Extremely fresh fish with generous portions in a casual, underground space. I think this is a reasonably priced establishment for the level of fish (phenomenal) and service (reasonable and attentive, but not like a fancier sit down restaurant) that you get. I am always surprised at how full I am when I leave! I'm stuffed every time. There is complementary miso soup with all of the bowls I've tried, outlined below. I really loved all of the bowls I've tried but my favorites are probably the Sake Aisuru Don and Kuromon Don. I just prefer more salmon to more tuna though, and they're all very good! Food: - Sake Aisuru Don: their classic all-salmon bowl! I loved the larger cuts of salmon, and I was pleasantly surprised that even the more pulverized salmon was flavorful! - Kuromon Don: loved the yellowtail in this! Each fish comes with two pieces (except the mackerel for which there are four), and I liked the sampler style for the salmon, tuna, yellowtail, and izumidai. - Maguro Toro Don: so much tuna! And all such high quality. The otoro was so fatty that it practically melted in my mouth without chewing. - Sake Maguro Hamachi Don: a mix of salmon, blue fin tuna, and yellowtail. I liked the yellowtail in this a lot and found that it stood out the most from the other two fish in this particular bowl! read more

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Came to Boston for a work trip and really wanted to eat something light and healthier. I loved it so much I came back twice! I came during lunchtime on a Monday. It was adequately busy but still had seats open. The lunch menu is very affordable! If you can, I'd highly recommend going for lunch instead of dinner. Service was really quick! Received my meal in like 5-7 mins after ordering. Fish was super fresh and I really liked the different textures in the Hoseki Don. I also added in negitoro. They gave me a big clump of it! The second time I went back, I ordered take out so I could eat it at the airport for dinner. I ordered the Sake Maguro Hamachi don, added ikura and negitoro. Again, so impressed with the quality of the fish and the size of it. They didn't skimp out and really enjoyed the thickness of the sashimi despite it only being 3 pieces. It was a very satiating bowl. Cant wait to come back next time again! read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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absolutely adore tora! one of the few places i'd always recommend in boston! fish quality is pretty good and they have a good variety on the menu! i'd recommend the aburi waygu don but also something more interesting is the kani-yaki tama don however that's a bit more if u like imitation crab! resturant inside is pretty casual and service once seated is usually good and quick however resturant itself is very small so wait times on weekends are ALWAYS long but again it's a given for how popular the resturant is! (p.s. i've been here soooo many times times so i'd also say quality has always been consistent) read more

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Place was great. If you love Tora ramen, Tora Japanese needs to be the next spot on your list. Note: not many vegetarian things, but the staff made some great recommendations. Ambience is modern, clean, and chic. The food was beautifully cooked and prepared! Good amount for the price, too. The soup was 10/10 delicious. read more

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Today was the first time I dined in at Tora for lunch! I usually go for dinner but had some extra time to grab a quick lunch. We ordered the LR2: Sake Hamachi Hotate Don & the M1: Pinku maki roll. All of the lunch menu items come with miso soup and 2 slices of pickled radish, just like their dinner menu! ***lunch menu only available on weekdays & non-holidays*** The LR2 came with 2 of each fish: salmon, yellowtail, scallop, & tamago egg. It made for the perfect portion size for lunch. We had to order the pinku maki, it's our favorite roll w/ torched salmon. Once we ordered, our food came within 5 min! Granted, it wasn't too busy when we visited at 3pm but love how fast the food comes even during dinner hours when it's packed. Tora is definitely one of my favorite spots to go to in Chinatown! Highly recommend it for anyone looking good quality sashimi bowls. read more

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If you're looking for high quality sushi for a great price in Boston, this is the spot. For dinner on Saturday, we waited an hour... I would say it's worth it. I'd wait again! Upon looking at the menu, you can tell that this place definitely specializes in their dons (aka sushi bowls). So many to choose from, but I decided to go with their most popular: Sake Aisuru Don. I like that it comes with miso soup. The salmon was so fresh! The salmon belly was so buttery. I was sat at the bar so I was able to watch the chefs assemble the dons. Wow, the cuts of toro looked amazing. I want to go back and try their tuna bowl for sure. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K3. Sake Aisuru Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stopped in on weekday (usually we here for dinner) so first time going for lunch! Hit the lunch menu kept it light grabbed the LR2 sake hamachi hotate don! And a Pinku roll! Our server was very nice. Thank you. Fish was fresh, good texture today and flavors blended well! Parking was light today for once and lunch time mid week was great, not crowded! read more

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Located in Chinatown, a cute slightly hidden space. Be mindful that they only take walk-in! First come first serve, you go in and make sure you put your name down, if the host is not there, you need to write your name down on the notepad. This is my go to sushi place for casual eats. Decently priced. The fish is always fresh! I went with a friend after work and we both shared a drink, Yuzu sake carafe (dangerously good, tasted like citrusy sprite. It is bubbly). For food we both got individual servings of Sake Maguro Hamachi Don. Thick cuts of salmon, tuna, and hamachi. Every don came with miso soup and pickled radish. Perfect amount of food. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K11. Sake Maguro Hamachi Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had an excellent salmon rice bowl--very simple but delightfully fresh and fatty salmon, served with miso soup and rice. Ambiance is nice, sitting at the sushi bar lets you feel involved in the action. Also very quick service. Nothing elaborate but the simple stuff done great. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Perfect meal for sushi over rice bowls. Service was very attentive and fast. Food came quickly too. Definitely stop by for a late night bite! I'm still thinking about this meal. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K3. Sake Aisuru Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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The sushi was prepared beautifully and the food came out quick! It was delicious and plentiful. The restaurant is clean and the staff is knowledgeable and courteous. Would love to go back if given the chance! read more

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I got off at the South Station and wandered over here. The restaurant is located in a basement with limited space, and mainly serves seafood donburi丼, making it more suitable for a quick meal for 1-2 . Itadori Don虎杖丼: Sea urchin, salmon, tuna, salmon roe, scallops, octopus, crab sticks, avocado, tamago玉子, and cucumber - a mixed dish, perfect for first-timers wanting to try everything. The sashimi was indeed quite fresh, with a firm yet tender texture, and the open display on the counter showed the restaurant's confidence in its freshness; however, I personally felt the quality could be improved. The sea urchin wasn't smooth enough, and the salmon and tuna were too lean, lacking in fat aroma. The rice itself was also lightly seasoned, becoming dry and less smooth towards the end, and ultimately uninteresting. Finally, I couldn't resist drizzling some shoyu醤油 on top, which instantly elevated the experience. Matcha Cheesecake: Absolutely not recommended. The cheese was too heavy and hard, the matcha flavor was very weak, and the accompanying cream had a very weird foamy texture. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K17. Itadori Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Insanely buttery and fresh fish. I was looking for a fast place to have a bite. I wasn't expecting this kind of experience. A very "hole in the wall" vibe. It gets pretty busy around 7/7:30pm. I was seated at the bar immediately as a 6:45 walk in. Within 3 minutes of ordering, my food was served. I ordered the K11, which came with salmon, tuna, and yellowtail. I added sweet raw shrimp. Delicious. It all came with hot miso soup. My server was helpful too - she gave me a great recommendation. The price compared to the amount of food is very fair. I would absolutely come here again! Ps - if you sit by the bar, you get to enjoy the chefs preparing food right in front of you read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K11. Sake Maguro Hamachi Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My favorite spot in Chinatown, hands down. The food is consistently delicious, and I especially love their bowl selections! And the sushi? It always just tastes great. Ambiance? It's giving hidden gem kind of vibe. One of my favorite parts of coming here is sitting where you can watch the sushi masters work. It genuinely feels like watching artists perfect their craft, plate by plate. I've been here countless times: lunch, dinner, solo meals, with friends, with family...you name it. It's one of my go-to places for bringing people because it never disappoints. They're incredibly well managed: we're always seated promptly, there's rarely a long backlog of lines, and the food comes out on time. read more

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Overall: 5/5 Food: 5/5 - I got the k15 (kuromon don) and my friend got the k3 (sake aisuru don) and we both thought our bowls tasted delicious ! The fish tasted very fresh with no fishy smell and the food came out pretty fast. Service: 5/5 - Our server was very friendly and we were quickly seated (on a Saturday afternoon). Value: 5/5 - The total for both of the bowls ended up being around $62 and we thought that the value was there for the quality of the food ! I would definitely recommend and come back. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K3. Sake Aisuru Don (left ) K15. Kuromon Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

One of my favorite spots in Boston! They seriously have some of the freshest sashimi in the city. Everything always tastes amazing and super fresh. Last time we went, we ordered the Niji Maki, California Roll, and Salmon Avocado Maki. We also got the Kuromon Don, which comes with salmon, tuna, mackerel, yellowtail, and izumidai sashimi over rice, plus a side of miso soup. I added a seaweed salad, and we got some sashimi and nigiri à la carte- sake, maguro, tako, and ikura (salmon roe). Every single bite was delicious! A few tips if you're planning to go: - There's usually a wait, since they don't take reservations and the space is small. - Smaller parties (especially 2 people) get seated faster- there's a sushi bar and just a few small tables. - I don't think this place is for big groups, however, they do accept big ish parties, but you'll definitely wait longer. Even with the wait, it's so worth it. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

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Came here on a chilly night for dinner and got there just in time before the rush! It's a cozy basement restaurant that only seats a few parties. We were seated at the bar which was nice because we got to see the chefs in action! We both got buns to start and loved them. I had to try the salmon aisuru bowl I have been eyeing online and it did not disappoint! It was so fresh and tasty and loved the different salmon bites. Will definitely be back ! read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - A6. Unagi Bun A7. Cha Shu Bun - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Definitely easy to understand why this spot is always so busy! The sushi and kaisen don are both so fresh and priced well for what you get, it's worth the visit for that alone. Honestly you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The sushi was fresh and tasted really good. Raw fish portions for the rice bowls are also pretty generous with prices mostly in the $18-28 range. Staff here are quick and friendly and do a decent job managing the crowds during dinner. The space is small with about 8 seats at the bar, then a couple small tables so plan ahead. Take out is also a good option if needed. I'm excited to come back and try more of their raw fish. read more

I came here with my sister and a friend after seeing it highly recommended online!! We came for an early dinner at 4:15pm ish on a Friday, which means we were seated right away at a table. It does fill up though--by the time we left around 5:15, it was already packed! We were so excited for the kaisendon. My friend got the sake maguro hamachi don, my sister got the maguro toro don, and I got the sake aisuru don! All of them came with a nice miso soup. My sister and I kind of split the toro and salmon bowls and we also added a side order of hamachi (2 pieces). This was a pretty hefty serving of fish and rice, so we were definitely stuffed and satisfied by the end. The fish was really high quality and delicious. There are so many options of kaisendon bowls and you can add certain fish on, so there's a lot of opportunity to mix and match. The restaurant is tucked away in a semi-basement space, and though it may seem unassuming from the front, the inside is quite suave! This hit the spot and exceeded our expectations, so we all definitely want to go back!! read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K7. Maguro Toro Don, K3. Sake Aisuru Don, K11. Sake Maguro Hamachi Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tora came highly recommended on social media, but I wasn't really amazed by everything we had (especially considering the prices). The menu has a good variety, which was perfect for my party since we had some people that don't eat sushi. We really liked the deluxe platter because everything was fresh and cold. All the makis we ordered were also hits. On the other hand, we weren't impressed by the octopus carpaccio or the torched scallops because they were pretty bland. The staff was attentive despite having a full house, and were able to get everything out to us pretty fast. The dining space can get a bit cramped, especially since they're pretty popular. I'd come back again to try the rice bowls and get more sashimi, but I don't think I'll go for their appetizers again. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

One of my favorite spots in China town. Basement location but it's quaint. It can be a long wait if you're there at busy dinner times. The food is great. I often do rice bowls. The fish is very fresh. I always attempt to try something new. This time I did the unagi bun. It's definitely with getting. The bun is so soft and the eel was savory. I typically over order so it's a struggle to eat it all. I usually emerge victorious though so don't worry. Love this spot. When in China town and not sure what I want, I had to Tora. It never disappoints. read more

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Overall:This was my first time trying this place, and I loved it place so much. The atmosphere feels welcoming, the service was genuinely sweet and attentive, and the food came out impressively fast without feeling rushed. It's the kind of neighborhood spot that feels reliable when you're craving fresh Japanese food. Takoyaki:Flavor-wise, these were really good, but texture-wise they fell a bit short. They lacked the crispy exterior and slight crust that makes takoyaki especially satisfying. Still enjoyable, just not quite the texture I was hoping for. Akasaka Maki:This one was partially user error -- we let it sit too long, so the shrimp lost some of its crunch by the time we ate it. Even so, the roll was flavorful and well-balanced. I do wish it came with eel sauce, which would have added a nice touch of sweetness and richness. Sake Maguro Hamachi Don (Salmon, Bluefin Tuna, and Yellowtail):Absolutely delicious and the highlight of the meal. The fish was incredibly fresh with very generous slices layered over rice. Each type of fish stood out on its own, but the tuna was my personal favorite -- rich, clean-tasting, and melt-in-your-mouth good. Final Thoughts:A dependable go-to for fresh fish, quick service, and a warm dining experience. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to. read more

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6/8/26 Giving five stars for our many amazing past experiences and so as to not affect the overall yelp rating, but very sad to see Tora has changed their menu :( This has been our absolute favorite spot in Boston for the past five years, but it seems they have recently changed their menu and we are so disappointed :( we always get the Octopus Carpaccio which has apparently been removed, and one of the main things I loved so much about Tora was the lack of basic, inauthentic items like a California, dragon, or spicy tuna roll. Their rolls have always been simple, unique, and fresh. However, when I opened the menu today I was so sad to see no octopus carpaccio and the addition of California and spicy tuna roll. I didn't look much further, we ended up leaving at this point. I loved Tora because it was not trying to be just another tourist-pleasing sushi restaurant, but now it seems to be moving in that direction. Hopefully I am wrong. Can't comment on whether or not the quality overall has changed, I would assume it hasn't. The staff were very nice as always, I just want my octopus carpaccio back :( read more

Great place with fast and friendly service. We had a party of four and were seated quickly without any hassle. The food was good, and overall it was a very pleasant experience. Would definitely come back again. read more

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Arguably the best place to get sushi in Boston. Portions are great and everything is always fresh. Cuts are huge and it's a fairly priced for the amount and quality that you get. Seats are limited and reservations are highly recommended. Everything is quick paced as well. read more

I've been to Tora a few times and also enjoy getting takeout. I find it to be an affordable option to get a sushi don or a lot of fish. Their bowls are very filling for a reasonable price $20-30 and there are lunch specials too. The fish quality is pretty good, not the highest quality but satisfies a sushi craving. I consistently get the salmon don here which is loaded with three different types of salmon. They're pretty quick with service, about 20 minutes with takeout. They're located underground and they have a pretty cozy ambiance. Overall good experience with this restaurant and I enjoy returning to it. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Found this spot via social media and it lives up to the hype! Tora has a variety of options at different price points with most variability for their kaisen don. We tried the Maguro Toro and Tokyo don - both of which were great but could have used more rice! Service is extremely quick and it is a bit of a cramped place. You need to walk downstairs to access the restaurant so folks with limited mobility may have difficulty checking it out. One last thing to note was that since the door opened frequently and there was a window open, we saw several flies which was a potential health concern given the raw fish kept in their display case. read more

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Nice little place with great food. The service was very nice too. There isn't a ton of seating here but the vibe is really nice and clean. I absolutely loved the food, this is a great place for Sushi it all its "shapes" and styles. read more

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Great Japanese food in Boston. Ordered the torched Japanese scallops, botan ebi nigiri and a maguro toro don. Everything was delicious! The botan ebi were huge, very plump and so good we ordered more after trying it. Small restaurant but with a nice ambiance, good service and delicious food. Recommended! read more

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Small place but walked in on a Monday evening without a wait (which is apparently unheard of!). I UberEats-ed the tottori don once; it was way too shrimpy and left a bad taste in my mouth. Dining in, I got their negitoro don and it was much better. Loved how fatty and tender the tuna was. Good-sized, filling portion. The unagi sashimi was good too but not really worth the $12 add-on. Fast service, timely water refills. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Negitoro Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tora is my top!!!!!!!! sushi place in Boston. These pictures are from 2 different occasions of visiting, and the fish is always amazing quality! There is usually a queue because it's a small space, but I think it's worth the wait. I love to walk around Chinatown as I wait and pop into neighboring bakeries/cafes. read more

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So so good. Ordered the salmon rice bowl and the Spicy cold udon. Both were excellent and tasted like pure perfection. HOW DO THEY DO IT!? I have no other words. You gotta try it. It's so worth it. They don't take reservations. But we lined up on a Saturday night and didn't have longer than a 15 minute wait. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - tuna rice bowl - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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As someone that has recently returned from a trip to Japan, I can say that Tora is the real deal! Unfortunately their poke bowls are only a weekday lunch option, so keep that in mind if you're visiting on a weekend. Still, they have plenty of delicious options and I ended up ordering some kaisen don which was a great deal all things considered. Each bowl has a variety of fresh fish, served over rice with some delicious miso soup and japanese pickles on the side. The quality of each ingredient was incredible, and every element of the dish paired great with another. The wait staff here were also excellent and were very welcoming from start to finish. This is definitely the most authentic Japanese restaurant I've stumbled upon in Boston and I'll definitely be back! read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K9. Maizuru Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great quality sushi at an affordable price! Dropped in on a Monday around 4pm and was pleasantly surprised with no wait. The restaurant isn't super large but it's kept very clean and well lit. Service was fast and the food was delicious. Can't wait to come back! read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I absolutely loved this spot and definitely a must visit when you come to Boston. We stopped by on a Thursday for dinner and had to wait maybe 15 minutes before we were sat. Not too long of a wait but definitely worth it. We sat at the bar and i loved the vibe inside. I ordered K1 and we also got the aburi wagyu don. They were amazing!! Fish was soooo fresh and the wagyu was cooked perfectly. It also came with a soup on the side. Hands down my favorite meal in Boston read more

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Stopped by on a Saturday night as a party of two and was pleasantly surprised by the quick seating. We were told the wait would be 20 minutes, but we were seated in a little more than 5. The food also came out impressively fast. I ordered the cha shu bun and the Miyazaki wagyu don. Although the bun was an appetizer, both dishes arrived at the same time. The pork in the bun was tender and flavorful- I immediately wished I had ordered another. The wagyu was deliciously soft and almost melt-in-your-mouth, served with a solid portion of egg and rice, plus a side of miso soup. It wasn't quite on par with the wagyu I've had in Japan (but let's be honest, nothing can really beat that). Still, it was yummy and satisfying without being overly heavy- perfect before heading to a nearby live theater show. My dining companion got the Shirayuki maki, which had a noticeable truffle oil aroma that smelled amazing. He said the sushi was very good. We sat at the counter near the kitchen, which was bustling with wait staff moving around, but it didn't feel chaotic. The restaurant itself isn't huge. Overall, it was a solid meal with fast service and good flavors. Not mind-blowing, but definitely worth a visit. Plus, the portion sizes were just right- leaving room for dessert at a nearby bakery or boba spot! read more

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Really good food. Although the place is quite small, service is pretty good. Will go back if I have the chance.

Tora never disappoints! The sushi quality tastes on par with the ones we eat in Japan, and their dishes are beautifully presented. You really can't go wrong with anything here, but their Sake Aisuru Don is our definite favorite. The salmon is so fresh & flavorful. Highly recommend Tora to anyone. read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - K3. Sake Aisuru Don - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

After reviewing Tora on Yelp, it was a great choice. I started with the Bushido sake and a miso soup as it was very cold outside. I then had their tuna and salmon sashimi which came as three large pieces of each. To round it off, I had a chashu bao bun. Everything was excellent. My server was prompt, nice and attentive. Prices were reasonable and the food quality was very good. Give it a try. :) read more

Tora Japanese Restaurant - Chashu Bao Bun! - Japanese Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Tora was our first and FAVORITE meal in Boston. We walked directly from South Station for 10 minutes and waited 15 minutes for a table on a Friday night. Their kaisen don was a literal feast for the eyes, artfully arranged with glistening pieces of bright colored sashimi. While there are many good Japanese restaurants in NYC, Tora will forever have a special place in my heart. ＊Sake Aisuru Don $23 The presentation of this salmon don is visually pleasing. They arranged the salmon slices like a blooming rose. The fresh salmon sashimi offered a buttery flavor, while the rich marbling on the salmon belly provided a buttery mouthfeel. ＊Maguro Toro Don $31 Chutoro (medium fat tuna) was our preferred cut. It strikes a perfect balance between richness and tenderness. Its firm yet tender texture melted in my mouth. While the slightly torched otoro (tuna belly) boasted a higher fat content, giving an ultra-creamy texture that might be too fatty for my liking. Their lunch menu is even more worth it as all kaisen don, sushi and udon sets are priced under $20. I still found the pricing of their regular menu very reasonable, given the high quality and portion. Lowkey wished they could add an assorted salmon and tuna don as I am a fan of both. We split our salmon and tuna don, and found it even more enjoyable. ＊Pinku Maki $17 We ordered some maki rolls with torched salmon, crab salad, avocado and tobiko, drizzled with spicy mayo and unagi sauce. The contrasting textures and flavors complemented well with one another. Highly recommend ordering pinku maki as a side if you're feeling hungry. read more

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