TAMPA, FL – wagamama, an Asian concept at Water Street Tampa, is celebrating their one year anniversary on Thursday, Feb. 22. Tickets are now available to the celebration. The restaurant says they are embracing the spirit of Setsubun, the traditional Japanese festival typically observed in February. It symbolizes the cleansing away of the previous year and the warding off of evil spirits, in hopes of a prosperous year.

The evening will feature the unveiling of their latest art installation: an array of lights designed to brighten the night. Guests will enjoy traditional Japanese entertainment and a curated selection of Asian-inspired dishes and beverages. The restaurant will be closed to the public between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. for ticket holders only, and will reopen at 9 p.m. until close.

Tickets are $55 per person and available online now. Tickets can be purchased online at EventBrite. Tickets will include:

• A performance from “Taiko – Drums of Japan.”
• DJ Jawnney playing music from 7:30 pm.
• Samples of favorite wagamama dishes (7 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
• An open bar (7 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
• Complimentary Sake Tasting Station by SOTO
• Complimentary Japanese Whisky Tasting Station
• Enjoy drinks at happy hour prices after 8 p.m.
• View the newest art installation.

wagamama is located at 1050 Water St.