Shellfish at our Bothell Japanese Restaurant

Do you love shellfish?  So do we!  Scallops, mussels, crabs, and more, we’ve got all of your favorites at our sushi restaurant in Bothell!  Japan has been enjoying shellfish as a big part of its culinary tradition for many years, loving them not only for their great taste but also for the many health benefits […]


Sushi and Mercury Concerns

Should I be worried about mercury?  It’s a question on the mind of many people when it comes to eating fish.  We want you to feel safe when you dine at our Bothell sushi restaurant, so we offer the following facts to ease your mind. In all honesty, mercury is nearly impossible to avoid.  It’s […]


Omega-3: the Fish vs. Flax Debate

Millions of health-conscious people are looking to fish and flax for the indispensable omega-3 fatty acids they require. Fish are the source we favor here at our Bothell sushi restaurant, for obvious reasons. Not only is seafood a delicious part of Japanese cuisine, but there is also some scientific research indicating that fish simply contain […]


Cucumber Rolls and the Legend of the Kappa

Whether you’re a vegetarian or simply somebody looking for a simple, mild sushi to go with your meal, you’ve got a friend in the cucumber roll. It’s a classic favorite at Sushi Hana’s Bothell Japanese restaurant, consisting of a piece of cucumber rolled up in a layer of rice. In Japan, the cucumber roll is […]


The Value of Supporting Farmed Fish

It’s easy to take the ocean and its bounty for granted. The Earth is roughly seventy percent water, after all, so it’s hard to fathom that it might actually run out of fish. This is, unfortunately, a problem that we need to deal with in the modern world. Unsustainable fishing practices and pollution are putting […]