{"id":171642,"date":"2025-06-13T11:38:15","date_gmt":"2025-06-13T02:38:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/?post_type=news&p=171642&lang=en"},"modified":"2025-06-13T18:00:15","modified_gmt":"2025-06-13T09:00:15","slug":"canalcity-kuohka","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.fukuoka-now.com\/en\/news\/canalcity-kuohka\/","title":{"rendered":"Canal City To Open New Gourmet Street \u2018kuohka\u2019 With 21 Restaurants"},"content":{"rendered":"

Canal City Hakata will unveil a brand-new gourmet street, \u201cCANAL Gourmet Street \u2018KUOHKA\u2019\u201d (hereafter referred to as \u201cKUOHKA\u201d), on Friday, July 18, 2025, on the B1F level of the Grand Building.<\/span><\/p>\n

A new culinary hub debuts in Canal City Hakata!<\/b>
\n<\/span>KUOHKA brings together 21 eagerly anticipated eateries, including 8 making their debut in Japan or Kyushu.<\/span><\/p>\n

The name \u201cKUOHKA\u201d is a portmanteau of the Japanese words <\/span>kuu<\/span><\/i> (to eat) and <\/span>ouka<\/span><\/i> (to revel), reflecting the concept of a food street where visitors can casually enjoy exceptional cuisine in a gourmet-rich environment. This new dining area features a total of 21 standout establishments, including 8 firsts for Japan or Kyushu and 7 new concepts from popular restaurants\u2014offering a vibrant gourmet alley that is set to become a new must-visit food destination in Fukuoka.<\/span><\/p>\n

Featuring restaurants supervised by Michelin-starred chefs and brand-new concepts from popular eateries<\/b>
\nEvery restaurant in KUOHKA contributes to enhancing Fukuoka\u2019s culinary status. Among the 21 establishments are those overseen by chefs who have earned Michelin stars, as well as new ventures from acclaimed restaurants. With a well-balanced mix of Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisine, KUOHKA also features a wine bar and contemporary snack bars, ensuring a wide appeal across all ages and tastes.<\/span><\/p>\n

A vibrant gourmet street where alleyways and eateries merge<\/b>
\nA defining feature of KUOHKA is its layout\u2014designed like a town with an engaging mix of open and semi-closed spaces. The alleys and restaurants are thoughtfully arranged to create a lively, inviting food street.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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List of Tenants<\/b><\/h3>\n

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01 | Yakiuo Ishikawa Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Japanese (Grilled Fish)<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A new concept developed over 10 years by the founder of a renowned sushi shop. Fresh fish grilled on a teppan.<\/span><\/p>\n

02 | French Kushiage Beignet Canal City Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Bar \/ French Kushiage (Deep-fried Skewers)<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Seasonal Kyushu ingredients prepared with refined French techniques in luxurious skewered bites.<\/span><\/p>\n

03 | Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Sushi<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Authentic Edo-style sushi from the third-generation owner of a longstanding seafood wholesaler in Tokyo\u2019s Tsukiji outer market.<\/span><\/p>\n

04 | Unagi no Eight Canal City Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Eel Cuisine<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A specialty eel restaurant from Nakasu\u2019s popular kappo “Ajimi,” featuring fluffy eel and signature dashimaki omelets.<\/span><\/p>\n

05 | Charcoal Steak irori by DAISUKE TAKUBO<\/b>
\n<\/b> Steak \/ Japanese Set Meals<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Supervised by Michelin-starred Chef Daisuke Takubo from the Tokyo Guide. Premium meats, seafood, and vegetables grilled over Josper charcoal and served in a \u201cTravel Japan\u201d set meal format.<\/span><\/p>\n

06 | Bistro Tout La Joie<\/b>
\n<\/b> Fusion Cuisine<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A famous Nagoya restaurant makes its Kyushu debut. Chef Sumoto presents a food lover\u2019s paradise.<\/span><\/p>\n

07 | I.N.U. wines HAKATA<\/b>
\n<\/b> Wine Bar & Wine Shop<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> From Imazumi, Fukuoka, “I.N.U. wines” opens a combined wine shop and bar.<\/span><\/p>\n

08 | Snack Thirty-Eight Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Designer Neo-Snack Bar<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> From Miyako Island, this stylish and approachable neo-snack bar is a new destination in Hakata for all generations.<\/span><\/p>\n

09 | Snack Eighty-Three Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Designer Neo-Snack Bar<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A next-gen snack bar where guests can enjoy karaoke, sports viewing, light bites, and non-alcoholic drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n

10 | Gracia Gastrobar de Barcelona HAKATA<\/b>
\n<\/b> Modern Spanish<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A Spanish bar supervised by a top chef with Michelin stars in both Spain and Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n

11 | N.Y. Italian NO CODE. H by FUMIO YONEZAWA<\/b>
\n<\/b> Italian<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Supervised by Michelin-starred Chef Fumio Yonezawa, this borderless New York-style tapas and Italian spot brings a fresh perspective.<\/span><\/p>\n

12 | OKOMUSU Paris<\/b>
\n<\/b> Teppanyaki \/ Okonomiyaki \/ Galettes<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> After winning over gourmets in Paris, this okonomiyaki shop makes its triumphant return to Japan in Hakata.<\/span><\/p>\n

13 | Kushiyaki Kohada<\/b>
\n<\/b> Kushiyaki & Bar<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A yakitori-focused venture by Kiyoki, a respected restaurant in Hirao, Fukuoka, complete with in-house bar.<\/span><\/p>\n

14 | Kyushu Chinese Chicken Noodles Kimura Hanten by NOGI NISHIAZABU TOKYO<\/b>
\n<\/b> Chinese \/ Ramen<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Supervised by Michelin-experienced Chef Kimura. Featuring lemon chicken soba, creamy chicken & pork broth noodles, and small-plate Chinese dishes.<\/span><\/p>\n

15 | Hakata Motsunabe Ikkei<\/b>
\n<\/b> Motsunabe (Offal Hot Pot)<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A celebrated Hakata classic offering carefully sourced offal, vegetables, and noodles in a rich hot pot experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

16 | Uonomaru Hide<\/b>
\n<\/b> Seafood Izakaya<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A new concept from \u201cImaizumi Ikon\u201d! Directly operated by a seafood wholesaler, sourcing top-grade ingredients daily from Nagahama and Kurume markets.<\/span><\/p>\n

17 | Motsuyaki Furuya<\/b>
\n<\/b> Kushiyaki (Grilled Skewers)<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> A skewer restaurant from the team behind \u201cFuruya\u201d in Hirao, specializing in grilled offal skewers.<\/span><\/p>\n

18 | BACARO CARBON Oyster Bar<\/b>
\n<\/b> Oyster Bar & Italian<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Fresh raw oysters served in the style of a Venetian bacaro (casual bar-style eatery).<\/span><\/p>\n

19 | Kaisenya Hajime no Ippo<\/b>
\n<\/b> Seafood Izakaya<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> From its famous sesame mackerel to preparation methods, ingredients, and sourcing, this izakaya is dedicated to seafood excellence.<\/span><\/p>\n

20 | Nihon Soba Sumijurou<\/b>
\n<\/b> Soba \/ Japanese Cuisine<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i> Savor the toasty aroma and natural sweetness of 100% buckwheat soba, complemented by seasonal Japanese dishes and sake.<\/span><\/p>\n

21 | THE CITY BAKERY Canal City Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Bakery & Caf\u00e9<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Celebrating its 10th anniversary in Fukuoka, this New York-born bakery makes its debut in the Hakata area.<\/span><\/p>\n

THE CITY BAKERY BAR & GRILL Canal City Hakata<\/b>
\n<\/b> Bar & Grill<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>The bakery\u2019s first venture into teppanyaki, showcasing Kyushu ingredients in a new bar and grill concept.<\/span><\/p>\n

Source: <\/b>KUOHKA<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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