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Kyoto Cuisine Takeshima Ichigo 京料理竹島 ICHIGO Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine

小財　拓也Takuya Kozai

Every time Mr. Kozai explores the depths of Japanese cuisine, he gains new knowledge and expresses it through his cooking.

Since he was little, he enjoyed creating things with his hands. Following that line of interest, he encountered cooking and naturally progressed into the world of Japanese cuisine. Through dedicated training, he continually refines his skills while immersing himself in seasonal ingredients and Japanese culture. At Takeshima ICHIGO, he is dedicated to offering each dish with the knowledge and techniques he has cultivated.

小財　拓也Takuya Kozai

Yakiniku Tarafuku Suzuka Chuo-dori-ten 焼肉たらふく　鈴鹿中央通り店 Suzuka, Mie Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Craft Beer

田端　唯史Yuishi Tabata

The Chef's Recommendations

From musician to master of selecting better meats

Born in Mie prefecture on May 15th, 1981, he started a band in high school and worked in a restaurant part time. After experiencing that sense of achievement when he made things and the pleasure of working in the service industry, he basically decided to become a chef. He started working at Yakiniku Tarafuku Suzuka Chuo-dori-ten, when an acquaintance introduced him to the restaurant. He is a true connoisseur of meat, the restaurant's main ingredient. He is now Suzuka's meat manager and is also in charge of purchasing meat for other restaurants in the chain.

田端　唯史Yuishi Tabata

Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru Kyoto Bettei 炭焼うな富士　大丸京都別邸 Shijo Karasuma/Karasuma Oike, Kyoto Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake

田中　喬也Takaya Tanaka

Mr. Tanaka roasts extra-large blue eels with a red flame and serves the finest eel dishes.

He was born in 1985 in Mie. A head chef at Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru Kyoto Bettei. When he was a child, he discovered the joy of cooking when his family praised the food he cooked for them. At 18, he decided to become a professional and joined the Kaburaya Group, which operates the current restaurant. He is particularly excellent in the highly skilled techniques of opening the belly of the eel and char-grilling it over charcoal, for which he was appointed to his current position at the time of the restaurant's opening in September 2023.

田中　喬也Takaya Tanaka

Kuromon Torepichi-Ichiba Minami kuromon Branch 黒門とれぴち市場南黒門店 Nipponbashi, Osaka Seafood,Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Crab / Donburi (rice bowl)

河野　嶺Rei Kawano

Mr. Kawano aims to make the restaurant an enjoyable to dine and a comfortable and friendly place.

He was born in 1997 in Osaka. Working as the manager of Kuromon Torepichi Ichiba Minami Kuromon Branch. To create a "fun place to dine," he takes a friendly approach to customer service. He strives to create an at-home atmosphere where diners can enjoy conversation while savoring delicious seafood and drinks.

河野　嶺Rei Kawano

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

MINAMI sushi OSAKA MINAMI sushi OSAKA Honmachi/Sakaisujihonmachi, Osaka Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Sake

南　秀昌Hideaki Minami

A chef devoted to sushi offers sushi kaiseki, featuring the finest in seafood deliciousness.

Mr. Minami was born in 1986 in Osaka. With a love of sushi since childhood, he aspired to become a sushi chef. After honing his skills for many years at a renowned Sushi restaurant in Tsuruhashi and gaining insights from other culinary fields, he opened his own restaurant, Minami Sushi in Namba, in 2016. It developed a reputation for its delicious nigiri sushi and appetizers that highlight the unique flavors of the ingredients and has grown into a popular restaurant that is full every day. In 2024, he reopened the current restaurant in Shinsaibashi, increasing the number of seats to accommodate a wide range of guests. He attracts guests from Japan and abroad with his exquisite sushi kaiseki and refined hospitality.

南　秀昌Hideaki Minami

Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao 鉄板焼肉ステーキ樹直 Sannomiya, Hyogo Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak

大塚　直樹Naoki Otsuka

Bringing local flavors to the world. Mr. Otsuka's passion for meat produces the best Teppanyaki.

He was born in 1977 in Hyogo. He decided to pursue his career in the culinary field because he cooks part-time and has loved cooking since he was a student. Trained at local restaurants in Kobe. He developed a particular passion for meat dishes and dreamed of opening a steak restaurant. This dream came true in November 2023 when he opened Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao.

大塚　直樹Naoki Otsuka

J.S. BURGERS CAFE Lalaport EXPOCITY Branch J.S. BURGERS CAFEららぽーとEXPOCITY店 Suita/Settsu, Osaka Hamburger,Western / Parfait / Sandwich / Hamburger

平野　巡Jun Hirano

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

Amusez-vous Amusez-vous（アミュゼヴ） Nishitenma, Osaka Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Wine

赤澤　友和Tomokazu Akazawa

A chef who creates a synergistic effect of seasonal, richly flavorful food and wine.

Mr. Akazawa is a native of Hiroshima. Since childhood, he has liked to cook, which led him to pursue a career in the food industry. He has trained hard and polished his skills in hotels for 9 years and French restaurants. His love of making things led him to create beautiful house-made chocolates, in addition to the overall cuisine at Amusez-vous. With the desire for customers to "enjoy their meals," he purchases carefully selected ingredients without deceit and transforms them into colorful dishes.

赤澤　友和Tomokazu Akazawa

Tofu-ya とうふや Ise, Mie Japanese,Japanese / General / Tofu Dishes

千原　昌也Masaya Chihara

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

Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Sannomiya Branch 雌牛専門店　板前焼肉一牛　三宮店 Shin-Kobe/Kitano, Hyogo Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Horumon (offal meat)

尾形　陸Riku Ogata

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

Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch 京都スタンドきよきよ三条神泉店 Shijo Omiya, Kyoto Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sake

小野　陽平Yohei Ono

Mr. Ono puts passion into each dish, providing heartwarming cuisine to visitors.

He was born in 1989. His mother's cooking was delicious, so he became interested in cooking at an early age. To learn the basics of cooking, he trained at a renowned Japanese restaurant and mastered traditional Japanese cooking techniques, especially obanzai. In July 2018, he opened Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Kiyamachi Main Branch, which has grown to become a popular bar with locals and tourists. Then, in April 2024, he opened a new Sanjo Shinsen Branch and continues to take on further challenges.

小野　陽平Yohei Ono

Unagi Jinta うなぎじん田 Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / General / Unagi (eel)

甚田　國晴Kuniharu Jinta

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

Originator of Teppanyaki Steak Misono, Kobe Main branch 元祖鉄板焼ステーキみその神戸本店 Sannomiya, Hyogo Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Western Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)

元谷　和之Kazuyuki Motoya

Without undermining the taste of Misono, the chef fuses French cuisine with the Japanese traditional teppan cuisine.

Born in Hiroshima prefecture in 1960. Studied abroad in France after graduating from the Tsuji Culinary Insitute of Abe Osaka. Took lessons in authentic cooking. Upon returning to Japan, began work at a Suntory affiliated Western-style restaurant for around seven years, gaining experience as a deputy chef. After retiring, made a fateful visit to the "Misono Restaurant Osaka." Currently testing skills at the "Misono Restaurant Kobe" after becoming fascinated by Teppanyaki. With 33 years of experience, now focusses upon cultivating the next generation and plays a role in leading the junior chefs.

元谷　和之Kazuyuki Motoya

Table36 テーブル36 Namba, Osaka Buffet,Buffet / General / Italian / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)

𠮷田　博人Hiroto Yoshida

Mr. Yoshida's interest in creating things led him to the world of French and Italian cuisine.

He was born in 1969 in Osaka. Being deeply interested in making and creating things, he wanted to express himself through cooking and decided to become a chef. Started his career as a banquet chef at Miyako Hotel Osaka. In 2003, he moved to All-Day Dining in Swiss Hotel Nankai Osaka (former Nankai South Tower Hotel Osaka), where he continued his training. He then became the head chef at Table 36, preparing dishes that make the most of his experience.

𠮷田　博人Hiroto Yoshida

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

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.

Fujino 藤乃 Fukushima/Noda, Osaka Japanese,Japanese / Soba (noodles) / Nabe (hot pot) / Duck

門野　倫也Michiya Kadono

The Chef's Recommendations

From part-time work during high school, Mr. Kadono chose the path of living on his own skills.

He was born in 1973 in Hyogo. He gained experience in the food and beverage industry through a part-time job during high school. Despite working as a salaried employee at a major corporation, he aspired to work independently with his skills, leading to his decision to leave the company. He was fortunate to have good colleagues and trained in Western cuisine, Japanese cuisine, French cuisine, and handmade soba noodles. Through this journey, he came across the owner of Fujino, and has been serving as the head chef since 2014. With a desire to expand his culinary expertise, he learned handmade soba, and he makes sure to create menus that utilize his many experiences.

門野　倫也Michiya Kadono

Unagi no Masa うなぎのまさ Kamihonmachi, Osaka Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake

石黒　岳Gaku Ishiguro

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

Matsuzaka-niku Ganso Wadakin 松阪肉元祖　和田金 Matsusaka/Kisei, Mie Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)

つやこTsuyako

She ensures that every guest feels welcomed with nothing less than perfect hospitality.

Initially, she worked in the service industry, before moving on to work in guest services as a hostess at Wadakin in 2001. In addition to her focus on sukiyaki (hot pot stew), she also makes sure to provide a relaxed atmosphere where each and every guest can enjoy their meal, engaging them in conversation at opportune times. She keeps up the culinary traditions of this long-standing sukiyaki restaurant to make sure that the quality of their food always shines through.

つやこTsuyako

Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei 黒毛和牛肉匠いちえ　個室別邸 Kita-Shinchi, Osaka Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)

西尾　僚Ryo Nishio

The Chef's Recommendations

A part-time job during college led Mr. Nishio to become a chef.

He was born on February 13, 1989, in Kochi. Having always been interested in cooking, he found the joy and fun of cooking through part-time work in a restaurant as a student. He became especially interested in beef and worked at a restaurant specializing in beef. After working at a Kushiyaki (grilled skewers) restaurant, he joined "Kuroge Japanese Beef Motsu Nabe Ichie" (Japanese beef hot pot). Following his experience at a kushiyaki restaurant, he joined Ichie, a Japanese black beef hot pot restaurant. Then, he moved to Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie, where he continues to work today.

西尾　僚Ryo Nishio

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Kyoto Cuisine Takeshima Ichigo

Every time Mr. Kozai explores the depths of Japanese cuisine, he gains new knowledge and expresses it through his cooking.

Yakiniku Tarafuku Suzuka Chuo-dori-ten

From musician to master of selecting better meats

Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru Kyoto Bettei

Mr. Tanaka roasts extra-large blue eels with a red flame and serves the finest eel dishes.

Kuromon Torepichi-Ichiba Minami kuromon Branch

Mr. Kawano aims to make the restaurant an enjoyable to dine and a comfortable and friendly place.

Feliz-malto

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

MINAMI sushi OSAKA

A chef devoted to sushi offers sushi kaiseki, featuring the finest in seafood deliciousness.

Teppan Yakiniku Steak Mikinao

Bringing local flavors to the world. Mr. Otsuka's passion for meat produces the best Teppanyaki.

J.S. BURGERS CAFE Lalaport EXPOCITY Branch

On the world stage, Mr. Hirano is endlessly polishing up his skills and sensibilities as a chef.

Amusez-vous

A chef who creates a synergistic effect of seasonal, richly flavorful food and wine.

Tofu-ya

His signature crafted tofu cuisine comes backed by years of Japanese culinary training.

Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Sannomiya Branch

In his pursuit of wagyu beef's essence, Mr. Ogata provides guests with unrivaled flavors and experiences.

Kyoto Stand Kiyokiyo Sanjo Shinsen Branch

Mr. Ono puts passion into each dish, providing heartwarming cuisine to visitors.

Unagi Jinta

Keeps the traditional taste of the old-established unagi (eel) restaurant passed down from grandfather and father.

Originator of Teppanyaki Steak Misono, Kobe Main branch

Without undermining the taste of Misono, the chef fuses French cuisine with the Japanese traditional teppan cuisine.

Table36

Mr. Yoshida's interest in creating things led him to the world of French and Italian cuisine.

Itamae Yakiniku Ikko Sennichimae Branch

The skill acquired through years of experience in running a butcher shop. Never compromising on truly delicious meat.

Fujino

From part-time work during high school, Mr. Kadono chose the path of living on his own skills.

Unagi no Masa

Mr. Ishiguro keeps challenging himself in new areas by focusing on what he wants to do.

Matsuzaka-niku Ganso Wadakin

She ensures that every guest feels welcomed with nothing less than perfect hospitality.

Kuroge Wagyu Nikusho Ichie Koshitsu Bettei

A part-time job during college led Mr. Nishio to become a chef.