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WHO WE ARE
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We are Kaizen. It all started when longtime friends from Flushing, Queens, came together with an idea that would soon be introduced to their hometown city. They all shared the same love for Japanese traditions and the simplicity, yet, flavorful ingredients that are carefully constructed into each Temaki. Our passion is to bring an authentic and contemporary Temaki (hand rolls) & Omakase concept that highlights delicate hand rolls and artful craft cocktail pairings to Flushing, Queens. The executive chef, Ben, also a former executive chef at Sushi Seki, an Alumnus of Michelin-starred Tim Ho Wan, in Hong Kong, and New York’s O Ya and Kissaki omakase sushi bar. From the decadent rice to each finely cut of fish, Ben takes pride in every individual piece that he prepares.
Kaizen’s Executive Chef, Ben Chan.
Simplicity in Flavors
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Our menu offers signature hand rolls, Donburi, Japanese soups and salads, craft cocktails, sake, wine and craft beer selections, along with Yuzu and mochi desserts. The kamasu hand roll, made with barracuda, makes for a nice “dare dish” for the adventurous eater; and the Chef’s special housemade sushi rice is arguably the most critical base component to authentic temaki. It is a short-grained rice fermented in a proprietary blend, including rice vinegar, mushrooms, shallots, vegetables, and a secret spice blend to differentiate itself from the rest.
Our Purpose
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At the end of it all, our goal, vision, and purpose is to deliver on our promise to serve the highest quality of sushi with every single bite. With the commitment of our team, we bring you, Kaizen.
