Daisuke Kobayashi　
Born in Tokyo, JAPAN
Daisuke's first entry into the culinary field began at a yakitori restaurant in Kagurazaka, Tokyo - fresh after graduating from high school.
From there, he gained experience through working in numerous establishments in Tokyo, finally finding himself participating in his first overseas project of launching a yakitori restaurant in New York.
After spending five years in The Big Apple, Daisuke joins Chikaranomoto Company, working extensively in the US, Asia, Australia, and other regions, launching new restaurants and experiencing life as an expat. As a central member of the Overseas Product Development Team, Daisuke introduced countless new dishes and menu items to many overseas markets. During his 10 years with the company, Daisuke has developed products for 12 different regions around the globe.
April 2020: Founded Única LLC.
July 2020: Opened Yakitori Única in Asakusabashi, Tokyo.
April 2023: Sold Yakitori Única to focus on new business ventures.
Currently engaged in development and sales of "Única no Tebakara" seasoning for chicken wings, consulting services, product development, and export of Japanese goods such as jidori, binchotan charcoal, and wagyu beef.