April 18, 2021
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Akira Japanese Restaurant offers patrons variety in its Tasting Plates ($48), which give diners a little bit of everything, including a hearty helping of comforting miso soup. Order at least an hour in advance! And, do note that Akira Japanese…
February 7, 2021
Akira Japanese Restaurant
As owner/head chef of Akira Japanese Restaurant, Taiki Kawai knows a thing or two about his home country’s authentic cuisine. He trained under renowned chef Hiroshi Igawa at Tokyo Kioicho Membership Club, and has been in the culinary industry since…
October 25, 2020
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Sometimes, simplicity is the secret to success. It’s a fact that Akira Japanese Restaurant knows quite well. Ask what makes the little izakaya on South King Street stand out from the pack — the area itself home to no small…
August 2, 2020
Akira Japanese Restaurant
To-go options are plentiful at Akira Japanese Restaurant, which boasts everything from a specialty bento box and donburi bowls to sushi rolls and a plethora of sides. For just $12, get your hands on the Akira Bento Box. Patrons can…
April 19, 2020
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Staying at home doesn’t have to be boring, especially when it comes to what you’re eating. Keeping things fresh — literally — and fun, Akira Japanese Restaurant has a variety of dishes on its takeout menu to satisfy every palate.…
March 22, 2020
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Though known for its downright delicious kaiseki menu offerings, the skilled team at Akira Japanese Restaurant is cooking up an array of to-go dishes for those wanting excellent Japanese food to enjoy at home. Right now, Oahu restaurants and bars…
February 2, 2020
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Akira Japanese Restaurant offers the traditional “kaiseki” (multicourse) meals of Japan while using high quality ingredients from Hawaii, creating a cuisine that blends the best of both worlds. “We have traditional Japanese dishes with local ingredients,” says owner and chef…
December 8, 2019
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Born in Japan in 1977, chef Taiki Kawai began working at the prestigious Tokyo Kioicho Membership Club when he was just 18 years old, refining and honing his skills under the watchful eye of legendary chef Hiroshi Igawa. Kawai came…
September 29, 2019
Akira Japanese Restaurant
ANNE LEE speaks with TAIKI KAWAI, executive head chef and owner Akira Japanese Restaurant first opened its doors in August 2018, and since then, the business has been enthralling patrons with its traditional Japanese kaiseki-style cuisine using fresh local ingredients.…
August 11, 2019
Akira Japanese Restaurant
As the hard-working team at Akira Japanese Restaurant celebrates its first anniversary this week, diners are invited to enjoy an array of delicious dishes specially priced for the occasion. Chef and owner Taiki Kawai prepares traditional Japanese cuisine featuring local…
