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08/04/2025
🚧 Emergency Closure Notice🚧
Due to an emergency sewer line repair, we will be closed from Monday, August 4 – Thursday, August 14.
We’ll be back and ready to welcome you on Friday, August 15.
Thank you for your understanding and support! 🙏
07/18/2025
Experience the ultimate Japanese izakaya night 🇯🇵🍻
Everyone’s favorites: cold beer, juicy karaage, fresh edamame, and more authentic dishes that pair perfectly with drinks!
Eat, drink, laugh—and don’t forget to finish with our housemade udon.
Let’s make it a night to remember! ✨ KANPAI!!!🍻
📞 Reservations:
Call us or book online via OPEN TABLE / Website
🔗 Link in our Instagram profile ()
We can’t wait to serve you! 🎌✨
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
06/30/2025
🇺🇸 Holiday Hours Notice 🇺🇸
We will be closed from July 2nd to July 4th for the Independence Day holiday.
We hope everyone has a fun, safe, and relaxing break! 🎆✨
We’ll be back and ready to serve you on July 5th with our regular hours.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support!
06/12/2025
Craving something fresh with a kick? 🌶🐟
Our Yellowtail Jalapeño is one of our most popular dishes — made with top-quality, fresh yellowtail sashimi and thinly sliced jalapeños for just the right amount of heat. 🍣🔥
The flavor is clean, bold, and seriously addictive. Pairs perfectly with an ice-cold beer 🍺
Come in and treat yourself! You deserve it! 😋✨
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
06/05/2025
💡Our Toro Salmon Ikura Bowl is a lunchtime gem 🐟🧡✨
Thick slices of buttery toro salmon + house-marinated ikura over rice — served with your choice of hot 🔥 or cold ❄️ udon on the side!
Only available during lunch hours, and totally worth it.
If you know, you know 😎🍣🍜
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
06/02/2025
Craving something light, juicy, and full of flavor? 🤤✨
Try our Chicken Tempura Oni Oroshi Udon 🍜💥
Juicy chicken tempura 🍗, crispy eggplant 🍆, and a big scoop of refreshing grated daikon ❄️😋
All served over chilled, chewy udon noodles for the perfect balance of texture and taste! 💯🧊
A customer favorite and a perfect pick for warm days or when you just want something satisfying but not too heavy 🌞💛
Come grab a bowl—your taste buds will thank you! 🙌
05/29/2025
✨Introducing our Yuzu Sour & Okinawa Sour! 🍋🌺
Made with 100% straight juice imported from Japan, these cocktails are bursting with real citrus flavor 🍹💯
Super refreshing with fizzy soda for that perfect sparkling kick 🫧💥— Refreshing, light, and dangerously drinkable… so good you’ll want more than just one 😉🥂
Perfect for summer nights, catching up with friends, or simply treating yourself 🌙💛
Come try the taste of Japan in a glass!
Also, from ice-cold Asahi and Sapporo to premium sake like Hakkaisan, Kubota, rich shochu like Tomino Houzan! We’ve got something for everyone🍻🍶🍹🥰
🌟 And many more authentic Japanese flavors!
Come experience “The Art of Japanese Cuisine” with us! ♪
📞 Reservations:
Call us or book online via OPEN TABLE / Website
🔗 Link in our Instagram profile ()
We can’t wait to serve you! 🎌✨
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
05/26/2025
**🇺🇸 Memorial Day Closure 🇺🇸**
We’ll be closed Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day.
Reopening Wednesday, May 28th!
Thank you for your understanding.
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
05/24/2025
🐙✨ Our Octopus Sunomono is the perfect starter to kick off your evening! This refreshing cucumber and octopus pairs beautifully with a cold beer or smooth sake. Light, tangy, and absolutely addictive – it’s no wonder this is one of our most popular appetizers!
What’s your go-to drink pairing? 🍻🍶
From ice-cold Asahi and Sapporo to premium sake like Hakkaisan, Kubota, rich shochu like Tomino Houzan, and refreshing, juicy cocktails like Yuzu-sour and Okinawa-sour! We’ve got something for everyone🍻🍶🍹🥰
🌟 And many more authentic Japanese flavors!
Come experience "The Art of Japanese Cuisine" with us! ♪
📞 Reservations:
Call us or book online via OPEN TABLE / Website
🔗 Link in our Instagram profile ()
We can’t wait to serve you! 🎌✨
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
05/24/2025
🔥 CROWD FAVORITE ALERT! 🔥
Our legendary Mentai Cream Hot Pot is pure comfort in a bowl! 🍲✨ Loaded with tender pork belly, juicy chicken, bouncy mochi & fresh veggies swimming in our signature rich & creamy dashi broth 🥢 But wait… it gets BETTER! 😍 Topped with a mountain of premium mentaiko that’ll make your taste buds SING! 🎵
This isn’t just dinner - it’s an EXPERIENCE! 💫
🍶 And of course, Drinks!
From ice-cold Asahi and Sapporo to premium sake like Hakkaisan, Kubota, rich shochu like Tomino Houzan, and refreshing, juicy cocktails like Yuzu-sour and Okinawa-sour! We’ve got something for everyone🍻🍶🍹🥰
🌟 And many more authentic Japanese flavors!
Come experience "The Art of Japanese Cuisine" with us! ♪
📞 Reservations:
Call us or book online via OPEN TABLE / Website
🔗 Link in our Instagram profile ()
We can’t wait to serve you! 🎌✨
📍Izakaya Akatsuki
18206 S Western Ave Gardena, CA 90248
Address
18206 S Western Avenue
Gardena, CA
90248
To get to the location on S Western Avenue in Gardena by public transport, take bus number 205 and get off at the intersection of S Western Ave and W Redondo Beach Blvd. The restaurant is located a few blocks south on S Western Ave.
If driving, exit the 405 freeway at Redondo Beach Blvd and head east. Turn left onto S Western Ave and the restaurant will be on your right-hand side. There is a parking lot available for customers behind the building or street parking is also an option.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
11:30am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
11:30am - 2pm |
|
5:30pm - 10pm |
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What people say
Japanese Izakaya Akatsuki on S Western Avenue in Gardena is a must-visit for anyone looking for authentic Japanese cuisine. The restaurant specializes in daily made fresh noodle Udon & Soba by the owner, which is a treat for all noodle lovers. However, what sets this place apart is their Japanese style Izakaya served during dinner time.
One of the most popular dishes at Japanese Izakaya Akatsuki is their UFO GYOZA. This dish has become so popular that they have now introduced a large size to cater to the demand. The gyoza is crispy, crunchy, juicy, and delicious - making it an absolute delight to eat and photograph. It's perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying by yourself.
The restaurant also offers private rooms and a banquet room that are perfect for hosting parties, celebrations, or corporate events. You can make reservations through their website or phone call. They do add an 18% service charge if the party is more than six guests, but it's worth it for the privacy and exclusivity of having your own space.
If you're lucky enough to visit during their limited-time weekend menu, be sure to try their beef cutlet with sesame miso sauce. It's a mouth-watering dish that will leave you wanting more.
Overall, Japanese Izakaya Akatsuki is a fantastic restaurant that offers delicious food and excellent service. Whether you're in the mood for noodles or want to try some authentic Japanese appetizers with sake or beer, this place has got you covered!
