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Hikari Japanese Kitchen & Cafe

T8/22 Gowan Rd, Sunnybank Hills QLD 4109, Australia

Recommended by 42 people

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T8/22 Gowan Rd, Sunnybank Hills QLD 4109, Australia

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+61 7 3076 2637
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Hikari Japanese Kitchen & Cafe

Sunnybank Hills locals treat this quiet spot as a quick Tokyo escape, pairing thick-cut katsu sandos with craft workshops. Soft omurice arrives under split sauces alongside savory onigiri and pork-topped okonomiyaki. Tables fill with iced honeycomb toffee lattes, yuzu matcha fizz, and shelves lined with handmade crafts. The kitchen nails the balance—crispy beef katsu with tender centers and peanut butter slipped into savory pork sandos.

  • Japanese Cafe Staples: Thick katsu sandwiches, fluffy omurice with split sauces, and rich onigiri anchor the savory comfort options.
  • Creative Craft Workshops: Regular interactive sessions feature terrarium building and eco-resin crafts alongside handmade knitted goods for sale.
  • Signature Teas & Drinks: Iced honeycomb toffee lattes, matcha affogatos, and sparkling yuzu matcha round out the cafe beverage counter.
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Why Guests Choose Hikari Japanese Kitchen & Cafe

Discover why guests visit Hikari for Japanese cafe comfort food, interactive creative workshops, and a relaxing aesthetic space.

  • Flavorful Japanese Cafe Fare & Signature Drinks

    Diners enjoy well-executed Japanese cafe comfort staples like beef katsu omurice, fluffy scrambled eggs, and sandos paired with unique specialty drinks such as iced honeycomb toffee lattes.

    their sando and onigiri were both massive and packed with flavor

    Ying Ang

  • Filling Portions & Quality Value

    Guests appreciate generous, filling Japanese dishes like omurice, sandos, and balanced okonomiyaki offered at a fair and reasonable price point.

    The dishes might look small in portion but were very filling, the chicken and the beef were juicy and tender, full of flavours.

    Linda's Grooming House

  • Interactive Craft & Terrarium Workshops

    The venue hosts hands-on creative sessions, including Totoro terrarium building and eco-resin crafting, making it an engaging destination beyond standard dining.

    And they also host special workshops – from eco resin DIY to regular monthly totoro terrarium making.

    Chopstixout

  • Curated Crafts & In-Store Artwork

    In addition to creative workshops, guests can browse and purchase handmade knitted goods, Totoro-themed crafts, and local artwork displayed in the cafe.

    There is also a lot of cute handmade crafts for sale in store (in particular a lot of totoro themed products).

    Taylar Mcpherson

  • Calm, Peaceful Environment to Unwind

    Quiet background music, aesthetic interior decor, and a gentle atmosphere provide a peaceful setting for slowing down and unwinding.

    The atmosphere was peaceful and refreshing, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a quiet moment.

    Connor

  • Nostalgic Tastes of Japan

    Authentic preparation and classic flavours offer a comforting culinary escape for guests reminiscing about their travels in Japan.

    Whenever my partner and I are missing Japan, we come here just because the food and the atmosphere remind us so much of Japan.

    Broey Paige

Signature Japanese comfort food staples and sandos

  • Pork Katsu Sando

    The peanut butter surprisingly made the pork katsu sando better, my son likes it a lot when we took my half home.

    Võ Hạnh Linh Trần

  • Okonomiyaki

    I liked the okonomiyaki best, the proportion of the sauces was just right, unlike a lot of places where the sauces were too much and overwhelmed the nature taste of meat and veggies.

    Linda's Grooming House

  • Beef Katsu Omurice

    what surprised me the most was their beef katsu omurice! beef katsu at most places is usually really tough and dry but this was soft and tender

    Ying Ang

  • Panko Prawn Sando

    their sando and onigiri were both massive and packed with flavor, i definitely enjoyed the sando more with it’s refreshing yuzu flavors

    Ying Ang

Other favorites

Specialty drinks, desserts, and interactive craft workshops

  • Iced Honeycomb Toffee Latte

    my iced honeycomb toffee latte was stronggg and fragrant with a burnt caramel flavor, would highly recommend!

    Ying Ang

  • Matcha Sundae

    the matcha sundae tasted very authentic, with a strong matcha flavor.

    Sharon Lee

  • Iced Fizzy Yuzu Matcha

    matcha fizzy yuzu for drinks. They were both brilliant especially the matcha was pretty strong

    Võ Hạnh Linh Trần

  • Totoro Terrarium Workshop

    My daughter and I came here for the Totoro Terrarium workshop tonight and decided to have dinner afterwards.

    L Her

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful creative activities, retail crafts, and tailored hospitality that set Hikari apart.

  • DIY Terrarium Workshops

    Guests can build their own mini ecosystems through hands-on creative sessions like themed Totoro and Pokémon terrarium crafting.

  • Handmade Retail Goods

    Patrons can browse and purchase hand-crafted knitted items and Totoro-themed handmade crafts displayed throughout the cafe.

  • Purchasable Local Artwork

    Local original paintings and wall artwork decorating the interior are available for patrons to purchase directly.

  • Half-and-Half Omurice Sauce Option

    When diners are torn between curry and katsu sauces on their omurice, the team accommodates by serving split half-and-half sauce combinations.

Before you head over

Practical advice on seating, timing, and custom orders for your visit

  • Arrive Early or Opt for Takeaway

    The dining area is relatively compact and tables can fill up quickly during peak hours; consider planning ahead or choosing takeaway if seating is limited.

  • Allow Extra Time for Fresh Orders

    Dishes are prepared fresh and can take 20 to 25 minutes during busier periods, so allow extra time for your meal rather than rushing in on an empty stomach.

  • Request a Half-and-Half Omurice Sauce

    When ordering omurice and torn between sauces, staff can split the plate with half curry and half katsu sauce for the best of both styles.

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