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Sakamotoya

Japanese street food & deliOnigiriBentoMiso dishesJapanese sakeJapanese grocery

Sakamotoya is Warsaw's most authentically Japanese food destination: a shop, deli, and street-food counter owned by Norihiko Sakamoto, a Japanese sake specialist and former sommelier in Tokyo and Singapore. Onigiri, bento boxes, miso soup, and premium Japanese pantry products share space with one of Europe's finest sake selections.

Price
¥
Area
Śródmieście – Zgoda
Since
2019
Chef
Norihiko Sakamoto
Sakamotoya — authentic japanese street food & deli restaurant in Warsaw, Śródmieście – Zgoda
Plate № 36
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About
Norihiko Sakamoto founded Sakamotoya with a singular mission: to bring the highest-quality Japanese food and drink to Europe. A former sommelier in Tokyo and Singapore with deep expertise in Japanese spirits, teas, ceramics, and ikebana, Sakamoto curates a uniquely holistic Japanese experience across several Warsaw locations. The Zgoda store sells premium sake, organic teas under his MON TEA label, and imported pantry staples sourced directly from Japanese producers. The Tamka street-food stand serves freshly made onigiri, miso dishes, and bento to go, while the Włochy bento branch extends the reach. Sakamotoya's cultural space Hanare by Sakamoto-ya also runs Japanese language classes and cultural events, making this the cultural heart of Warsaw's Japanese community.
Neighborhood & visiting

Sakamotoya sits in Śródmieście – Zgoda, one of Warsaw'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 izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Founded by Norihiko Sakamoto, a Japanese sake specialist and former Tokyo/Singapore sommelier – peerless provenance.
  • Onigiri, bento and miso dishes made with Koshihikari organic rice and authentic Japanese pantry imports.
  • One of Europe's most curated sake selections, imported directly from small Japanese producers.
  • More than a restaurant: cultural classes, events, and the Hanare space make this the hub of Warsaw's Japanese community.

Primary location is the Zgoda 3 store (deli/shop). Street food at Tamka 22/24 and bento at Włochy. Opening hours reflect the Zgoda store; Tamka and street food hours vary. Phone +48 534 218 256 also listed.

Links
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Frequently asked

About Sakamotoya

Is Sakamotoya an authentic japanese street food & deli restaurant in Warsaw?
Yes — Sakamotoya is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese street food & deli in Warsaw: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Sakamotoya located?
Sakamotoya is located at ul. Zgoda 3, Warsaw 00-018, Poland, Warsaw, Poland in the Śródmieście – Zgoda neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Sakamotoya?
Sakamotoya does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular izakaya restaurants in Warsaw we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Sakamotoya?
Sakamotoya sits in the ¥ price range — typical for japanese street food & deli of this format in Warsaw.
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