Relaxed and affordable Japanese fare

Noteworthy for: This is a great vegetarian-friendly venue, with nearly a quarter of the dishes having meat-free options. The waiting staff also know which dishes are gluten-free.

This laid-back and little Japanese bistro just off Nicolson Street offers affordable and authentic Kyoto cooking. There are plenty of excellent sushi options, but the menu stretches to more original fare such as takoyaki, crisp octopus dumplings, and agenasu, deep-fried fanned aubergine.

With the university residences nearby, it's bustling and boisterous with a young crowd making the most of the lunch time GBP 4-9 bento boxes. Dinner time sees big groups sharing Japanese plates tapas style. The fish is fresh from around the corner every other day, they have an ever-changing menu of specials and the sake cocktails will get you in the spirit.