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Ninja Yakiniku
忍者焼肉
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak
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松本 慎也Shinya Matsumoto
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A chef who uses his wealth of knowledge and experience to deliver an experience that shocks the senses.
Mr. Matsumoto was born in 1970 in Kanagawa. At the age of 18, he joined a major restaurant chain. After working there for ten years, he became involved in the sixth industry, which covers a wide range of activities from production to sales. His work at the Tokyo Metropolitan Central Wholesale Market has deepened his knowledge and understanding of meat. By chance, he started working at Ninja Yakiniku in July 2024. He cuts meat based on his experience. "It's a matter of course that it tastes good. I want to impress my guests," he says, revealing his passion for the food and the restaurant.
松本 慎也Shinya Matsumoto
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Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka Hakata Branch
博多もつ鍋 やま中 博多店
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Motsu Nabe (offal hotpot),Japanese / General / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot) / Sake
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冨永 隆二Ryuji Tominaga
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Mr. Tominaga conveys the ideas and techniques he has cultivated to his successors and maintains high-quality flavor at this long-standing restaurant.
Mr. Tominaga was born in 1969 in Saga and came to Fukuoka for his higher education. Although he had never eaten Motsunabe (offal hotpot) before then, he was captivated by the outfits at Hakata Motsunabe Yamanaka and joined as a part-time hall staff. After that, he started his career as a chef while working other jobs. At the time, motsunabe was not very well known, but he worked hard to convey how delicious it was. He focused on honing his skills and was also involved in restaurant launches. As restaurant administrator and manager, he supervises all branches.
冨永 隆二Ryuji Tominaga
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Hakata Ajidokoro Iroha
博多味処いろは
- Kawabata/Gion, Fukuoka
- Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices)/Sukiyaki (hot pot stew),Japanese / Chicken / Nabe (hot pot) / Mizutaki (chicken hot pot)
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原田 隆史Takashi Harada
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Inheriting a tradition at a young age, he keeps the passion of this institution burning bright.
Born in Fukuoka in 1986. He was born as 4th generation of [Iroha], a restaurant renowned for its mizutaki (chicken hotpot). He has kept his palate pure, and he has only known the taste of his own family's mizutaki. After graduating from high school, he learned his knife skills at a fishmonger, later joining the company as an apprentice. He took over as head chef at his family business at a young age due to his father taking ill. Through trials and tribulations, he has maintained the flavors that brought popularity to his family.
原田 隆史Takashi Harada
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Toritaberuka
トリタベルカ
- Nishi 11 Chome/18 Chome, Hokkaido
- Dining Bar,Dining bar / General / Craft Beer
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坂田 睦Makoto Sakata
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A sensibility that transcends the boundaries of the chef brings out the best in the ingredients.
Mr. Sakata was born in 1983 in Hokkaido. Having originally started his career as a hairdresser, he moved into the culinary world. He has seven years of experience working in Latin American restaurants. With seven years of experience working in a Latin American restaurant, his wealth of experience gives the imagination and depth to his cuisine. At Tritaberuka, which opened in 2016, he has been a chef since its opening, always pursuing how to make the chicken and vegetables taste better. The free and creative dishes that come out of not being a dedicated cook have captivated visitors to the restaurant.
坂田 睦Makoto Sakata
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Bon. nu
Bon.nu
- Hatsudai, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / General / Steak
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来栖 けいKei Kurusu
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Turned from foodie to food communicator. Mr. Kurusu provides an inspiring culinary experience with sincere interactions.
He was born in 1979 in Saitama. He has eaten at over 20,000 restaurants and published a book on restaurants at the age of 25, which became widely known. Since then, he has appeared in numerous media as the "King of Gastronomy," but in 2009, he graduated as a "foodie," who eats and shares information. He is now focusing on training young chefs and developing the food and beverage industry. At Bon.nu, which opened in 2015 as the culmination of his efforts, he takes a sincere approach to the ingredients he uses. He continues to share the essence of "food" with the public by creating dishes that will remain in their memories.
来栖 けいKei Kurusu
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Artisan de la Truffle Paris
アルティザン ドゥ ラ トリュフ パリ
- Roppongi, Tokyo
- French,Italian/French / French / General
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小林 大Masaru Kobayashi
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Motivated by guests' happiness, Mr. Kobayashi aims to create memorable dishes for them.
He was born in 1977 in Tokyo. From a young age, he had a passion for cooking for his family and friends, naturally inspiring him to become a chef. After graduating from a culinary college, he studied at famous hotels and restaurants in Tokyo and honed his skills and sensitivity. He stands in the kitchen today, creating dishes that excite everyone who visits, adhering to the creed of "providing dishes that will please guests."
小林 大Masaru Kobayashi
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Yakiniku Nabedonya Shikata
焼肉鍋問屋 志方
- Nakameguro, Tokyo
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat) / Motsu Nabe (offal hot pot) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew)
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前西 貴哉Takaya Maenishi
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Providing pleasure with outstanding meat delicacies chosen by meat professionals.
Mr. Maenishi was born in 1976 in Hyogo. He is the president of Teishin Shikata Meat Co., Ltd., a wholesaler that handles everything from production to distribution with the philosophy of "bringing high-quality beef to the table in its best condition." The company pursues ideal beef production by working together with contract farms, including cattle fattening environments, to provide high-quality beef to consumers in fresh condition. Yakiniku Nabedonya Shikata has opened in Tokyo in 2005. It continues to attract many people with the taste of its carefully selected meat, allowing them to enjoy quality meat anytime.
前西 貴哉Takaya Maenishi
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Unagi no Masa
うなぎのまさ
- Kamihonmachi, Osaka
- Unagi (eel),Japanese / General / Unagi (eel) / Sake
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石黒 岳Gaku Ishiguro
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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
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Tempura Suehiro
天麸羅 すえ廣
- Namikidori/Fukuromachi/Nakamachi, Hiroshima
- Tempura (fried seafood and vegetables),Japanese / General / Tempura (battered, fried seafood and vegetables) / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood
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黒口 淳史Atsushi Kuroguchi
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Tradition is a series of innovations. Mr. Kuroguchi colors the new Tempura scene with the honed skills.
He was born in 1983 in Hiroshima. His interest in cooking began at an early age. While working part-time at a restaurant, he was fascinated by the smiles on people's faces that delicious food brings and decided to pursue a career in the culinary field. After graduating from a cooking school, he got a job at a major hotel in Osaka. He learned and honed his cooking skills from all over the world at restaurants and wedding dishes. After returning to his hometown of Hiroshima, he served as the head chef at the restaurant for many years, mastered traditional skills and tastes, and went to the world of Tempura. He has a free spirit and fries the food at its best by determining the flavor and moisture of each ingredient, which he has thoroughly examined.
黒口 淳史Atsushi Kuroguchi
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Hakata Hatanaka
博多 畑中
- Hakata Station, Fukuoka
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish) / General
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畑中 裕次Yuji Hatanaka
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Growing up watching his chef father, Mr. Hatanaka opened a Japanese Kaiseki restaurant.
He was born in 1978 in Fukuoka. His grandfather owned a fish store, and his father was a chef, so it was natural for him to become a chef. His first job was at a Japanese restaurant in the "Yamanoue Hotel." After 3 years of training, he gained experience mainly in Japanese restaurants in hotels, including "Senbazuru," a Japanese kaiseki restaurant at "Hotel New Otani." After that, he decided to open his restaurant, Hakata Hatanaka, in 1996, aiming to create a restaurant serving delicious Japanese cuisine. Using carefully selected seasonal ingredients, he has continued to work earnestly on his cuisine.
畑中 裕次Yuji Hatanaka
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Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Omotesando branch
日本焼肉はせ川 表参道店
- Omotesando/Aoyama, Tokyo
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Wine
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齊藤 綱二Koji Saito
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Mr. Saito, a dedicated Japanese cuisine artisan, explores the possibilities of Yakiniku.
He is from Chiba. After graduating from a vocational school, he began his culinary training at a cookshop in Tokyo. Later, he had the opportunity to meet Mr. Masuda, the company's executive chef, and spent 12 years honing his skills in Japanese cuisine, Tea Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes), and Shojin Ryori (Buddhist cuisine), serving as his right-hand person. In June 2022, he assumed the head chef position at the Nihon Yakiniku Hasegawa Omotesando branch.
齊藤 綱二Koji Saito
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Cow specialty store Itamae Yakiniku Ichigyu Namba Higashi Shinsaibashi Branch
雌牛専門店 板前焼肉一牛 なんば東心斎橋店
- Higashi-Shinsaibashi/Shinsaibashi-suji, Osaka
- Yakiniku/Wagyu (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) / Japanese Beef Steak / Horumon (offal meat)
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尾形 陸Riku Ogata
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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
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Aged Wagyu Steak Grilled Aging Beef Kanda Awajicho Branch
熟成和牛ステーキグリルド エイジング・ビーフ 神田淡路町店
- Kanda, Tokyo
- Dining Bar,Dining bar / Hamburger Steak / Steak / American
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Fugetsu Tanukikoji 4-chome Branch
風月 狸小路4丁目店
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Monjayaki (okonomiyaki pancakes using diluted batter) / Yakisoba (fried noodle)
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吉田 和輝Kazuki Yoshida
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Spending days being active not only in customer service and cooking, but also as a middle manager.
Mr. Yoshida was born in 1998 in Hokkaido. He joined the company in December 2017 and is also the area manager in addition to the restaurant manager of Fugetsu Tanukikoji 4-chome Branch. As a store manager, he says his goal is to serve as a bridge between staff and the company. Every day, he communicates to the company the atmosphere of the workplace, which he can understand by actually being there, and works to clarify current problems and build a foundation to solve them.
吉田 和輝Kazuki Yoshida
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Sankiro Saryo KAITO
三宜楼茶寮KAITO
- Moji, Fukuoka
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Fugu (blowfish)
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田中 俊彦Toshihiko Tanaka
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Inheriting his father's passion, Mr. Tanaka has continued to hone his skills as the same chef.
He was born in 1975 in Fukuoka. He entered the culinary world at a restaurant where his father, who was a chef, took him. Starting his training at the age of 15, he devoted himself to the study of Japanese cuisine. After honing his skills at various famous restaurants, mainly in Fukuoka, he joined his current company. He continues to create beautiful and delicious dishes at restaurants such as Kaisendokoro Sushi KAITO Mojiko Main Branch and Sankiro Saryo KAITO, making full use of the skills he has cultivated and his keen eye for discerning ingredients.
田中 俊彦Toshihiko Tanaka
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Osteria da K. [Kappa]
Osteria da K.［Kappa］
- Shimbashi/Shiodome, Tokyo
- Italian,Italian/French / Italian / Pasta
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礒貝 勝成Katsunari Isogai
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Various experience from famous Trattoria to a 3-star sushi restaurant.
He was born in 1976 in Tokyo. Influenced by his good cook mother, he liked cooking since he was a child. Deciding to [do what I want to do most] when choosing his future career, he entered a cooking school. After graduating from the school, he started working at [CHIANTI] in Itakura. Later, he moved to [Trattoria MIKITA], and became a chef at the main restaurant for 4 years. Building up sufficient experience, he travelled to Italy. Returning to Japan, he broadened his experience at [Sushi Yoshitake] he had some connections, and became a chef at [Osteria da K.(kappa)].
礒貝 勝成Katsunari Isogai
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Hozukiya
ほおずきや
- Ariake, Tokyo
- Izakaya (Japanese tavern),Taverns / General / Yakitori (grilled chicken skewers) / Unagi (eel)
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笠原 佑太Yuta Kasahara
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''Food has the power to bring joy to people.'' Admiring the work of chefs, Mr. Kasahara started pursuing a career in the culinary arts.
He was born in 1991 in Ibaraki. His decision to become a chef was made during his student days after watching media that focused on the lives of culinary professionals. Believing in the power of food to make people smile and wanting to bring smiles to faces through his own cooking, he joined his current company. Since then, he has built his career as a chef at various restaurants, including Hozukiya. Cherishing the initial belief that food has the power to bring joy to people, he approaches cooking every day with this in mind.
笠原 佑太Yuta Kasahara
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Kasho Hanakikyo Nagoya Nohgakudo hōsa Branch
菓匠 花桔梗 名古屋能楽堂 蓬左 hosa 店
- Marunouchi, Aichi
- Cafe,Cafe/Sweets / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Coffee / Japanese Tea
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伊藤 誠敏Masatoshi Ito
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Born into a family of Japanese confectioners for generations, following the path of Wagashi.
Mr. Ito was born in 1978 in Aichi. As his family owned a traditional Japanese confectionery shop, he grew up watching his grandfather and father, both confectioners and naturally aspired to follow in their footsteps. Trained at "Chou" in Nagoya and opened his own confectionery shop, Kasho Hanakikyo Nagoya Nohgakudo hōsa Branch. Located on the first floor of the Nagoya Noh Theater, where Noh and Kyogen plays are performed, the shop gained popularity as a place to enjoy traditional wagashi after experiencing Japanese culture.
伊藤 誠敏Masatoshi Ito
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Tonkotsu Monja Konamamire Asakusa Branch
とんこつもんじゃ コナマミレ 浅草店
- Asakusa, Tokyo
- Okonomiyaki/Monjayaki (savory pancakes),Japanese / Okonomiyaki (savory pancakes) / Monjayaki (okonomiyaki pancakes using diluted batter) / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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高橋 和磨Kazuma Takahashi
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Mr. Takahashi utilizes the skills and experience he has gained over the years in his daily culinary pursuits.
He was born in 1995 in Tokyo. He began his culinary journey inspired by a part-time job in the food service industry. Having honed his skills at an Italian restaurant, a yakitori restaurant, and a monjayaki restaurant, he has gained experience in a wide range of genres. He was invited to join the Tonkotsu Monja Konamamire Asakusa Branch by one from whom he learned a great deal about his current work, and he has been involved since its opening on December 16, 2023.
高橋 和磨Kazuma Takahashi
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Coltrane Kyoto Branch
Coltrane 京都店
- Shijokawaramachi/Teramachi, Kyoto
- Curry,Curry / Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) / Curry / Beer
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中西 りえRie Nakanishi
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Ms. Nakanishi offers every dish with all her heart.
After working part-time at the affiliated restaurant Khaos Spice Diner, she became the manager of Coltrane Sanjo Kiyamachi Branch upon the restaurant's opening in August 2021. Her passion for curry never stops, such that she even goes out to eat curry on her days off.
中西 りえRie Nakanishi
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