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IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 26, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kura Sushi USA, Inc. (“Kura Sushi” or the “Company”), (NASDAQ: KRUS), a fast-growing technology-enabled Japanese restaurant concept, today announced that it opened its 24^th location on December 21, 2019, in Katy, TX.

Located at 23330 Grand Circle Blvd., Suite 120, Katy, TX 77449, the 3,520 square foot restaurant has seating for 119 guests and employs approximately 40 team members. As part of Kura’s new design concept, the Katy location features contemporary fixtures and reflects an enhanced Japanese influence.

“The Katy opening marks our 8^th store in the Texas market and our 24^th restaurant nationwide,” said Hajime “Jimmy” Uba, President and CEO of Kura Sushi USA. “We are excited to bring our distinctive “Kura Experience” to both new and loyal guests as we continue to expand our footprint.”

About Kura Sushi USA, Inc.

Kura Sushi USA, Inc. is a technology-enabled Japanese restaurant concept with 24 locations in five states. The Company offers guests a distinctive dining experience built on authentic Japanese cuisine and an engaging revolving sushi service model. Kura Sushi USA, Inc. was established in 2008 as a subsidiary of Kura Sushi, Inc., a Japan-based revolving sushi chain with over 400 restaurants and 35 years of brand history. For more information, please visit www.kurasushi.com.

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