"Since opening in 2015, Wataru, which specializes in edomae-style sushi, has been known as one of Seattle’s premier Japanese restaurants. Chef and owner Kotaro Kumita was a protege of local sushi master Shiro Kashiba, who apprenticed under the legendary Jiro Ono; his skills earned him a James Beard Award nomination for Best Chef: Northwest three years ago." - Gabe Guarente
