Yamayu Santatsu

Having lived in Japan for two years and developed a taste for authentic Japanese cuisine, I was excited to try out this restaurant.
The atmosphere, reminiscent of an izakaya, and the predominantly Japanese staff initially reassured me of the quality and the politeness I was imagining. I was expexting a nostalgic throwback to what was one of the most amazing experience I had but, honestly, I walked out pretty disappointed. If you’ve been to Japan, forget about the typical politness of Japanese hospitality.
I ordered in Japanese, hoping for a pleasant surprise or perhaps a chance for small talk (given it's unusual for a European to speak Japanese), but to my disappointment, it was treated as routine. The staff seemed solely focused on our orders and the amount we were spending.
The food (not taking into account the sushi) was ok, even though I find it absurd charging 6 € for a small miso soup. However, the sushi was quite disappointing. The quality of the rice was not apporiate as it was too chewy.
While I'm curious about other items on the menu, the overall experience has left me uncertain about returning.
If you've experienced genuine Japanese hospitality and cuisine, you may find this restaurant falls short of expectations.

Wonderful place! We had sashimi and some rolls and everything was excellent and fresh! I would recommend anyone who is craving sushi in Brussels.

This restaurant was a pleasant discovery! Once you enter, you are welcome by the servers in Japanese. The decor of it, follow the typical Japanese restaurant, giving you the chance to immerse yourself in the experience. We went during lunch time and the place was packed, nevertheless the service was fast and professional. The food was delicious, very faithful to the traditional food we had in Japan. Sushi was really fresh, keep in mind, that they put wasabi in it. Tonkatsu was my favourite.

I heard the best Kaksendon (sashimi on sushi rice) in Europa is here. I think it's true. Fresh and various sashimi and perfect coocked rice.
Staffs were very welcome and kind. Atmosphere is like we are in Japan.
Just sad that Kaksendon is so big portion and could not try other meals. Better to book a table in advance and Kaksendon is needed to book.

Went for lunch menu “Chirashi” for 17 euro. Great portion that comes with green tea, miso soup and 2 salad.
The restaurant is busy all the time and definitely make a reservation in the evening. Also feel like Japanese vibe when I sit there.

Because this place is quite affordable, it’s often full. I would recommend give a phone call to book a table just to make sure.

The service was still fast despite all the tables being booked. But a smile would not have been too much to ask ;) Otherwise, the food was good and warm interior, reminding me of my Asian roots.

Unbelievable place. It’s mastered Japanese kitchen. There are options to seat on the regular table or right in front of the kitchen so your can see and talk to the chef. It’s unique experience.

Quality and quantity of dishes is also amusing. It’s such a pleasure to taste sea food with perfect cuts.

I would recommend this place for all.

Made a reservation but waited at the door for 20 minutes, nobody came to ask a word. Severely under staff.
Food wise, the best was surprisingly the free beef appetiser. The prawn tempura was absolutely horrible… Too oily and was not properly cleaned, prawn waste was disgusting. Poor quality for €30 (5 prawns)
Mixed sashimi plate was below average too. The shell must have been reused for 100 times