OSAKA -- Conveyor-belt sushi chain Kura Sushi opened its first mainland China location Thursday in Shanghai, aiming to have 100 outlets in the world's second-largest economy by 2033 as locals resume dining out after long COVID shutdowns.
Shanghai restaurant features touchless system

Kura Sushi's new Shanghai restaurant features covers that can be opened without touching them on the dishes that are carried on a conveyer belt. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)
OSAKA -- Conveyor-belt sushi chain Kura Sushi opened its first mainland China location Thursday in Shanghai, aiming to have 100 outlets in the world's second-largest economy by 2033 as locals resume dining out after long COVID shutdowns.