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Tofu-ya
とうふや
- Ise, Mie
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Tofu Dishes
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千原 昌也Masaya Chihara
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His signature crafted tofu cuisine comes backed by years of Japanese culinary training.
He was born in 1969 and grew up in Mie Prefecture. During his childhood, he would catch fish on his own to cook with, which was the beginning of his culinary dreams of becoming a chef. After he graduated from high school, he went on to spend three years in Nagoya to gain experience at the restaurant Nadaman in the Tokyu Hotel. From there, he went back to his hometown in Ise to work with traditional Japanese cuisine at a restaurant named Katsuragawa. After three additional years of training, he went on to spend 10 years working at Sushi Kyu on the historic Okage Yokocho side street. At age 35, he joined Tofu-ya and eventually worked his way up to become a head chef. You can find him there today preparing a wide variety of tofu and other soy-based dishes.
千原 昌也Masaya Chihara
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Teppan Dining SEEKS
鉄板Dining SEEKS
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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坂野 稔Minoru Sakano
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Inspired by his father's cooking, Mr. Sakano has been devoted to his cooking career.
He was born in 1981 in Toyama. Influenced by the dishes his father cooked for him as a child, he naturally learned to cook because he began to cook for himself. Since working part-time in restaurants as a student, he has been pursuing a career in the food and beverage industry. Experienced working in a hotel kitchen and as a head chef at a kappo restaurant. Attracted by teppanyaki, which can be cheated, he opened his current restaurant.
坂野 稔Minoru Sakano
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Unagi no Masa
うなぎのまさ
- Kamihonmachi, Osaka
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake
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石黒 岳Gaku Ishiguro
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Mr. Ishiguro keeps challenging himself in new areas by focusing on what he wants to do.
He was born in 1998 in Osaka. Since his family owned a French restaurant, he was familiar with the work of a chef from childhood. Started his training at a Japanese restaurant. After that, he moved to a members-only sushi restaurant to further hone his skills. The decision was made to launch a restaurant specializing in eels at the same store, and he was given the responsibility for it. In September 2022, the restaurant opened as Unagi no Masa. As manager and chef, he is in charge of the restaurant. He is a qualified sommelier.
石黒 岳Gaku Ishiguro
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Itamae Yakiniku Ikko Sennichimae Branch
板前焼肉一光 千日前店
- Namba, Osaka
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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The skill acquired through years of experience in running a butcher shop. Never compromising on truly delicious meat.
He is from Hyogo. With a love for eating, he entered the culinary world from a hotel kitchen. After honing his skills at French restaurants in Ashiya and several yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurants, he desired to further explore high-quality meats. At the age of 30, he started running a butcher shop. He dedicated 15 years to selecting meat and sales. In 2018, by fate, he joined Itamae Yakiniku Ikko. Currently, he approaches the purchase of high-quality meat with a discerning eye and strives to make guests even more satisfied.
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Tenma Sakaba Sushikin
天満酒場 すし金
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Oden
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竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi
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Mr. Takechi provides many people a happy time with "deliciousness" created by his skills.
He was born in 1986 in Osaka. With a desire to please others, he decided to pursue a career in the culinary field, obtaining a cooking license while still in high school. His first job after culinary school was Italian, which is the opposite of sushi. After that, he experienced different types of food to learn more about different cuisines. He felt sushi was the simplest way to enjoy food, so he now works as a sushi chef.
竹地 輝昌Terumasa Takechi
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Takeya Gyuuniku-ten
竹屋牛肉店
- Tsu, Mie
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Horumon (offal meat) / Japanese Beef Steak
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竹谷 直記Naoki Takeya
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Mr. Takeya is the owner who continues to pursue Matsusaka beef, providing enjoyable moments of food and smiles.
He was born in 1976 in Mie. From a young age, he was familiar with the restaurant industry, including helping out at his older brother's yakiniku restaurant. In 2007, he opened Takeya Gyuuniku-ten. Hoping to "convey the true taste of Matsusaka beef," he decided, after repeated trial and error, to set its own standards for purchasing the beef. He believes that the appeal of yakiniku is that it is "fun" and considers not only the cooking area but also the conversation and atmosphere at the table to be important. As such, the restaurant delivers the deliciousness that supports this enjoyment to the visiting people.
竹谷 直記Naoki Takeya
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CHIKICHIKI Temma Branch
CHIKICHIKI 天満店
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Yakitori/Kushiyaki (grilled skewers),Japanese / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) / Wine
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大倉 祥幸Yoshiyuki Okura
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With a quiet passion and a wealth of experience, Mr. Okura offers a dish made with the utmost attention to "grilling."
He was born in 1985 in Okayama. A part-time job in a restaurant, which he began while still a student, defined his destiny. After graduation, he once found a job in another industry. Still, his passion for the restaurant industry never cooled, and he took up the challenge again. For ten years, he honed his skills at a major yakitori chain restaurant, gaining a wide range of experience in everything from serving to cooking. Currently, he works as a Yakishi (expert in grilling) at CHIKICHIKI Temma Branch. It is his greatest pleasure to hear his guests say, "I'd like another one," as he carefully grills skewers daily.
大倉 祥幸Yoshiyuki Okura
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Creo-ru Dotonbori Branch
くれおーる道頓堀店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Takoyaki (octopus balls)
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中原 伸浩Nobuhiro Nakahara
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Being told that the food he cooked was "delicious" was Mr. Nakahara's start.
He was born in 1973 in Toyama. In his part-time job as a student, he was told that the food he made was "delicious." That experience inspired him to decide to become a chef in the future. After graduating high school, he entered the culinary world and began training. He honed his skills at Ginza Aster and other yakiniku restaurants. He joined Creo-ru Corporation in 2012. Currently, he is working as a chef at Creo-ru Dotonbori Branch.
中原 伸浩Nobuhiro Nakahara
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Japanese Noodle Issunbousi
Japanese Noodle 一寸法師
- Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
- Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Miso Ramen (miso sauce ramen) / Shio Ramen (salt-flavored ramen)
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吉村 誠Makoto Yoshimura
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Mr. Yoshimura brings people together with hearty ramen.
He has always had a deep love for ramen and has continued his exploration of ingredients and techniques. With many years of experience, he cares about making each bowl of ramen with care. Paying attention not only to taste but also to presentation, he emphasizes beauty and delicacy. Now, he is at Japanese Noodle Issunbousi, which has the theme of "En-musubi," meaning to connect and nurture a good relationship.
吉村 誠Makoto Yoshimura
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Jukusei Horumon Yamagatagyu Sumibiyakiniku Ushigatari
熟成ホルモン・山形牛 炭火焼肉 牛語
- Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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津村 輝彦 Teruhiko Tsumura
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Mr. Tsumura continues to follow the path he believes in.
He was born in 1986 in Osaka. He has been engaged in the restaurant business from a part-time job and has worked diligently in the industry. Throughout his career, he had many opportunities to work at restaurants that mainly served meat. Since he had been a customer of Ushigatari, he had the chance to work there. Utilizing the customer service skills and knowledge of ingredients that he has developed over the years, he is now running the restaurant as the manager.
津村 輝彦 Teruhiko Tsumura
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Korean Restaurant Yuchun
焼肉冷麺ユッチャン
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle)
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安川 秀一Shuichi Yasukawa
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Mr. Yasukawa has been trained in Yakiniku his entire career. He is a professional meat cutter.
He was born in 1985 in Shimane. He has loved Yakiniku since he was a child. When deciding on a career path after graduating from high school, he chose to enter the restaurant industry because he wanted to entertain guests with the "finest Yakiniku." Gained experience at restaurants such as Korean Restaurant Renge and Ginmiya, learning how to recognize delicious meat, cut it, and serve it. In December 2020, he joined the restaurant as a chef at the same time as Yuchun opened in Kitashinchi.
安川 秀一Shuichi Yasukawa
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SH’UN Wine & Dine
ワイン＆ダイン「シュン」
- Namba, Osaka
- Kushiage/Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers),Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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森田 浩史Hirofumi Morita
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Mr. Morita became a head chef who prepares high-quality and delicious food to fulfill his dream as a student.
He was born in 1993 in Osaka. When he was a student, he was captivated by the sight of a chef working across the counter of a Kappo restaurant, and his dream from then on was to become a chef. He began his career in 2013 at Swissotel Nankai Osaka SH'UN Wine & Dine. After training at Steak Kappo Tsune-zune, he gained further experience by returning to his current workplace, SH'UN Wine & Dine, and since November 2024, he has displayed his skills as the restaurant's head chef.
森田 浩史Hirofumi Morita
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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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GION Yamaneko
GION 山根子
- Gion, Kyoto
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Sake
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泉 佳代子Kayoko Izumi
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Ms. Izumi is the owner who proposes unique pairings based on her deep knowledge of sake.
She was born in Kyoto. Fascinated by the depth of sake, with its various flavors and aromas, she entered the restaurant business. In 2023, she opened GION Yamaneko as an owner. Since she is a sake expert and used to manage a shochu bar, she has extensive knowledge of pairing with food. She is also a certified senior koji (rice molt) specialist and is familiar with fermented foods, koji foods, and beverages, which is why she is planning to make homemade doburoku (unrefined sake) and amazake (sweet rice drink) at the bar.
泉 佳代子Kayoko Izumi
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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
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菅 徹Toru Suga
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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
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Kanzenkoshitsu × Shun no syokuzai Nanchi Tempura Teppan NANIWA
完全個室×旬の素材 南地 天ぷら鉄板 菜庭 －NANIWA－
- Namba, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Japanese Beef Steak
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堀之内 一弘Kazuhiro Horinouchi
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Mr. Horinouchi is an artisan chef who fascinates many people with his beautiful dishes that tell the story of the ingredients.
He was born in 1966 in Osaka. At the age of 18, he started his career as a chef. He has continued honing his Japanese cuisine skills by studying at various famous restaurants in Osaka Prefecture. Since March 2024, as head chef at NANIWA, he has been serving dishes that bring out the full potential of the ingredients. He pays close attention not only to the taste but also to the appearance of his dishes, attracting many people with his seasonal presentation. He is a passionate chef who always brings enthusiasm and curiosity to his cooking.
堀之内 一弘Kazuhiro Horinouchi
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BONSAI1877
BONSAI1877
- Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pizza / Wine
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鳴嶋 喜永Yoshinori Narushima
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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
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J.S. BURGERS CAFE Kobe Harborland umie Branch
J.S. BURGERS CAFE神戸ハーバーランドumie店
- Harborland, Hyogo
- Hamburger,Western / Parfait / Sandwich / Hamburger
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平野 巡Jun Hirano
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On the world stage, Mr. Hirano is endlessly polishing up his skills and sensibilities as a chef.
He was born in 1978 in the United States. His career as a chef began at the famous French restaurant Pinot Provence in California. He has worked at the Tokyo American Club in Tokyo, Stella Maris, a one-star restaurant in France, and Chilli Padi, an ethnic restaurant in Australia. He also served as a chef for the U.S. Ambassador. He then opened the predecessor restaurant, STANDARD DELI, in 2000 and started J.S. BURGERS CAFE in 2007.
平野 巡Jun Hirano
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Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu
田原本 マルト醤油
- Kashihara, Nara
- Japanese,Japanese / General
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大田 雄也Yuya Ota
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Offering local gastronomy with ingredients from Nara and MARUTO soy sauce.
Mr. Ota was born in 1981 in Mie. Started his culinary career after graduating from university. With 10 years of cooking experience in Tokyo, he relocated to Nara. He has worked in Japanese cuisine and a café-restaurant using Nara Prefecture's ingredients. In 2021, he became the head chef at Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu. Every day, he goes to the farm to grow, harvest, and cook nearly 150 varieties of vegetables a year. He welcomes guests with dishes that make the most of MARUTO soy sauce and Nara's ingredients.
大田 雄也Yuya Ota
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Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Namba Dotonbori Branch
雌牛専門店 板前焼肉一牛 難波道頓堀店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Horumon (offal meat)
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尾形 陸Riku Ogata
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In his pursuit of wagyu beef's essence, Mr. Ogata provides guests with unrivaled flavors and experiences.
He was born in 1993 in Osaka. He was born in 1993 in Osaka. Since 2018, he has been the representative of 5 branches of Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu, specializing in "Japanese female beef," which is less fatty, light, and pleasant to eat. His policy is to not only provide delicious yakiniku but also value every detail of service. Taking great pride in providing service that makes customers smile before his eyes is the theme of his life; he always takes special care to make the restaurant and its customers happy.
尾形 陸Riku Ogata
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