Episode 04: Jiro Maestu

“Let’s see how big a community program can get!”

Jiro Maestu, founder of Poche Studio based in Little Tokyo, talks about the origins and aspirations of Little Tokyo Table Tennis, a new (and super popular) community program at the Terasaki Budokan. Jiro also talks about his experiences growing up in both France and LA, and recommends a few restaurants with vegetarian options in Little Tokyo.

Jiro’s Links:

Poche / LTTT hats

Little Tokyo Table Tennis (LTTT) at Terasaki Budokan

Jiro’s Recommendations:

Hachioji Craft Ramen

Rakkan Ramen - for vegan & vegetarian options

Hama Sushi

Notes

  • Walter says that Hachioji’s fried rice has duck in it, but it’s actually pork fried rice. Oops.

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