181 - 200 of 1816 chefs
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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
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大塚 直樹Naoki Otsuka
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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
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Sushi Sukiyaki Akamechan
寿し・すき焼き あかめちゃん
- Kanazawa Station, Ishikawa
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Sake
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清水 義男Yoshio Shimizu
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A father and daughter take on a new challenge.
For more than 50 years, Mr. Shimizu has been making sushi at Akame Sushi, which has been loved by locals and tourists in front of Kanazawa Station. Responding to the voices of guests who want to drink in a relaxed atmosphere, enjoy meat dishes as well as fish, and relax with loved ones, he opened Sushi Sukiyaki Akamechan on March 1, 2023. He is trying out his new dream by teaming up with his daughter, who is challenging herself in the restaurant business from a different industry, hoping to cheer up people of her generation.
清水 義男Yoshio Shimizu
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Hana No Aru Sumika
花のある棲家
- Shinjuku-Sanchome, Tokyo
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Parfait / General / General
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山下 純次Junji Yamashita
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A museum-style café and bar where architecture lovers can gather and connect.
Mr. Yamashita was born in 1976 in Tokyo. He has been involved in the hotel and real estate business for more than 20 years and currently works for the real estate company Banc. In 2021, he was appointed manager when the company's museum-style cafe for architecture lovers, Architecture Cafe Sumika, opened. "Through detailed architectural models, we hope to spread the appeal of architecture," he says, adding that the company also offers a wide range of services to connect people who want to create their ideal home with specialists who can make it a reality.
山下 純次Junji Yamashita
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Kaga Namafu Kappo Kagurazaka MAEDA
加賀生麩割烹 神楽坂 前田
- Kagurazaka, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Local Japanese Cuisine / Sake
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後藤 尚彦Naohiko Goto
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Using the skills of more than 30 years of Japanese cuisine, Mr. Goto elevates seasonal ingredients to Kaga cuisine.
After training at renowned restaurants such as Ginza Kachou and Atami Koarashitei, he became the head chef at a Japanese restaurant in Ginza. With over 30 years of experience in Japanese cuisine, he utilizes his skills to elevate seasonal ingredients into exquisite Kaga cuisine.
後藤 尚彦Naohiko Goto
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Yakiniku Sawagi Nishiki Branch
焼肉さわぎ 錦店
- Nishiki-sanchome, Aichi
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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滝澤 清成 Kiyonari Takizawa
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His diligence won his place as a chef at a yakiniku restaurant in the trendy Sakae area.
Born in 1981 in Aichi prefecture. Receiving high praise from the owner of Yakiniku Sawagi for his work and warm hospitality in the amusement industry, he was recruited as chef of the restaurant at its opening. He now spends considerable time from the selection of meat, preparation to quality control for serving fresh offal meat dishes before his customers.
滝澤 清成 Kiyonari Takizawa
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Restaurant Re:
Restaurant Re:
- Nakameguro, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / Italian / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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能島舞Mai Noujima
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Delicate Japanese cuisine meets French cuisine.
Ms. Mai Noujima was born in 1989 in Hiroshima. As a child, she ran around in the mountains and fields in an area rich in nature. Her grandmother, who loved to cook, inspired her to pursue a career in the culinary field. After graduating from the Hiroshima Suishin Culinary College, she showed her technical skills by participating in the World Skills Competition in London. Having that as a strength, she gained experience at various French and other restaurants in her hometown of Hiroshima and Tokyo while at the same time loving whisky so much that she worked part-time at a whisky specialty store. In 2024, she was appointed as a chef at Restaurant Re:. She is highly anticipated for her future career.
能島舞Mai Noujima
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Satsumaya Tonton Harajuku
さつまやとんとん 原宿
- Harajuku/Meiji-Jingumae, Tokyo
- Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet),Japanese / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Shochu
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川野 紀之Noriyuki Kawano
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Mr. Kawano cooks up Satsuma's "umakamon"(delicious food) with Kagoshima's best ingredients and his skilled techniques.
He was born in 1972 in Kagoshima. As a child, he had many opportunities to cook for his family and found satisfaction in the smiles and joy he brought to their faces through food. After graduating from high school with a degree in culinary arts, he worked in Fukuoka, Kagoshima, and Osaka, where he experienced mainly Japanese cuisine but also Chinese and Western dishes. In 2002, he moved to Tokyo and participated in establishing the current restaurant. Since then, he has led the kitchen as head chef, always pursuing new ways to enjoy food, including creating the masterpiece "Kuroton" when the restaurant was renovated in 2022. He is also known for his elegant hospitality
川野 紀之Noriyuki Kawano
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Sushi Miyako
鮨みやこ
- Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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五十嵐 介一Keiichi Igarashi
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Specializing in sushi for more than 45 years. Mr. Igarashi puts his heart and soul into every single piece of sushi and treats guests with seasonal delicacies.
He was born in 1961 in Hokkaido. The chef of Sushi Miyako. When he was a child, he had many opportunities to hear about the deliciousness of Edo-mae sushi from his father, who had lived in Tokyo, and he aspired to become a sushi chef. After training in Sapporo, he moved to Tokyo and gained experience at a sushi restaurant in a hotel in Kojimachi. Later, he connected with Sushi Miyako in the Hyatt Regency Tokyo in Nishi-Shinjuku, where he has worked for about 30 years. In 2022, he inherited it and established the current restaurant on the basement floor of the Hilton Tokyo in the same area. He is presenting the culmination of his life as a sushi chef.
五十嵐 介一Keiichi Igarashi
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Yamato Ryori Tsukiji Ihachi Nigou
倭料理 築地伊八 弐號
- Tsukiji, Tokyo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi / Steak
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岩本 隆嗣Takashi Iwamoto
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Mr. Iwamoto builds bonds between people through his passion and experience with Sushi.
He was born in 1972 in Hyogo. From an early age, he was exposed to the world of food at his uncle's sushi restaurant, and this environment nurtured his passion for cooking. He developed his skills at Kyoto's famous restaurant Kitcho and in Kobe, acquiring a delicate sense of taste as well. As he gained experience, he also learned to value the emotions and stories behind the food. Later, he decided to join the current restaurant because he shared the passion and enthusiasm of the owner. Currently, he is demonstrating his skills fully at Tsukiji Ihachi Nigou.
岩本 隆嗣Takashi Iwamoto
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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
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黒木 幸喜Kouki Kuroki
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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
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Niku to Sakana to Kaki OYSTER Bar & Bistro ~UOHIDE~ Shibuya Sakuragaoka Branch
肉と魚とカキ OYSTER Bar&Bistro 魚秀 ～UOHIDE～渋谷桜丘店
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese
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中井 信之Nobuyuki Nakai
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After 20 years, Mr. Nakai teamed up with his senior apprentice.
He was born in June 1978 in Kyoto. Started cooking at the age of 17, and after experiencing independence once in 2005, he worked as a head chef at various restaurants. In 2021, he joined KayaGroup at the invitation of the current vice president, Mr. Omata, who was his senior apprentice when he entered the culinary world. They reunite in new circumstances after 20 years and work together for the company on the master and disciple relationship. He loves his wife, incidentally, so he is nicknamed the "wife-loving manager."
中井 信之Nobuyuki Nakai
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Yakiniku Ichiba Genkaya Takadanobaba Branch
焼肉市場げんかや 高田馬場店
- Takadanobaba, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat) / Korean
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森 祐治Yuji Mori
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Enjoy delicious flavors brought by the accumulation of diverse experiences. A skillful chef presents superb taste.
Mr. Mori was born in 1959 in Kumamoto. Moved to Tokyo, dreaming of launching his own restaurant. He trained in various genres such as Italian, French, sushi, sukiyaki, shabu-shabu, ramen, and soup curry. With those experiences, he is now working as a chef at Yakiniku Ichiba Genkaya. His dishes reflect the techniques and tastes of each genre, offering guests a wide range of culinary delights to enjoy.
森 祐治Yuji Mori
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Ryukyu Yakiniku NAKAMA
琉球焼肉NAKAMA
- Onna-son, Okinawa
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle)
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末廣 伸Shin Suehiro
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Taste what the Ryukyu Islands are all about with fresh, local ingredients
He was born in February of 1968, and before he knew it he was on the path to a professional career as a chef. When it comes to ingredients, he prepares his menu with a strict commitment to local foods from the surrounding area, which includes fresh island vegetables brought up under the bright sun that Okinawa is known for. He takes these local ingredients and works tirelessly to prepare dishes that truly delight each and every customer with extraordinary flavor.
末廣 伸Shin Suehiro
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Gion Okumura
祇園おくむら
- Gion, Kyoto
- French,Italian/French / Kyoto Cuisine / French / Wine
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上辻 弘文Hirofumi Kamitsuji
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Dedicated to Okumura. Inheriting the tradition of French kaiseki and continuing to evolve.
Mr. Kamitsuji was born in 1980 in Kyoto. The head chef and manager of Gion Okumura. He began his training at age 20 when he got a chance to work with his current restaurant. He learned many aspects of Okumura style, a pioneer of "French Kaiseki," a fusion of French cuisine and Kyoto Kaiseki, including cooking techniques, taste, hospitality, and seasonal arrangements. After years of dedication and training, he assumed his current position in 2018. While preserving the traditions handed down by his predecessors, he also explores new directions by introducing more dishes using local ingredients, shaping a new chapter in the restaurant's history.
上辻 弘文Hirofumi Kamitsuji
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Shabutei Maru Shimotai Branch
しゃぶ亭まる 下田井店
- Takamatsu City, Kagawa
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Nabe (hot pot)
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山地 真人 Masato Yamachi
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Providing joy to many people through food with rich experience and reliable skills.
Mr. Yamachi was born in 1979 in Kagawa. His love of eating and a strong desire to share the excitement he feels when he tastes something delicious with many people led him to pursue a career in cooking. At the age of 26, he became manager of Shabutei Maru Main Branch, and later he became manager of Shabutei Maru Shimotai Branch at age 38. With a deep love for cooking, he is passionate about bringing happiness to people through food.
山地 真人 Masato Yamachi
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Niku Baru SHOUTAIAN Shibuya Branch
肉バル SHOUTAIAN 渋谷店
- Dogenzaka/Shinsen, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Hamburger Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Horumon (offal meat)
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千葉 政敏Masatoshi Chiba
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Mr. Chiba offers the deliciousness and pleasure that only A5 Japanese Black Beef can provide.
He was born in 1980 in Miyagi. After serving in the Ground Self-Defense Force, he entered the restaurant industry. He Joined Office UK Inc. after 15 years of experience in Tokyo, where he also worked as a store manager. Appointed as the manager of Niku baru SHOTAIAN Shibuya branch. He delivers to people the deliciousness and joy of A5 Japanese black beef from all over Japan.
千葉 政敏Masatoshi Chiba
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Kyoto Sushi no Kura
京都 鮨ノ蔵
- Maruyama Park/Kodaiji Temple/Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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小高 新吾Shingo Kotaka
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Mr. Kotaka offers a relaxing atmosphere and delicious Sushi to the fullest.
He was born in 1980 in Tochigi. His father, who loves to cook and makes handmade soba noodles and Osechi (traditional Japanese New Year's dishes), has inspired him to love cooking. After moving to Tokyo, he worked part-time at a cake shop and became a pastry chef. Later, while working at a restaurant owned by a fresh fish store, he was attracted by the depth of fish cuisine and the deliciousness of fresh fish and entered the path of a sushi chef in earnest. He honed his skills at Sushi no Kura in Sapporo, which is reputed to be a famous restaurant that is hard to get reservations for. In 2024, he became a goodwill partner and opened Kyoto Sushi no Kura.
小高 新吾Shingo Kotaka
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Sumiyaki Hitsumabushi Unagi Munagi
炭焼ひつまぶし鰻 むなぎ（武奈伎）
- Sakae, Aichi
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Local Japanese Cuisine
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三浦 星一Seiichi Miura
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Love, passion, and commitment to eel
With passion in his heart, Mr.Miura has honed his skills at a long-established eel restaurant, a sister store, for over 25 years. His grilling technique and commitment are for preserving the traditional taste that transcends time. To bring the eel to its best state, each day is cherished and grilled with heart.
三浦 星一Seiichi Miura
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Sotoroku
十十六 (そとろく)
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / Kushiage (deep-fried skewers) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Soba (noodles)
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荒川 正敏Masatoshi Arakawa
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Grown up with appreciating the fact his service and dishes please his guests
Mr. Arakawa was born in 1968 in Hokkaido. His family was running a restaurant, so he grew up experiencing the great feeling of being appreciated by the guests for service and the food. After working actively at [Prince hotel] for 6 years, and also at an Italian restaurant in Tokyo, he entered Stillfoods inc. He succeeded at various restaurants such as a French restaurant, Italian restaurant, American restaurant, Korea restaurant, and teppanyaki restaurant. Presently he demonstrates his skills at [Sotoroku].
荒川 正敏Masatoshi Arakawa
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Sukiyaki Jyuniten
すき焼き 十二天
- Marunouchi, Tokyo
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Japanese Beef Steak
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浅川 吉継Yoshitsugu Asakawa
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Mr. Asakawa wants to deliver the ingredients that professional experts have carefully chosen in their most delicious state.
He was born in 1971 in Osaka. After graduating from college, he started his culinary career at 23. Beginning at a hotel in Takaragaike, Kyoto, he gained experience as a French chef. He then moved to France in his mid-twenties, honing his skills in various restaurants for six and a half years. Returning to Japan, he opened his own restaurant and became an owner-chef. After that, he joined Sukiyaki Jyuniten with the skills and knowledge he had acquired over the years.
浅川 吉継Yoshitsugu Asakawa
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