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DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY Sendai

DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY 仙台

  • Sendai Station East Exit, Miyagi
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Pasta

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

Hokkaido Italian Mia Bocca Shinjuku Takashimaya Branch

北海道イタリアンミア・ボッカ新宿タカシマヤ店

  • Shinjuku-Sanchome, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Pasta

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

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

Charcoal grilled steak and wine obiobi

炭焼きステーキとワイン obiobi

  • Sannomiya, Hyogo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Italian

菅 徹Toru Suga

Heartfelt dishes presenting the best of ingredients.

[Charcoal grilled steak and wine obiobi] started with a desire to provide delicious food and a comfortable space with selective ingredients and friendly faces. The best of the ingredients, instead of surprise performance, is what [Charcoal grilled steak and wine obiobi] always strives to create.

菅 徹Toru Suga

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

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

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

uni Seafood

uni Seafood

  • Roppongi, Tokyo
  • Bar,Italian/French

國分 翔矢Shoya Kokubun 

Mr. Kokubun entered into the world, inspired by his father who was a chef.

He was born in 1993 in Tokyo. After obtaining a chef's and nutritionist's license at a technical college in Tokyo, he studied the basics of French for 4 years at Chez Matsuo Shoto Restaurant with a star 7 years in a row. After that, he trained at a multiethnic food restaurant, Restaurant KIHACHI, for 5 years, and established his own style of French-based cuisine. Since January 2023, he has been working as the chef of uni Seafood.

國分 翔矢Shoya Kokubun 

DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY Yokohama

DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY 横浜

  • Yokohama Station, Kanagawa
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Beer

Bogamari Cucina Marinara

ボガマリ・クチーナ・マリナーラ

  • Sendagaya, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Mediterranean / Seafood

平山 貴之Takayuki Hirayama

The Chef's Recommendations

Experience and skills presenting various Italian local seafood.

He was born in 1978 in Aomori Prefecture. Learning the basic at Ecole d'Art Culinaire de Miyagi, he built up his skills at western and Japanese style restaurants in Tokyo. From 2010 at [Il Figo Ingordo], he learned authentic skills from the chef. Experiencing Italian food in Italy, he became a chef at [Bogamari Cucina Marinara] when it opened in 2013. His broad experience satisfies various requests with flexibility.

平山 貴之Takayuki Hirayama

Osteria quinto

Osteria quinto

  • Ogikubo, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian

福間 透Toru Fukuma

His experience in changing French career to Italian cuisine became an advantage. 

Born in 1969 in Aomori Prefecture. After graduating from a senior high school, he entered a culinary school and specialized in French cuisine. He moved to Tokyo after the graduation and started working at a French restaurant. A few years later, he changed his French career to Italian cuisine when the restaurant he was working opened a new Italian restaurant. In 1999, he went to Italy and built up his experience at various starred restaurants such as [Romano] during his stay for 4 years. After returning to Japan, he worked at a super luxury resort hotel and became independent to open [osteria quinto] in 2009.

福間 透Toru Fukuma

Italian Restaurant Tavola D'oro

イタリア料理 ターヴォラ ドォーロ

  • Namba, Osaka
  • Italian,Italian/French / Pasta / European / Beer

栗岡 卓佐Takusuke Kurioka

Mr. Kurioka was fascinated by authentic Italian cuisine.

During his student days, he spent time abroad and was fascinated with authentic Italian cuisine, especially the dishes served in ristorantes. After returning to Japan, he studied culinary arts at the Tsuji Culinary Institute. Upon graduation, he honed his skills at Italian restaurants in Osaka, Nagoya, and Tokyo.

栗岡 卓佐Takusuke Kurioka

KINOE

KINOE

  • Ebisu, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / French / Italian / Wine

夏目 治樹Haruki Natsume

The Chef's Recommendations

Using techniques from Italy, France, and sometimes Japanese cuisine, Mr. Natsume brings out the best in ingredients.

He was born in Tokyo. In elementary school, he went to a teppanyaki restaurant with his family and was impressed by how cool and delicious the food was, which inspired him to pursue a career as a chef. After graduating from culinary school, he joined the Hilton Hotel and gained experience in various kitchens. He later worked at an Italian restaurant before becoming the chef at Tim's NY in Ebisu. Subsequently, he spent 15 years as the head chef at Ricos Kitchen, transforming it into a popular dining spot. In 2015, he opened KINOE, where he serves as the owner-chef. 

夏目 治樹Haruki Natsume

Bistro TOMO

ビストロ TOMO

  • Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
  • Bistro,Italian/French / General / Italian / Wine

木下 智晴Tomoharu Kinoshita

Became a chef after being approached by a friend's father.

Mr. Kinoshita was born in 1986 in Kanagawa. He has always loved fishing and started cooking the fish he caught when he was in first grade in elementary school. Later, while contemplating a career as a professional bowler, he was approached by his friend's father, who owned an Italian restaurant, which set him on the path to becoming a chef. After gaining experience at Italian and French restaurants such as Katsu's and Restaurant Ratatouille, he is currently working at Bistro TOMO.

木下 智晴Tomoharu Kinoshita

Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC Odaiba

Trattoria Pizzeria LOGIC お台場

  • Odaiba, Tokyo
  • Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Pizza

ESqUISSE

ESqUISSE

  • Ginza, Tokyo
  • French,Italian/French / French

リオネル・ベカLionel Beccat

The Chef's Recommendations

Came to Japan by order of his master, then to [ESqUISSE] after accumulating excellent careers.

He was born in 1976 in Corsica, France. He decided to be a chef after the age of 20 and started working at [Le Centrale], a brasserie of Michel Troisgros. After having training at other restaurants with stars, he became the second chef of [Maison Troisgros] at the age of 26. When [Cuisine [s] Michel Troigros] was opened in 2006, he was assigned by Mr. Michel Troigros to go to Japan as the chef. After working as the executive chef for 5 and half years, he moved to [ESqUISSE] in 2012.

リオネル・ベカLionel Beccat

GRAND HOURS TENJIN

GRAND HOURS 天神

  • Watanabe Dori, Fukuoka
  • French,Italian/French / French / Wine / Cocktail

上村 秀孝Hidetaka Uemura

Bringing out the best of the ingredients, Mr. Uemura charms the guests with a special moment.

He was born in 1981 in Fukuoka. In the more than 20 years of cooking since becoming a chef, he has met many ingredients and their producers and learned about the passion of the producers for their ingredients. They are constantly striving, through trial and error, to sublimate these ingredients into better dishes using their own skills and knowledge. As a chef, he stands as a bridge between customers, ingredients, and producers.

上村 秀孝Hidetaka Uemura

Recette

Recette

  • Shin-Kobe/Kitano, Hyogo
  • French,Italian/French / French / Wine

依田 英敏Hidetoshi Yoda

The Chef's Recommendations

Even the unique career, that he was a chef at an old-established eel restaurant, has become his strength.

He was born in 1960 in Osaka. He has a unique carrier as a French chef, as after graduating from a university, he first worked at an old-established eel restaurant with a 90-year history run by his parents, then entered the field of French cuisine. He had training under a French chef at [Le Pond Chel], and succeeded traditional French techniques where the ingredients are carefully and slowly cooked. After that training, he opened [Restaurant re.ci.pi] in 1992, then [Recette] in 2000.

依田 英敏Hidetoshi Yoda

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