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Uoharu

JapaneseIzakayaRobatayakiToyosu MarketTokyo importCentralAdmiralty

Founded by Japanese chef Masahiro Uchiyama and celebrated as one of Tokyo's finest izakayas, Uoharu brought its distinctive daily Toyosu Market sourcing and theatrical warayaki (straw-seared) cooking to Hong Kong in 2018 — the brand's first international branch. Two locations in Central and Pacific Place serve a broad menu of seafood-led izakaya dishes in an authentic Tokyo atmosphere.

Price
¥¥
Area
Central / Admiralty
Since
2018
Owner
Masahiro Uchiyama (Tokyo, Japan)
Uoharu — authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong, Central / Admiralty
Plate № 54
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About
Uoharu's arrival in Hong Kong in 2018 marked a significant moment for the city's izakaya scene: here was a Tokyo institution with a genuine commitment to sourcing fresh seafood daily from Toyosu Market, designed and staffed to replicate — not interpret — the authentic Japanese izakaya experience. From the hand-written daily fish specials and the open robata grill to the theatrical bonito warayaki performance (straw burning at up to 900°C that sears the surface while leaving the centre raw), every detail reflects the spirit of the Tokyo original. The menu spans sashimi, grilled fish, sushi rolls, wagyu sando and stuffed mushrooms alongside an extensive selection of sake and Japanese whisky. A second location in Pacific Place — opened in 2021 — has extended Uoharu's presence to Admiralty, with the same format and sourcing standards.
Neighborhood & visiting

Uoharu sits in Central / Admiralty, one of Hong Kong's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Daily air-freight from Toyosu Market means the fish and seafood at Uoharu reflect Tokyo wholesale standards — a meaningful difference from restaurants that source locally or less frequently.
  • The live bonito warayaki performance — straw-burning at extreme heat to sear just the fish's surface — is a spectacle unique to Uoharu in Hong Kong and a highlight of every visit.
  • Two conveniently located branches in Central and Pacific Place (Admiralty) mean Uoharu is accessible across Hong Kong Island's main dining hubs.
  • Japanese uniformed staff and a robata counter designed to mirror Tokyo originals make this one of the most atmospherically faithful izakaya experiences in the city.

First overseas branch of Tokyo's Uoharu; second location in Pacific Place (Admiralty); Pacific Place reservations via SevenRooms.

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Frequently asked

About Uoharu

Is Uoharu an authentic japanese restaurant in Hong Kong?
Yes — Uoharu is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Hong Kong: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Uoharu located?
Uoharu is located at Central: 7/F, M88 Wellington Place, 2–8 Wellington Street; Admiralty: Shop 001, LG1/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR in the Central / Admiralty neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Uoharu?
Uoharu accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Uoharu?
Uoharu sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Hong Kong.
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