As the grandson of a Japanese immigrant as a professional sushi chef, Japan itself is a part of my soul. My entire life has been spent learning its rich culture. But all too often, people associate Japanese culture with Japanese pop culture — like anime or electronics. I’m here to change that. Sushi Chef Stories is a love letter to my heritage, its name inspired by how I would entertain guests with Japanese trivia from behind the sushi bar. So pull up a chair, pour some saké, and let me tell you a story!