Hikari: Japanese brunch in London, every Saturday at Aki
London has plenty of brunches. Very few feel distinctly Japanese, and fewer still manage to be both generous and genuinely...
London has plenty of brunches. Very few feel distinctly Japanese, and fewer still manage to be both generous and genuinely well judged.
Hikari, Aki’s Saturday brunch in Marylebone, has been designed to sit in that rare middle ground. Here, brunch means Japanese sharing plates, a main course each, unlimited temaki hand rolls and drinks upgrades that can be tailored to the table, all starting from £49.50 per person.
It is a more refined kind of weekend ritual: sociable, celebratory and far more memorable than a typical Saturday brunch in central London.
Hikari Saturday Brunch
A Japanese brunch in Marylebone
Hikari brings together Japanese sharing plates, premium mains, unlimited temaki hand rolls and dessert in one generous Saturday experience at Aki, 1 Cavendish Square.
- Price: £49.50 per person
- Welcome drink: One alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink on arrival
- Includes: Sharing starters, one main per guest, one side between two, unlimited temaki hand rolls and one dessert between two
- Drink upgrades: Bottomless soft drinks and mocktails, wine or cocktails, Champagne or premium cocktails
- Availability: Every Saturday, for parties of two or more
- Location: Aki, 1 Cavendish Square, Marylebone, London W1G 0LA
What to expect from Hikari brunch
At Aki, the Hikari format is as considered as the cooking: sharing plates to begin, a main course each, temaki hand rolls served throughout the meal and a dessert designed for the table. Each course gives the afternoon a natural sense of progression, without asking guests to rush.
On arrival
A welcome drink
Every guest begins with either an alcoholic welcome drink or an alcohol-free alternative, setting the tone for a brunch that feels considered from the first pour.
To start
Japanese sharing plates
The opening dishes are designed to bring the table together. Truffle edamame, spinach salad with Hokkaido shiitake sesame dressing, rock shrimp tempura, wagyu beef gyoza and boneless chicken wings move naturally between freshness, richness and crunch.
Bluefin tuna tartare with nuka pickle, Oscietra caviar and puffed brown rice is available as a £12 supplement.
The main course
A main dish each
Each guest chooses one main, from Australian A4B wagyu and crispy skin salmon to black ginger baby chicken or vegetable rice gohan. Caramelised black cod and Lumina lamb cutlets are available as £15 supplement options.
Choose one side between two guests: tenderstem broccoli with satsuma yuzu wafu dressing, or potato pavé with miso and roasted garlic.
To share
Unlimited temaki hand rolls
Throughout the meal, the chef’s selection of temaki hand rolls keeps the table supplied. This is the element that gives Hikari its most generous rhythm and makes the experience especially suited to a long, sociable Saturday lunch.
To finish
Dessert for the table
Choose one dessert between two guests: Japanese millefeuille with sobacha, whipped vanilla ganache and aged soya caramel, or coconut chawanmushi with mangosteen, lychee, mango coulis and jasmine tea foam.
The Hikari brunch menu
Hikari is built around the kind of sharing that gives Japanese dining its energy: starters for the centre of the table, a main chosen to suit each guest, temaki hand rolls served throughout and a dessert to conclude the experience.
What is on the Hikari brunch menu?
The menu balances fresh, rich, smoky and sharp flavours across the meal. It includes a selection of Japanese starters for the table, a choice of main course, a side between two guests, unlimited chef’s-choice temaki hand rolls and dessert to share.
Sharing starters
Japanese plates for the table
- Truffle Edamame: Truffle salt
- Spinach Salad: Tokyo turnips, herbs, Hokkaido shiitake sesame dressing
- Rock Shrimp Tempura: Seaweed furikake, kimchi yuzu sauce
- Wagyu Beef Gyoza: Caramelised onion miso, binchotan potato veil
- Boneless Chicken Wings: Garlic prawn, tomato natto miso, furikake
Optional supplement: Bluefin Tuna Tartare with nuka pickle, Oscietra caviar and puffed brown rice, £12.
Choose one
Main courses
- Topside Roasted Australian A4B Wagyu: Brown butter miso, miso béarnaise, wasabi and olive salsa verde
- Crispy Skin Salmon: Avocado sansho purée, mitsuba, ginger sudachi miso sauce
- Black Ginger Baby Chicken: Aged barley miso, onsen egg, truffle oil and herbs
- Vegetable Rice Gohan: Dashi, Japanese vegetables, onsen egg, sesame chilli garlic
£15 supplements: Caramelised Black Cod with sho kogi den miso, nuka cucumber, Japanese herbs and yuzu dashi; or Lumina Lamb Cutlets with yuzu nira miso, fermented kimchi marinade, herb miso and umeboshi.
One between two
Sides
- Tenderstem Broccoli: Satsuma yuzu wafu dressing, wasabi furikake
- Potato Pavé: Miso and roasted garlic, wasabi furikake
Chef’s selection
Unlimited temaki hand rolls
Temaki are hand rolls made to be enjoyed as they are served. During Hikari, the chef’s selection of the day is offered throughout the meal, so the table can continue at its own pace.
One between two
Desserts
- Japanese Millefeuille: Sobacha millefeuille, whipped vanilla ganache, aged soya caramel
- Coconut Chawanmushi: Mangosteen and lychee anmitsu, mango coulis, jasmine tea foam
Drinks upgrades for Hikari brunch
Every Hikari booking includes an alcoholic or non-alcoholic welcome drink. From there, guests can keep the experience alcohol-free, add wine or cocktails, or choose a Champagne upgrade for a more celebratory afternoon.
Included
Hikari Brunch
£49.50
per person
The full Hikari experience, including a welcome alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink, Japanese sharing starters, one main each, unlimited temaki hand rolls and dessert to share.
Alcohol-free
Bottomless soft drinks and mocktails
+£10
per person
For guests who want the movement and generosity of a Saturday brunch while keeping the afternoon alcohol-free.
A little sparkle
Wine or signature cocktails
+£20
per person
Choose half a bottle of wine or three signature cocktails per person for a polished, food-led celebration.
The celebration
Champagne or premium cocktails
+£30
per person
Choose half a bottle of Champagne or three premium cocktails per person for birthdays, reunions and longer Saturday lunches.
Whatever the table chooses, the point is not excess for its own sake. The drinks are designed to complement the food, the bold Japanese flavours and the steady rhythm of hand rolls served throughout the experience.
Marylebone’s Saturday brunch ritual
Too many weekend brunch plans begin with compromise: a table that feels generic, a menu that could belong anywhere in London, or a venue that promises atmosphere and delivers little beyond noise.
Hikari offers a more considered answer. It is a Japanese brunch for proper conversation, generous dishes, bold flavours and a dining experience that feels celebratory without becoming chaotic. Whether you are gathering friends for a birthday, planning a special occasion or simply looking for a more memorable Saturday lunch in Marylebone, the format is designed to carry the afternoon from first plate to final pour.
For friends
A brunch worth planning ahead for
Hikari is built for tables that want more than a standard bottomless brunch. The combination of Japanese sharing plates, premium mains and unlimited temaki gives the booking real substance.
For celebrations
Birthdays, reunions and longer lunches
The experience suits birthdays, catch-ups and occasions that deserve a little more ceremony. Drinks upgrades allow the table to make the afternoon as relaxed or celebratory as it wishes.
For different moods
A flexible way to brunch
Some guests will choose wine, Champagne or cocktails; others will prefer mocktails and soft drinks. Hikari makes room for both, which is what gives the experience its ease.
In central London
A Japanese brunch near Oxford Circus
Aki is at 1 Cavendish Square in Marylebone, a short walk from Oxford Circus, Bond Street, Regent Street and the West End. It is an easy Saturday destination before shopping, an afternoon in town or an evening nearby.
A brighter way to spend Saturday
Hikari is not designed as a rushed meal between plans. It is an invitation to let the table set the pace: begin with crisp, savoury sharing plates, choose a main that suits the mood, keep the conversation moving over temaki hand rolls and finish with a dessert made to share.
From wagyu and salmon to vegetable gohan, Japanese millefeuille and coconut chawanmushi, the menu gives every part of the afternoon a purpose. Add a welcome drink, choose an upgrade if the occasion calls for it, and make Saturday lunch at Aki feel like the event rather than the interval.
Hikari is Aki London’s Japanese brunch, served every Saturday at 1 Cavendish Square, Marylebone, London W1G 0LA. Hikari is available for parties of two or more and starts from £49.50 per person, including an alcoholic or non-alcoholic welcome drink, Japanese sharing starters, one main course per person, unlimited temaki hand rolls, one side between two guests and one dessert between two guests.
Optional drinks upgrades include bottomless soft drinks and mocktails for £10 per person, half a bottle of wine or three signature cocktails for £20 per person, and half a bottle of Champagne or three premium cocktails for £30 per person. Bluefin tuna tartare is available as a £12 supplement; caramelised black cod and Lumina lamb cutlets are available as £15 supplements. Dishes, prices, drinks packages and availability may change. Please share dietary requirements and allergens when booking so the Aki team can confirm available options before your visit.
Hikari Saturday Brunch
Book a Japanese brunch in Marylebone.
Join us at Aki every Saturday for Japanese sharing plates, a main course each, unlimited temaki hand rolls, dessert and drinks upgrades from £49.50 per person.
Frequently asked questions
Everything to know before booking Hikari Japanese brunch at Aki London
What is Hikari brunch at Aki London?
Hikari is Aki’s Japanese Saturday brunch in Marylebone. The experience includes an alcoholic or non-alcoholic welcome drink, Japanese sharing starters, one main course per person, unlimited chef’s-selection temaki hand rolls, one side between two guests and one dessert between two guests.
How much is Hikari brunch?
Hikari brunch starts from £49.50 per person. This includes the food experience and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic welcome drink on arrival. Optional drinks upgrades and selected menu supplements are charged separately.
When is Hikari brunch served?
Hikari is served every Saturday at Aki London. Available booking times and current availability can be viewed through Aki’s Hikari reservation page.
Where is Hikari brunch served?
Hikari is served at Aki, 1 Cavendish Square, Marylebone, London W1G 0LA. The restaurant is within easy reach of Oxford Circus, Bond Street, Regent Street and the West End.
Is there a minimum number of guests for Hikari brunch?
Yes. Hikari brunch is available for parties of two or more, as certain parts of the menu, including the side and dessert, are served to share between two guests.
What food is included in Hikari brunch?
The brunch includes sharing starters such as truffle edamame, spinach salad, rock shrimp tempura, wagyu beef gyoza and boneless chicken wings. Each guest then selects a main course, followed by unlimited temaki hand rolls, one side between two guests and one dessert between two guests.
What main courses can I choose from?
The standard main-course choices are topside roasted Australian A4B wagyu, crispy skin salmon, black ginger baby chicken and vegetable rice gohan. Caramelised black cod and Lumina lamb cutlets are available for a £15 supplement, subject to availability.
Are temaki hand rolls really unlimited?
Yes. Hikari includes unlimited temaki hand rolls from the chef’s selection of the day, served throughout the meal. The selection may change according to the day’s ingredients and kitchen direction.
What drinks are included with Hikari brunch?
Every Hikari guest receives one alcoholic or non-alcoholic welcome drink on arrival. Optional upgrades are available for bottomless soft drinks and mocktails, wine or signature cocktails, and Champagne or premium cocktails.
What are the Hikari drinks upgrade prices?
Bottomless soft drinks and mocktails are available for £10 per person. Half a bottle of wine or three signature cocktails is available for £20 per person. Half a bottle of Champagne or three premium cocktails is available for £30 per person.
Are there supplements on the Hikari brunch menu?
Yes. Bluefin tuna tartare with nuka pickle, Oscietra caviar and puffed brown rice is available for a £12 supplement. Caramelised black cod and Lumina lamb cutlets are available as £15 main-course supplements.
Can Hikari brunch accommodate vegetarian or dietary requirements?
Vegetable rice gohan is available as a main-course choice. Please share all dietary requirements, allergies and preferences at the time of booking, so the Aki team can confirm suitable options and any possible adjustments before your visit.
Is Hikari suitable for birthdays and group celebrations?
Yes. Hikari is designed for sociable Saturday gatherings, including birthdays, celebrations, reunions and longer lunches with friends. For large groups or private events, contact Aki’s events team before booking to discuss the most suitable arrangement.
Do I need to book Hikari brunch in advance?
Advance booking is recommended, particularly for Saturdays, groups and celebrations. Reserve Hikari brunch online.
Can menu items and prices change?
Yes. Aki’s menus are subject to seasonal availability, ingredient supply and kitchen changes. Prices, supplements, drinks packages and menu items may change, so please check the current booking information or contact the restaurant before your visit if a specific dish is important to your plans.
