Desk-researched draft — every price, coordinate, and claim below must be re-checked in person per our methodology before this page ships. Conflicting reports on whether it is currently operating.
Nippon claims the title of the first Japanese restaurant in Cyprus, and for two decades it has been the name Larnaca people say when they mean proper, expensive sushi rather than a supermarket tray.
What is worth ordering?
The classic nigiri and sashimi are the point — regulars consistently call the fish the freshest in town, and the in-house sauces lift the more creative rolls without drowning them. The cooked side of the menu adapts Japanese flavours for a European palate, which is either a feature or a compromise depending on what you came for.
What are the downsides?
Price, chiefly — this is among the most expensive sushi in Larnaca, and opinions split on whether it still clears that bar. Some recent diners report heavy-handed mayonnaise on the fusion rolls. There is no parking of its own, on a street where that matters.
Before you go
Call first. Its website shows daily hours at Stadiou 120, but there are credible recent claims that the restaurant has closed and the owner now runs Koo on Mackenzie beach. We will resolve this on our verification visit.
Opening hours
| Monday | 12:00–23:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Thursday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Friday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Saturday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Sunday | 12:00–23:30 |
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Sushi set (16 pieces) | €32.00 |
| Salmon nigiri (2 pieces) | €7.50 |
| Sashimi selection | €24.00 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Nippon in Larnaca still open?
- Its official site lists daily hours (12:00–23:30) at Stadiou 120, but at least one recent diner report claims it has closed, with the owner now running Koo on Mackenzie beach. Call +357 24 400330 before visiting.
- Why is Nippon expensive?
- It positions itself as the first and most serious Japanese restaurant in Cyprus, with fish quality and knife work priced accordingly. Expect Nicosia-hotel prices, not sushi-chain prices.