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Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City
SushiSushiStudio CityKatsu-ya GroupA la CarteCalifornia Sushi1997
The original Katsuya restaurant in Studio City — where Okinawa-born chef Katsuya Uechi introduced nori chips with spicy tuna in 1997 and built the Katsu-ya empire.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Studio City
- Since
- 1997
- Chef
- Katsuya Uechi
- Owner
- Katsuya Uechi / Katsu-ya Group
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About
Sushi Katsu-ya in Studio City opened in 1997 as Katsuya Uechi's first restaurant. Uechi, born in Okinawa and trained in Japan, created the California-style sushi approach that the Katsu-ya Group later scaled to multiple LA-area locations. The Studio City original remains the most authentic expression of Uechi's cooking, serving a menu anchored by creative rolls, traditional nigiri, and the legendary spicy tuna on crispy rice.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City sits in Studio City, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Original Katsuya, opened 1997 — where the Katsu-ya Group began
- Okinawa-born chef Katsuya Uechi trained in Japan
- Signature spicy tuna on crispy rice invented here
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City
- Is Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City located?
- Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City is located at 11680 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604, Los Angeles, USA in the Studio City neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City?
- Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City?
- Sushi Katsu-ya Studio City sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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