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Virtue
Virtue
- Azabu-Juban, Tokyo
- Innovative/Fusion,Sosaku (creative) / General / French / Western Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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山下 浩幸Hiroyuki Yamashita
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A chef with experience working at multiple Michelin-starred restaurants.
Mr. Hiroyuki Yamashita was born in 1979 in Chiba. He trained at prestigious French restaurants renowned for their Michelin stars, including Ginza L'écrin, Joël Robuchon, and Signature at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Tokyo. After that, he studied under Mr. Eric Ziebold, with whom he was very impressed, and developed his skills in the world of Modern American French cuisine for five and a half years. After returning to Japan, he served as the head chef at restaurants T3 and NUAGE ET VENT. Then, he was appointed the head chef at Virtue.
山下 浩幸Hiroyuki Yamashita
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Steak&Wine Ishizaki
ステーキ＆ワイン いしざき
- Susukino, Hokkaido
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / General / Teppanyaki (iron griddle grilling)
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石崎 俊彦Toshihiko Ishizaki
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Enjoy a delicious experience of high-quality Kuroge Wagyu beef.
Mr. Ishizaki was born in 1969, in Sapporo, Hokkaido. In 1970, his grandfather started a butcher shop and associated farm. His parents then opened a sukiyaki (hot pot stew) and shabu-shabu (sliced meat parboiled with vegetables) restaurant, which led him to develop an interest in cooking. He decided to pursue cooking as a career upon graduating from high school, beginning his training in a teppanyaki (ingredients grilled on an iron griddle) restaurant. After honing his skills for over four years, he opened Steak&Wine Ishizaki in 2013. This restaurant delights its guests with its own high-quality Kuroge Wagyu beef dishes, including teppanyaki and roast beef.
石崎 俊彦Toshihiko Ishizaki
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GARDEN HOUSE HIROSHIMA
GARDEN HOUSE HIROSHIMA
- Kamiyacho/Motomachi, Hiroshima
- Italian,Italian/French / Pizza / Beer / Steak
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橋本 真吾Shingo Hashimoto
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A chef who is particular about ingredients and brings out the best of them through simple cooking.
Mr. Hashimoto was born in 1983 in Hiroshima. His love of eating led him to a culinary career, and he became a chef at 24. After studying at Italian and French restaurants in Tokyo, he opened GARDEN HOUSE HIROSHIMA in August 2024. He is especially good at cooking with vegetables and is particular about using high-quality ingredients. Desiring to serve dishes that make the most of the ingredients' flavor, such as fresh local vegetables and seafood, he is a chef who creates simple but meticulously prepared dishes.
橋本 真吾Shingo Hashimoto
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Ryotei Kawabun
料亭 河文
- Marunouchi, Aichi
- Kaiseki (course menu),Japanese / General / Kaiseki (tea-ceremony dishes) / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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富田 英樹Hideki Tomita
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Growing up watching his father, a chef, Mr. Tomita honed his skills in the world of Japanese cuisine.
He was born in 1970 in Aichi. Spending his childhood with his father, who ran a ramen restaurant, he naturally developed an interest in cooking through that experience. He decided to become a chef like his father and trained at Ryotei Kawabun to hone his skills. Having earnestly improved his skills, he expresses his cuisine as a work of art that goes beyond just technique and puts his heart and soul into it.
富田 英樹Hideki Tomita
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RUBY JACK'S Steakhouse & Bar
RUBY JACK’S Steakhouse＆Bar
- Akasaka, Tokyo
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Seafood / Hamburger Steak
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マシュー クラブMatthew Crabbe
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A chef who has honed his skills in the world's famous restaurants, pursuing the best flavors of the ingredients.
Mr. Crabbe is from Australia. Starting with the famous restaurant Tetsuya's in his hometown, Sydney, he worked around the world's first-class restaurants and honed his skills. After coming to Japan in 2001, he served as head chef of the New York Grill at the Park Hyatt Tokyo and executive chef at the Hyatt Regency Kyoto. Since becoming independent, he has led the Tokyo restaurant scene. His cuisine, prepared with his own free-flowing ideas and based on the philosophy of "not adding too much to the ingredients," continues to attract visitors to the restaurant.
マシュー クラブMatthew Crabbe
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Hibi Sakanazuki Toboku
日々魚数寄 東木
- Higashi Chaya District, Ishikawa
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Cookshop
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東木 宏憲Hironori Toboku
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His dishes reflect a long and diverse history of cooking professionally across the country.
He was born in 1982 in Ishikawa Prefecture. During his time in high school, he took on a part-time job at a yakitori (grilled chicken) restaurant, and the food there delighted him so much that he decided to enter culinary school after his high school graduation. After that, he went on to develop his skills at a traditional Japanese restaurant in Kanazawa and a Japanese-style inn in Kyoto, as well as a Kaiseki (course meal) restaurant in Kagurazaka and a Japanese restaurant in Ginza called Uchiyama. He also spent time in Italy working at Japanese restaurants there. After he returned to Japan, he set out on his own to take his current position. He is also a certified sommelier and sake (Japanese alcohol) master.
東木 宏憲Hironori Toboku
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Kyo-ryori Tategami
京料理 立神
- Kyotogosho/Nishijin, Kyoto
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
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淀川 真Shin Yodokawa
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Mr. Yodokawa wants to entertain guests with food he has carefully prepared.
Interested in the culinary world from an early age, he began working part-time as a student and decided to pursue a career in the food industry in earnest. Mr. Yodogawa says his Kyoto background may be why he naturally entered the world of Japanese cuisine. Tategami is popular for its new style of Kyoto cuisine, which is based on traditional Kyoto cuisine that is made with local and domestic ingredients and produced with the added sensibility of the young Mr. Yodokawa. His passion for “simply making customers happy with the cuisine” is reflected in every dish.
淀川 真Shin Yodokawa
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atelier Morimoto XEX Teppan
atelier 森本 XEX 鉄板
- Roppongi, Tokyo
- Teppanyaki,Yakiniku/Steak
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森本正治Masaharu Morimoto
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Mr. Morimoto traveled to the United States to witness the sushi boom with his own eyes, then became a chef who gained attention in Japan and the United States.
He is from Hiroshima. He gained fame as the third-generation "Iron Chef of Japanese cuisine" in the TV show "Iron Chef" and as the only Japanese chef in the American version, "Iron Chef America." He continues to enjoy immense popularity in the United States to this day. With numerous restaurants worldwide, including its flagship location designed by Mr. Tadao Ando, the New York branch has been adored by celebrities worldwide since its opening. The restaurant is located in Roppongi on Stars and Stripes Avenue and is personally curated by Mr. Morimoto himself.
森本正治Masaharu Morimoto
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Asahikawa Jingisukan Daikokuya Hakodate Goryokaku Branch
旭川成吉思汗 大黒屋 函館五稜郭店
- Hakodate, Hokkaido
- Genghis Khan (grilled mutton),Yakiniku/Steak
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手塚 慎太郎Shintaro Tezuka
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Mr. Tezuka has loved Jingisukan ever since he was a child.
The first time Mr. Tezuka went to eat Jingisukan at Daikokuya, he was so impressed! The employees worked hard and were lively, the restaurant atmosphere was energetic, and the fresh lamb was delicious. From that experience, he knew he wanted to work there, so he conveyed his passion for Jingisukan to Daikokuya's owner and joined the company. He currently serves as head of the Asahikawa Jingisukan Daikokuya Hakodate Goryokaku Branch, which opened on October 29, 2021.
手塚 慎太郎Shintaro Tezuka
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Honmachi Saryo
本町茶寮
- Inuyama, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / Local Japanese Cuisine / Wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) / Soft Ice Cream
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久世 高裕Takahiro Kuze
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Mr. Takahiro Kuze has worked in the food service to boost the local tourism economy.
He was born 1981 in Aichi Prefecture. In an effort to liven up his city, Mr. Kuze started setting up his own food stall at events such as the Inuyama Festival, and was able to learn practical restaurant management and service skills from on-the-ground experience. In 2014, he opened [Honmachi Saryo] with the conviction that an effort to boost the tourism economy shouldn't be based on tax incentives. The tea house has created a photo-worthy menu, focusing on dengaku (grilled miso skewers), which is gaining popularity as an affordable yet delicious treat of Inuyama.
久世 高裕Takahiro Kuze
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Mark Matsuoka Grill Sapporo
Mark Matsuoka Grill 札幌
- Sapporo Station, Hokkaido
- Steak,Yakiniku/Steak / Steak / Pasta
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加藤 広幸Hiroyuki Kato
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The passion and skill applied to each dish captivate visitors.
Mr. Kato was born in 1978 in Hokkaido. After graduating high school, he studied French cuisine at a hotel restaurant in Sapporo. Subsequently, he studied at several famous hotels before becoming the chef at Mark Matsuoka Grill Sapporo in 2023. He is a person who continues to challenge himself in many different ways to enjoy his work while respecting the core of who he is. Although he is usually cheerful and friendly, his eyes light up with seriousness once he is in the kitchen. The dishes he makes are fascinating to many people.
加藤 広幸Hiroyuki Kato
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JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe
JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe
- Shichijo/Tambaguchi, Kyoto
- Dining Bar,Dining bar / General / Hamburger Steak / Steak
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梅若 翔司Shoji Umewaka
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Mr. Umewaka cherishes the "special moment" of enjoying a meal with someone else.
He was born in Kyoto. After graduating high school, he gained experience in a teppanyaki restaurant, cafe, and bakery. In March 2022, he opened JOYS TABLE Dining&Cafe, determined to create a restaurant where people can enjoy "meals," an important part of building relationships and communication. He aims to create a Western-style restaurant with a new-retro atmosphere where people can deepen their relationships with each other through meals.
梅若 翔司Shoji Umewaka
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Maruya Honten JR Nagoya Station Branch
まるや本店JR名古屋駅店
- Nagoya Station, Aichi
- Japanese,Japanese / Hitsumabushi (eel bowl) / Unagi (eel) / General
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坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto
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Ms. Sakamaoto is dedicated to cooking, constantly honing her skills, and pursuing the essence of Japanese cuisine.
From a young age, she had a passion for cooking, and after graduating from high school, she joined Maruya Honten. While learning the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine, she aimed to become an Unagi chef. She gained experience at most locations and became the head chef at the JR Nagoya Station branch. Leveraging her years of experience, she strives every day to further satisfy her guests.
坂本 恵利Eri Sakamoto
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Ginza Sushi Inada
銀座 鮨 いな田
- Tsukiji, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / Sushi / General
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渡辺 尊成Takanari Watanabe
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A sushi chef who never skips a detail for people to smile over the counter.
Mr. Watanabe was born in 1974 in Tochigi. Having a dream of working in the culinary world but without a clear answer, he studied at restaurants of various genres. It was during this time that he came across "sushi chef." He enjoys interacting directly with guests over the counter and seeing their smiling faces right before him. It's just ordinary for him to make each piece of sushi with care. Also, he always puts the guests first and pays attention to details, such as serving dishes with careful pacing.
渡辺 尊成Takanari Watanabe
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BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE
BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE
- Kamakura/Zushi, Kanagawa
- Pasta/Pizza,Italian/French / Pasta / Pizza / General
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滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi
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Mr. Takiguchi wants to deliver dishes that bring out the best of the ingredients by getting to know the producers himself.
He was born in 1981 in Tokyo. At his part-time job at a restaurant that he started in high school, the chef liked his work performance so much that he let him work in the kitchen. Realizing the joy of cooking, after graduation, he studied hard as a chef at various restaurants in Tokyo, including French restaurants. Thinking he wanted to work at a more minimal distance, he encountered BIRD HOTEL GARDEN HOUSE, a restaurant based on the concept of local production for local consumption. In July 2023, he was appointed as chef there. He draws out the flavors of the ingredients while using various techniques.
滝口 翼Tsubasa Takiguchi
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Mutenka Yakiniku FOODLAB Tsukiji
無添加焼肉 FOODLAB 築地
- Tsukiji, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / Shabu-shabu (boiled meat slices) / Sukiyaki (hot pot stew) / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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川島 良太Ryouta Kawashima
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Mr. Kawashima is a chef who uses his diverse career to deliver blissful moments.
He was born in 1984 in Tokyo. He has loved cooking since he was a child. Wanting to make a career out of such love, he dreamed of becoming a chef as his future dream. After graduating from school, he became a chef and began his training. He worked at an Italian restaurant for 3 years, a Japanese restaurant for 3 years, a restaurant specializing in chicken dishes for 5 years, and a medicinal herb restaurant for 4 years, gaining a wide variety of experience. Currently, he is a chef at "Mutenka Yakiniku FOODLAB Tsukiji."
川島 良太Ryouta Kawashima
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WAGYU YAKINIKU beef by KOH Hiroo Main Branch
WAGYU YAKINIKU beef by KOH 広尾本店
- Hiroo, Tokyo
- Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ),Yakiniku/Steak / General / Hamburger Steak / Yakiniku (grilled meat)
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KOHKOH
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With an experience in a Michelin-listed restaurant, Mr. KOH continues to express New York culture.
He was born in 1977 in Tokyo. Though he worked in the construction industry for years, he changed jobs when he was invited to assist at a newly opened Japanese BBQ restaurant. He wanted to put his all into studying to be the best in the industry, so in 2011 he went to New York by himself. Soon after coming to the United States, he worked at a Japanese BBQ restaurant on Michelin. He studied hard there for 5 years and even became a sous chef. In 2017, after returning to Japan, he opened the beef by KOH, a Japanese BBQ restaurant that offers a taste of New York culture.
KOHKOH
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Kurubushi
踝
- Tenjinbashi/Tenjinbashi-suji, Osaka
- Japanese,Japanese / General / Kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) / Japanese Sosaku (creative cuisine)
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本田 喜世一Kiyokazu Honda
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Mr. Honda attracts diners with creative Japanese cuisine that is rich in a sense of the season and makes the most of flexible ideas and proven techniques.
He was born in Shiga and is the head chef of Kurubushi. Having loved cooking since childhood, he was fascinated by the work of bringing joy to people through food, which led him to become a professional. After training at a Japanese restaurant in Shinsaibashi, he joined the renowned Tenma restaurant, Sousaku Shubou Nakanaka, in 2015, where he honed his imagination and cooking skills to make the most of seasonal ingredients, which is the restaurant's motto. In 2020, he became the head chef of the restaurant's 2nd location, Sousaku Shubou Sou Sou. After developing it into a popular restaurant, he was appointed to his current position when the 3rd restaurant, Kurubushi, opened in the fall of 2022. Through seasonal kaiseki courses, he is presenting the culmination of his experience.
本田 喜世一Kiyokazu Honda
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Kappa Ramen Honpo Sennichimae Branch
河童ラーメン本舗 千日前店
- Namba, Osaka
- Ramen,Ramen (noodles) / Chahan (fried rice) / Shoyu Ramen (soy sauce ramen) / Tonkotsu Ramen (pork broth ramen)
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小山Koyama
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A big ramen lover decided to make ramen noodles by himself
He started working at a ramen shop as a part-time as he loved ramen noodles. As he really liked the shop owner, he decided to be a chef there. There are several shops in his ramen chain, however they all serve different soups depending on the area. He tries to take root in the area with their [only 1] taste.
小山Koyama
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Kagurazaka Sushi Konkon
神楽坂 寿司 こんこん
- Kagurazaka, Tokyo
- Sushi,Japanese / General / Sashimi (raw fish)/Seafood / Sushi
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近藤 昌弘Masahiro Kondo
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Mr. Kondo has pride as a sushi artisan and continues to refine his skills.
He was born in 1979 in Tokyo. When he first visited a counter-style sushi restaurant as a child, he was so impressed by the chef's performance that he decided to become a sushi chef. After graduating high school, he started his career at sushi and Japanese restaurants. He then worked in various positions, such as instructor at a culinary institute, sushi restaurant head chef, and hotel head chef, before opening Kappo Kondo in 2022. While managing the restaurant, he met someone working as a Toyosu Market sushi broker and sushi artisan, and they discussed their dreams with each other. In August 2023, they did a magnificent job of realizing their dream of opening a restaurant together, Kagurazaka Sushi Konkon.
近藤 昌弘Masahiro Kondo
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