Kanpai Japanese Restaurant will be closed all Nov. for visiting Korea, will reopen Dec. 3rd.

This understated Japanese restaurant in Mount Pleasant focuses on carefully crafted sushi and sashimi prepared to order by the chef. Diners praise the fresh fish, thoughtful flavor combinations, and artful presentation, along with a few Korean dishes that add variety. The compact, unpretentious space and attentive staff create an intimate, relaxed dining experience, with a sushi-themed film sometimes playing above the counter.