We’ve died and gone to sushi heaven.

One of the best parts about getting married at Yamashiro, besides the stunning LA views and intimate garden ceremonies, is that you can treat your guests to a culinary experience they’ll be talking about for years. These are the most important people in your life – why not give them the best?

In addition to hand-passed hors d’oeuvres and delicious entrees, one wedding option is this impressive sushi display. Made up of yellowtail, tuna, shrimp, salmon, California rolls and more, this display might get more attention than the flowers – but you won’t even mind.

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Everyone knows Yamashiro has a long and interesting history – if you need to brush up on the facts, click here to read up! In honor of #FlashbackFriday, we thought it would be fun to share some old collateral from press of the past. From shooting Memoirs of a Geisha to celeb spottings (John Cusack and Paula Abdul, anyone?), we hope these old school clippings will make you smile! Check out the years on these to get a better picture of how far we’ve come!

Temperatures are expected to hit the triple digits this weekend, and we’re craving something icy cold & refreshing – enter the Shiso-Hito, our new summer cocktail! With shiso leaf, lime, vodka, & housemade shiso-yuzu syrup, this is the perfect summer drink.

Shiso is a Japanese cooking herb from the mint family. You may have seen it holding grated wasabi next to your sushi, but it works perfectly in this refreshing cocktail! It comes together wonderfully with the tart, grapefruit-like flavor of the yuzu to create a beautiful beverage that will quench your thirst on even the hottest LA day.

Join us for dinner or at the Pagoda Bar Thurs-Sun and cool off above the city.

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It’s summer & we can’t help but have weddings on our minds – tis the season! Yamashiro offers the perfect place to tie the knot in Los Angeles, with our unparalleled views and sense of being up & away from the bustle of the city – not to mentioned our epic sushi displays! We love watching a couple say I do in the Yamashiro gardens, and wanted to share two photos of a recent Yamashiro bride by @your_love_inspires:

How stunning is she?

If you’re planning a wedding in Los Angeles, we’d love to talk more about how we can make dreams happen. Click here for more information, and lets get planning!

Sunday Funday just got even better.

The Pagoda Bar at Yamashiro is now open on Sundays in addition to Thursay-Saturday! Finish the weekend strong by bringing the whole crew to the Pagoda Bar, where you can sip on cocktails like our famous Mai Tai and enjoy small bites and sushi while overlooking all of LA. Good music, a perfect breeze, and most likely a fantastic sunset over the city await you!

Don’t let Monday ruin your Sunday. Squeeze every ounce of fun out of the weekend with us at Yamashiro!

It’s no secret that we love seeing the photos our guests post on Instagram – from sushi to cocktails to that Hollywood view, we can’t get enough! Check out our favorite Instagrams posted at Yamashiro so far this month, and make sure you’re following along to see the others we repost!

Have you hung out with us in the Pagoda Bar yet? Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday this summer, you can find us here – sipping drinks with all of Hollywood at our feet!

This is a great option for pre-dinner drinks, or just to come for the night’s first round with your friends! You won’t get a better view, vibe, or outdoor bar anywhere else – and you can quote us on that.

From beer and wine to Mai Tai’s, the summer essentials are at the Pagoda Bar. So grab the crew and meet us there!

Our last summer special to share is this vibrant, colorful, refreshing appetizer!

This is our Seared Rare Filet Mignon Carpaccio, served with fried shallots, soy vinaigrette, shaved parmesan, sesame seeds, and micro arugula. This starter is perfect for the warm summer nights we’re used to here in Hollywood – light and cool, but packing a punch when it comes to flavor. The soy vinaigrette works wonderfully with the fried shallots and tender meat to create a dish that is both surprising and refreshing.

Order this summer special on your next trip to Yamashiro and you won’t be disappointed! This starter will go perfect with your favorite sushi to start your evening off right.