A visual and culinary feast awaits at Shoto—a Japanese eatery designed by Noriyoshi Muramatsu of Tokyo-based Studio Glitt. Precious lava stones from a volcano in Japan are suspended from the dining room’s traditional basketweave ceiling. A private gathering space (right) seats up to 40; Shoto also boasts a landscaped terrace facing L Street. Browsing the menu of innovative sushi and izakaya-style fare, guests can choose delicacies such as salmon and tuna tartare with nori rice crackers and caviar and a dessert platter of exotic fruit, ice cream and sorbet. 1100 15th Street, NW; 202-796-0011