In Japan, if people are going shopping at Ikea, oftentimes they’ll make a day out of it. The large size of most of the chain’s stores means they’re usually located outside city centers, and often far enough away from train stations that many shoppers need to take a shuttle bus to/from…
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The chain is known for its “fried to amber perfection” tempura bowls and sides like Nagoya-style chicken wings, Sashimi salad, and more.
Kohaku is a joint venture from two giant Japanese food corporations: Nadai Fujisoba (the largest soba chain in Japan) and the Kings Know Group.
Kohaku’s first location opened in Singapore, and it now operates several other outposts in Tokyo, Taiwan, Malaysia, and the Philippines.
Inside Tendon Kohaku Vancouver (Hanna McLean/Daily Hive)
The eatery is named after “amber,” like the gem, which is meant to represent the golden battered tempura and they certainly deliver just that.
Kohaku also has two secret sauces that make its grub that much more delicious: a Kohaku Sauce and a house Spicy Sauce. Both sauces are made with over 15 ingredients and boiled for 10 hours before they are served.