The Journey of Sushi
At first glance, it’s a simple bite — a sliver of fish atop a small cradle of seasoned rice. But each piece of nigiri carries within it an entire world: history, painstaking effort, precision, and care that begins long before it reaches your plate. A single bite of nigiri is never solitary. It is an ongoing conversation between nature, craft, and culture — shared across continents, generations, and the tireless hands of fishermen, farmers, artisans, and couriers. I dedicate my craft to honor every part of the sushi ecosystem — from sea to service.
-Shingo Akikuni
Farmers + Fishermen
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Artisans
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Couriers
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Chefs
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Guests
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Farmers + Fishermen • Artisans • Couriers • Chefs • Guests •
Farmers + Fishermen
Farmers, who cultivate seasonal ingredients from Florida and Japan, offering contrast, fragrance, and delicate balance to the plate.
Fishermen, whose early morning labor and skill determine the quality of each catch, often guided by generations of knowledge and tide.
Artisans
Artisans— Tableware is the kimono for sushi—elevating each piece with elegance, intention, and artistry. Beyond presentation, it carries the history of generations, reflecting regional craft and dedication. Each plate becomes a timeless frame for a dish that has remained unchanged for centuries.
Couriers
Couriers, whose quiet consistency — from Tokyo air freight to Coral Gables cold chain — make the impossible seem routine.
Chefs
Chefs, who receive each ingredient with reverence, carrying hundreds of years of history and using our years of disciplined technique and intuition to prepare every piece with intention.
Guests
Guests, whose presence and appreciation complete the cycle. The final touch in a long line of unseen hands.
