Tokyo Diner
Tokyo Diner is a three-floor Japanese restaurant on the corner of Newport Place and Lisle Street in the "Chinatown" area of the West End of London. The company was formed in January 1990 by Richard Hills, and the restaurant opened to the public in December 1992. The restaurant closed in March 2020 due to the Coronavirus pandemic, and as of September 2020, has not yet reopened. History. In 1987, Richard Hills began taking Japanese evening classes, where he became interested in Japanese culture, considering it fascinating and beguiling. Two years later, he went to Japan to learn  more about its culture. When he returned to London, having known the delights of cheap, cheerful eateries in Japan, he transformed the vacant launderette below his own flat into Tokyo Diner and opened in December 1992. As the proprietor, he stated, "it seems that my conviction proved right, because we went into profit within the first month of trading and, despite numerous competitors opening (and closing), we have never been short of customers." Policies. Tokyo Diner has the policy of using sustainable sources for its service ever since its opening in 1992. According to the staff members of Tokyo Diner , to extend awareness of the need to reduce the consumption of tuna, the restaurant will not serve tuna-based food. Another policy is the non-acceptance of tips. According to the menu, any money left on tables (regardless of the intention of the owners) will go to St. Martin-in-the-Fields’ unit for the Homeless.