Beautiful shop and wonderful exhibition of 100 traditional Japanese artisans on the lower ground floor. This is accompanied by a lovely film showing the techniques used. Exquisite atmosphere, fantastic experience. I'll definitely return.
That was a very unexpected place to visit since we didn't plan to go there originally. However, it turned out to be one of the most interesting places during our short trip in London. Ground floor is a exhibition/shop - everything on display can be bought. It's full of retail treasures. Pricy, but well-worthy. Underground floor is an exhibition space. Currently on display is 100+ craftmakers, a true showboat of Japanese craftsmanship through the last few decades focused on a daily-use items. Top floor is a restaurant, unfortunately unavailable by the time of the visit. If you plan to travel to Japan or are just curious, there's plenty of free guides and flyers at the information corner. Make sure to find some time during your trip and visit this wonderful place. You won't be disappointed! And the best thing - this place is free of charge!
The shop has a variety of items of Japan origin that you can take a look at with description/ history attached. I liked the Sailor Pen area where you can try using them. Pricing were definitely on the high end so I wouldn’t recommend buying anything from here. Only managed to walk around the ground floor but I believe there are more areas to the other levels as well as a gallery. Quiet and cosy ambience with plenty of seatings available. Ordered a hot Matcha Latte from the cafe. Milk was well foamed and drink was not over sweetened, however, quality of ingredients were poor. Tasted like low quality UHT milk and Matcha taste was really faint. I feel that as a place promoting their culture, the food and beverages has to at least be of an acceptable standard. Overall 3/10.
Amazing Japanese cultural centre.shop, exhibitions and restaurant. Located at the top of Kensington high Street. You walk into the ground floor, the shop, selling Japanese goods. Bit pricey but definitely high quality. Travel section at the rear with brochures of different locations in Japan. Downstairs in the basement is the exhibition area, we went when they had the pictogram exhibition, it was really cool,fun, interactive and informative, really interesting, and still on at this moment in time. Upstairs is the restaurant, sadly it was closed when we went but the menu does look very enticing. Definitely worth a visit if your interested in anything to do with Japan.
I came here a couple months ago now, but I'm still thinking of it, so I thought it was worth a leaving a review. The exhibition at the time of my visit was The Craft of Carpentry. Although I had little knowledge or any strong interest for carpentry or its tools and techniques before, I found it so engaging and interesting, I could've stayed hours longer just reading about and admiring the displays. I also loved the building's interior aesthetic and the shop, which had many unique curated items. This shop also felt like a bit of a display to me, as you can see the different places the items had come from and other information, which I thought was cool. And I couldn't forget the matcha latte here. I think it's the best I've ever had. It was not too sweet, had a strong matcha taste, and it was a beautiful green colour. So perfect for a warm day. When I return to London I would happily go out of my way to spend time here again.
We had a 5 course dinner ,the quality of sushi were great they also have vegetarian option so that is very nice. The tempura in a hot stone was a bit boring, maybe the lamb was nice if you like lamb. My friend had a grilled mushroom in a hot stone and he said it was amazing! I think my favourite part was the matcha cake it was really super delicious.Service was good.
Marvelous experience. Good service and the place itself is amazing for Japan lovers. Loved the matcha tea and the dessert I ordered with it. Bathrooms are kinda fun, they are provided with those electronic loos that I was always so excited to try at least once in my life. Couldn't find the courage to use the bidet feature though.
An interesting center for Japanese crafts, niche brands and reads. They had the “Symbiosis” exhibition on display, which seemed like an interesting architectural/social initiative though the exhibition itself wasn’t that appealing. I enjoyed the reading room though, plenty of interesting books at your disposal.
Wonderful space arranged over three floors. It is open to the public and free to visit. The main street level area has a coffee bar and a mix of exhibits and products for sale. The first floor is a restaurant and bar. And the basement level is an exhibition space and micro library. The staff are friendly and helpful.
If you are a lover of Japan and all things Japan, a visit to Japan House on High Street Kensington is a necessity. The large space has been re done and the modern designer avatar is amazing. The clean lines and white everything makes it the most soothing space on the rather busy high street. Upon entering you are welcomed by a stunning but very neat white colored cafe bar. Do try their matcha lattes, amongst the best in London. The Japan House also displays traditions crafts and items from Japan. In the basement, they have a library and an exhibition space. We saw the exhibition on traditional windows of Japan. And their evolution. A really nice space, everyone visiting High Street Ken must stop and wander at Japan House.
Japan House London is located at 101-111 Kensington High St, London W8 5SA, UK
You can contact Japan House London at +44 20 3972 7100
You can find directions to Japan House London by following this map link
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