Glad we got there early, when we finished dinner the whole restaurant was a packed house, all the…read moretables were taken. Good food, good service, good price tonight was a win win all the way around and the kicker was parking was a breeze considering that parking lot is always full.

to keep it short, they forgot they sat us down. they didn't take our order for over 30 minutes and…read moreafter they did there was a lot forgotten like my takeout order i think had gotten lost after being placed. i should've said something a lot sooner regarding having our order taken especially because i was in a time crunch but i don't like the thought of rushing workers especially when it's a smaller business with less people. my coworker i went with has been many times but said this never happens so this was a first for us. i think the language barrier also played a factor as well, however, the table sitting next to us who spoke fluent japanese also never received their check and was forgotten too. it was not busy. but the owners seemed to prioritize the other side of the restaurant instead. nonetheless, they were apologetic and we still ate and the food was very good, id recommend coming here on a day you are not busy!

We dined a couple of days ago and had another 5 star dinner. It's was Dine LA night at a pretty…read morereasonable price. One new dish we shared were the Brussels sprouts. They were well cooked and tender, seasoned and a bit good spicy. This was the appetizer for our meal. We also order the miso soup, two sushi rolls and the delicious Carpaccio. A great meal punctuated by excellent and friendly service.

I tried Japonica for lunch today for the first time--I didn't even realize there were a few of…read morethese locations around here until now. I ordered their lunch combo, which comes with 6 pieces of sushi, a choice of a California or spicy tuna roll, and a side. I went with the spicy tuna roll and chose the veggie tempura for my side. The sushi pieces were really good, and the wagyu beef one was definitely the highlight for me. The veggie tempura was also good and came with a small side salad. The restaurant itself has a nice, relaxed vibe, and the service was good, though there were a couple of minor hiccups with the meal itself. The spicy tuna roll was just okay and didn't taste super fresh today. Also, the tempura and salad came out much later than the sushi, which felt like an odd pacing for a lunch combo. Overall, it was a good meal and I'd probably give it another try if I happen to be in the neighborhood, but honestly, I still like Hoka Hoka better.

Takes credit card. In a plaza next to Vons. Can be busy at…read moredinner time. Sashimi assortment 15 pcs- $33.95- the salmon was super tasty, fresh, not too fatty. Yellow tail- super good, great flavor. Akame tuna- very lean, super thick slices. Comes with rice, soup, salad. Hybrid roll- spider roll- $13.95- crispy soft shell crab with avocado. The soft shell crab was super good, good texture. Spicy yellow tail roll- $8.95, tastes fresh. Salmon roll $7.95- nice, fresh, tasty Negi toro roll $7.95- super tasty. Fatty tuna, I would get this again.

Order take out a few weeks ago . Not fresh order the beef teriyaki box gross the only thing that…read morewas good was the white rice.. the steak was slimy it was way under cooked and old. Threw everything away, except the white rice. Will not be returning. Too sacred of getting sick.

Great food selection, attentive server. What else can you ask for?…read more We went there kinda late so they were not busy at all, so it was quite. but I know this place can be very busy which can lead to long wait.

If you're craving authentic Japanese comfort food wrapped in a vibe that whispers "psst... you…read moredeserve privacy", This is the spot. The private booths alone made me feel like I was signing a secret business deal, except the only thing I was negotiating was how much more food I could fit into my stomach. Every dish came out looking like it had been through a glow‑up montage. So delicious! * Unagi -- Melted in my mouth like it had a personal vendetta against being solid. Sweet, buttery, and dangerously addictive. * Katsu -- Crispy enough to be heard across the booth. If this dish had a crunchy Japanese category, this would be the headliner. * Spicy tuna -- The perfect balance of heat and flavor. Not "call the fire department" spicy, but definitely "I see you trying to impress me" spicy. * Seared tuna, Elegant, silky, and so fresh it probably had plans later. * Uni pasta, Listen... this dish is a commitment. Creamy, ocean‑kissed, and luxurious. It's the kind of pasta that makes you sit back and reevaluate your life choices, in a good way. * Sake - WOW ...My delicious sake was smooth, floral, and paired with everything like it had studied my taste buds in advance. The staff here operate with polite ninja efficiency. They appear, refill, deliver, and disappear before you can even say "arigato." Not rushed, not pushy, just clean, respectful Japanese hospitality that makes you feel taken care of. "Always remember the energy you give....is the energy you get in return!" The private booths are the star of the show. Cozy, warm lighting, and enough privacy to talk chisme without worrying about the table next to you judging your life choices. It's intimate without being cramped, like a little wooden cocoon of comfort. Kagura is one of those Torrance gems that hits every category: authentic food, quiet comfort, top‑tier service, and dishes that make you want to come back before you've even left the parking lot, oh and let me remind you how small that parking lot is, be prepared. If you're into Japanese cuisine that feels both homey and elevated, this is your spot. Living life one bite at a time...go and enjoy yourself! Miguel C.

The food is incredible. Anytime we are remotely are close to the area we make sure to dine here.read more

We are huge fans of this place! This Torrance spot on Cabrillo is actually one of three branches…read morethey have, we've officially been to the other two now, and tonight's dinner here definitely didn't disappoint. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but it has a really nice, cozy decor with cool Japanese characters on the walls. We went with their popular tempura combo paired with cold udon, and also grabbed a shrimp tempura roll. Everything was amazing! These guys absolutely know what they are doing when it comes to tempura, it's always perfectly light, crispy, and delicious. The service was also fantastic, super efficient, quick, and friendly from start to finish. Plus, having a parking lot in the back makes coming here totally stress-free. Another great meal down, highly recommend!

The restaurant has a very old school Japanese vibe. Has a good amount of tables for two or a bigger…read moregroup. The service is okay. A small family run restaurant so things can be timed weird but the people are very friendly. The food is good. I ordered the special tonkatsu combo plate. The cold udon is delicious. The tonkatsu is crunchy and juicy. Made very well. Overall a solid 4.7

Party of two for lunch. Arrived as the restaurant opened and shown our seats promptly…read more They were out of soba for oyaku jyu combo so went with the udon. Friend order chicken katsu and was told they were out of cali rolls and subbed for gyoza. My lunch arrived much in advance, their lunch arrived incomplete. The rest of the order arrived as we were finishing up the meal and they had to take the rest to go. Staffing was sparse which could've contributed to the pacing and service. The food quality was just okay. My chicken was a bit tough and the udon noodle was a little bloated in the broth. The miso soup was a bit salty. Probably my fault as I waited to eat for our full order to arrive. Been here before and the food quality was good; providing a simple but tasty home cooked vibe. This time not so much.

Packed restaurant but we were seated immediately at the bar. First time going so our server was…read morehappy to help us select. The coke float was HUGE, enough for two maybe three. Sake was smoooth. Even though it was very busy, the food came out quickly. We ordered almost everything and it was delicious. The grill imparts a great char, especially on the shrimp. Flavors are well balanced and portions are decent sized. Servings are larger than I anticipated as they're larger than other yakitori places. Prices are on point so you can order quite a few things and share. It can get a bit loud with all the people but isn't that what a good yakitori is like? Nice to see a vibrant pippin' establishment.

We came here when it got a bit viral with all of the Instagram ads and promotions. We kept seeing…read moreit all the time so we decided to visit all the way from LA. Firstly, the parking was super easy - lots of space there. Second, it was still busy when we came and we came at an off-time (after lunch and before dinner). We were seated immediately though. Third, decor was super clean and sleek. Seating around the bar as well as tables around the walls. Fourth, they have a variety of sake. We bought a bottle and it was great. They helped us with the decision. Lastly, food value. This is where my main pain point was at - for the amount we paid and the distance we traveled, it didn't feel like it was worth it. We ordered a variety of skewers for 3 and it was hard to divide between us. The skewers tasted good but didn't stand out unfortunately. I would come back though to try more though!

The Vegi White Broth Ramen is delicious and no salty flavor at all. Just the right amount of…read morebroccoli, spinach, corn & tofu in the white ramen soup with the not too soft noodles makes this a yummy dish even on hot days. Deyanira is fantastic, she greeted me right away when I walked in around 5:50pm on a Monday and 2 other people in there. Food didn't take long at all and she kept checking back on me to see if there was anything I needed. It's a medium size seating inside that can probably seat around 30 people and 3 big tables outside so it's pet friendly. Has a clean restroom inside and decorated nicely. They even have a kiosk outside to order something to go. Glad I tried this place after returning an Amazon product at Whole Foods.

A nice twist on a comfort food. I first heard about Gomaichi Ramen via Reddit. Gomaichi opened…read morewhile the whole plaza's exterior was being renovated so it was difficult to find without any signage. I'm glad I found Gomaichi as it's one tasty unique bowl of ramen. I've tried their tonkotsu ramen as well as their tan tan men, which was a unique flavor profile. It's sesame broth based. Today, I opted to have the Sung Hon ramen, which is hot and sour. The first sip definitely got me as I almost coughed. Ha ha. I was able to stay strong and devoured the whole bowl. I also had the gyoza which were also tasty. Overall, the food was good and the service provided by Deyanira was great. Deyanira was friendly, polite, and cordial. I appreciate her friendly demeanor and positive attitude. If you're in the area and want to grab a nice bowl of ramen, stop by Gomaichi