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One Chef's Promise to East Cobb

Sakura was built on a single commitment: authentic Japanese cuisine, crafted with fresh ingredients and genuine care, right here in Marietta. Everything else — the rolls, the ramen, the familiar faces — grew from that promise.
How Timothy Wijaya Started Sakura

How Timothy Wijaya Started Sakura

Timothy Wijaya opened Sakura with a clear commitment: bring authentic Japanese cuisine to East Cobb without shortcuts. That vision — quality ingredients, genuine hospitality — has guided every decision since day one.
The Kitchen's Approach to Every Roll

The Kitchen's Approach to Every Roll

At Sakura, quality is measured in the generosity of the fish — not the rice. Each roll is handcrafted to order, from flash-tempura signatures to the Negi-Toro Box, torched tableside in the Osaka tradition.
A Full Japanese Table

A Full Japanese Table

Sakura goes well beyond sushi — slow-simmered tonkotsu ramen, nabeyaki udon, and bento boxes have become lunchtime rituals for families across the neighborhood. Every corner of Japanese cuisine is taken seriously here.
A Table That Always Has Room

A Table That Always Has Room

Families return week after week. Regulars order the chef's choice nigiri without glancing at the menu. Newcomers are welcomed with patience and warmth — there is always room for one more at Sakura.