Onigiri Co. plans first dedicated Japanese rice ball restaurant in Toronto

Toronto is set to welcome Onigiri Co., a pioneering restaurant dedicated exclusively to Japanese rice balls (onigiri), opening this fall in the Financial District. The restaurant emphasizes quality and tradition, using 100% Japanese rice and nori to craft freshly prepared onigiri with classic fillings such as Tuna Mayo and pickled plum, catering to Toronto's busy and health-conscious lifestyle. Meanwhile, in Fort Lauderdale, Sakana Nikkei introduces a fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisines, celebrating family heritage with dishes like Hamachi tiradito and sushi rolls that blend Japanese techniques with Peruvian flavors, complementing an inviting waterfront location. In New Delhi, the new restaurant Call Me Ten offers a 6,000 sq ft Japanese dining experience with a minimalist, serene design inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics and modern elements, creating an intimate and elegant atmosphere. Lastly, Tokyo continues to be a culinary destination for tonkatsu, with historic restaurants like Ponta Honke, Sugita, and Narikura offering expertly prepared deep-fried pork cutlets that exemplify the yoshoku tradition, blending cultural fusion and meticulous cooking techniques.