Kushikatsu Tanaka Opens New Store in Asty Okazaki on June 11, Targeting New Customers at Station-Connected Location

Kushikatsu Tanaka Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Unisia Holdings Co., Ltd., will open the 'Kushikatsu Tanaka Asty Okazaki Store' on Thursday, June 11, 2026.

Okazaki Station is a major terminal bustling with commuters and students. By opening in the prime location of Asty Okazaki, directly connected to the station, the company aims to create a restaurant that can be casually used by a wide range of customers: business people and students on weekdays, and families after shopping on holidays, striving to become a staple spot within the station complex.

The company is now just one prefecture (Wakayama) away from having a presence throughout Japan. Kushikatsu Tanaka will continue to aim for store management that is loved by many customers to establish 'kushikatsu as a representative food culture of Japan.'

Asty Okazaki Store Details - **Location:** Asty Okazaki 102, 130-1 Higashi-Arako, Hane-cho, Okazaki-shi, Aichi Prefecture (1-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Tokaido Main Line Okazaki Station) - **Phone:** 0564-64-0677 (Available from opening day) - **Hours:** Weekdays 11:00-15:00 / 17:00-23:00, Weekends & Holidays 12:00-23:00 - **Seating:** 62 seats - **Closing Days:** Follows the facility's schedule - **Opening Campaign:** From Thursday, June 11 to Wednesday, June 17, 2026, The Premium Malt's Kaoru Ale will be offered for 290 JPY (319 JPY incl. tax).

About the Menu - **Kushikatsu:** The sauce, batter, and oil are all original, with a secret recipe. - **Takeout:** Available for enjoyment at home. - **Osaka Specialties:** Includes 'Tanaka's Kasu Udon,' 'Saiboshi' (smoked horse meat), 'Negi Mamire Cheese Teppanyaki,' and 'Nikusui with Tofu.' - **Experiential Menu:** Features a 'Potato Salad' that customers can mash to their liking and 'Takoyaki' that they can cook themselves (a 9-piece set is free for parties with children of elementary school age or younger).

Services for Children Children are considered an important customer segment to ensure long-term patronage for the next 10 to 20 years.

Strengthening Franchise Recruitment To establish kushikatsu as a food culture nationwide, Kushikatsu Tanaka is accelerating store openings. The company now holds regular online franchise information sessions to share its 17 years of operational know-how and business model. - **Application:** Via the online franchise information session application form. - **Content:** Business overview, franchise system details, revenue model, support structure, etc. - **Format:** Using Google Meet. - **Schedule:** Every other Monday (2nd and 4th) from 14:00 or 15:00. - **Cost:** Free.