Japanese
Casual, Counter
$-$$
Review
Café Japan is a discreet sushi and izakaya-style restaurant just a few minutes’ walk from Golders Green Tube station. Owned by the Atariya Group, it benefits from direct access to top-quality Japanese ingredients, with fish and seafood sourced through the group’s specialist supply arm.
The menu focuses on fresh sushi and sashimi alongside a broader selection of authentic Japanese dishes. Reopened after a full refurbishment in December 2015, the dining room is warm and unfussy, drawing a loyal local following. It’s a longer journey from central London, but one that’s well rewarded—booking is essential.
Closed Monday & Tuesday
I've written more about my experience at Café Japan — discover the full story in the Luxeat Magazine.
Editor’s Highlights
- Book the counter seat when sushi master Fukushima-san is cooking
- Special otsumami box available upon request
- Fried rice and 0toro nigiri
- Agedashi tofu
- Grilled black cod
- Grilled yellow tail neck