Sushi Robot Specialists for Professional Kitchens.
From sushi robots and rice equipment to refrigeration.
What we do
Practical Equipment Solutions for Real Kitchens
Kaneko Trading is a U.S.-based distributor of commercial kitchen equipment, with deep experience in Japanese and Asian restaurant operations. We work directly with restaurant owners and chefs to recommend equipment that fits how your kitchen actually runs during prep, peak service, and long-term use. No unnecessary upselling. No generic packages.
Our focus
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Sushi Robots
Stabilize rice preparation and reduce service pressure.
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Commercial Rice Cookers & Warmers
Solve timing, volume, and consistency issues that affect every Japanese and Asian kitchen.
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Undercounter & Prep- Refrigeration
Support speed and workflow during service, especially in tight kitchen layouts.
Our BRANDS
Why Kaneko Trading
Large distributors are great at logistics and scale. Our role is different. We start by understanding your kitchen, your menu, workflow, space, and service pressure — and recommend only what makes operational sense.
Mitsuo Kaneko (@sushirobomitsuo) with Iron Chef Morimoto
Mitsuo Kaneko (@sushirobomitsuo) with Nick DiGiovanni
Financial Options
For select equipment, we offer financing options to support smart decisions.
Financing can help:
Preserve cash flow
Avoid delaying critical upgrades
Align costs with daily operations
We’ll help you decide what makes sense for your kitchen.
Let’s Talk!
10+ years in the Japanese food industry in North America
1,000+ restaurants visited across the U.S.
We understand sushi, rice preparation, prep-heavy kitchens, and the realities of daily service.
That experience shapes every recommendation we make. Whether you’re opening a new restaurant, upgrading equipment, or fixing a specific operational issue, we’re here to help.