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Heno Heno
IzakayaIzakayaYakitoriHell's KitchenRestaurant Row
A Hell's Kitchen izakaya on Restaurant Row that replaced Sake Bar Hagi 46 — owner Tomo Morikawa serves yakitori tapas and Japanese small plates with late-night hours.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Hell's Kitchen
- Owner
- Tomo Morikawa
Plate № 480
About
Heno Heno opened in 2022 at 358 West 46th Street in the former Sake Bar Hagi 46 space, owned by Japanese entrepreneur Tomo Morikawa and partner Jack Wu. Morikawa also runs Teppen Ramen in Midtown. The izakaya serves yakitori, small plates, and Japanese beverages until 2 AM on weekends, maintaining the late-night character of its predecessor.
Neighborhood & visiting
Heno Heno sits in Hell's Kitchen, one of New York'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
- Replaced Sake Bar Hagi 46 — continues the Restaurant Row izakaya tradition
- Japanese owner Tomo Morikawa
- Yakitori tapas and Japanese small plates until 2 AM weekends
- Late-night drinking and dining in Hell's Kitchen
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Frequently asked
About Heno Heno
- Is Heno Heno an authentic izakaya restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Heno Heno is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for izakaya in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
- Where is Heno Heno located?
- Heno Heno is located at https://henohenonyc.com, New York, USA in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Heno Heno?
- Heno Heno accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Heno Heno?
- Heno Heno sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for izakaya of this format in New York.
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