The Story of Gold Tuna – How “Tuna Uncle” Turned a Failing Shop into Seoul’s Beloved Omakase
[Meta Description: A touching story of Gold Tuna—how one man rebuilt a failed restaurant with sincerity, serving not just tuna, but moments that stay in people’s hearts.] 1. The Beginning of “Tuna Uncle” People call me Tuna Uncle. Before I opened Gold Tuna, I spent over twenty years as a pastor and corporate trainer. But one day, I realized I missed welcoming more than teaching. That moment of pause became the beginning of a new life—one built not on sermons, but on sushi knives and sincerity. 2. A Shop on the Edge of Demolition I have always loved tuna. So when I found a small restaurant—“Su Tuna”—that had already closed twice, I bought it. Everyone said it was a mistake. But for some reason, that small, tired place felt warm to me. Maybe it was calling my name. That place would become Gold Tuna. 3. The Miracle Made on Foot The early days were brutal. Some days, not a single customer walked in. For two years, I handed out flyers near Songpa District Office for two hours every day...