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Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1740 Artesia Blvd, Gardena, CA 90248
Phone: (424) 205-1085
Website: https://mailchi.mp/tokyocentral/waka-sakura
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Reviews
Christopher Pratt
Unique sushi restaurant located on the second floor mezzanine of the Tokyo Central grocery store. The service was good and the delivery of the food to our table was super fun to see. The restaurant was very clean. One caveat… the tables in the furthest row at the back wall of the restaurant were too warm, likely because the ac ducting did not reach that row. We asked to be moved to one of the tables in the center area and the temperature was fine. If you enjoy crane games (“wah-wah-gee”) there is a bank of them to play just outside the restaurant while you wait for a table.
… moreKody on the Road
This is the third time that I have come here and I am impressed every time. It is an order from a tablet, sushi restaurant, and the quality of the fish amazes me every time I come. I get the salmon party combo along with the miso soup with clams. From there, I kind of order whatever seems appealing to me since everything is so cheap. We also got the eel roll and fried ebi roll. The service is great and it’s a hidden gem since it’s on the second floor of Tokyo Central. 10 out of 10 recommend and every time I’m back in LA I’ll come back.
… moreSabs A
Waka Sakura had fresh sushi made to order and delivered by conveyer belt. It felt much tastier and better quality than regular conveyer belt sushi that may be left out for a while. The restaurant is on the 2nd floor of a grocery store, which made for great shopping and walking while we waited for our table. Most of the sushi didn’t stand out to us, but the fatty bluefin tuna and the scallop sushi were repeat items for us. Everything else was relatively mediocre (though not poor in quality). The service was great, but it was a bit annoying having to order water refills each time we ran out. Overall, for the price, this was a great visit. We left filled up, having had quality fish, and without breaking the bank.
… moreFrancis Frederick Lacap
Tried Waka Sakura in Gardena and honestly? A solid sushi moment ✨
Fresh fish, great variety, and I love that you can order via tablet so everything comes out made-to-order (no sad conveyor belt leftovers here). The tuna, scallops, and wagyu sushi were definite standouts.
It does get busy, especially during peak hours, but the quality and overall experience make it worth it. Clean space, fun vibe, and good value for the quality you’re getting.
If you’re craving sushi around South Bay — this one’s worth checking out.
… moreFresh fish, great variety, and I love that you can order via tablet so everything comes out made-to-order (no sad conveyor belt leftovers here). The tuna, scallops, and wagyu sushi were definite standouts.
It does get busy, especially during peak hours, but the quality and overall experience make it worth it. Clean space, fun vibe, and good value for the quality you’re getting.
If you’re craving sushi around South Bay — this one’s worth checking out.
Nicole Chun
best sushi in the area. my go-to. arguably better than other more well known sushi chains and I’m pretty picky about the quality of raw fish. they have a touchscreen menu you order off of with pictures and they send you your order via a conveyer belt, so it’s super easy to order with minimal friction.
… moreHoward H
Very good food, hide inside a Japanese market on the second floor. It’s a made to order conveyor belt sushi. The fishes are super fresh and the price is decent.
… moreSam Hosein
This conveyor belt sushi restaurant is AMAZING!
Located inside the supermarket on the upper level. There’s plenty of free self parking.
We were quickly seated by the friendly staff.
You can use the tablet to place your order. The menu has lots of yummy options. Prices are reasonable especially for the quality.
Strongly recommend
… moreLocated inside the supermarket on the upper level. There’s plenty of free self parking.
We were quickly seated by the friendly staff.
You can use the tablet to place your order. The menu has lots of yummy options. Prices are reasonable especially for the quality.
Strongly recommend
Nha Le
Affordable and good sushi. Quick and friendly service. The best part is it’s on the second floor of Tokyo Center so we can combine shopping and eating.
… moreAlan B
My wife’s cousin been hyping this place up to us so finally we had the time to try it out and here we are. It’s on the 2nd floor of Tokyo central so there’s ample amount of parking. If you don’t feel like walking up the stairs, there’s an elevator on the side FYI.
We got here around Saturday afternoon and was seated right away. It wasn’t that packed when we arrived. The first thing I noticed was the lack of AC. It was borderline hot and I can’t enjoy my food when I’m sweating.
We ordered the steam egg – I thought it was ok but highly recommended by our cousin, the wagyu sushi thought was ok, the beef was a bit tougher then expected, the sashimi was paper thin and served luke warm and my wife loved the mackerel sushi. She said it tasted fresh,
Overall: if my wife wants to come back to try again, I’d come with her. But it’s def not a place I’d recommend. Service was good and the belt that serves the sushi was entertaining.
… moreWe got here around Saturday afternoon and was seated right away. It wasn’t that packed when we arrived. The first thing I noticed was the lack of AC. It was borderline hot and I can’t enjoy my food when I’m sweating.
We ordered the steam egg – I thought it was ok but highly recommended by our cousin, the wagyu sushi thought was ok, the beef was a bit tougher then expected, the sashimi was paper thin and served luke warm and my wife loved the mackerel sushi. She said it tasted fresh,
Overall: if my wife wants to come back to try again, I’d come with her. But it’s def not a place I’d recommend. Service was good and the belt that serves the sushi was entertaining.
Jonathan Norton
I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Wake Sakura in Gardena! It’s located on the second floor of the Tokyo Central market, which is a cool experience in itself. The restaurant has a sleek, modern, and clean atmosphere that feels very authentic.
You order everything on a tablet at your booth, and the plates are delivered directly to you on a high-speed conveyor belt, which is both efficient and fun to watch.
But the star of the show was, without a doubt, the Tuna Lovers plate. If you are a fan of tuna, this is a must-order. The quality was exceptional, especially for a conveyor belt-style restaurant. It featured a beautiful variety of cuts, from lean, clean-tasting akami to the rich, melt-in-your-mouth fatty toro. Every single piece was incredibly fresh, had a great texture, and was served on perfectly seasoned rice.
The quality of the fish here is a clear step above other conveyor belt spots. I was thoroughly impressed and will definitely be back. Highly recommended for any sushi fan, but especially if you love high-quality tuna!
… moreYou order everything on a tablet at your booth, and the plates are delivered directly to you on a high-speed conveyor belt, which is both efficient and fun to watch.
But the star of the show was, without a doubt, the Tuna Lovers plate. If you are a fan of tuna, this is a must-order. The quality was exceptional, especially for a conveyor belt-style restaurant. It featured a beautiful variety of cuts, from lean, clean-tasting akami to the rich, melt-in-your-mouth fatty toro. Every single piece was incredibly fresh, had a great texture, and was served on perfectly seasoned rice.
The quality of the fish here is a clear step above other conveyor belt spots. I was thoroughly impressed and will definitely be back. Highly recommended for any sushi fan, but especially if you love high-quality tuna!