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Empowering Chefs Through Education

A new venture has been launched in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, aiming to elevate the culinary profession. TaniCo, a leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment, has inaugurated a learning hub named "Fantudio Village School" within the commercial facility, Kawatamachi FLAG. This initiative is designed specifically for chefs and culinary apprentices looking to enhance their skills and knowledge in the industry.

Focus on the Future of the Food Industry

The Fantudio Village School has set three core objectives:

1. Transforming Chefs into Strong Entrepreneurs: By learning from the best in the industry, participating chefs will gain not only cooking techniques but also the entrepreneurial mindset necessary to run a successful restaurant.

2. Creating a Collaborative Community: The school aspires to foster a community where peers can share restaurant management challenges, collaborate, and support each other in overcoming these obstacles.

3. Connecting with Local Food Culture: A key goal is to integrate local culinary traditions into the training, ensuring that the rich food culture of the region is preserved and passed down to future generations.

Through regular offerings, Fantudio aims to support the growth of culinary professionals and build a strong network within the regional food industry.

Course Structure

Participants can expect a mix of lectures, hands-on cooking demonstrations, and tastings. Instructors will share their personal experiences, beliefs, culinary skills, and management philosophies with attendees.

Featured Instructors

• - Noriko Nakagawa at Sushi Nakagawa (Takamatsu City): Will lead sessions on August 31, sharing insights on sushi making and pairing it with local sake.
• - Takaharu Mitsuhata at Ushiharu (Kurashiki City, Okayama): Conducting a workshop on September 30, focusing on local fish dishes and their cultural significance.
• - Keisuke Nishimori at Maruni Hakubai (Kyoto City): A graduate of prestigious establishments who will conduct a session on October 19.
• - Ryohei Hayashi at Tenoshima (Minato City, Tokyo): An accomplished chef with multiple Michelin stars, he will impart his knowledge on November 2.

Event Details

• - Name: Fantudio Village School
• - Date: August 31, 2026, from 1 PM to 3 PM
• - Location: Kitchen Fantudio, Fantudio Takamatsu (B1, Kawatamachi FLAG, 1-3-1 Tokiwacho, Takamatsu)
• - Target Audience: Chefs and culinary apprentices
• - Capacity: First-come, first-served with a total of 32 seats available
• - Cost: 5,500 yen (including tax and tasting)

Application Process

Each workshop has an individual registration process. Interested participants are encouraged to sign up for their desired sessions. Current registration is now open for the August 31 session.

Vision for the Future

The Fantudio initiative represents a commitment to nurturing talent that will connect and advance Japan’s local culinary culture. By sharing the expertise of top professionals active in Kagawa and across the country, this project aims to foster sustainable growth in the food industry. The program invites all aspiring chefs looking for a venue to strengthen and expand their culinary expertise to participate.

For more information about Fantudio Takamatsu, visit Fantudio's official website.

Address: 1-3-1 Tokiwacho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, B1 Kawatamachi FLAG

Functionality: Shared restaurant space, kitchen studio, test kitchen

Operated by: TaniCo, Inc.

You can contact TaniCo for inquiries regarding media coverage or participation via:

• - Phone: 087-813-2111
• - Email: [email protected]

TaniCo Company Overview

• - Website: TaniCo
• - Headquarters: 1-7-20 Togoshi, Shinagawa, Tokyo
• - CEO: Hidetaka Taniguchi
• - Business Scope: Designing, manufacturing, and selling commercial kitchen equipment and custom residential kitchens.