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His Shin Sushi in Encino is a sushi bar experience stripped to its essence.
After spending a few nights across the counter from him, I’m convinced that Azumi is a vital player in the Los Angeles sushi arena.
His résumé includes three big local names — Asanebo, Mori and the now-closed Sushi of Gari — and he grew up in the business.
(Silvia Razgova / For The Times)Then, Azumi launches into the progression of nigiri.
(Silvia Razgova / For The Times)Shin SushiLocation: 16573 Ventura Blvd., Encino, (818) 616-4148, facebook.com/Shinsushicorp.