An iconic Japanese restaurant, Shuko, has announced its permanent closure. After serving the community for 13 years, the restaurant will close on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Shuko has invited fans and customers to visit one last time before its final day.
Shuko to Close After 13 Years of Culinary Excellence
New York’s high-end Japanese-inspired restaurant, Shuko, plans for permanent closure. The restaurant, located in 47 E 12th Street, is popularly known for serving authentic omakase and kaiseki dining experiences.
It serves multi-course tasting menus that blend classic Japanese techniques with a modern flair. From sushi-focused omakase to elaborate kaiseki-style menus, Shuko pairs its food with a carefully curated and extensive drink selection. Some of the favorite items on the menu include Sushi Kaiseki, Hokkaido Uni, and Wagyu Beef Hand Roll.
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The restaurant shared the closure announcement on Instagram and said, “Shuko’s final service will be on January 24, 2026. It truly marks the end of an era for us.”
The team behind the restaurant added a note of warm invitation for the community to come and celebrate the restaurant one last time.
The Chefs Behind the Acclaimed Omakase Restaurant
Chefs Nick Kim and Jimmy Lau first met in 2005 while working at Masa in Columbus Circle. The restaurant earned three Michelin stars and a four-star review from The New York Times.
Nearly a decade later, the two chefs partnered on their first project, Neta. After that experience, they decided to focus on opening their own restaurant, Shuko.
In a statement, the team behind Shuko reflected on the journey, noting that the restaurant began as a passion project between two friends and has grown into a close-knit community.
“As we prepare to step into a new chapter in our lives, we do so with deep gratitude. We cannot thank you enough for your continued support, loyalty, and love over the years. Shuko has been what it is because of you,” said the team behind Shuko.
As Shuko prepares for its final service, it marks the end of a notable chapter in New York’s dining scene.
