Mitsuru Grill

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These are photos of Mitsuru Grill on 1st Street of the Little Tokyo disrtrict in Los Angeles. The restaurant serves American and Japanese dishes as well as fusion food. The restaurant owner, Mamoru Hanamura, is a member of the Issei generation, and has been a part of the Little Tokyo community for over 30 years.

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Photo of a photo of 1st Street and San Pedro

A photograph taken in March 2010 of a historic photograph hanging in the dining area of Mitsuru Grill, located in Little Tokyo.

Photo of a photo of 1st Street and San Pedro
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A President Comes to Visit Little Tokyo

A photograph taken in March 2010 of a photograph taken in the early to mid 20th century depicting a presidential visit to Little Tokyo. 

A President Comes to Visit Little Tokyo
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Meeting of Cultures at Mitsuru Grill

This photograph depicts the meeting of modern culture and traditional Japanese restaurant decoration. 

Meeting of Cultures at Mitsuru Grill
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Bowl of Ramen at Mitsuru Grill

This photograph shows a typical lunch of ramen that one could enjoy at Mitsuru Grill. 

Bowl of Ramen at Mitsuru Grill
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Lunchtime at Mitsuru Grill

This photograph shows a typical lunch of ramen and assorted sushi that one could enjoy at Mitsuru Grill.

Lunchtime at Mitsuru Grill
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The beverage fridge at Mitsuru Grill

This photograph shows the combination of classic American sodas and specialty Japanese drinks in the beverage fridge at Mitsuru Grill.

The beverage fridge at Mitsuru Grill
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Sushi Bar at Mitsuru Grill

A photograph of the sushi bar at Mitsuru Grill. The sushi bar is located in the foyer of the restaurant.

Sushi Bar at Mitsuru Grill
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The Menu at Mitsuru Grill

A photograph of the two types of menus at Mitsuru Grill.  The top menu lists the more traditional Japanese foods, while the bottom menu lists the Japanese / American fusion options.

The Menu at Mitsuru Grill
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Historic Photograph of 316 1st Street

This photo depicts the location of what is now Mitsuru Grill. Previously, the store front belonged to a pharmacy. 

Historic Photograph of 316 1st Street
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community history

stephvarela — Last modified Jun 28 2021 1:49 a.m.


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