Izakayas, Omakase Experiences, Convenience Stores and More: The Best New Japanese-Inspired Openings in Melbourne
If there’s one thing we know for sure, it’s Sheet width Melbourne readers love Japanese food. And, seeing as a number of new Japanese-inspired attractions have opened across the city recently, we’ve rounded up 15 of our favorite spots for you. • First Look: Hareruya, a bright Japanese restaurant with full bento boxes and gelato wrapped in mochi. Roller doors open at 10.30am, and it’s a good idea to arrive early to secure your picnic-ready lunch and Japanese gelato. (Also, upstairs is Leonie, the team’s gorgeous new sake bar with spectacular treats like hand-held temaki sushi rolls. Keep an eye out Sheet width for more details.) • Warabi is an intimate new omakase experience – from the group behind several Michelin-starred restaurants – at W Hotel. This is his first venture outside Asia. Perch at the counter for nine theater courses, expertly paired with sake from across Japan, or lead a private dining room for eight. • Now Open: Double fried tonkatsu is king at Ichi Katsu, a buz