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Katsura Japanese Cuisine

Authentic Japanese dining with a contemporary approach

Katsura Japanese Cuisine offers an authentic Japanese dining experience shaped by tradition, seasonality and genuine hospitality. With a contemporary approach, the menu highlights the best local seafood, seasonal produce and premium Japanese ingredients, prepared with care and precision.

Our talented chefs focus on presenting fresh, locally sourced ingredients alongside the highest-quality Japanese products. Working closely with local growers, sustainable seafood suppliers and trusted wine and beer producers, Katsura is committed to thoughtful sourcing and consistent quality for every guest.

The Grand Japanese Seafood Buffet Dinner

A generous Japanese buffet experience

Katsura’s hosted Japanese seafood buffet is available Wednesday to Sunday evenings, offering a two-hour dining experience designed to be enjoyed at an unhurried pace.

Seating times:

  • Days: Wednesday – Sunday
  • Seating One: 5:00pm
  • Seating Two: 7:00pm
  • Closing: 9:00pm

 

The buffet showcases a generous selection of seafood, sushi, sashimi and hot dishes, allowing guests to explore a wide range of flavours while enjoying attentive and knowledgeable service.

Teppanyaki Station, Raw Bar and Live Cooking

For a more interactive dining experience, enjoy the view as our chefs prepare your meal using traditional Teppanyaki techniques.

Or take a seat at the raw bar for a more relaxed experience, where our chefs demonstrate skill and precision while preparing fresh sashimi and sushi. Live cooking stations also include teppanyaki, chargrill selections, ramen and noodle dishes, offering variety and balance throughout the evening.

Pair this with attentive service and carefully selected beverages for a dining experience that is engaging, comfortable and memorable.

“Dōzo Omeshiagarikudasai”
(Enjoy your meal)

 

Private Dining and Events

An intimate setting for special occasions

Discover Katsura’s private dining room, a secluded space designed for intimate celebrations and small gatherings. Available for groups of 10 guests or more and accommodating up to 14 guests, the room offers a calm and comfortable setting overlooking our curated Japanese garden.

Kaiseki Private Dining guides guests through a carefully prepared multi-course experience. Each dish highlights seasonal ingredients and thoughtful presentation, creating a refined and unhurried way to enjoy Japanese cuisine.

Packages start from $105 per person, with the following options available:

  • Tasting 5-Course Menu: $105 per person
  • Premium 7-Course Menu: $160 per person

 


Dine More. Earn More.

Indulge in exceptional dining and be rewarded for every visit.  MyMillennium members can enjoy bonus MyPoints when dining at participating restaurants and bars across the globe. Whether it’s a casual lunch, after-work drinks, or a celebratory dinner, every spend brings you closer to your next reward.

How You Earn: 

  • Enjoy 1,000 bonus MyPoints when you spend from USD$75 in a single bill
  • Stack your rewards seamlessly with an accelerated earn rate for Silver and Prestige members
  • Silver members who spend USD$200 or more in a single bill will earn double MyPoints on that transaction
  • Prestige members who spend USD$300 or more in a single bill will earn triple MyPoints on that transaction
  • Eligible members will receive both the fixed bonus MyPoints and their tier-based multiplier on the same bill, maximising the value of every dining experience

Promotion Period: 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027


Celebrate Mother’s Day at Katsura

This Mother’s Day weekend, gather the family and honour the most important woman at the table with an experience designed to be shared.

Join us Friday to Sunday, 8–9 May, for a refined yet welcoming dining experience where flavour, theatre, and togetherness come together.

For $159 per person, enjoy our signature buffet elevated with a selection of premium additions:

– Half lobster

– Hibachi steak

– Scampi

A perfect balance of indulgence and warmth — crafted for families to connect, celebrate, and create lasting memories.

Date: 

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 8-10th May 11-4pm bookings essential

Price: 

Price: 

$125 per person or upgrade to $159 extra seafood selection for Mother's Day

Limited availability. Bookings essential.

 

Contact our team to tailor your experience and secure your booking. Complimentary onsite undercover parking is available. Reservations are essential.

 

Contact Us

71 Mayoral Drive, Auckland Central, 1010
+64 9 366 3000
katsura@millenniumhotels.co.nz

Monday:CLOSED

Tuesday:CLOSED

Wednesday:Buffet - 5.00pm - 7.00pm & 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Thursday:Buffet - 5.00pm - 7.00pm & 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Friday:Buffet - 5.00pm - 7.00pm & 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Saturday:Buffet - 5.00pm - 7.00pm & 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Sunday:Sunday Buffet Special - 5.00pm - 7.00pm & 7.30pm - 9.30pm