May 14, 2017
Sakura Restaurant
One recent afternoon, a Japanese food writer sat at the sushi bar at Honolulu’s Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe and finished his lunch with delight. The writer, who spoke little English, said he was working on a book about Hawaii’s sushi…
March 5, 2017
Sakura Restaurant
Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe is built to be purposefully secluded from bustling South King Street, giving patrons the perfect haven to escape the busyness of life in a relaxing environment with delicious Japanese fare. Come for lunch (11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.),…
May 12, 2013
Sakura Restaurant
Success in the restaurant business these days takes creative restauranteurs who truly understand their customers and are savvy about location without compromising their chefs’ culinary expertise and experience. At Sakura Restaurant, co-owners Jun and his brother, chef Ryo Tsuchiya, who…
April 8, 2013
Sakura Restaurant
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: Sashimi Donburi ($19) Fare with flair is what you’ll find at Sakura Restaurant on Waialae Avenue, where brothers and co-owners Jun and Ryo Tsuchiya treat their guests like family and present traditional…
March 10, 2013
Sakura Restaurant
Brothers Junichiro and Ryojiro Tsuchiya have brought Sakura Restaurant from Waimanalo on Olomana Golf Course to Waialae Avenue, and fans of the establishment will be happy to know that the food is still just as good and the desserts are…
February 10, 2013
Sakura Restaurant
Just as the Japanese cherry blossoms continue to bloom year after year, Sakura Restaurant – which draws its name from the iconic flower – is flourishing yet again. Jun and Ryo Tsuchiya co-own Sakura Restaurant on Waialae Avenue, and the…
January 27, 2013
Japengo, Kozo Sushi, Sakura Restaurant
In this day and age, who doesn’t need that occasional boost of energy to make it through the day? I know I do. International coffee chains and mainstream energy drink companies are raking in the bucks and making a fortune…
December 30, 2012
Sakura Restaurant
Sakura Restaurant has moved to Kaimuki from its original home of seven years at Olomana Golf Links. Founded by Shuntaro Tsuchiya and his sons Jun and Ryojiro, the casual restaurant features a menu of classic Japanese, American and local favorites,…
November 18, 2012
Sakura Restaurant
Furikake chicken ($8) is one of the most popular items on the menu, says Jun Tsuchiya, who owns Sakura Restaurant with his brother, chef Ryo Tsuchiya. It’s no wonder. The chicken is a little sweet and, thanks to its preparation,…
October 21, 2012
Sakura Restaurant
In Japan, the beautiful sakura flowers bloom during the spring. It may be fall right now, but it’s clear that Sakura Restaurant, which just opened its doors a few weeks ago, is blooming into a popular, successful eatery. Junichiro Tsuchiya,…
