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new + notable: Kase X Noko, Nashville

With design elements that draw inspiration from the rich cultural tapestry of Japan, Kase X Noko’s design offers a multilayered experience that resonates with diners. Designed by The Restaurant Studio, Kase’s 14-seat omakase and four-seat Japanese cocktail bar embodies the philosophy of Wabi-Sabi, or finding beauty in imperfections.

Ruri Kaiseki, Naples, Italy

Ruri Kaiseki is a fine dining restaurant in Italy designed by Takeda Katsuya Design studio that celebrates the authenticity of Japanese cuisine and culture.

A World View: Nama Yoso, Dubai, UAE

Designed by Dubai-based TwentyOne06, Nama Yoso is a contemporary Japanese restaurant helmed by Singaporean Chef Reif Othman.

new + notable: BONDST, Hudson Yards, New York City

This 7,160-square-foot Japanese restaurant, designed by Jeffrey Beers International offers spectacular views and a serene environment amid the bustling Hudson Yards development.

Form + Function: Sushi Bars

Sushi restaurants are deviating from the script. Designers are adding flair, modernity, color, and the unexpected.

A World View: Nazcaa, Dubai

Located on the 12th floor of the Address Fountain Views Hotel in Dubai, Nazcaa offers a unique take on Nikkei gastronomy, the fusion of Peruvian and Japanese flavors.

new + notable: Blu on the Hudson, Weehawken, N.J.

Blu on the Hudson is a 30,000-square-foot modern American restaurant with sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline from Weehawken, N.J.

Pepper Lunch Expands to the U.S.

Japan-based fast-casual concept Pepper Lunch has signed its first development agreement for North America. 

EZBachi Announces Hibachi Drive Thru

The fast-casual Japanese teppanyaki grill announced three new franchise locations and one new corporate-owned unit that will feature the first-ever Hibachi restaurant drive-thru.

Design Market: Miami

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Japanese-Peruvian Concept Fuses Menu, Design

Based in Lima, Peru, Osaka Nikkei, is a Japanese-Peruvian fusion concept with locations across Latin America. The chain recently opened its first location in the United States, in Miami, which was designed by Melissa Herrera, principal of Costa + Herrera Architecture, also of Lima.

Luxury Hotel Updates Dining Options with Fresh Designs

California’s Four Seasons Westlake Village hotel recently upgraded three of its foodservice operations. The spaces were all designed by EDG design and are owned by billionaire businessman David Murdock.

Library Bars Showcase Single-Spirit Collections

To carve out a niche and create a point of differentiation in a crowded market, more bars and restaurants are amassing curated collections of a single-spirit category — whiskey, tequila and mescal, rum, gin, brandy and other liquors. Such in-depth selections attract aficionados seeking rare and highly allocated bottlings. This strategy also showcases the knowledge and expertise of the bar staff and gives a laser-sharp focus to cocktail programs.

Miami’s Kaido Inspired by Japanese Nightlife and Fisherwomen

James Beard-nominated chef and restauranteur Brad Kilgore newest restaurant, KAIDO in Miami celebrates Japanese culture and flavors with small plates, tasting menus and cocktails — a specialty of co-owner Nico de Soto — and features a secret bar, the invitation-only speakeasy AMA.

The 2,200-square-foot space seats 75 and was designed by Mark Alan Diaz of MAD Designs, who took inspiration from Tokyo’s cocktail bars. And the women who fish for sea urchins. Here Diaz offers up some of

First Kosher-Certified Tavern in the U.S. Opens

First launched in 2012, Citron & Rose Tavern & Market (C&R) has reopened after a yearlong renovation and reimaging under new owner David Magerman and James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Solomonov.

NYC’s KazuNori Restaurant's Simple Elegance

Popular Los Angeles-based Japanese restaurant KazuNori opened its latest outpost in Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood in March. The new location offers bar seating only and focuses on hand rolls and sashimi as well as a limited drink menu.

Japanese Restaurants Make U.S. Debut at Waikiki Food Hall

Waikiki Yokocho, a Japanese-themed food alley in the center of Waikiki, Ha., which debuted in December with nine restaurants, has added five more. 

OZU East Kitchen Inspired by Japanese Filmmaker

OZU East Kitchen, located in Los Angeles’ Atwater Village neighborhood, is a fast-casual pan-Asian concept from new restaurateur Paul Yi.

Sushi Garage Shows its Work

This Miami eatery uses thoughtful design to emphasize the craftsmanship of its food.

Old Crow Takes Flight with Kicked-Up Design

Transforming a restaurant from one distinctive brand to a very differently themed establishment is hard enough. Try renovating the space while keeping the old business open.