Everything you love about the original Hatsune, featuring the same menu with all original classics along with new delectable additions and a remarkable new design. Already a legend in Beijing renowned for its fresh California style Japanese sushi rolls and high-quality service, the new Hatsune is an instant sensation with its innovative and impressive décor. Featuring a waterfall glass door entrance, two sushi bars, a ceiling-high bar with movable ladders, colorful traditional Japanese komono prints along the walls and a centrally located outdoor terrace, the new Hatsune was inspired by underwater, aquatic themes evident throughout the restaurant. Located right in the heart of Sanlitun, a destination with history, Hatsune is the newest hot-spot bringing a high-end fusion of dining and drinking to Beijing's restaurant scene.

Rollin’ It

The new Hatsune is the latest addition to the slew of restaurants at The Village. The younger sibling of the Guanghua Lu branch, this California-style Japanese restaurant boasts well-designed interiors and a menu full of delectable rolls and sushi. For those who like a lethal spicy kick, we recommend the 119 roll (¥55). The roxy roll (¥70) is a luxurious combination of cream cheese and avocado and a pleasure to devour. Aside from the rolls, the “pumpkin tofu” (¥18) was one of our favorites. This cold dish is a light custard egg and pumpkin concoction with a texture smooth and light like tofu, perfect for a summer time snack. Fans of traditional Japanese food and foodies looking for healthy fare will probably find the selection here a little heavy on the calories, but the innovative and daring combinations on the menu are well worth the while. Quality dishes and attentive service aside, our one quip is that the restrooms are located outside of the restaurant—a walk after such a good meal.

XiXi Cheng