Cyrus Ichiza and Ryan Wythe run Ichiza Kitchen, a sweetheart of a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Southwest that makes vegan food rooted in Cyrus’ deep knowledge of East and Southeast Asian cuisines, adding playfulness and imagination without losing the soul. The food is not only delicious but also spectacularly beautiful. We are honored to have our Umi noodles in their Pompoko Ramen. Take a peek inside and learn about Cyrus’ favorite childhood food and how he uses winter melon and white fungus in the winter.

A look back at Umi Organic origins, starting with Lola's Japanese studies in kindergarten in the Portland Public Schools.