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Kaz Matsune

Unwavering Commitment: Creating Unforgettable Sushi Experiences for Your Special Events

Since the establishment of Breakthrough Sushi in 2012, our dedication to providing exceptional sushi experiences has remained strong....

Kaz Matsune

The Power of Love in Sushi Making

Happy Valentine's Day! Although these photos were not taken on Valentine's Day, they hold a special meaning. They remind me that love is...

Kaz Matsune

Why go the Extra Mile for Sushi?

In addition to the "Love" I put into our sushi rice, there is one particular ingredient I use when cooking rice. Water. Yes, not just...

Kaz Matsune

Unforgettable Sushi Catering: A Culinary Journey for Your Special Occasions

As Breakthrough Sushi celebrates our 10th anniversary and my 50th birthday, I find myself preparing for a momentous occasion with 100...

Kaz Matsune

Sitting at A Sushi Bar Is Like Being at A Member Only Private Club

Even for many Japanese, sitting at a sushi bar, especially at high-end omakase only sushi restaurant is a challenge. Many places have no...

Kaz Matsune

I Teach Sushi Class Not Because I Love Teaching But Because I Love Learning

French moralist and essayist Joseph Joubert said, "To teach is to learn twice." I've heard of Joubert's quote before, but until now,...

Kaz Matsune

Revealing the Soul of a Sushi Chef Through Their Knife

Beyond the expansive window, the brilliant Southern California blue skies greet me. At the end of the 15ft. sushi bar, the seasoned sushi...

Kaz Matsune

I Cut My Fingers A Thousand Times. Now, I Cut, No More.

I used to cut my fingers all the time at the sushi bar. I cut my finger on my first day as a sushi chef. It was embarrassing. Well, it...

Kaz Matsune

Are YOU in this poster?

Where’s Waldo in this poster? Just kidding. He hasn’t taken our sushi-making class ... yet. How about you? Do you see yourself in one of...