Sukiya (restaurant chain)

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Sukiya (restaurant chain)[edit | edit source]

Sukiya is a popular Japanese restaurant chain known for its fast food-style service and diverse menu. The chain is operated by Zensho Holdings, a major food service corporation in Japan.

History[edit | edit source]

Zensho Holdings established Sukiya in 1982. The first restaurant was opened in Yokohama, Japan. Since then, the chain has expanded rapidly, with over 2,000 locations in Japan and several international branches.

Menu[edit | edit source]

Sukiya's menu is known for its variety and affordability. The chain's signature dish is gyudon, a bowl of rice topped with thinly sliced beef and onions. Other popular items include curry rice, ramen, and various types of donburi.

International Expansion[edit | edit source]

Sukiya has expanded beyond Japan, with locations in several other countries. The chain has restaurants in Brazil, Mexico, China, Taiwan, and Malaysia, among others.

Criticism and Controversy[edit | edit source]

Despite its popularity, Sukiya has faced criticism and controversy. In 2012, the chain was involved in a scandal involving the mislabeling of food products. The incident led to a temporary closure of several Sukiya locations.

See Also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  • [Official Website of Sukiya]
  • [Zensho Holdings Corporate Information]
  • [News Article on Sukiya's International Expansion]
  • [News Article on Sukiya's Food Mislabeling Scandal]

External Links[edit | edit source]

  • [Sukiya on TripAdvisor]
  • [Sukiya on Yelp]

Please note that this is a basic outline and the actual article would need to be fleshed out with more detailed information and references.

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