While it may reside in Santa Clara, California, Kobe Japanese Restaurant does everything it can to transport its customers to a peaceful Japanese tea garden, and its family friendly atmosphere has been a Santa Clara tradition since 1991. At the sushi bar, paper lanterns hang above as chefs slice up bright filets of fish. On the walls, giant paper fans and glass cabinets filled with Japanese artifacts create a traditional décor. And finally, the main attraction: a soothing waterfall cascades into the rippling pool at the restaurant's indoor Koi Pond. As guests are swept away by the traditional ambiance, they can order off an equally traditional menu, with items such as chicken teriyaki, vegetable tempura, and Sushi Boats filled with their favorite sashimi and sushi for a quicker meal.