Sumo Sushi & Bento 25th Anniversary

Belvedere Case Study · Strategic PR & Event Activation

Sumo Sushi & Bento:
25th Anniversary

"25 Years of Taste from Our Hearts to Your Plate" — Campaign Date: 27th November 2025

PR & Media RelationsInfluencer MarketingEvent ProductionContent Strategy

226K+

Social Impressions

Stories & Reels combined

175K+

Press Reach

Gulf Buzz + Gulf Good News

15

Influencers

87 Stories · 4 Reels · 1 TikTok

450K+

Est. Total Impressions

Social + referral combined

52

Gala Guests

Sold out event

100%

Targets Hit

Every KPI exceeded

Executive Summary

A 25-year legacy turned into Dubai's most talked-about dining event.

Belvedere Marketing & PR orchestrated a comprehensive PR and event activation campaign for Sumo Sushi & Bento's landmark 25th Anniversary. The integrated strategy combined premium media outreach, influencer partnerships with 15 content creators, and an experiential gala to reinforce Sumo's position as Dubai's pioneering Japanese restaurant.

Premium media coverage from Gulf Buzz and Gulf Good News
15 influencers — 87 Instagram Story frames and 4 Reels
226,840 total social impressions from Stories and Reels
Sold-out 25th Anniversary gala with 52 guests
Sumo Sushi & Bento
01

Media Strategy & Coverage

We secured premium earned media coverage from two of Dubai's top lifestyle outlets, positioning Sumo's milestone as a cultural moment — not just a restaurant anniversary.

Results

Gulf Buzz (25 Nov): "Dubai's OG Sushi Spot Just Turned 25" — 100K+ reach
Gulf Good News (30 Nov): Business growth journey narrative — 75K+ reach
450K+ estimated total impressions across social + referral
Media Strategy & Coverage
02

Influencer & Content Strategy

We activated 15 influencers across Instagram and TikTok for authentic engagement. Analytics showed strongest performance on storytelling formats showcasing food preparation and live cultural performances.

Results

87 Story frames published across 15 creators
4 high-performing Reels + 1 TikTok
226,840 total social impressions
Influencer & Content Strategy
03

25th Anniversary Gala

An immersive celebration blending Japanese cultural performances with curated food experiences. The targeted guest list included media, influencers, and VIP profiles — resulting in a completely sold-out event.

Results

Sold out: 52 guests (34 invitees + plus-ones)
5 cultural performances: Sakura Dance, Mask Man, Obon Dance
Balanced mix of creators, journalists & loyal customers
25th Anniversary Gala

Event Programme

An evening of culture, cuisine & celebration.

6:30–7:00 PMWelcoming Guests & Registration
7:00–7:20 PMOfficial Start & Welcome Speech (CEO/COO)
7:20–7:30 PMSakura Dance — First Performance
7:30–7:40 PMHighlights of 25 Years & Sumo OG Box
7:40–7:50 PMJapanese Mask Man — Second Performance
7:50–8:00 PMObon Dance — Third Performance
8:00–8:15 PMDinner & Photo Experience
8:15–8:30 PMQuiz, Giveaways & Fan Dance
8:30 PMMask Man Finale & Closing
Sumo Gala Event

52

Guests (Sold Out)

5

Cultural Performances

92

Content Pieces

15

Influencers

Campaign Deliverables

Full-stack campaign execution.

PR2 major media placements + press release
EventFull production, 5 cultural performances, photo/video documentation
Social15 influencer partnerships, 92 content pieces, UGC curation
CollateralPrograms, menus, invitations, signage
Sumo Sushi campaign results
The team at Belvedere turned our 25th anniversary into a cultural moment. The gala was sold out, the coverage was everywhere, and we finally felt like the brand matched the food we've been serving for decades.
Ms. Julianne

Ms. Julianne

CEO, Sumo Sushi & Bento