Sushi Samurai is led by Chef Dong Chang, a licensed sushi chef for more than 35 years. Chef Dong’s interest in food craft was piqued during his childhood in Korea. Later, this interest grew into a passion that fueled his choice to train with several master chefs throughout the country. Learning their skills and specialties helped him in earning his Korean sushi license, which he received in 1985.

Well-armed with the recipes and new flavors he accumulated since his youth, Chef Dong moved to New York City in the early 90s to look for new challenges. He opened his own restaurant and put his highly developed palate and extensive culinary knowledge to use.

After achieving success in an urban arena, a decision to be closer to family propelled Dong and his wife Lee to relocate to Michigan. This is where Sushi Samurai was born in 2001.