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Izakaya Yoshitsune Sakai Branch
居酒屋義経 堺店
- Sakai, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Nabe (hot pot)
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吉田 幸司Kouji Yoshida
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Mr. Yoshida, the restaurant manager, says "service comes first" because of his unique spirit of hospitality.
He was born in 1976 in Osaka. Born and raised in Sakai. He started his culinary career at 18, taking over Yoshitsune from his father, Mr. Yoshio Yoshida. Under the former head chef, he learned what Japanese cuisine is all about. With that know-how, he has created a restaurant that always puts service first based on his unique spirit of hospitality. He loves fishing and sometimes serves fish he catches himself, such as scabbard fish and Senshu octopus. He is a cheerful manager who says, "All I have to offer is a smile!"
吉田 幸司Kouji Yoshida
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Itamae Yakiniku Ikko Sennichimae Branch
板前焼肉一光 千日前店
- Namba, Osaka
- Yakiniku (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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Kushi-no-Bo Sky Bld. branch
串の坊 スカイビル店
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers)
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西村 良平Ryohei Nishimura
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He has been working exclusively at [Kushi-no-Bo] as he first started as part-time worker, to become a real professional chef of deep-fried skewers.
He was born in 1973 in Hyogo prefecture. When he worked part-time at [Kushi-no-Bo] in Kitashinchi, he found the joy of cooking, and became a full-time employee to be a [real professional chef of deep-fried skewers]. He has been working for more than 20 years exclusively for cooking [deep-fried skewers] using seasonal ingredients, currently as a chef and the manager. He carefully prepares skewers one by one focusing on making a good balance between the ingredient and batter, while keeping the oil fresh for frying skewers. He keeps offering just-cooked hot skewers fried with exquisite timing to bring out the original savory taste of the ingredients with a crispy texture.
西村 良平Ryohei Nishimura
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Yakiniku Tamanoya
やきにく 玉乃屋
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Wine
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佐藤 優花Yuuka Sato
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Ms. Sato provides the finest Japanese beef and space to let customers enjoy delicious meat to the fullest.
Ms. Sato was born in 1991 in Shimane, the restaurant manager of Yakiniku Tamanoya. Started her career in the food industry because of her passion for providing a sense of joy and relaxation through food. After initially working for a company in Osaka, she switched to the restaurant business to fulfill her desire to provide an exceptional dining experience. Since taking on the manager role at Yakiniku Tamanoya in 2021, she meticulously ensures the meat's quality daily. She is dedicated to providing the best service possible, allowing her guests to enjoy the finest quality meat with utmost satisfaction. Her attentive and warm hospitality has evoked rave reviews.
佐藤 優花Yuuka Sato
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Unagi Jinta
うなぎじん田
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Unagi (eel)
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甚田 國晴Kuniharu Jinta
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Keeps the traditional taste of the old-established unagi (eel) restaurant passed down from grandfather and father.
He was born in 1972 in Osaka. Though his grandfather wanted him to succeed the old-established restaurant [Daimi] that was founded in 1912, he rebelled against it and went to the US to enter a university. In the US, though, he realized the wonderful parts of Japan and his family business and decided to succeed the restaurant. Unfortunately the restaurant was closed down due to financial difficulties, so he restarted from wholesaling eels in a small space at a fish shop. This business went well and was able to expand to have its own eel shop. In 2016, he finally opened [Unagi Jinta] on the second floor of the eel shop. He is currently keeping the traditional taste of his family based on the recipe of his grandfather and father.
甚田 國晴Kuniharu Jinta
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Hibikorenikujitsu
日々是肉日
- Yodoyabashi, Osaka
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Sousaku Sushi (creative sushi) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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新宅 裕之Hiroyuki Shintaku
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A chef who entertains guests with his specialty and thoughtful service.
Mr. Shintaku was born in 1984 in Hyogo. When he was 20, he started his career at a famous Japanese restaurant in Hyogo. At 24, he became a member of Operation Factory, a restaurant management company, where he gained experience in exclusively Japanese cuisine. In June 2022, he became head chef at the opening of Hibikorenikujitsu.
新宅 裕之Hiroyuki Shintaku
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Torisakana Umeda Branch
トリサカナ 梅田店
- Osaka Station/Umeda Station, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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西村 悠貴Yuuki Nishimura
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Moved from a place of communicating with customers to a place of serving meals.
Mr. Nishimura was born in 1987 in Osaka. While working part-time at Izakaya pubs, he enjoyed interacting with customers in the hall, and his desire to satisfy them became stronger. In 2018, he switched from serving dishes to making them in the kitchen. He feels joy not only in the fact that his food is enjoyed but also that the space becomes warmer and more festive through the food.
西村 悠貴Yuuki Nishimura
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Koshitsu Niku Kappo KATANA Namba Branch
個室 肉割烹 KATANA 難波店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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平田 友美Tomomi Hirata
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Since childhood, Ms. Hirata has been interested in cooking and joined KATANA part-time during high school.
She was born in 2002 in Fukuoka. Since a young age, she has been interested in cooking and started working part-time at KATANA during high school. She was in the culinary course at high school and was also in charge of cooking at the restaurant. After graduating from culinary school, she became a full-time employee. She not only handles cooking but also works on menu development and more.
平田 友美Tomomi Hirata
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San Bettei Kitashinchi Branch
燦別邸 北新地店
- Kita-Shinchi, Osaka
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / General / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)
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井上 学Manabu Inoue
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Mr. Inoue values the relationships and bonds with people in his life.
Learning the importance of connection with others through baseball, he entered the food and beverage industry at 18. It was 19 years ago that he first met the owner of San Bettei. Due to the company's rapid growth, which started as a Kushikatsu (deep-fried skewers) restaurant, he was separated from the owner and left the company. He studied service in Italian and French restaurants, then worked in construction and as an executive at a ramen restaurant. However, he could not forget the owner whom he respected and connected with him via SNS. When San Bettei from Onna-son, Okinawa, was opening in Kitashinchi, he joined the restaurant as a manager, realizing his wish to work with the owner.
井上 学Manabu Inoue
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Kawaume
川うめ
- Toba/Shima, Mie
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Unagi (eel)
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山路 太一Taichi Yamaji
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He converted his inn into a restaurant specializing in unagi (eel) to carry on his hometown’s tradition of unagi cuisine.
He was born in 1959 and raised in Mie Prefecture. After he graduated from college, he took a job at Hotel Taiike, which used to be in Toba, since he was going to eventually take over his parents' traditional Japanese inn that they were running at the time. During his time working at the hotel, he worked in the kitchen as well as the front desk, so he built experience with customer service in addition to cooking. After three years, he came back home to handle reception, cooking, and management at Kawaume. When his father passed away in 2008, he took over Kawaume as the 4th generation inheritor, and converted it from an inn into a restaurant specializing in unagi cuisine. Nowadays, he works hard to preserve the local traditions of unagi cuisine and has worked up a reputation for his original donburi (rice bowl) recipe.
山路 太一Taichi Yamaji
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Katsuemon
勝衞門
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Udon (noodles),Japanese / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Kansai-style Udon (noodles) / Soba (noodles)
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安田 達志Tatsushi Yasuda
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A restaurant manager offers an elaborate bowl of noodles that is quick and easy to enjoy.
Mr. Yasuda was born in 1977 in Tottori. He originally worked at an affiliated okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake) restaurant. After receiving an offer from the owner of the same restaurant, he transferred to Katsuemon, which opened in 2023. He now serves as the restaurant manager, managing various tasks, including cooking and customer service. With his experience working at udon (thick noodles) and okonomiyaki restaurants, he strives to provide satisfying bowls for the busy lunch crowd to those looking for a drink after hours.
安田 達志Tatsushi Yasuda
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Kushinobo Kyoto Station Branch
串の坊 京都駅店
- Kyoto Station, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers)
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木本 龍治Ryuji Kimoto
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Simple in appearance but requires creativity and meticulous preparation.
Born in 1970 in Hyogo prefecture. He worked at a major grocery store chain after graduating high school, earning his knowledge and experience by supplying fresh vegetables and seafood. In 1991, he entered Kushinobo through his acquaintance. He learnt the basics in preparing ingredients and deep-fried dishes to refine his technique. He now assumes the role of manager at Kushinobo Kyoto Station branch and puts his heart into preparing ingredients for each menu.
木本 龍治Ryuji Kimoto
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Kobe Beef Yakiniku Okatora
神戸ビーフ焼肉 お加虎
- Sannomiya, Hyogo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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坂本 敏章Toshinori Sakamoto
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Mr. Sakamoto takes more pride in his passion and commitment to meat than anyone else.
He was born in 1997 in Hyogo. Having loved cooking since childhood, he entered the restaurant industry after graduating. He honed his skills as a chef at GRAND SHARK, a dining bar in Kobe. In May 2023, when Kobe Beef Yakiniku Okatora opened, he joined the company. Under manager Mr. Takayuki Kato and owner Mr. Koji Okamoto, he serves carefully selected beef each day. Having more passion and care for meat than any other person, he prides himself on delighting the eyes and palates of visitors with his flavors and presentation.
坂本 敏章Toshinori Sakamoto
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President CHIBO Minami-honten
ぷれじでんと千房 南本店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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植田 瞬Shun Ueda
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A chef whose delicate skills have raised okonomiyaki to a higher level.
Mr. Ueda was born in 1996 in Fukuchiyama-shi, Kyoto. Having always loved to eat, he aspired to become a chef and entered the food industry. Obtained his chef's license while still in high school, and after graduation, he started working at President CHIBO Minami-honten. He goes to various restaurants to study the flavors and cooking methods. This is all because he wants his customers to be impressed by the food he serves. He says, "I hope that through cooking, people can nourish their energy for tomorrow."
植田 瞬Shun Ueda
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Healthy Home Cooking & Zoni Bar [Zen]
健康家庭料理＆雑煮バー『膳』
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Shochu
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椎葉 雅世Masayo Shiiba
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Started from helping out at a kappo restaurant to becoming a chef. Ms. Shiiba pursues delicious food that is good for the body.
Ms. Shiiba was born in 1969 in Osaka. She has been helping her parents run a kappo (traditional cuisine) restaurant since elementary school. After graduating from junior high school, she took a professional career in the culinary field, focusing on Japanese cuisine. After leaving the culinary business for a while when she got married, she resumed her work when her life settled down and was involved in the opening of Zen in April 2023 as the head chef from the beginning. She has gained popularity for her cuisine, in which she carefully selects good ingredients for the body and pursues a balance of flavors through trial and error.
椎葉 雅世Masayo Shiiba
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foujita
foujita
- Fukushima/Noda, Osaka
- Italian,Italian/French / Soba (noodles) / General / Nabe (hot pot)
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門野 倫也Michiya Kadono
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Mr. Kadono chose a way to work with her own skills through his experience with a part-time job in high school.
He was born in April 1973 in Hyogo. Experienced in the food and beverage industry as a part-time job in high school. He had been a salaried employee of a large company but quit because he wanted to work with his own skills. Having good seniors, he trained and studied Western cuisine, Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, and handmade soba (buckwheat noodles). Since 2014, he has been the head chef of the affiliated restaurant Fujino. Currently, he is also the head chef of foujita. While utilizing his French experience, he opens up new Japanese and Western cuisine.
門野 倫也Michiya Kadono
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Kappa Ramen Honpo America Mura Branch
河童ラーメン本舗 米国村店
- Amerikamura, Osaka
- Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Chahan (fried rice) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Tonkotsu Ramen (pork broth ramen)
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上田 忠義Tadayoshi Ueda
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Fan and Repeater Chef of Kappa Ramen (noodle)
Born in 1977 in Hyogo. He loved Kappa ramen for a long time and was a repeater. Via his friend, he started his ramen career at Sennichimae shop. He strives for his dream of starting his own shop every day.
上田 忠義Tadayoshi Ueda
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Pontocho Kushiyoshi
先斗町 串よし
- Kiyamachi/Pontocho, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Kyoto Cuisine
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西川 公二Koji Nishikawa
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Mr. Nishikawa became a chef, wanting to delight people with delicious food.
He was born in 1991 in Nara. Always having loved to eat, he wanted to be the one to make it someday. His desire to "make lots of people happy with delicious food" grew stronger, and he decided to pursue a career in the culinary field. He trained at a small, traditional Western-style restaurant in the mountains of Nara that served dishes using organic vegetables grown on the restaurant's own farm. Currently, he shows his skills at Kushiyoshi.
西川 公二Koji Nishikawa
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Tetsuju
鉄じゅう
- Namba, Osaka
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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多々納 大展Hironobu Tatano
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Mr. Tatano is a chef born in a town of food and humanity who also runs a farm.
He is a native of Osaka. After graduating high school, he trained at the famous Osaka restaurant Kushinobo. Four years later, he left the restaurant business. But at 25, he opened a 5-square-meter restaurant in Soemon-cho, Minami, Osaka. That was the beginning of it all. He acquired qualifications as a sommelier, sake connoisseur, and cheese sommelier and also started his own farming in Kushimoto, Wakayama. He is a chef born and raised in Osaka, a city of kuidaore (to eat until drop) filled with human kindness.
多々納 大展Hironobu Tatano
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Katsura Hanare
かつら はなれ
- Chayamachi/Nakazakicho, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese
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井上 桂Kei Inoue
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Ms. Inoue wants you to enjoy the most delicious way to eat seasonal ingredients.
She was born in 1977 in Osaka. After experiencing various cooking genres, such as Kappo, hotels, and Japanese restaurants, she became independent in 2007 with the opening of Wasai Chubo KATURA. Currently, she is responsible for the kitchens of two restaurants, Wasai Chubo KATURA and Katsura Hanare. She believes that delicious food makes people happy, so she herself tries to enjoy cooking.
井上 桂Kei Inoue
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