Smokmoc Yakitori Omakase Pop-Up

Join us for a mouthwatering experience at the Smokmoc Yakitori Omakase Pop-Up event! Get ready to indulge in a delectable selection of yakitori dishes, expertly crafted by our talented chefs. This in-person event will take place on Sun Oct 08 2023 at 17:30 in the vibrant city of Long Beach, CA. The venue, located at 1731 East 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90802, provides the perfect atmosphere for an unforgettable evening.

Immerse yourself in the art of Japanese cuisine as you savor a variety of grilled skewers featuring succulent meats and fresh seasonal ingredients. From tender chicken to flavorful vegetables, our omakase menu is thoughtfully curated to deliver a delightful culinary experience.

Introduced by Chef Yoya and Chef Yoichiro:

Born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, Executive Chef Yoya Takahashi moved to Los Angeles with dreams of becoming an actor like his grandfather before him back in Japan. Quickly finding the comfort of home behind a sushi bar in Little Tokyo, Takahashi met his mentor and found his passion was in the practice and art of sushi. Chef Yoya Takahashi’s approach to food is rooted in fresh, local, sustainable and seasonal ingredients– influenced heavily by his time in both Japan and California.

In 2008, Takahashi seized the opportunity to stand behind the counter at Makoto Okuwa’s restaurant, showcasing the style he spent years cultivating– a marriage between classic Japanese techniques and the more modern approaches of the west. He brought this vision to Hamasaku as Executive Sushi Chef, where he introduced his traditional and whimsical sushi style, along with a seasonal menu of dishes featuring premium ingredients from Japan and beyond. Chef Yoya Takahashi was able to push and evolve the tastes of long-established clientele and give Hamasaku new life in Los Angeles’ dynamic culinary landscape.