/PRNewswire/ -- Benihana, the nation's leading operator of Japanese theme and sushi restaurants, has been named number one in Knapp-Track™ for 2012. Knapp-Track™ is a monthly sales and guest count tracking service for chain dinner house/theme comparable restaurants with current subscribers accounting for over $32.1 billion in sales and over 10,400 restaurants. Benihana received the number one position in 2011 as well after the success of its comprehensive Renewal Program focusing on enhancing every aspect of the guest experience including quality of food, steps of service and the restaurant facilities. Sales at the 49-year old chain have consistently increased for 43 consecutive four-week periods, something especially noteworthy given the recent economic climate.