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Kyo-ryori Otabicho Tagoto
京料理 御旅町田ごと
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Kyoto Cuisine
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吉永 倫英Norihide Yoshinaga
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Trained at the long-established restaurant, Mr. Yoshinaga carries on the tradition of Kyoto cuisine for future generations.
He was born in 1971 in Osaka. After graduating high school, he moved to Kyoto to learn Kyoto cuisine. Upon discovering the renowned Kyoto cuisine establishment, Tagoto, he decided to join the company. He studied traditional Kyoto cuisine from its foundation, acquiring cooking techniques. Through his training, he embodied the spirit of hospitality unique to Kyoto. With the knowledge and solid skills gained from years of experience, he was appointed as the head chef of the restaurant in 1999. Since 2012, he has served as the deputy director of the culinary department, continuing to preserve the taste of the long-established restaurant.
吉永 倫英Norihide Yoshinaga
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KOBE BEEF STEAK PANDORA TAKUMI
神戸牛ステーキ パンドラ匠
- Shinjuku West Exit/Tochomae, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Japanese Beef Steak
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境 勇真Hidekazu Minami
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Master teppanyaki chef with over 40 years of experience brings the taste of ingredients to the pinnacle.
Mr. Minami was born in 1960 in Tokyo. He started his career as a chef at a Western-style restaurant in Tokyo. Encountered Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) in his 20s, he was drawn to the cooking method that maximizes the natural flavors of the ingredients. After serving as the head chef at a teppanyaki restaurant in Ikebukuro, at the age of 34, he had the opportunity to join the renowned restaurant PANDORA in Nishi-shinjuku and was actively working there. In November 2017, with the opening of the second branch PANDORA TAKUMI, he assumed the head chef position. While showcasing his seasoned culinary skills, he delivers the finest flavors to guests from both domestic and international backgrounds. His warm hospitality is also highly praised.
境 勇真Hidekazu Minami
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LOW-NON-BAR #RTS
LOW-NON-BAR #RTS
- Karuizawa, Nagano
- Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / Whisky / Cocktail / Spirits
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宮澤 英治Eiji Miyazawa
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Providing a BAR where both drinkers and non-drinkers can enjoy a fascinating cocktail.
Mr. Miyazawa was born in 1977 in Tokyo. He became fascinated with bartending at his part-time job as a college student and aspired to become a bartender. In 2003, he won the top prize in the Suntory Cocktail Award category, and in 2005 and 2007, he was a prize winner. In 2009, he won the Healing Cherry Cocktail Competition World Championship. Then, in 2010, he opened Bar Orchard Night in Awaji-cho, Kanda. In 2012, he established Orchard Night Inc. As of 2024, he manages 10 bars and is also working to promote non-alcoholic cocktails.
宮澤 英治Eiji Miyazawa
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Sushi Murohashi
鮨むろ橋
- Nishiki-sanchome, Aichi
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes)
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室橋 圭介Keisuke Murohashi
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Mr. Murohashi is a passionate chef pursuing an ideal who has made the restaurant he wants to go to reality.
He was born in 1986 in Aichi. What inspired him to become a chef was the desire to make a restaurant that he would really like to go to. Trained at a prestigious ryotei restaurant in Gifu for eight years, he acquired traditional skills and a spirit of innovation. After that, he opened his own restaurant in Kariya City, where he continued his efforts for another eight years. In September 2024, he moved to Sakae, Nagoya City, as a new stage. He continues to pursue deliciousness by making the most of the ingredients he selects with his own eyes while maximizing their flavor.
室橋 圭介Keisuke Murohashi
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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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Restaurant BudoonoMori Les Tonnelles
レストランぶどうの森 レ・トネル
- Uchinada/Kanaiwa, Ishikawa
- French,Italian/French / French / Wine / Soup
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Marco SantoscoyMarco Santoscoy
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Mr. Santoscoy pursues a new French cuisine style by weaving his ideas into Japanese ingredients.
He was born in 1992 in Guanajuato, Mexico. After studying the basics of French and other cuisines in Argentina, he moved to the United States. While gaining experience at Napa Valley and Scottsdale restaurants, he became familiar with traditional Japanese crafts such as Japanese kitchen knives and Noh masks. In 2016, he moved to Japan because he wanted to "see Japan with his own eyes, where many things he feels his sensitivity sympathizes with." Enchanted by abundant food, beautiful nature, and warm-hearted people, he relocated to Ishikawa.
Marco SantoscoyMarco Santoscoy
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SUNTORY WHISKY BOTTLE BAR Sapporo BAR GARBO
SUNTORY WHISKY BOTTLE BAR 札幌BAR GARBO
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Bar/Cocktails,Bars (pubs) / Cocktail / Whisky / Spirits
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堀野 衣真里Imari Horino
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A bartender who proposes a blissful moment on the night of Sapporo.
Ms. Horino was born in 1992 in Hokkaido. As a bartender, She keeps providing blissful moments to those who spend their nights in Sapporo. Although she was not accustomed to drinking alcohol at first, she became interested in the history and tradition of whiskey and started to learn about various whiskeys. She guides the depths of the whisky world, sharing her experience of discovering whisky's charms from scratch.
堀野 衣真里Imari Horino
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TAJ NIKKO
タージ日光
- Nikko/Kinugawa, Tochigi
- Indian,Other Asian / Indian / Indian Curry / Beer
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Vinod ChhetriVinod Chhetri
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Mr. Chhetri brings authentic taste to Japan with his rich experience and solid skills.
He was born in 1982. Over many years in Japan, he honed his skills as a chef of Indian and Nepalese cuisine. He started working as a chef at TAJ NIKKO, which opened in April 2024. He is expanding new food possibilities using the skills accumulated over the years.
Vinod ChhetriVinod Chhetri
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Yakiniku Motoyama Shinjuku Branch
焼肉もとやま 新宿店
- Nishi-Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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渡部 一彦Kazuhiko Watanabe
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Enjoy carefully selected Kobe beef.
Mr. Watanabe is an unparalleled yakiniku lover and fell in love with the taste of Yakiniku Motoyama, so much so that he left the company he worked for for many years to join Yakiniku Motoyama. Starting as a cooking assistant, he later served as a manager at all Yakiniku Motoyama branches. He now works hard as the head of the company's dining industry department.
渡部 一彦Kazuhiko Watanabe
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Wafuu-dokoro Usagi
和風処 うさぎ
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Sake
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母良田 良平Ryohei Horota
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Mr. Horota offers various unique Japanese cuisines, from the traditional to the extraordinary.
He was born in 1988 in Aomori and has worked as a chef at restaurants in his hometown and Tokyo. His repertoire is diverse, having experience not only in his main field of Japanese cuisine but also in Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling), Chinese cuisine, and sushi. At Usagi, he offers a menu that mixes Japanese cuisine with various other elements. From simple, classic Japanese cuisine that maximizes ingredients to more innovative dishes that incorporate genre-defying ideas, he delights diners with a wide variety of unique dishes.
母良田 良平Ryohei Horota
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Yamato Ryori Tsukiji Ihachi Main Branch
倭料理 築地伊八 本店
- Tsukiji, Tokyo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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池本 之浩Yukihiro Ikemoto
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Mr. Ikemoto is a maestro of A5 Wagyu beef, giving shape to ideas from a new perspective.
He was born in 1970 in Osaka. To acquire professional skills, he decided to become a chef and graduated from Tsuji Culinary Institute. After that, he gained experience at a members-only restaurant and the InterContinental Yokohama Grand, followed by 26 years of work at a Wagyu wholesaler. At that time, he met the current company president and joined in August 2023. Utilizing his experience as a wholesaler, he developed a menu serving A5 Wagyu sirloin purchased at an affordable price on beef skewers. It has become the signature menu item at Tsukiji Ihachi Main Branch.
池本 之浩Yukihiro Ikemoto
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Unagimae Etou
鰻前えとう
- Kamata, Tokyo
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake
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衛藤 進一Shinichi Etou
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Mr. Etou is introducing a new style of "Unagimae" that offers seasonal delicacies and eel in Kamata.
He was born in 1975 in Tokyo. The owner of Unagimae Etou. As a child, he was delighted by the food he cooked for his family, which inspired him to pursue a career in food. He trained for 11 years at the Shinjuku Isetan branch of Tokyo Kitcho, where he mastered the art of authentic Japanese cuisine. In 2005, he established his own restaurant, Japanese Cuisine Etou, in Musashi-Koyama and moved to Kamata in 2017. He has grown the restaurant to become a favorite in the local community. In September 2024, he took on a new challenge and renewed the restaurant's name and menu. He entertains a wide range of guests with a chic "unagimae" style, where seasonal appetizers are served before the eel.
衛藤 進一Shinichi Etou
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Shiba KOSO
芝KOSO
- Shibakoen/Tokyo Tower, Tokyo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Japanese Beef Steak / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine) / Wine
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狩野 義忠Yoshitada Kano
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Mr. Kano offers the utmost taste of prime Japanese Wagyu beef with abundant experiences in both Western and Japanese cuisine.
He was born in 1979 in Tokyo. He is the head chef of Shiba KOSO. Fascinated by the taste and elegant appearance of dishes prepared by professional chefs, he entered the culinary world. While honing his wide-ranging cooking skills at Western-style restaurants in Tokyo, he also visited Kyoto to eat at Japanese restaurants and learned how to combine ingredients and arrange them beautifully. In 2009, he joined "Niku no Sushiya GINZA KOSO", serving Wagyu beef dishes. Since then, he has been dedicated to Wagyu beef. For his skill, he was appointed as the head chef of the current restaurant, KOSO's main branch. He entertains guests from Japan and abroad with a wide variety of meat dishes and seasonal dishes.
狩野 義忠Yoshitada Kano
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Ayakaritai
あやかり鯛
- Yushima, Tokyo
- Local Japanese,Japanese / General / Local Japanese Cuisine / Sake
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大山 和樹Kazuki Oyama
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Mr. Oyama wants to provide guests with the best pairing of dishes and sake.
He was born in Kanagawa. Influenced by his mother, who was good at cooking, he aimed to be a chef from a young age. After gaining experience in various genres, including Japanese food, he became a head chef at the same time as joining Ayakaritai in 2019. He is also in charge of the Washuya, which operates within the restaurant. As a result, the restaurant has a solid reputation for sake and food pairings, which is highly regarded by many of its regular customers who are sake lovers.
大山 和樹Kazuki Oyama
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Osaka Teppanyaki Tetsuju
大坂鉄板焼 鉄十
- Ginza, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak / Wine
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水野 大志Taishi Mizuno
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Creating an extraordinary time for guests with exceptional cuisine in a special space.
Growing up watching the backs of his parents, who ran a skewer restaurant, Mr. Mizuno naturally became a chef. Since joining Tetsuju, an Osaka iron-griddled cuisine restaurant, at 18, he has devotedly gained experience on this path and a wide range of knowledge. He offers a memorable dining experience where diners can enjoy high-quality ingredients and the scenery of Ginza as he continues to hone their technique of bringing out the best of the ingredients. Guests are charmed by his genuine hospitality.
水野 大志Taishi Mizuno
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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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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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Sushi Hasegawa Nishiazabu Branch
寿司 はせ川 西麻布店
- Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sushi / Sake
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黒坂 俊和Toshikazu Kurosaka
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Mr. Kurosaka is dedicated to Japanese cuisine and pursues the original taste of the ingredients.
Mr. Kurosaka was born in 1968 in Chiba. Inspired by a chef at a Japanese restaurant he visited with his family when he was a child, he decided to pursue a career in the culinary field. After training at Japanese restaurants in the Kansai and Kanto regions, he now works as a chef at Sushi Hasegawa Nishiazabu Branch, where he continues to refine his skill. With his extensive experience, he strives to offer Japanese cuisine filled with a sense of the seasons.
黒坂 俊和Toshikazu Kurosaka
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Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu
日本料理 新月
- South Otsu, Shiga
- Japanese,Japanese / Fugu (blowfish) / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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和田 知子Tomoko Wada
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The proprietress of the traditional Japanese restaurant, treating guests with a warm and gentle heart.
Ms. Wada was born in Kyoto. She grew up as the eldest daughter in a family that ran a 360 year-old traditional Japanese restaurant in Higashiyama, Kyoto called [Harise]. She met and married her husband while refining her cooking skills at the restaurant. She then began to work as the manager and proprietress of his family's inn, [Shingetsu], located at his family home. Later, changing her business focus to kaiseki (traditional Japanese course cuisine), she opened the [Japanese Cuisine Shingetsu] restaurant. Using the knowledge she gained from her own family, she treats each of her guests with warm hospitality as a manager, with a brief that she was born to be a proprietor.
和田 知子Tomoko Wada
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Yurakucho Kotegaeshi
有楽町こてがえし
- Hibiya/Yurakucho, Tokyo
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling) / Steak
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番場Banba
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Mr. Banba wants to provide "enjoyable" restaurants, food, and service.
He was born in 1988 in Tokyo. Seeing customers' smiling faces as they eat okonomiyaki and monjayaki is his greatest energy source. His idea of Cheese Mentaiko Millefeuille okonomiyaki has been a hit menu item for over ten years. He always strives for great taste and enjoyment in the menu development and demonstrates how to grill delicious Japanese pancakes in the restaurant.
番場Banba
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