Fuji Hiro, the city’s original Japanese restaurant, will once again open to customers from today (Wednesday, July 9), inviting diners to dive back into the delicious dishes that made it a local legend.
Located in its original home at the Merrion Centre, Fuji Hiro is returning under new management, with Leeds-born entrepreneur James Douglas at the helm.
It boasts a fresh new look and a renewed focus on what made it special in the first place. Take a look inside...
7. Fuji Hiro reopening at Merrion Centre
Customers were left devastated by news of its closure in January 2025, but the popular city centre hotspot is now set for a new lease of life. | Jonathan Gawthorpe
8. Fuji Hiro reopening at Merrion Centre
Charles Newman, associate director at Town Centre Securities PLC (TCS), owners of the Merrion Centre, added: “We’re incredibly excited to see Fuji Hiro reopen its doors. It’s a much-missed gem in Leeds’ food scene and its return brings a real buzz to the Merrion Centre." | Jonathan Gawthorpe
11. Fuji Hiro reopening at Merrion Centre
While staying true to its original character, the interior has been given an overhaul, with more consistent design, new features, and an improved layout that increases seating capacity for busy periods. | Jonathan Gawthorpe
12. Fuji Hiro reopening at Merrion Centre
James Douglas added: “We can’t wait welcome back all the Fuji fans and introduce newcomers to the incredible tastes and aromas of its authentic Japanese cuisine.” | Jonathan Gawthorpe