{"id":1584,"date":"2026-04-27T15:01:39","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T19:01:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/openlab.macaulay.cuny.edu\/nyfoodatlas\/?post_type=locations&p=1584"},"modified":"2026-04-30T13:39:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T17:39:45","slug":"kazunori-the-original-hand-roll-bar","status":"publish","type":"locations","link":"https:\/\/openlab.macaulay.cuny.edu\/nyfoodatlas\/locations\/kazunori-the-original-hand-roll-bar\/","title":{"rendered":"KazuNori: The Original Hand Roll Bar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Located on University Place near Union Square Park, KazuNori sells simple yet tasty hand rolls. Unlike many other sushi restaurants I’ve been to, this place has very limited seating, as the layout features a single bar where the hand rolls are made right in front of you. I was able to observe the chef\u2019s swift yet precise movements, which took him less than a minute to complete a single hand roll.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each hand roll is very simply made, consisting of nori, rice, and fish. According to the Sushi Nozawa Group, the simplicity of the hand roll is actually their ultimate goal.1<\/a><\/sup> Tom Nozawa, the founder of KazuNori, strives to bring a traditional, high-quality sushi experience to America; however, making perfect sushi involves many meticulous steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, selecting the perfect fish is the key to great sushi. They leverage the strong relationships they\u2019ve built with fish suppliers and use several pieces of monitoring equipment, including temperature gauges and probes, to check for color, fat content, size, and freshness. Even down to the rice, they have consistently bought from a Japanese company that grows their harvest in the Sacramento Delta. They examine every batch of rice ordered, looking for moisture and the right amount of \u201cchalk\u201d, which can influence the flavor and texture of the grains.2<\/a><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

KazuNori isn\u2019t simply a Japanese sushi restaurant but a place that has perfectly honed its craft to deliver high-quality sushi. Its simplicity is intentional; the fresh fish, soft rice, and crunchy nori come together to create the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Sometimes, minimalism isn\u2019t a bad thing when it comes to food. It can enhance the natural flavors and textures of each ingredient, just like it does at KazuNori.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
By Alexandra Deligente
At KazuNori, simplicity becomes an art. Be able to watch the chef craft hand rolls right before your eyes, using high-quality fish, warm rice, and crispy nori to create the perfect bite. Through tradition and precision, this spot proves that combining simple ingredients can deliver a remarkable flavor.
Campus: College of Staten Island
Professor: Jane Marcus-Delgado
Location: 15 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001
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  1. “<\/em>Our Obsession.” KazuNori. <\/em>Accessed April 6, 2026. https:\/\/www.handrollbar.com\/our-food\/<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. “Our Obsession.” KazuNori.<\/em> Accessed April 6, 2026. https:\/\/www.handrollbar.com\/our-food\/<\/a>. \u21a9\ufe0e<\/a><\/li>
    2. “Our Obsession.” KazuNori.<\/em> Accessed April 6, 2026. https:\/\/www.handrollbar.com\/our-food\/<\/a>. \u21a9\ufe0e<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n

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