto.
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Horse Meat / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Oyster
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高田 将規Masanori Takada
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Mr. Takada was influenced by his grandmother to pursue a career in food. He was exposed to many food cultures in Japan and abroad.
He was born in 1998 in Hyogo. Influenced by his grandmother, he aspired to become a chef. After graduating from Ecole Tsuji Osaka, he entered Tsuji Culinary Institute of France. Having experienced about a year of on-the-job training at a local restaurant in France, he entered the world of chefs, which he had longed to do since childhood. At the age of 22, he worked at an Italian restaurant in his hometown that served kiln-baked pizzas. Then, at the age of 24, he worked as a chef at a food stall that was the predecessor of the current restaurant, followed by becoming the chef at Motto., when it was reopened.
高田 将規Masanori Takada
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Murakiya Hanare
村木屋はなれ
- Yokohama Station, Kanagawa
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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保崎 航大Kodai Hosaki
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Mr. Hosaki explores delicious food and drinks to bring guests a new taste of izakaya enjoyment.
He was born in 1996 in Kanagawa. The manager of Murakiya Hanare. During his college years, his part-time job led him to discover the appeal of restaurants that bring people smiles and joy through food. After graduation, he worked for a company but left because of his strong desire to work in the restaurant business. He started training with the goal of "owning his own restaurant." Experienced in both cooking and customer service at the famous Murakiya main branch in Yokohama, he assumed his current position in August 2023, when the sister branch opened. He has entertained a wide range of guests with Hanare's unique cuisine and space.
保崎 航大Kodai Hosaki
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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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Yummy
八味 〜yummy〜
- Roppongi, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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平野 信英Nobuhide Hirano
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With over 40 years of experience as a chef, Mr. Hirano offers dishes that fascinate both the palate and the mind.
He was born in 1964 in Tokyo. Starting his culinary career in his teens, he opened a teppanyaki restaurant, Doremi, in Kameido in 1988. It quickly gained popularity and expanded branches in Ginza and Nihonbashi. He has also been active in television and magazines and has won the TV Tokyo program "TV Champion." In 2012, he opened a Hawaiian restaurant, No Reservations, in Ningyocho. In July 2024, he newly opened Yummy in Roppongi. Utilizing his experience and skills as a chef over 40 years, he delivers dishes with heart and soul.
平野 信英Nobuhide Hirano
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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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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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Mentai-ryori Hakata Shobo-an
めんたい料理 博多 椒房庵
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sake / Shochu
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西垣 良太Ryota Nishigaki
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He entered the field of Japanese cuisine by being fascinated with his cousin who was a Japanese chef.
He was born on April 26, 1983, in Fukuoka prefecture. In his elementary school days, he became fascinated with a Japanese chef, when he saw his cousin, a Japanese chef, preparing fish. He decided to be a chef and accumulated experience at [Ikesu Taikichi] of Ikesu kappo (traditional Japanese seafood) restaurant for 5 years, and [Kaiseki (traditional Japanese) Cuisine Katsuki] for 5 years. Now he has been working as the master chef at [Gohan-ya Shobo-an] for 8 years.
西垣 良太Ryota Nishigaki
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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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TOC-TOC
トクトク
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake
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小林 真太郎Shintaro Kobayashi
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He warmly welcomes the guests like welcoming his best friends.
He was born in 1979 in Fukuoka prefecture. He entered the restaurant field in his teens and got a live-in job where he learned cooking techniques and hospitality for serving the guests. Then he actively worked at an izakaya (Japanese pub), yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant, sake (Japanese alcohol) shop, etc. Currently, he is actively working at [TOC-TOC] in [JR HAKATA CITY], where he makes efforts to warmly welcomes the guests like welcoming his best friends at his home party.
小林 真太郎Shintaro Kobayashi
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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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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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Torisei Takoyakushi Branch
鳥せゑ 蛸薬師店
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Nabe (hot pot)
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山田 雄大Yuta Yamada
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Mr. Yamada is a cheerful leader who welcomes guests with a joyful and light-hearted atmosphere.
Mr. Yamada was born in 1986 in Kyoto. His love of cooking led him to pursue a career as a chef. He has trained diligently to prepare different cuisines and manages the restaurant. His wide range of restaurant-related activities includes restaurant launches. He has worked in hotel and Japanese restaurants overseas as a server and cook, and he began working at the Torisei Main Branch in 2017. Since October 2020, he has been working at Torisei Takoyakushi Branch. With his cheerful personality, he is a reliable leader and has the firm trust of other staff members.
山田 雄大Yuta Yamada
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