Sakagura in BGC: A Refined Sake Bar and Japanese Dining Destination at One Bonifacio Mall
Sakagura at One Bonifacio High Street in Taguig invites diners to discover a refined Japanese dining destination where sake culture, culinary craftsmanship, and an immersive izakaya experience come together in one elegant space.
IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
Part of the Nikkei Group, Sakagura is envisioned as a concept-driven sake bar and Japanese dining destination that celebrates the depth and richness of Japan’s food and drink traditions. The restaurant offers guests a sensory journey centered on premium sake, sushi, hand rolls, and robatayaki, all thoughtfully prepared in a setting that is both sophisticated and welcoming. With fresh ingredients airflown from Japan every week, Sakagura continues to present a dining experience rooted in authenticity, precision, and artistry.
IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
Its menu reflects this commitment through a well-curated selection of dishes that highlight both flavor and technique. Diners can explore beautifully prepared raw selections, hand rolls, and aburi (or slightly torched nigiri), maki, udon, and donburi, alongside comforting specialties and expertly grilled robatayaki offerings.
One of its must-try offerings is the Chef’s Choice Sakagura Nigiri, a beautifully curated selection of six assorted pieces that showcases the freshness of the seafood and the kitchen’s refined approach to Japanese craftsmanship. Thoughtfully prepared to highlight the distinct flavor and texture of each piece, it offers diners a well-rounded introduction to Sakagura’s sushi artistry in one elegant serving.
Sakagura Nigiri (Php 1,250) / IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
Another Chef’s Choice worth trying is the Sakagura Sashimi, a thoughtfully assembled platter featuring a variety of the day’s freshest sashimi cuts. Carefully selected to highlight the quality and seasonality of the seafood, each slice is served with clean, delicate flavors and a satisfying freshness that allows the natural character of the fish to shine. It is a refined choice for diners who want to enjoy Japanese seafood in its purest and most elegant form.
For those in the mood for a heartier Japanese classic, you may opt for their lunch set menu. The Tori Katsu Set, for example, features Tori Katsu Curry served with your choice of Kitsune Udon or Cha Soba, gohan and fried egg, refreshing Iced Tea or Matcha Tea, and a scoop of house-made gelato.
Tori Katsu Set (Php 680) / IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
Finally, for those who want to experience robatayaki for the first time, you may want to try Miso Bone Marrow, roasted until soft and buttery, then layered with miso to bring out that deep, savory finish. It is best paired with Yaki Onigiri featuring grilled rice that is crisp outside and soft in the center.
Miso Bone Marrow (Php 750) / IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
For those seeking a more intimate and elevated culinary experience, you may pair these dishes with their very own liqueur and spirits, craft beer, wines, shochu, house sake, sake cocktails and more! One example is the Kagoshima Gimlet, a sake cocktail made with Kakushigura barrel-aged barley shochu, offering depth and softness, lifted by a quiet brightness of citrus.
Kagoshima Gimlet (Php 495) / IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
At the helm of its culinary team is Chef Yonemoto, whose career spans decades of experience in Japanese cuisine. From his early work as executive chef in Kiraku, Japan, to his time in the renowned kitchens of New York City and later in Tokyo, Chef Yonemoto has built a strong foundation in both traditional technique and izakaya-style innovation. Today, he brings that expertise to Sakagura, where his leadership helps define the restaurant’s distinctive identity.
Chef Yonemoto / IMAGE from Sakagura’s Facebook page
Through its immersive concept, carefully crafted dishes, and deep respect for Japanese culinary culture, Sakagura stands as a destination for diners looking to experience the spirit of Japan in the heart of BGC.
