Mr. Ueda thinks of his guests and delivers moments of joy.

He was born in 1973 in Aichi. After working part-time as a student, he chose to become a chef. He is currently working as a chef at Sakai, which inspired him to pursue a career in food and beverage. He coordinates excellent courses, which are derived from the selected ingredients of each day, to suit each guest without being restricted by the menu. Creating a restaurant where customers can enjoy more than just eating is important to him.

Challenging the world of eel cuisine with a new heart as a chef.

Mr. Kato was born in 1971 in Hokkaido. After graduating high school, he entered Tsuji Culinary Institute Osaka with a deep passion for cooking. Then, he trained at a restaurant in Kurashiki through the introduction of Mr. Tamura, the executive chef of Japanese cuisine at Hotel New Otani Osaka. At Foresta Hills in Toyota City, he met Mr. Mizogami, whom he looks up to as his mentor. After working at Nagoya Marriott Associa Hotel for 19 years, he moved to Unawa Izumi in August 2023. He currently serves as the restaurant's manager.

Received the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare Award and the Aichi Excellent Skilled Worker Award, "Master Craftsman of Aichi."

Head Chef of HILLS CLUB ANNEX SHIKIBUAN. Special Guest Lecturer at Aichi Cooking College. Practical Skills Instructor for Aichi Prefecture's Fugu (blowfish) Handling Examination.

Mr. Sugisaki is a professional chef who continues to carefully express Japanese traditions with a quietly burning passion.

He was born in 1970 in Gifu. Although he chose the path of a chef on the advice of a relative, he was drawn to it and pursued a career in Japanese cuisine. After training at a famous restaurant in Kyoto, he honed his skills and sensibility while working as a chef at numerous restaurants. His experience and solid skills were highly evaluated, and he became the head chef at Agu-buta-shabu Izakaya Hakuryu Nishiki. He is an artisan chef who carefully prepares each dish in a quiet manner. His hands produce superb cuisine, a harmony of Japanese tradition and modern sensibilities.

Pursuing sushi for 30 years.

Mr. Kanai was born in 1970 in Chiba. He trained for four years at a sushi restaurant in Aomori Prefecture and two years at a sushi restaurant in Miyagi Prefecture. Then, he entered his current restaurant, Irifune. As a sushi chef at the branch for 19 years, he has served delicious fish daily. 

Ms. Kanai brings her experience at a Sushi restaurant to Teppanyaki.

She gained ten years of training and experience in service and cooking at Sushi Irifune in Ito, Shizuoka. Later, she studied Teppanyaki and Western cuisine at Steak House Kanai Omuro-Kogen Branch. Her experience at the sushi restaurant has earned a reputation for her steaks and meat sushi, which are served with Amagi Wasabi from Amagi, Shizuoka Prefecture.

 

Trained in hotels and restaurants in Japan and three-star restaurants in France, Mr. Sawabe worked as a chef in various hotels and restaurants. In Japan's Hokuriku region, he has served at Kanazawa PREEMINENCE and Yoichi Sanso Auberge de Mikuni. Sympathizing with the concept of "A la ferme de Shinjiro," under the guidance of Mr. Shinjiro Imura, he creates French cuisine at traditional wooden townhouses in Kanazawa.

Experienced as manager of a high-end teppanyaki restaurant overseas. Returning to the restaurant industry with a passion for customer service.

Mr. Inoue was born in 1971 in Hyogo. During his junior high school years, he met an English teacher who had spent a lot of time abroad, which triggered his yearning to live abroad. At 20, he started working at a high-end teppanyaki restaurant in Germany and became the manager at 23. After returning to Japan, he took on a sales position in the wine industry but couldn't forget the appeal of working in the restaurant industry. In 2007, he joined Amiyaki Tei Co., Ltd. and gained experience as a manager in various locations. In January 2024, he was appointed as the manager of the Meieki Nishi branch of WAGYU YAKINIKU HYAKUMEIZAN and continues to work there.

Born and raised at the foot of Mt. Fuji, Mr. Yamada experienced from French cuisine in a three-star hotel to a casual izakaya pub.

He was born in 2003 in Yamanashi. Born and raised in Yamanakako Village at the foot of Mt. Fuji, he worked in a French restaurant in a three-star hotel for three years after graduating from high school. Since then, he has experienced not only high-end restaurants but also casual izakaya and has tried various genres of cuisine. Currently, he is a chef at Kaisen Dokoro Fuji.

Mr. Ishigaki is a chef who utilizes his overseas experience while maintaining meticulous hospitality.

He was born in 1974 in Fukuoka. Grew up watching his father, who was a chef. After joining a company specializing in Japanese cuisine, he worked in domestic branches and overseas establishments in places like Guam and Hong Kong. He learned English and Cantonese among local staff to give instructions as a manager. Even today, smooth communication is possible for ordering and daily conversation. In 2022, he joined Unagi Ryori Sandaime Unatou Nakagawa Main Branch Established in Showa 44 (1969). As a manager and cook, he organizes the restaurant.

Mr. Sakakima offers impressive dishes with the miracle of local ingredients. The taste of Gifu captivates the world.

Mr. Sakakima was born in 1988 in Tokyo. While living in Tokyo, he visited Gifu and decided to pursue a career in food after having a meal at Amiyaki-tei. After that, he moved to Gifu and trained at Amiyaki-tei, which he longed for. In 2019, he started a new challenge at Horutanya. In 2023, he moved to the current restaurant, Horutanya Sakae Branch, managing the restaurant as a restaurant manager.

His seasonal dishes bring a smile to your face. Mr. Kobayashi is a chef delivering heartwarming culinary experiences.

He was born in 1978 in Yamanashi. Since childhood, he has been interested in cooking and pursued becoming a chef, inspired by his admiration for the culinary world. Starting from local hotels in Yamanashi, he gained experience in various places. With a desire to cherish the relationships between people, he opened Irori. Pouring in the skills and passion cultivated through years of experience, he offers seasonal dishes that make the most of the season's ingredients. He diligently strives each day, welcoming visitors with a warm and friendly atmosphere, leaving smiles on their faces.

Ms. Sakamaoto is dedicated to cooking, constantly honing her skills, and pursuing the essence of Japanese cuisine.

From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and after graduating from high school, she joined Maruya Honten. While learning the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, she aimed to become an Unagi chef. She gained experience at most locations and became the head chef at the JR Nagoya Station branch. Leveraging her years of experience, she strives every day to further satisfy her guests.

Wants many customers to know about gourmet food in Kanazawa.

Mr. Ishida entered the restaurant industry, hoping to "work in a job where relationships between people help him." He aims to move all the visitor's hearts through heartwarming service and delicious food. In April 2023, he opened AMIYA. Making full use of fresh ingredients from Wajima and Okunoto, he offers dishes such as "Kanazawa Oden" that bring out the best of the region's charms.

Mr. Mozumi is a bartender and chef who handles flexible cocktail menus. 

He was born in 1974 in Nagano. His career as a bartender is over 30 years. A certified Master Bartender by the Hotel Barmen's Association, Japan (HBA). Finalist of the 32nd & 33rd HBA Original Cocktail Competition and Suntory The Cocktail Award 2023. He believes that cocktails are all about balance.

Aiming to be the best in the area in customer service and to be a friendly restaurant.

Mr. Nakane was born in 1989 in Shiga. Born and raised in Otsu City, the capital of Shiga, renowned for Japan's largest lake. He moved to Nagoya at 30 and gained experience in sales positions, acquiring the ability to sell products effectively. To make the most of such experience, he changed careers in the restaurant industry and joined the famous local restaurant Amiyakitei. After working as a manager at several locations, he became the manager of Higashi-betsuin branch in October 2022. He aims to have the best customer service in the area and to be the friendliest restaurant.

All of the experiences Mr. Gomi went through with pizza have led him to where he is today.

He was born in 1968 in Nagano. Initially, he worked as a pizza delivery staff member. Still, he was impressed by Neapolitan pizza made by professional pizza chefs in Italy and decided to be a pizza chef. After training, he has become one of the world's most respected pizza chef. Later, he honed his skills at specialty stores in Japan and also experienced mobile sales to connect with the needs of different regions. In 2015, he opened Pizza Verde Matsumoto as the culmination of his work. His whole experience with pizza has led him to become who he is today.

Mr. Morioka is a chef who carefully grills eels with passion and artisan skill.

He was born in 1968 in Aichi. A chef from a famous restaurant at the time often visited his parents' restaurant, and he became interested in cooking because of his admiration for the chef. Started his career as a chef in earnest at Atsuta Houraiken. After that, he studied at APA Hotel Nagoya Nishiki and was appointed head of the food and beverage department at Estate Takara Co., Ltd. He moved to  Sumiyaki Hitsumabushi Unagi Munagi with its opening in 2021. He is on the front line of grilling eel every day to master the technique further.

Mr. Miyazawa offers a blissful cup of sake in an extraordinary, high-quality space where one can relax from the bottom of one's heart.

He was born in 1977 in Tokyo. He became fascinated with bartending at his part-time job as a college student and aspired to become a bartender.  In 2003, he won the top prize in the Suntory Cocktail Award category, and in 2005 and 2007, he was a prize winner. In 2009, he won the Healing Cherry Cocktail Competition World Championship. Then, in 2010, he opened Bar Orchard Night in Awaji-cho, Kanda. In 2012, he established Orchard Night Inc. As of 2024, he manages 10 bars and is also working to promote non-alcoholic cocktails.