American Hiro

In "American Hiro," author Jack McCallum presents the remarkable life story of Hiroaki "Rocky" Aoki, a dynamic entrepreneur and founder of the iconic Benihana restaurant chain. Through a blend of adventure, cultural exchange, and personal ambition, Rocky transformed his humble beginnings as a dishwasher into a multi-million-dollar empire, all while pursuing diverse passions from wrestling to underwater exploration. With unique access to Rocky's life and ventures, McCallum offers an insightful account of a man who embodied the spirit of the American dream and became a symbol of cultural assimilation and capitalistic drive.