Of Japanese restaurants, this is definitely one of the better ones. Just like other Japanese restaurants, be prepared to pay for quality rather than quantity. And make sure your wallet is thick enough. With 4 people, we spent well over 100 pounds. I personally wouldn’t come back just for the food, because even though it was good, it didn’t make a lasting impression. And the environment was so-so. They did remodeled so now the downstairs is more spacious with semi-private booths, but you can definitely hear others. And the service was fine. Overall this place is fine, no problems but isn’t exactly the best Japanese place you will find.

Tried this place out with a friend last night and it's instantly become one of my top 5 Japanese restaurants in town! We had made a reservation prior and were glad we did because it was packed at 7pm on a Thursday. I was greeted very nicely by one of the staff members which then led me to the table and was met by another immediately who gave me the menu. It's got an extensive menu with a range of food - sashimi and sushi, skewers, rice and udon dishes, deep fried dishes and small plates as starters. My friend is vegetarian so we decided to order separately and we shared the yakinasu (grilled aubergine with bonito flakes). I went with the salmon sashimi (5 pieces) and mixed tempura. To be honest, I was surprised to see the new prices as the menu they have attached in their website online had older/ lower prices so I had to change my mind on the spot and go for just salmon sashimi (£18) instead of the mixed set (£23 for 9 pieces) because it's so expensive. The mixed tempura though, on the other hand was actually very reasonably priced (£13 for 3 prawns and a mix of vegetables). Nonetheless, the sashimi were extremely fresh and rich and creamy so I could understand why it was pricey but still this is where they lost a star because this is certainly not a place for affordable or cheap eats. My friend went for vegetarian sushi, mushroom and asparagus skewers and seaweed salad which she all enjoyed. All in all, we really enjoyed our time here and we didn't get kicked out after our reservation time ended. Would love to come back and try other things next time but it will have to be around pay day!