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Au Bord d'Eau Fukuoka
オ・ボルドー・フクオカ
- Nishinakasu/Haruyoshi, Fukuoka
- French,Italian/French / General / French / Pasta
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川野 誠児Seiji Kawano
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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
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Shozan
Shozan
- Sendai City, Miyagi
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine / Sake
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八島 保Tamotsu Yashima
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Mr. Yashima fascinates guests with seasonal delicacies based on French cuisine paired with various fine wines.
He was born in 1979 in Fukushima. Having loved cooking since childhood, he decided to pursue a professional career. After graduating from Ecole d'Art Culinaire de Miyagi, he began his professional training at Shozankan. At this banquet facility, he acquired various culinary skills and techniques focusing on French and Italian cuisine. Then he worked as a sous-chef atRistorante Padrino del Shozan in it. In 2023, he was appointed as the head chef of Shozan, which opened following the charm of the same restaurant. He collaborates with Mr. Monma, a sommelier from the Shozankan era, to create fascinating pairings.
八島 保Tamotsu Yashima
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PIZZAHOUSE
PIZZAHOUSE ピザハウス
- Urasoe, Okinawa
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Steak
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坂本 昭司Shoji Sakamoto
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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
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YOSHIKI FUJI
YOSHIKI FUJI
- Hitachi/Hitachiota, Ibaraki
- French,Italian/French / French / Spanish / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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藤 良樹Yoshiki Fuji
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Mr. Fuji is an ever-evolving French chef on a new gastronomic stage.
He was born in 1980 in Ibaraki. Admiring his father, who was a chef, he entered a culinary school. After studying at restaurants in Tokyo and Kanagawa, he eventually took over the renowned restaurant Sessonan in 2014. In pursuit of further evolution, he went to the Basque Country in Spain, a city of gastronomy. Through learning from master chefs, he realized the importance of improving his self-expression. In May 2024, he opened YOSHIKI FUJI. His cuisine, full of originality, continues to attract many people.
藤 良樹Yoshiki Fuji
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Le Ciel
Le Ciel
- Kunitachi, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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荻原 哲哉Tetsuya Ogiwara
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Various experiences at Japanese or Italian food, hotel and famous restaurants supporting his culinary base
Born in 1979 in Saitama Prefecture. After graduating from a senior high school, he entered a resort hotel [XIV] by Yamanaka Lake. He was originally a service staff, but started a culinary career when he was 20 with admiration for the chef he met there. After working at a restaurant in Atami for 1 year, he moved to Tokyo, and worked at [Ristorante kappas] in Aoyama and other places. He built up further experience at [Auberge Ren] in Hakone for 3 years, at [L'EMBELLIER] in Minami Aoyama for 1 year, and was invited by the owner Mr. Hirata, who used to work at [Ginza L'ecrin] and [AMOUR], to be a chef of [Le Ciel].
荻原 哲哉Tetsuya Ogiwara
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Ristorante Kurodino
リストランテ クロディーノ
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta
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丸山 孝一Koichi Maruyama
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The dream of a boy who liked cooking has come true after working in the kitchen of a renowned restaurant.
He was born in 1975 in Saitama. As he liked cooking since he was an elementary school student, when he became a high school student he started working part time at a cake shop, while belonging to a Judo club. He decided to be an Italian chef by recommendation of the cake shop owner, and entered a cooking school. In 1995, he entered the company [ENOTECA PINCHIORRI TOKYO]. After working their main branch in Florence as a patissier, he worked at Tokyo branch as the sous-chef for 5 years from 2005. His stylish dishes bring out the original tastes of the ingredients.
丸山 孝一Koichi Maruyama
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LATURE
ラチュレ（LATURE）
- Shibuya East Exit/Miyamasuzaka, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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室田 拓人Takuto Murota
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Hunting, cultivating, and then producing dishes. Mr. Murota's French cuisine reflects Japan's four seasons and climate.
He was born in 1982 in Chiba. After honing his skills at the renowned French restaurant Tateru Yoshino, he served as head chef at deco in Shibuya. He also obtained a hunting license to deepen his expertise in game cuisine. In 2016, he became independent by opening LATURE. Since 2017, LATURE has maintained a Michelin one-star rating for eight consecutive years and has also been awarded the Michelin Green Star for its commitment to sustainable gastronomy. In 2020, he began cultivating vegetables on the restaurant's own farm, further enhancing the depth and authenticity of his cuisine. Through his dishes, he captivates both domestic and international guests with the richness of Japan's natural environment.
室田 拓人Takuto Murota
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Recette
Recette
- Shin-Kobe/Kitano, Hyogo
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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依田 英敏Hidetoshi Yoda
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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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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
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小川 主水Mondo Ogawa
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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
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Restaurant Cote D'or
レストラン コートドール
- Maruyama Park, Hokkaido
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine / General
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藤谷 圭介Keisuke Fujiya
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Enjoyed reading cookbooks ever since he was a child
Born in 1983 in Esashi town, Hokkaido. Grew up in a fisherman's household, and has been preparing fish and loving cooking since childhood. Went to culinary school after graduating from high school, and entered the world of French cuisine. Trained in well-established restaurants such as [Apisius] and [Le Bouchon], and then travelled to France. Conducted apprenticeships in Paris and Monaco, and worked in Sapporo restaurants after returning home. Currently, he is working as the third chef of this restaurant.
藤谷 圭介Keisuke Fujiya
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Ristorante ACQUA PAZZA
リストランテ アクアパッツァ
- Gaienmae/Aoyama-Itchome, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian
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日髙 良実Yoshimi Hidaka
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A pioneer who went to Italy to introduce Italian cuisine to Japan.
Born in Hyogo Prefecture in 1957. After training at [Alain Chapel], a French restaurant inside Kobe Portopia Hotel, he decided to work towards mastering Italian cuisine. He was one of the first people to go to Italy with the aim of studying Italian cuisine. Throughout his three years of study, he came to realize that the charm of Italian cuisine lies in regional foods. With this in mind, he studied at 14 different restaurants all across the country. In 1990, he opened this restaurant, naming it after the dish that impressed him the most during his studies.
日髙 良実Yoshimi Hidaka
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DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY Sendai
DUMBO PIZZA FACTORY 仙台
- Sendai Station East Exit, Miyagi
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Pasta
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Nonna Nietta
Nonna Nietta
- Tsukuba, Ibaraki
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Steak / Pasta
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川村 憲二Kenji Kawamura
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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
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Bistro TOMO
ビストロ TOMO
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Bistro,Italian/French / General / Italian / Wine
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木下 智晴Tomoharu Kinoshita
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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
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GARDEN HOUSE HIROSHIMA
GARDEN HOUSE HIROSHIMA
- Kamiyacho/Motomachi, Hiroshima
- Italian,Italian/French / Pizza / Beer / Steak
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橋本 真吾Shingo Hashimoto
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A chef who is particular about ingredients and brings out the best of them through simple cooking.
Mr. Hashimoto was born in 1983 in Hiroshima. His love of eating led him to a culinary career, and he became a chef at 24. After studying at Italian and French restaurants in Tokyo, he opened GARDEN HOUSE HIROSHIMA in August 2024. He is especially good at cooking with vegetables and is particular about using high-quality ingredients. Desiring to serve dishes that make the most of the ingredients' flavor, such as fresh local vegetables and seafood, he is a chef who creates simple but meticulously prepared dishes.
橋本 真吾Shingo Hashimoto
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il Cardinale
il Cardinale
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta / Wine
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菊地 将太Syota Kikuchi
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Mr. Kikuchi offers authentic Italian cuisine that not only focuses on taste but also on the presentation of each dish.
He was born in 1992. During high school, he worked part-time at a local Italian restaurant, and there he discovered the joy of cooking. After graduating high school, he attended a two-year cooking school. Then, through a friend's referral, he started working at Miyoshi Corporation's group company, Cardinal Co., Ltd. After that, he worked at "Sabatini at Daimaru Tokyo" and learned the foundations of Italian cuisine there. In 2020, he moved to the sister restaurant "il Cardinali Ginza" as a chef, and three years later, he became the head chef. While carrying on the flavor of "il Cardinale Ginza main branch", he wants to create his own unique dishes.
菊地 将太Syota Kikuchi
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arkua
arkua
- Kokubuncho/Ichibancho, Miyagi
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine
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渡邊 政也Masaya Watanabe
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A chef who creates playful dishes while utilizing French techniques.
Mr. Watanabe was born in 1986 in Miyagi. When he was 19 years old, he met a French chef, which led him to the culinary world. He honed his skills in the kitchen of a members-only hotel and later served as a sous chef at the Michelin one-star restaurant nacree. After that, he established various restaurants, including a wine bar and a restaurant specializing in curry, and opened arkua in January 2022.
渡邊 政也Masaya Watanabe
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LIEN
LIEN
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- French,Italian/French / French / Seafood / Wine
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堀 裕大Yudai Hori
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The owner-sommelier carefully selects wines and dishes in blissful harmony.
Mr. Hori was born in 1983 in Wakayama. In high school, he became interested in the food and beverage industry because he liked to eat delicious food. Starting training at a dining bar in Umeda, Osaka, he learned many things, including serving as a waiter. He especially explored wine and obtained a sommelier certificate in 2009. In 2014, he opened his own restaurant and gained popularity. In 2024, the restaurant moved to its current location. With its unchanged flavor, it has been well received by customers who enjoy relaxing in a more elegant space than ever before.
堀 裕大Yudai Hori
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Crony
Crony（クローニー）
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French
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春田 理宏Michihiro Haruta
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Up-and-coming chef with reliable skills to sublimate his cutting-edge sense into fine dishes.
He was born in 1987. After graduating from the culinary department in a high school, he started working for a hotel in Fukuoka. At the age of 20, he went to France to have training in Alsace, Perigord, and Province, then worked for [Ledoyen], a restaurant with 3 stars in Paris. After coming back to Japan, he worked for [Quintessence], a restaurant with 3 stars in Tokyo. Then he got interested in Northern European cuisine that started becoming popular, so he went to the Northen Europe to accumulated further experiences at [KADEAU], a restaurant with 1 star in Denmark and [MAAEMO], a restaurant with 2 stars in Norway. After coming back to Japan, he worked as a chef at [Tirpse] and contributed to them to receive 1 star. Since December 2016 he has been a chef at [Crony].
春田 理宏Michihiro Haruta
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BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE
BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE
- Kamakura/Zushi, Kanagawa
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Pasta / Pizza / General
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滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi
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Mr. Takiguchi wants to deliver dishes that bring out the best of the ingredients by getting to know the producers himself.
He was born in 1981 in Tokyo. At his part-time job at a restaurant that he started in high school, the chef liked his work performance so much that he let him work in the kitchen. Realizing the joy of cooking, after graduation, he studied hard as a chef at various restaurants in Tokyo, including French restaurants. Thinking he wanted to work at a more minimal distance, he encountered BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE, a restaurant based on the concept of local production for local consumption. In July 2023, he was appointed as chef there. He draws out the flavors of the ingredients while using various techniques.
滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi
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