Located in the heart of the characteristic neighborhood Monti just a stone's throw away from the Colosseum, is a small Japanese restaurant called Hasekura that's popular with Italian celebrities and Japanese expats. Hasekura is just one of the many ethnic eateries tucked away in this lovely neighborhood. The restaurant is run by an italo-japanese couple. The interior of this restaurant is nothing to brag about but the restaurant's loyal customers care more about its good tempura, sushi and sashimi. Its chef, Ito Kimiji from Northern Japan (Akita) makes sure his customers palates are always pleased. METRO: Cavour. BUS: 40, 64.