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to showcase open-fire cooking over a Robata grill. Its success led to its expansion in many cities internationally. In 2004, Becker introduced a second brand, Roka & Shochu Lounge, capitalising on the popularity of the Robata cooking. And in 2013, he also launched Oblix at The Shard. Inko
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