Long-established 'Shima-ya,' founded in Taisho 2, redefines Japanese cuisine: Counter-style Japanese restaurant 'Takarazuka Shimakusu' opens May 8 (Fri), fusing 'Contemporary Master Craftsman's skill' with 'youthful sensibility'
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Shima-ya Co., Ltd., a long-established Japanese cuisine and shabu-shabu restaurant founded in Taisho 2 (1913), will open a new counter-style Japanese restaurant, 'Takarazuka Shimakusu,' in Takarazuka City on May 8, 2026 (Friday). The restaurant will be led by Ryoma Kusumoto, a beloved apprentice who inherited the spirit and techniques of Kenji Ueno, an honorary head chef of Shima-ya and a recipient of the 'Contemporary Master Craftsman' award. It aims to offer a new dining experience that transcends existing boundaries while valuing tradition, contributing to the revitalization of Takarazuka.