Sukiya, a leading restaurant chain in Japan, is shutting down its nearly 2,000 locations for deep cleaning due to a couple of pest-related incidents. Following reports of a rat found in miso soup and another insect sighted in food, the company aims to address the issue by temporarily closing most of its restaurants from March 31 to April 4.
Sukiya Temporarily Closes Restaurants Following Pest Incidents
Sukiya Temporarily Closes Restaurants Following Pest Incidents
Japan's renowned beef-on-rice chain announces temporary outlets closure for thorough pest control after unsettling customer experiences.
After a troublesome few weeks, one of Japan's most popular restaurant chains, Sukiya, has announced a temporary closure of its outlets to conduct extensive cleaning and pest control measures. The decision follows alarming reports of pests being discovered in food served to customers, including a rat found in a bowl of miso soup at a location in Tottori. The rat incident, which occurred back in January, circulated widely on social media, prompting the restaurant to address the issue publicly.
In a recent statement, Sukiya confirmed that a customer spotted an insect—believed to be a cockroach—during a dining experience in Tokyo. To tackle these unsettling occurrences, the company has opted to close nearly all its restaurants for a period running from March 31 to April 4. During this time, the restaurant chain will take extensive measures to prevent further pest incursions and ensure thorough cleaning of their premises.
Sukiya has expressed remorse for any inconvenience and concern that these events have caused its patrons, emphasizing the importance of food safety and cleanliness. Following the announcement regarding the rat, the company witnessed fluctuations in its share price due to investor wariness. As a subsidiary of Zensho Holdings—parent to various restaurant brands—the implications of the pest issues may continue to impact its market presence.
In light of this challenging situation, Sukiya is committed to enhancing its operations to restore public confidence and ensure a safe dining environment for all customers. The chain will be implementing regular inspections and teaming up with pest control professionals to resolve the current dilemma effectively. As consumer trust hangs in the balance, Sukiya's next steps will be pivotal in determining the future of its establishments.
In a recent statement, Sukiya confirmed that a customer spotted an insect—believed to be a cockroach—during a dining experience in Tokyo. To tackle these unsettling occurrences, the company has opted to close nearly all its restaurants for a period running from March 31 to April 4. During this time, the restaurant chain will take extensive measures to prevent further pest incursions and ensure thorough cleaning of their premises.
Sukiya has expressed remorse for any inconvenience and concern that these events have caused its patrons, emphasizing the importance of food safety and cleanliness. Following the announcement regarding the rat, the company witnessed fluctuations in its share price due to investor wariness. As a subsidiary of Zensho Holdings—parent to various restaurant brands—the implications of the pest issues may continue to impact its market presence.
In light of this challenging situation, Sukiya is committed to enhancing its operations to restore public confidence and ensure a safe dining environment for all customers. The chain will be implementing regular inspections and teaming up with pest control professionals to resolve the current dilemma effectively. As consumer trust hangs in the balance, Sukiya's next steps will be pivotal in determining the future of its establishments.
