[February 05, 2016] |
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Japanese Revolving Sushi Chain Restaurant, "Kula Sushi" Opens in Cupertino, California
Kura
Corporation (TOKYO:2695), the Japanese operator of the revolving
sushi chain, "Muten Kula Sushi," currently operates 360 locations across
Japan, and is actively growing its U.S. business in Southern California.
On February 5, the corporation's subsidiary, Kula
Sushi USA, Inc., is scheduled to open its 9th U.S. location in
Cupertino, CA (News - Alert): Kula Revolving Sushi Bar Cupertino. The Cupertino
location will be the corporation's first store in Northern California.
Similar to the San Diego location, which opened in April 2015, the
Cupertino store will use the same high-tech food delivery systems
featured at "Kula Sushi" restaurants in Japan.
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Customers can dine in a relaxed dining atmosphere with plenty of
seating including 20 table seats and 9 counter seats.
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When a desired item is not on the conveyor belt, customers can easily
place orders using an iPad attached to each table. Received orders
will be delivered fresh by a special express lane belt for custom
orders.
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The iPad can also process payments at the table, maximizing customer
convenience.
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Using the chain's original "Mr. Fresh" sushi cover, sushi made in the
kitchen is covered and delivered to the customer without contact from
other customers. "Mr. Fresh" allows a customer to take a plate without
touching the cover, always keeping the sushi fresh.
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Customers can keep their tables clear by inserting finished plates
into a slot on the side of the table.
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Once 5 plates have been inserted into the slot, a short video plays on
the iPad screen. Once a certain number of plates have been inserted,
customers will receive a "Bikkura Pon" prize from the machine above
the table. Kids will definitely love this game-like system!
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Beyond sushi, the Kula Sushi menu also offers a variety of small
dishes and noodles, ensuring that the entire family will enjoy the
restaurant.
"Our restaurant is delicious, safe and healthy, fun for everyone from
children to adults," said Hajime Uba, President of Kula Sushi USA, Inc.
"We opened the very first U.S. location in Irvine, California in 2009,
based on the principles of timely service, no MSG (monosodium
glutamate), and the unique Japanese culture of 'taking great care in
each step of the process, including the unseen.' As we open a new
location in Silicon Valley, I look forward to seeing customer reactions
to Kula's advanced technology."
Store Information Address: 19600 Vallco Parkway, Suite 160
Cupertino, CA 95014 Contact Information: 408-861-0155 Official
Opening Date: February 5, 2016 Menu: 125 items Price: All
Sushi plates $2.25 each Parking: 200 spaces available
About Kura Corporation Since its establishment, Kura
Corporation has taken pride in providing the traditional flavor of fresh
sushi. As operator of the well-known revolving sushi restaurant chain,
Muten Kula Sushi, in Japan, the U.S., and Taiwan, the company is
continuously expanding its business and currently operates 360
restaurants in Japan, 8 in the U.S., and 2 in Taiwan. In October 2014,
annual sales reached 100 billion yen and also welcomed over 100 million
customers to date. To run business operations more efficiently,
Kura Corporation leads the industry in adopting numerous innovative
technologies. For instance, each revolving plate has an IC chip to
individually manage the total number of plates served and shelf life for
a specific food item. Customer data is analyzed in real-time to
determine the items best matching customer desires. By continuously
innovating the business in numerous ways, such as the introduction of
touch panels that let customers order at ease, Kura Corporation is proud
to be a leader in Japan's conveyor belt sushi industry.
Kula Sushi USA, Inc. homepage http://www.kulausa.com/
Kula Revolving Sushi Bar | Come Experience the Real Sushi-Go-Round https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWb8SSOTms8
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About expansion history of Kula Revolving Sushi Bar
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1st location: Irvine, CA
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Sept 1, 2009
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2nd location: Los Angeles, CA (Little Tokyo)
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Jan 20, 2012
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3rd location: Laguna Hills, CA
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Mar 3, 2012
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4th location: Torrance, CA
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May 1, 2012
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5th location: Brea, CA
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May 18, 2012
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6th location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Aug 3, 2012
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7th location: Los Angeles, CA (Sawtelle)
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Aug 30, 2013
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8th location: San Diego, CA
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Apr 10, 2015
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9th location: Cupertino, CA
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Jan 10, 2016
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