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Bistro Sans Le Sou Bistrot Sans Le Sou Ogikubo, Tokyo French,Italian/French / French

金子　淑光Yoshimitsu Kaneko

Using the skills developed from his dedication to French cuisine to provide a satisfying experience for customers.

Born in Fukushima Prefecture in 1959. As the son of a family running a restaurant serving Japanese-style Western food, he dreamed of becoming a chef from an early age and moved to Tokyo at 20. Built a strong foundation in French cuisine through his experiences working at restaurants such as [Ueno Restaurant Kikuya], [Katsunuma-tei], and [Leau a la bouche]. Moved to France along with his wife, a cooking expert, at age 32, and worked at a number of famous establishments such as [Le Restaurant], a restaurant with two Michelin stars, to refine his technique. After returning to Japan, he opened [Sans Le Sou] in 1995.

金子　淑光Yoshimitsu Kaneko

Au Bord d'Eau Fukuoka オ・ボルドー・フクオカ Nishinakasu/Haruyoshi, Fukuoka French,Italian/French / General / French / Pasta

川野　誠児Seiji Kawano

A skilled chef with a passion for learning who constantly challenges himself.

Mr. Kawano was born in 1975 in Oita Prefecture. Inspired by his mother who worked as a chef, he entered the cooking industry at the age of 18. He learned French cooking techniques while training for over 10 years at the Fukuoka restaurant [Hananoki]. Since then, he has gained experience working as the head chef of the luxury Kagoshima resort, [Tenku no Mori], as well as at various restaurants in Tokyo. At [Au Bord d'Eau Fukuoka], he currently works with the restaurant's sommelier, Mr. Takeuchi, to develop cuisine that pairs well with Bordeaux wine. He also has a wealth of knowledge in topics such as yakuzen (Chinese medicinal cuisine), macrobiotic cooking, Japanese dashi (stock) culture, and nutrition.

川野　誠児Seiji Kawano

Bon. nu Bon.nu Hatsudai, Tokyo French,Italian/French / French / General / Steak

来栖　けいKei Kurusu

Turned from foodie to food communicator. Mr. Kurusu provides an inspiring culinary experience with sincere interactions.

He was born in 1979 in Saitama. He has eaten at over 20,000 restaurants and published a book on restaurants at the age of 25, which became widely known. Since then, he has appeared in numerous media as the "King of Gastronomy," but in 2009, he graduated as a "foodie," who eats and shares information. He is now focusing on training young chefs and developing the food and beverage industry. At Bon.nu, which opened in 2015 as the culmination of his efforts, he takes a sincere approach to the ingredients he uses. He continues to share the essence of "food" with the public by creating dishes that will remain in their memories.

来栖　けいKei Kurusu

DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY Sendai DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY 仙台 Sendai Station East Exit, Miyagi Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Pasta

Restaurant KEI レストランKEI Toyohashi, Aichi French,Italian/French / General / French / Wine

今里　武Takeshi Imazato

The Chef's Recommendations

Food has been a part of his life since childhood, which led him to a career in the culinary world

He was born in 1974 in Nagasaki Prefecture. His parents had a restaurant of their own during his childhood, which meant he was able to familiarize himself with cooking and see the importance of food from a young age. He wanted a job of his own that let him make food for people and truly capture their hearts with his creations, so he jumped right in to get his career started in the world of professional cooking. He got his foot in the door by getting a job at Huis Ten Bosch resort and then from there he went on to develop his skills further at L'Hotel de Hiei and a newly opened French restaurant in Umeda, Osaka. He came on as head chef at "Restaurant KEI" when the hotel opened in 2008 and then in 2014 he moved up to work as Hotel Arc Riche Toyohashi’s executive chef.

今里　武Takeshi Imazato

BONSAI1877 BONSAI1877 Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Wine

鳴嶋　喜永Yoshinori Narushima

Mr. Narushima offers exquisite dishes combined with experience in Italy and Kyoto's cuisine.

He was born in 1983 in Shizuoka and began his culinary career at 20. He spent three years training in Italy, honing his skills as a chef through the local food culture and among Italian chefs. Upon returning to Japan, he worked at a Japanese pizzeria. He is currently the chef and Primo Pizzaiolo at BONSAI1877, offering unique dishes crafted with expertise gained in Italy and high-quality ingredients sourced primarily from Kyoto.

鳴嶋　喜永Yoshinori Narushima

Nonna Nietta Nonna Nietta Tsukuba, Ibaraki Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Steak / Pasta

川村　憲二Kenji Kawamura

With "guest first" as the basis, Mr. Kawamura faces nature with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

He was born in 1978 in Ibaraki. A part-time job at an Italian restaurant, which he started as a college student, led him to become a chef. After working at a restaurant in Tokyo, he went alone to Italy to get to know the authentic taste. Trained for 6 years, he came back to Japan. He returned to his hometown and opened Nonna Nietta in March 2021. As a chef, he not only approaches ingredients with sincerity but also always thinks of his guests and ensures that they enjoy their time at the restaurant.

川村　憲二Kenji Kawamura

Osteria da K. [Kappa] Osteria da K.［Kappa］ Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta

礒貝　勝成Katsunari Isogai

The Chef's Recommendations

Various experience from famous Trattoria to a 3-star sushi restaurant.

He was born in 1976 in Tokyo. Influenced by his good cook mother, he liked cooking since he was a child. Deciding to [do what I want to do most] when choosing his future career, he entered a cooking school. After graduating from the school, he started working at [CHIANTI] in Itakura. Later, he moved to [Trattoria MIKITA], and became a chef at the main restaurant for 4 years. Building up sufficient experience, he travelled to Italy. Returning to Japan, he broadened his experience at [Sushi Yoshitake] he had some connections, and became a chef at [Osteria da K.(kappa)].

礒貝　勝成Katsunari Isogai

L'OMBELICO L’OMBELICO Shinjuku Station South Exit/Yoyogi, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Wine

千田　健治Kenji Chida

Mr. Chida aspires to be a chef who can move people through culinary creations.

He was born in 1984 in Iwate. The delicious dishes he enjoyed as a child at restaurants and the smiles of his family around the table were memorable and became the starting point for him to become a chef. During high school, he worked part-time at a restaurant, learning both the joys and challenges of cooking. After graduation, he left his hometown to take on new challenges. Upon moving to Tokyo, he gained much experience and continued to hone his skills. He is currently active at L'OMBELICO, which opened in September 2023.

千田　健治Kenji Chida

CARNEYA ANTICA OSTERIA カルネヤ Kagurazaka, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Steak / Wine

高山　いさ己Isami Takayama

The Chef's Recommendations

He has been surrounded by meats since he was born!

He was born as the 2nd son of a popular Japanese BBQ restaurant in Asakusa and grew up with Japanese BBQ 6 days a week. When he was 18, he dined at some 50 restaurants and approached [Chez Pavot Blanc] in Nishi Azabu with wonderful food and service, to start his culinary career. He further broadened his experience at [ENOTECA] and went to Italy in 2002. After he came back and worked as a chef at some restaurants in Tokyo, he opened [CARNEYA] in 2007.

高山　いさ己Isami Takayama

foujita foujita Fukushima/Noda, Osaka Italian,Italian/French / Soba (noodles) / General / Nabe (hot pot)

門野　倫也Michiya Kadono

The Chef's Recommendations

Mr. Kadono chose a way to work with her own skills through his experience with a part-time job in high school.

He was born in April 1973 in Hyogo. Experienced in the food and beverage industry as a part-time job in high school. He had been a salaried employee of a large company but quit because he wanted to work with his own skills. Having good seniors, he trained and studied Western cuisine, Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, and handmade soba (buckwheat noodles). Since 2014, he has been the head chef of the affiliated restaurant Fujino. Currently, he is also the head chef of foujita. While utilizing his French experience, he opens up new Japanese and Western cuisine.

門野　倫也Michiya Kadono

French Restaurant Mikuni Sapporo フレンチレストラン　ミクニサッポロ Sapporo Station, Hokkaido French,Italian/French / French / Wine

小川　主水Mondo Ogawa

Found his own direction after meeting with various famous chefs

Born in 1972 in Hiroshima. After graduating from high school, went to the Tsuji Culinary Institute. During training in the school's French branch, he and Chef Kinoshita of [Eau Gyaman de Tokio] were in the school at the same time. After graduating, he joined the [Shima Kanko Hotel] in Mie Prefecture. Here, he was colleagues with Chef Kishida of [Kantesansu]. After this, he was in the opening staff of the [Taiyuvan Robuchon], and then joined [Mikuni]. He has worked as a chef of [Mikuni Sapporo] for 12 years, since its opening.

小川　主水Mondo Ogawa

PIZZAHOUSE PIZZAHOUSE　ピザハウス Urasoe, Okinawa Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Steak

坂本　昭司Shoji Sakamoto

The Chef's Recommendations

He was brought up with home-grown vegetables, fruits, and rice, and always felt close to food

He was born in Saitama in 1960. He moved to Tokyo when he was 18 years old, after working part-time in a western style restaurant, he made up his mind to live as a chef. He was trained by chef Sakai of [La Rochelle] for 10 years beginning in 1987. On his days off, he deepened his knowledge of ingredients at a specialized butcher and Tsukiji fish market. During that time he had experienced as chef at the official residence of the Japanese ambassador as well as being in charge of catering for the Consulate General. In 1992 he started his training again under chef Sakai and in 2004 started working at [PIZZA HOUSE]. In 2015 he became the third head of the company, now he is playing an active role as an owner chef who both serves customers and develops new menus.

坂本　昭司Shoji Sakamoto

Installation Table ENSO L'asymetrie du calme Installation Table ENSO L’asymetrie du calme Korinbo/Katamachi, Ishikawa French,Italian/French / French / Wine

土井　誠Makoto Doi

The Chef's Recommendations

One-of-a-kind dishes combining Japanese and French elements in Kanazawa

Born in 1968 in Aichi, Doi started off his career in Japanese cuisine at the age of 20. He likes to delve deep into various aspects of cooking, such as ingredients, cooking techniques, serving dishes and decor, and trained in both Kansai and Kanto regions. He went on to work in the area of French cuisine, obtaining a job as a chef at a French restaurant in Ginza. He then worked as a chef for around 4 years in various countries, such as Switzerland, Scandinavia, and France, gaining knowledge on the local food. Upon returning to Japan, Doi opened his restaurant in Kanazawa, a region that offers the best in ingredients, producers, culture, and atmosphere. He dedicates himself to serving one-of-a-kind cuisine.

土井　誠Makoto Doi

Drammatico Drammatico Ogikubo, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian

重岡　中也Chuya Shigeoka

Steadily achieving his dreams through unshakeable conviction and efforts.

Born in Shizuoka Prefecture in 1979. Started working at [Drammatico] at age 19, and worked under Iron Chef Masahiko Kobe, the restaurant's head chef at that time. Became a trusted chef for the restaurant at just 21 years of age. Afterward, he took two trips to Italy to study the cuisine, and took over as the second owner and head chef at [Drammatico] after returning to Japan in 2007. In an elementary school essay, he wrote, "I want to be a chef at an Italian restaurant. I'll study abroad in Italy in my 20s, and have my own restaurant by the time I'm around 30." This dream has now become reality.

重岡　中也Chuya Shigeoka

Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC Odaiba Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC お台場 Odaiba, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Pizza

Wine Shokudo Hinomaru ワイン食堂　ヒノマル Susukino, Hokkaido Bar,Italian/French / French / Italian / Wine

中川　敬一Keiichi Nakagawa

Mr. Nakagawa wants to create moments where everyone gathers with smiles through his heartfelt cooking.

He was born in 1983 in Hokkaido. He trained for three years at a hotel in Sapporo, where he learned the fundamentals of cooking. Later, he gained experience in a creative wine restaurant and Western and Japanese izakaya (Japanese-style pub) of a franchise company. Inspired by his visit to the first Hinomaru restaurant in Sendai, he participated in the launch of the Wine Shokudo Hinomaru Kokono Susukino Branch and was appointed its manager.

中川　敬一Keiichi Nakagawa

SAKURA Roppongi SAKURA 六本木 Roppongi, Tokyo French,Italian/French / General / Omurice (omelet rice) / Wine

山本　柊磨Shuma Yamamoto

Chef of an authentic Western restaurant who has continued to hone his skills mainly in Italian.

Mr. Yamamoto was born in 1996 in Saitama. He began his interest in cooking in junior high school when he started making meals for it himself. He began to enjoy serving his family and being told how delicious it was. At 22 years old, after graduating from college, he started working at a restaurant a friend was recruiting for and studied mainly Italian cuisine. In September 2022, he moved from SAKURA Kabukicho to SAKURA Roppongi, where he serves as the chef.

山本　柊磨Shuma Yamamoto

Italiana Tavola D'oro Ginza Mitsukoshi Branch Italiana Tavola D'oro 銀座三越店 Ginza, Tokyo Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Pizza

小田切　大輔Daisuke Odagiri

Mr. Odagiri moves forward, sometimes stopping but starting forward again.

He was born in 1982 in Chiba. From his childhood, when he loved to cook, he considered a career as a chef. After gaining work experience, he obtained a cooking license. Invited by a senior colleague, he joined the present company. Then, he became extremely busy and retired from the front line for about two years. When he offered to return to work, the company was looking for a chef to launch Italiana Tavola D'oro Ginza Mitsukoshi Branch. Its best timing will allow him to be in charge of the restaurant from its opening in 2019. Currently, he is appointed as the head chef of Ginza Mitsukoshi branch and Osaka Takashimaya branch.

小田切　大輔Daisuke Odagiri

Ristorante TSUMU RistoranteTSUMU Tsukuba, Ibaraki Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

大井　健司Takeshi Oi

Mr. Oi wants to convey the good qualities of his hometown that he has learned by going outside the city and connecting them to revitalizing the local community.

He was born in 1984 in Ibaraki. Admiring his mother's excellent cooking skills, he became a chef. In 2013, he went to Italy to train at a famous restaurant. After returning to Japan, he continued to deepen his knowledge of various culinary genres and worked as a chef at renowned restaurants. Ristorante TSUMU, which opened in 2023, was the first restaurant in the southern part of the prefecture to be featured in "Gault&Millau" and has received high acclaim. He works hard every day to be the center of promoting the charms of the region.

大井　健司Takeshi Oi

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Bistro Sans Le Sou

Using the skills developed from his dedication to French cuisine to provide a satisfying experience for customers.

Au Bord d'Eau Fukuoka

A skilled chef with a passion for learning who constantly challenges himself.

Bon. nu

Turned from foodie to food communicator. Mr. Kurusu provides an inspiring culinary experience with sincere interactions.

DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY Sendai

Restaurant KEI

Food has been a part of his life since childhood, which led him to a career in the culinary world

BONSAI1877

Mr. Narushima offers exquisite dishes combined with experience in Italy and Kyoto's cuisine.

Nonna Nietta

With "guest first" as the basis, Mr. Kawamura faces nature with a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Osteria da K. [Kappa]

Various experience from famous Trattoria to a 3-star sushi restaurant.

L'OMBELICO

Mr. Chida aspires to be a chef who can move people through culinary creations.

CARNEYA ANTICA OSTERIA

He has been surrounded by meats since he was born!

foujita

Mr. Kadono chose a way to work with her own skills through his experience with a part-time job in high school.

French Restaurant Mikuni Sapporo

Found his own direction after meeting with various famous chefs

PIZZAHOUSE

He was brought up with home-grown vegetables, fruits, and rice, and always felt close to food

Installation Table ENSO L'asymetrie du calme

One-of-a-kind dishes combining Japanese and French elements in Kanazawa

Drammatico

Steadily achieving his dreams through unshakeable conviction and efforts.

Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC Odaiba

Wine Shokudo Hinomaru

Mr. Nakagawa wants to create moments where everyone gathers with smiles through his heartfelt cooking.

SAKURA Roppongi

Chef of an authentic Western restaurant who has continued to hone his skills mainly in Italian.

Italiana Tavola D'oro Ginza Mitsukoshi Branch

Mr. Odagiri moves forward, sometimes stopping but starting forward again.

Ristorante TSUMU

Mr. Oi wants to convey the good qualities of his hometown that he has learned by going outside the city and connecting them to revitalizing the local community.