I just held my birthday party there and I'm glad I chose Hatsune instead of the other possible venues. I was actually surprised how little it cost, especially considering we had wine and a superb but high-end dish, the beef with foie gras, which is extraordinary. If you're looking for authentic Japan sushi, this is the wrong place -- this is LA sushi all the way. In other words, if you want sushi in silence, find another place. If you want to have fun while sitting underneath a fish mobile, enjoying really tasty food, then come here. Reservations are an absolute must.