Sushi Ko Japanese Cuisine and Grill in The Lakes shopping center in Thousand Oaks, adjacent to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, will celebrate its first anniversary on Aug. 4, 5 and 6.  

Several special events are planned, including a spicy tuna eating contest, sake samplers and more. Sushi Ko offers children's meals that feature a Japanese snow cone or a sushi lollipop.

For the only authentic kushiyaki grill in Ventura County, visit Sushi Ko and enjoy grilled filet mignon, kobe beef burgers, chicken meatballs and much more.

For details, call (805) 7771137or visit the website at sushikousa.com.