The Katsu-Ya group has 5 locations in Southern California and continues to grow. Under Chef Katsuya Uechi,
Izaka-ya by Katsu-ya opened in Manhattan Beach, CA in January 2010. Chef Uechi analyzed eating habits of the American public and stepped outside of what is considered to be Japanese cuisine, mixed with California-style cuisine. He is responsible for setting a fire to a new sushi trend which many other restaurant followed suit and now has a growing empire.
