JAMES TRADER: 20 Years in Vegas Nightlife → Now Owning One of the Hottest Omakase Spots

JAMES TRADER: 20 Years in Vegas Nightlife → Now Owning One of the Hottest Omakase Spots

January 2, 2026 · 26 min

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James Trader discusses his journey from nightlife to owning a popular omakase restaurant in Vegas.

Send us Fan Mail The best meals start with trust, and few dining styles embody that more than omakase—“leave it up to you.” We sit with James, the force behind Kase Sake Sushi, to unpack how he translated two decades in hospitality and a stint as a DJ into a neighborhood sushi bar that delivers traditional technique, razor-sharp sourcing, and an approachable price point. If you’ve wondered how to enjoy pristine nigiri without the $300 shock, or how a restaurant maintains freshness in the dese...

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