Category: EVENT

HINODEYA Ramen, known for its flavorful Japanese dashi-based ramen, is introducing exciting new offerings! At the Little Tokyo location, guests can enjoy café-style drinks, including a rich and creamy iced matcha latte. Meanwhile, the Palms location has started serving alcohol, allowing diners to pair their favorite ramen and appetizers with a drink. Visit either location to discover a fresh new dining experience! ■ HINODEYA RamenLittle Tokyo: 232 E. 2nd St., #B, Los Angeles, CA 90012Palms: 11127 Palms Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034

Mochill, a popular mochi donut shop known for its chewy rice flour-based donuts, is celebrating its 7th anniversary at its Torrance and Irvine locations! As part of the celebration, the shop is bringing back the original donut sizes and prices from when it first opened in 2019, making these treats more affordable. From classic chocolate and strawberry to Japanese-inspired flavors like matcha and kinako (roasted soybean flour), there’s a variety of chewy mochi donuts to enjoy at a great price. Don’t miss this special opportunity! ■ Mochill Mochi Donuts Torrance: 3525 W. Carson St., Room 164-L, Torrance, CA 90503Irvine: 14230…

Shochu Rising 2026, an immersive Japanese shochu tasting event, will take place on Sunday, November 1, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for the general public and media. Hosted at WOKUNI Broadway, the event will feature more than 20 varieties of shochu from nine distilleries across Japan. Guests can enjoy tastings paired with specially prepared dishes, as well as seminars led by shochu experts. Advance registration is required. Register at the link below. ■ Shochu Rising 2026Location: 1359 Broadway, New York, NY 10018Website: x.gd/JIktT