Rokusaburo Michiba

In his first battle against Yousei Kobayakawa (French cuisine trained), Michiba was given foie gras as a theme ingredient, which he subsequently won.

[citation needed] Michiba was also known for "Inochi no Dashi" (命の出汁, いのちのだし or "Broth of Vigor"), a combination of katsuobushi, skipjack tuna shavings and edible kelp (konbu), which he used in almost every battle.

[citation needed] Despite being the most senior of the Iron Chefs, he holds the Kitchen Stadium record for the most dishes prepared in a single battle: eight.

[citation needed] According to Takeshi Kaga, after deciding to retire, Rokusaburo Michiba vowed to recruit his successor himself.

[citation needed] Michiba was also supportive of Nakamura's successor, Masaharu Morimoto, who also frequently used non-Japanese ingredients.

[citation needed] In 2017, Michiba participated in an Iron Chefs All Star Dinner event at Australia’s Sydney Opera House.