I met up with a new friend for dinner at Japantown. We walked around a bit before settling into Takara Restaurant, an obscure restaurant located on the east side of the plaza. As I've gotten to explore trendy Japanese restaurants around the city, I appreciate the places that serve more simple, traditional Japanese dishes. Although Takara's menu is extensive, the dishes are uncomplicated and authentic. I went with the chirashi, which came with miso soup and a savory egg custard. The chirashi presentation was beautiful and the sashimi was fresh and delicious.
