Welcome to Mugen
We are a Japanese family-run restaurant located in the heart of Holborn in London.
Mugen is the perfect place to stop by to dine, drink and celebrate in Japanese style.
夢源 (MU-GEN) translates to ‘dream origin’ aka ‘dream first’.
All good things start with a dream, and come to life through unwavering belief, dedication, and boundless passion.
Start with a dream, and dream big!
Our Story
Our founder arrived in London in 1993 as a hopeful yet somewhat lost Japanese ‘salaryman’ with a deep love of food. Captivated by the vibrant culture and the boundless freedom the city offered, he decided to call London his home. Noticing a lack of authentic Japanese izakaya style restaurants, he was inspired to create a place where Londoners could experience the true flavours and warm hospitality of Japan.
Our restaurant is his dream brought to life, offering a genuine taste of Japan in the heart of London
Beyond Dining-in
Catering Services
We prepare delicious dishes from fresh and seasonal ingredients for corporate and private events.
Takeaway Shop
Just 5 minutes away from our restaurant, we also have a cute and very yellow takeaway shop.
Market Stall
We are proud to be part of Leather Lane Market, a vibrant street food haven and global culinary melting pot.
