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Seiwasou

清和荘

  • Fushimi/Daigo, Kyoto
  • Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sake / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)

竹中 雄大Yudai Takenaka

Connecting history and the future. The fourth generation's challenge and progress with a passion for cooking.

Mr. Takenaka was born in 1994 in Kyoto. Born into a family that ran a restaurant, he grew up close to cooking from an early age. After graduating from university, he attended evening classes at culinary school to learn the basics of cooking while working at a fish market in the morning to learn practical skills so that he gained a profound understanding of ingredients. Following that, he honed his skills at prestigious restaurants such as the renowned inn Sumiya Ryokan in Kyoto and joined Seiwasou in 2022. He is a chef who leads a historic restaurant into the future, preserving tradition while fearlessly embracing new challenges.

竹中 雄大Yudai Takenaka

Kawachi Kamo-ryori Kamosho

河内鴨料理 鴨匠

  • Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
  • Japanese,Japanese / General / Duck / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

津村  佳彦Yoshihiko Tsumura

Mr. Tsumura has always led the industry as the 5th generation of Tsumura Honten, a pioneer in the duck business.

In 1870, Tsumura Honten was founded in Matsubara-shi, Osaka, as a business specializing in duck hatching. In 1983, Tsumura established an integrated production system from hatching to breeding and butchering, and in 2001, the company branded its duck production as "Kawachi Duck." Mr. Tsumura became chairman of the Osaka Prefecture Livestock Breeders' Association Challenge Group in 2012, further strengthening his presence in the industry. The ducks were used as an ingredient at the G20 Osaka Summit in 2019. He has continued to take on new challenges, including introducing frozen vending machines and completing a newly equipped chicken coop in 2022.

津村  佳彦Yoshihiko Tsumura

SUSHI-FUMI

鮨 ふみ

  • Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
  • Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

平谷 史郎Fumio Hiraya

Mr. Hiraya serves exquisite nigiri sushi with carefully selected seasonal ingredients and meticulous Edomae work.

He was born in 1977 in Osaka. After graduating from culinary school, he started his training as a sushi chef at the long-established Fukukizushi Nihonbashi Main Branch in Osaka. For eight years, he studied the meticulous handcrafting of Edomae-zushi at this restaurant, which originated in Yanagibashi, Tokyo. He then studied at Sushi Noguchi in Kitashinchi and opened his restaurant, SUSHI-FUMI, in Fukushima in the fall of 2015. His meticulous and time-consuming work conveys the authentic taste and spirit of Edomae sushi. As a sake connoisseur, he has a reputation for selecting sake brands and his ability to heat sake at the right time.

平谷 史郎Fumio Hiraya

Wai Labo

湧Labo

  • Ikuno/Hirano, Osaka
  • Innovative/Fusion,Sosaku (creative) / Japanese Beef Steak / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Italian

森 康晴Yasuharu Mori

Mr. Mori is an experienced head chef; the food explorer offers a one-of-a-kind taste experience.

He was born in 1981 in Osaka. Although he was a picky eater from an early age, it actually enhanced his interest in cooking. After working part-time at a teppanyaki restaurant, he gained experience in a hotel kitchen. He learned the basics of Italian cuisine under one-on-one training from a master chef. In addition, he acquired Japanese cuisine skills on his own. From his experience working in a butcher store, he is also a great meat connoisseur and very particular about his purchases. His insatiable passion for cooking has led him to prepare dishes that attract many people.

森 康晴Yasuharu Mori

Sushi Mahoroba

寿司まほろば

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Sushi,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Sake

村上 勝浩Katsuhiro Murakami

Master of sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine. Renowned for expert sushi making and refined hospitality.

Mr. Murakami was born in 1961 in Shiga and is the head chef of Sushi Mahoroba. He began his culinary career at a Japanese restaurant in Shiga, where he honed his skills in Japanese cuisine before moving on to sushi. Following his studies at sushi restaurants in Shiga, Kyoto, and Tokyo, he learned the techniques and taste of Edo-mae sushi at a famous sushi restaurant in Tokyo. Then, he moved to Osaka, the capital of food, and worked at a sushi restaurant in the Minami district. Recognized for his talent, he assumed his current position when the restaurant opened in September 2023. He serves guests from Japan and abroad with his experience and skill regarding ingredients from various regions of Japan, as well as his friendly and warm hospitality.

村上 勝浩Katsuhiro Murakami

Common Well

Common Well

  • Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
  • Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Steak / Coffee / Hamburger

津田 親彦Chikahiko Tsuda

At 18, Mr. Tsuda began his culinary career and has continued to hone his skills with single-minded devotion.

He was born in 1979 in Kyoto. Originally interested in food, he started his career at the famous French restaurant Manyoken after graduating high school. Then, he gained experience at a hotel wedding hall, a teppanyaki restaurant, and a restaurant in town. He is currently working at Common Well.

津田 親彦Chikahiko Tsuda

Hareya Bettei

はれや 別邸

  • Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
  • Japanese,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Crab / Sake

寺田 竜之進Ryunoshin Terada

Carefully prepared fresh seafood from Hokuriku, recreated in Kitashinchi.

Mr. Terada was born in Fukuoka prefecture and has honed his craft in many places. He has experience as an apprentice to a famous chef. His severe and honest personality is the foundation of his career. He carefully makes tofu by hand, takes great care in selecting seasonings, and spends extra effort on miso and soy sauce, all to create original flavors that can only be tasted at his restaurant. He handles the finest seafood from the seas of Hokuriku with expert skills to recreate the flavors of Fukui in Kitashinchi. He serves food tailored to diners' preferences upon request.

寺田 竜之進Ryunoshin Terada

Sake and Japanese cuisine Hokkori Kyoto Kiyamachi Main Store

酒ト和食ほっこり京都木屋町本店

  • Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
  • Japanese,Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood

富山 梓Azusa Tomiyama

Mr. Tomiyama makes cuisine that is loved by many and continues to grow professionally.

He was born in 1998 in Kagoshima. He loves to cook and enjoys eating delicious food. Wanting to bring joy to people through cooking, he wished to eventually own his restaurant. As he gained experience as a chef, he came across Hokkori and joined the restaurant.

富山 梓Azusa Tomiyama

cafe&bar YOKACHORO

cafe&bar YOKACHORO

  • Tanba/Kinosaki, Hyogo
  • Dining Bar,Dining bar / General / Cake / Wine

角田 大和Yamato Tsunoda

Using ingredients from Awaji Island and Sasayama, Mr. Tsunoda offers dishes rooted in the local community.

He was born in 1988 in Hiroshima. His involvement in the food and beverage industry began when he worked at a restaurant in the Kanto region that served naturally grown vegetables. At the same restaurant, he gained a wealth of experience in everything from food distribution to restaurant operations. By chance, he moved to Tamba-shi, Hyogo. He owned a farm, served as head chef at a restaurant, and later became independent. Due to a series of events, including the Corona disaster and the relocation of his base to Awaji Island, he temporarily closed his restaurant. In March 2024, he opened "cafe&bar YOKACHORO" at a new location.

角田 大和Yamato Tsunoda

The New World

ザ・ニューワールド

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / Cookshop / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / General

鳥羽 周作Shusaku Toba

The Chef's Recommendations

The owner-chef of The New World.

Mr. Toba was born in 1978 in Saitama Prefecture. He has a unique background, having quit his job as a J-League trainee and worked as an elementary school teacher before entering the world of chefs at 32. He trained for 3 years at DIRITTO in Kagurazaka, 2 years at Florilege in Aoyama, and 2 years as a sous chef at Aria di Tacubo in Ebisu before becoming the chef at Gris in Yoyogi Uehara in March 2016. He then became the owner-chef of the same restaurant, which reopened as sio in July 2018.

鳥羽 周作Shusaku Toba

Kuroge Wagyu Dining YO-U

黒毛和牛ダイニング 様 (YO−U)

  • Osakananko (Osaka South Port), Osaka
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)

黒崎 次郎Jiro Kurosaki

The Chef's Recommendations

From learning the ropes of the trade to realizing his dream of running his own restaurant...

Born in Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture. From the age of 14, he nurtured a dream of running his own business, and started taking steps towards achieving that dream. After studying at the Tsuji Gakuen School of Culinary Arts, he learned French cuisine hands-on in the kitchens of the Hotel Plaza. After this, he decided to further his training by studying French cooking in France. Returning to Japan and to his roots, he set off, at 27 years of age, to work in a creative Japanese restaurant interweaving French and traditional Japanese cuisine. At the age of 30, after working as a chef for three years, he started his own business, focusing mainly on sales management for 5 years to further hone his business know-how and skills. At the same time, he continued working as an assistant chef, and opened the Kuroge Wagyu Dining restaurant in Ashiya, which moved to its current location in 2006.

黒崎 次郎Jiro Kurosaki

Kappo Sakaba Miotsukushi Tennoji Branch 

割烹酒場 みおつくし 天王寺店

  • Tennoji/Abenobashi, Osaka
  • Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Nabe (hot pot)

田村 知之Tomoyuki Tamura

Fascinated by delicious food, Mr. Tamura aspired to become a chef who could cook his own dishes.

He was born in 1993 in Osaka. He experienced a part-time job in a restaurant as a student, which sparked his interest in cooking. Started his professional career as a chef at Hanagoyomi in Swissôtel. After that, he moved to Kappo Ajisai and further honed his skills. In July 2022, he was offered a position at Miotsukushi Tennoji Branch and became the head chef.

田村 知之Tomoyuki Tamura

Niku Kappo ASATSUYU

肉割烹 ASATSUYU

  • Yotsubashi/Shinmachi/Horie, Osaka
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine

西尾 佳則Yoshinori Nishio

Mr. Nishio serves an inspiring dining experience through various meat dishes that resonate with all the senses.

He was born in 1986 in Osaka. The manager of ASATSUYU. He found joy and satisfaction in bringing happiness, surprise, and excitement through food, leading him to the food and beverage industry. Started his career at a Japanese restaurant in Osaka and gained experience at a game meat restaurant. In 2021, he was appointed to his current position when the current restaurant was founded. In the lively atmosphere of the counter kappo restaurant, he works closely with a skilled head chef and devotes himself to providing hospitality by offering a wide variety of meats at their best. His attention to detail is also highly regarded.

西尾 佳則Yoshinori Nishio

Yakiniku House Tarareba

焼肉はうす たられば

  • Nishinakajima-Minamigata, Osaka
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean

永久 潤Jun Nagahisa

Valuing the customer's point of view, Mr. Nagahisa aims to create a restaurant that provides satisfaction regardless of the occasion.

He was born in Hiroshima. During his 15 years of experience in restaurants in the Osaka area, he has worked mainly in yakiniku restaurants but also Italian restaurants. Through food, he has entertained many people. He currently works as a staff member at Yakiniku House Tarareba. Always keeping the customer's point of view in mind, he strives to create a restaurant that satisfies everyone regardless of the occasion, whether one person, family, or friends.

永久 潤Jun Nagahisa

Syokudoen Soemon-cho Main Branch

食道園 宗右衛門町本店

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak

黒木 幸喜Kouki Kuroki

Mr. Kuroki continues to challenge the fusion of tradition and innovation in the birthplace of yakiniku.

He was born in 1967 in Miyazaki. After graduating high school, he joined Shokudoen Co., Ltd. and trained in various branches. By the age of 26, he had become the head chef. Subsequently, he served as the head chef and manager at multiple locations. Three years ago, he was appointed executive chef of Shokudoen. Since then, he has been constantly pursuing new "Yakiniku" with innovative ideas and seasonal ingredients while respecting the tradition since the restaurant's establishment in 1946.

黒木 幸喜Kouki Kuroki

Kyoto Style Teppan Hasegawa

京風鉄板 はせ川

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Japanese Beef Steak / Wine

肥後 悟 氏Satoru Higo

The Chef's Recommendations

Bringing the Style of Kyoto-Style Teppanyaki Hasegawa to Shinsaibashi

Satoru Higo is a chef who started his culinary journey with Western cuisine and later discovered teppanyaki. After working as the manager and head chef at a steakhouse in Kitashinchi, he assumed the position of head chef at Kyoto-style Teppanyaki Hasegawa in Shinsaibashi in February 2022.

肥後 悟 氏Satoru Higo

Shinsaibashi Steak

心斎橋ステーキ

  • Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
  • Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak

秦 幸治Koji Hata

With a passion for cooking, Mr. Hata decided to pursue a career in the culinary field and opened his restaurant after waiting with full preparation.

He was born in 1966 in Fukuoka. Having loved cooking since school, he started working for a telecommunications company, but his passion for cooking was so strong that he jumped into a Japanese restaurant in Fukuoka Prefecture, where he trained for seven years. He then trained for four years at a Japanese restaurant in Tokyo, where he served as sous chef. After working as a sous chef at a teppanyaki restaurant in Tokyo and as a manager at a teppanyaki restaurant in Osaka, he opened his own teppanyaki restaurant, Oh! My Steak in Osaka.  In 2024, he opened the second restaurant, Shinsaibashi Steak.

秦 幸治Koji Hata

Kyoto Yakiniku-dokoro Kihara

京都焼肉処きはら

  • Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto
  • Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean

木原 大輔Daisuke Kihara

Offering high-quality meat and smiles with the theme of "Feast and Special Feeling."

Mr. Kihara was born in Kyoto in 1982. He spent over 6 years honing his skills and knowledge in various establishments, including international cuisine restaurants and izakayas, while living away from his hometown in Tokyo. Inspired by a friend's words, he returned to Kyoto to pursue his dream of owning his own restaurant. He took over and reopened a long-standing yakiniku restaurant with nearly 30 years of tradition. Although he struggled daily with the unfamiliar yakiniku business at first, he now believes that Kihara's unique flavors and ambiance have taken root, earning the love of the local community.

木原 大輔Daisuke Kihara

Kyoto Senryou

京都千両

  • Kyoto Station, Kyoto
  • Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)

大森 三夫Mitsuo Omori

Mr. Omori continues to work diligently with each piece of Sushi to bring joy to his guests.

He was born in 1965 in Tochigi. Feeling the satisfaction and joy of making people happy through cooking, he decided to become a chef to bring smiles to many people's faces. After training at an izakaya (Japanese-style bar) and a Sushi restaurant, he acquired solid skills and developed a passion for bringing out the best ingredients. He is currently working as a chef at Kyoto Sen-ryo, which opened in front of Kyoto Station on September 13, 2024. He has a deep love for Sushi, and the thought that goes into every single piece of Sushi brings a smile to the faces of the guests.

大森 三夫Mitsuo Omori

Feliz-malto

Feliz-團斗 Malto

  • Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto
  • Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)

田島 啓史Hiroshi Tajima

Mr. Tajima draws on his experience at a renowned Japanese restaurant to offer seasonal dishes using miso from all over the country.

Mr. Tajima was born in 1981 in Kyoto. Loves to cook, so he naturally wanted to become a chef. Began training at the age of 20 at a renowned restaurant in Arashiyama that offers a fusion of Kyoto cuisine and French courses. For 6 years, he studied single-mindedly and gained further experience in creative Japanese restaurants and Izakaya (Japanese-style pubs). He joined the company in February 2018 when a person he worked with at the creative Japanese restaurant launched TD-MOVE Inc. and invited him to join the company. He has worked as the head chef at Feliz-malto since March 2018.

田島 啓史Hiroshi Tajima

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