{"id":53306,"date":"2026-03-20T06:10:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T06:10:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/?p=53306"},"modified":"2026-03-20T06:10:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T06:10:12","slug":"two-japanese-restaurants-cape-town-closing-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/2026\/03\/20\/two-japanese-restaurants-cape-town-closing-down\/","title":{"rendered":"These two Japanese restaurants in Cape Town are closing down"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Africa tv video display -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3579572842\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\">\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Two Japanese restaurants in Cape Town are shutting their doors for the last time.<\/p>\n<p>The Mother City boasts countless restaurants that serve Japanese fare, from sumptuous main courses to delicious desserts.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately for foodies, two of these eateries \u2013 both owned by Ilze Koekemoer \u2013 will close in less than a month.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mochi-mochi-says-sayonara\">MOCHI MOCHI SAYS \u2018SAYONARA\u2019<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Restaurants\" class=\"wp-image-2454677\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/These-two-Japanese-restaurants-in-Cape-Town-are-closing-down.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/These-two-Japanese-restaurants-in-Cape-Town-are-closing-down.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-mochi-768x512.jpg.optimal.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-mochi-750x500.jpg.optimal.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-mochi-960x640.jpg.optimal.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-mochi-640x427.jpg.optimal.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-mochi-255x170.jpg.optimal.jpg 255w\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mochi Mochi Caf\u00e9 is known for its varied mochi options. Image: chandlervid85\/ Freepik<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The first of these fine establishments heading for the chopping block is Mochi Mochi Caf\u00e9. Founded in 2021 and located at Heritage Square in the CBD, it has earned plaudits from foodies for its delectable menu, including its mochi dishes, savoury buns and sweet buns.<\/p>\n<p>Mochi Mochi confirmed their upcoming closure in an Instagram post titled \u201cSayonara, Mochi Fam!\u201d:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>After 5 [sic] years of serving Cape Town\u2019s first artisanal mochi and other irresistible treats, Mochi Mochi will be closing its doors on Saturday, 18 April 2026.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re so grateful to everyone who visited, tagged us in photos, and made our caf\u00e9 such a happy place \u2013 from regulars to our Mochi-core fans whose magical kawaii creations on our doors and walls added extra sparkle to every day.<\/p>\n<p>We have six weeks left to make more memories! Whether you\u2019re a mochi regular or a milk bread fan, come and grab your \u201cmust-haves\u201d while you still can.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tjing-tjing-15-years-of-japanese-restaurant-authenticity\">TJING TJING: 15 YEARS OF JAPANESE RESTAURANT AUTHENTICITY<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" alt=\"Restaurants\" class=\"wp-image-2454680\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773987009_472_These-two-Japanese-restaurants-in-Cape-Town-are-closing-down.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eduzim.co.zw\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773987009_472_These-two-Japanese-restaurants-in-Cape-Town-are-closing-down.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-tjing-tjing-768x512.jpg.optimal.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-tjing-tjing-750x500.jpg.optimal.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-tjing-tjing-960x640.jpg.optimal.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-tjing-tjing-640x427.jpg.optimal.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.thesouthafrican.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/restaurants-tjing-tjing-255x170.jpg.optimal.jpg 255w\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tjing Tjing\u2019s closure comes as it celebrates it 15th anniversary. Image via Instagram @tjingtjinghouse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Like Mochi Mochi, Tjing Tjing will shutter on Saturday, 18 April 2026.<\/p>\n<p>Founded in 2011 and located in Longmarket Street, this Harajuku-inspired restaurant serves a mix of street food-inspired fare, sushi dishes and upscale cocktails.<\/p>\n<p>Per an Instagram post:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Fifteen years ago, we opened our doors with a vision: curated sound, refined flavours, and the perfect pour. This year, as we celebrate our 15th birthday, we\u2019re also preparing for our final bow \u2026 But we\u2019re not going quietly.<\/p>\n<p>For the next six weeks, our house is open exactly as you remember it. Come enjoy your favourite cocktails and street food hits, set to the eclectic indie and electronica soundtrack you\u2019ve come to love.<\/p>\n<p>Come through, and let\u2019s toast to 15 years together.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-will-you-miss-these-restaurants\">WILL YOU MISS THESE RESTAURANTS?<\/h2>\n<p>Koekemoer has yet to confirm the reason behind these eateries\u2019 closures. Regardless, it\u2019s a sad day for the local restaurant industry.<\/p>\n<p>While there are plenty of other Japanese dining hotspots to frequent, including the popular Kloof Kobini, the shutdown of Mochi Mochi Caf\u00e9 and Tjing Tjing will leave a gap in the hearts and stomachs of foodies in Cape Town and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>Share your fond memories of these restaurants in the comments below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async defer src=\"https:\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Africa tv video display -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1669381584671856\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"3579572842\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\">\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n#Japanese #restaurants #Cape #Town #closing<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two Japanese restaurants in Cape Town are shutting their doors for the last time. 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