BIZNOTE: Mashiko announces it’s moving to White Center; (added) its founder returns to the NW

5:23 PM: A longtime Junction restaurant has announced it’s moving. Mashiko (4725 California SW) made the announcement this afternoon:

The current owners took over seven years ago; Mashiko founder Hajime Sato moved out of state. Regarding the building being “torn down,” we checked city files to be sure we hadn’t missed anything, and there is nothing currently on file for that address. The building is owned by the Miller family, which does have a long-on-hold project further south on the block awaiting better development conditions.

ADDED 9:58 PM: We neglected to say thanks for the tips – both on that and on this: Coincidentally, it turns out Mashiko’s founder is back in the Northwest – opening a sushi restaurant in the Portland area.

JB July 27, 2026 (6:18 pm)

Well I guess I’ll be driving to White Center more often then, because nothing will keep me from the incredible experience of dining at Mashiko. The location doesn’t matter, but the food does!

Greg July 27, 2026 (6:53 pm)

How much of the building is being torn down? There are a lot of long-term businesses in that block.

WSB July 27, 2026 (7:35 pm)

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As I said above, there is nothing on record about any development proosals or demolition permits. But I’m also asking the owners.

Renee July 27, 2026 (7:16 pm)

Where in white center? How exciting for the neighborhood!

Bob July 27, 2026 (7:31 pm)

The building isnt being torn down! They are leaving because they wanted a longer lease ! That’s the truth!

Foop July 27, 2026 (8:25 pm)

I hope the move to white center includes some changing to white center pricing. I enjoy mashiko but the prices in the last few years have been hard to swallow.

EH July 27, 2026 (9:27 pm)

Wow, never tried this place before but it sounds great! Where and when is the White Center opening? We will definitely try it once they open up down here!