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A group of Koreans in Japan were reportedly outraged over a sushi restaurant in Osaka where too much wasabi was served -- particularly to Korean customers.
According to the local Japanese media Monday, well-known sushi chain Ichiba Sushi “wasabi terrorized” its foreign diners, especially Koreans.
According to the local Japanese media Monday, well-known sushi chain Ichiba Sushi “wasabi terrorized” its foreign diners, especially Koreans.
In Japan, sushi is served with wasabi already wedged in between rice and toppings, while in other locales the spicy green paste is served on the side for those unaccustomed to its sharp taste.
Photos of the sushi topped with an unusually thick layer of wasabi circulated online in Japan among angry Koreans who claimed to have been targets of the tongue-hate crime.
Following the controversy, Ichiba Sushi issued a public statement Monday, saying, “Due to many foreign customer’s requests for more wasabi, we have unwittingly caused unpleasant experiences for those who are not familiar with the condiment.” Ichiba Sushi vowed to improve its staff training.
