Sushiro to sue customers after clip shows boy licking tongs at Hong Kong outlet

Sushiro has said it plans to pursue legal action against some of its customers after viral online footage showed a boy licking a pair of communal utensils and dropping them on the floor at one of the popular sushi chain’s Hong Kong outlets.

The footage, which was taken by someone at a nearby table, shows the child playing with a pair of tongs used for pickled ginger slices placed at each table booth.

The boy then licks the tongs before dropping them, while the adults at the table continue eating their meals.

The video does not show whether the adults cleaned, removed or put the tongs back in the pickled ginger container immediately after the incident.

The clip was shared in a social media post that tagged Sha Tin New Town Plaza, going viral on Wednesday and sparking discussion among internet users. Some viewers also noted the boy was wearing his shoes while putting his feet on one of the booth’s chairs.

Hours later, Sushiro published a statement on social media expressing concern over the incident.