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Indianapolis Star
4 days ago
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
Former Notre Dame football star opens first restaurant, hopes for many more: 'I bleed the Hoosier state'
SOUTH BEND — Jaylon Smith is opening the first of what could be as many as eight or more Jinya Ramen Bar locations where he first rose to national prominence as a star linebacker for Notre Dame football. After a soft opening on Tuesday, the sleek new 65-seat restaurant in Eddy Street Commons opens to the public July 9, with the first 100 customers in line for the 11 a.m. opening receiving a free bowl of ramen ― and perhaps the chance to interact with Smith, who's now playing for the Las Vegas Raiders. 'I wanted to bring something back to Notre Dame and the community,' Smith said of the restaurant that he partnered on with restaurateur Jim Wang. 'And I'd like to open several more in Indiana.' Smith, who originally is from Fort Wayne and starred at Bishop Luers High School, said his hometown would be an obvious choice for a location in the future ― and suggested he's already begun scouting out possible locations. 'I'm Indiana through and through,' he said, while enjoying lunch at the new restaurant that fronts East Pokagon Street between Napoleon and St. Vincent streets. 'I bleed the Hoosier state; it's where I'm from.' Founded in 2010 by CEO Tomo Takahashi, the new Jinya is the 74th for the Los Angeles-based chain that prides itself on serving fresh, made-to-order entrées and appetizers with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. Larry Fitzgerald's son is latest: Notre Dame football recruiting class built with NFL legacies For the curious, Jinya means a place of community and connection in Japanese, according to the restaurant. Prices for appetizers range from about $5 to $15 and dinners run from $20 to $40, and there's a full bar with mixes and syrups made on site. The restaurant, which is family friendly, is open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and from 11 a.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays. The new restaurant is one of several business interests for Smith since being selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2016 NFL Draft. 'I've been an entrepreneur for nine years,' he said. Clear Eye View or CEV glasses and sunglasses and the Cycle Management Group, which provides financial education and insurance services, are among several business and philanthropic interests for the linebacker. Unlike some athletes who have famously burned through career earnings, Smith said he does a lot of research and verification before deciding where to invest his money. 'I don't hand money over with blind trust,' he said. 'That's being lazy,' said Smith, who knows about the extreme work it takes to come back from a devastating knee injury like the one he suffered in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl. The winner of the Butkus Award for linebackers, Smith was projected as a top-5 pick in the NFL draft prior to the injury. But work, determination and faith helped him overcome the knee injury and enjoy a lengthy career in the NFL. 'It was the first time that I worried that football could be taken from me,' he said. Rivalry renewed? With USC-Notre Dame football on the brink, Irish greats find the prospect 'disheartening' Now, Smith is planning for his future after football, developing businesses while splitting time between Fort Wayne, Texas and now Las Vegas. He even hopes to eventually partner with one of his old teammates at Notre Dame on a project. 'God willing, I have three more years of football,' he said.
Pink Villa
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 10: Yotaka's Past Revealed—Recap, Release Date, Where To Stream And More
In ' The Night Flower Hairpin Part 2,' Jinya battles Somegorou Akitsu, who initially overwhelms him. However, Jinya's swordsmanship and demon powers allow him to corner Akitsu. Instead of killing him, Jinya demands answers about Natsu's condition. Akitsu explains the hairpin she bought contains a spirit, created alongside Sadanaga's kogai, making the two items spiritually linked. Natsu's altered behavior stemmed from this connection. Jinya reunites the items, breaking the spell. The episode ends with Jinya arriving at the Jinta Shrine in present-day Kadono. Expected plot in Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 10 Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 10 will focus on Yotaka and reveal more about her past. Set in May of 1855, it will begin with Naotsugu seeking shelter from the rain after drinking with Jinya. There, he will encounter a beautiful woman in a kimono who introduces herself as Yotaka. Naotsugu will initially be flustered by her appearance. Another person will then appear, who Naotsugu believes looks identical to his missing brother, Sadanaga. Yotaka will refer to the man as a former lover, hinting at a deeper tie to past events. Release date and where to stream Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 10, titled 'Yotaka in the Rain,' will premiere on June 3, 2025, at 12:00 am JST. The series spans two cours, covering both the Spring and Summer 2025 seasons. The episode will air on BS Fuji, Tokyo MX, and MBS. In Japan, Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 10 will also stream on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Netflix. Internationally, the anime will be available on HIDIVE and bilibili, while those in South/Southeast Asia can stream it on Ani-One Asia's YouTube channel. For more updates on the Sword Of The Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō anime, stay tuned to Pinkvilla. *The release dates and times provided are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change at the discretion of the creators.
Pink Villa
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 9: Jinya Vs Akitsu Continues—Recap, Release Date, Where To Stream And More
In 'The Night Flower Hairpin Part 1,' it begins with Jinya confronting a wounded woman begging to be bought for the night. He declines, but her anguish causes her to transform into a demon, which Jinya eliminates. Meanwhile, at a festival, Natsu and Ofuu meet a merchant sharing the name Somegorou Akitsu. Natsu purchases trinkets, receiving a genuine hair ornament as a gift. The ornament casts a trance over her, prompting Jinya to investigate. The merchant confronts him and identifies himself as 'Somegorou Akitsu the Third.' Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 9 will continue the battle between Jinya and the man claiming to be Somegorou Akitsu. During their clash, Jinya will be attacked by three inugami under Akitsu's control. He will end up using powers such as Concealment and Swift Step to counter them. Though wounded, Jinya will gain the upper hand and learn Akitsu's true nature—a tsukumogami user capable of transforming objects imbued with lingering emotions into demons. The episode will explore Akitsu's abilities and may reveal that the conflict stemmed from a misunderstanding. Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 9, titled The Night Flower Hairpin Part 2, will air in Japan on May 27, 2025, at 12:00 am JST, which means many international viewers can expect to watch it during the day on May 26, 2025. In Japan, Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 9 will be broadcast every Tuesday on MBS, BS Fuji, and Tokyo MX. Streaming options for Japanese audiences include Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu. Internationally, fans can watch the episode on HIDIVE and BiliBili, while viewers in South and Southeast Asia can access it via the Ani-One Asia YouTube channel. For more updates from the Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō anime, stay tuned to Pinkvilla. *The release dates and times provided are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change at the discretion of the creators.
Pink Villa
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Sword Of The Demon Hunter Episode 8: Jinya Meets Yotaka; Recap, Release Date, Where To Stream And More
The seventh episode of Sword of the Demon Hunter, titled 'The Cursed Night of Kudanzaka,' saw Juuzou, Jinya's estranged father, hire him to examine a rumored "demonic painting." Their strained relationship remains unresolved despite Juuzou's attempts at reconciliation. Jinya discovers one painting owner died mysteriously and the artist later fell ill, fueling rumors. The artist reveals Motoharu, Jinya's adoptive father, commissioned it, captivated by Yokaze. The painting's eerie aura was misunderstood. Remembering Motoharu's final words about embracing both change and hate, Jinya reconciles with Juuzou, ending the case and mending their broken bond. Set in the spring of 1854, Sword of the Demon Hunter Episode 8 will begin with disturbing rumors from Yoshiwara's red-light district about a grotesque female demon murdering men beneath night-blooming cherry blossoms. Jinya will accept the case from Yotaka, a local informant. He will encounter the scarred demon wailing in pain under the sakura tree and slay it using Yorai. The demon will then be revealed to be a discarded courtesan, destroyed in body and spirit. The informant Yotaka will eventually become one of Jinya's closest allies and most reliable sources of information. Titled 'The Night Flower Hairpin Part 1,' Sword of the Demon Hunter Episode 8 is set to air in Japan on May 6, 2025, at 12:00 am JST, with new episodes releasing weekly every Tuesday. It will be broadcast on BS Fuji, Tokyo MX, and MBS. Japanese viewers can stream Sword of the Demon Hunter Episode 8 on platforms such as Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video. Internationally, the episode will be accessible through HIDIVE, Ani-One Asia, and Bilibili, though availability may vary depending on regional licensing agreements and streaming rights. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates on the Sword of the Demon Hunter: Kijin Gentōshō anime.
