About Moshi Moshi
Serving exceptional sushi and hospitality in Ballard since 2009
One of the first sushi restaurants to open in Ballard in 2009, Moshi Moshi is known for serving fresh, creative sushi, authentic Japanese cuisine, and world-class cocktails and sake for over 15 years.
Over time we’ve watched Ballard and Seattle grow. We’ve been delighted as families choose us to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, first dates and engagements, graduations and proms, and many other milestones along the way.
Whether you’re a lifelong Ballardite or just visiting for a weekend, we invite you to join us for any occassion. Allow us to create an unforgettable experience surrounded by warmth, service, amazing food, and refreshing drinks.
Our Team
Michael Kimura
Chef Michael has been creating delicious and beautiful sushi in Seattle since 2011. He focuses on creating unique but approachable dishes that guests enjoy, while constantly learning and experimenting with new fish to create new and interesting experiences for every visit. Chef Michael has been with Moshi Moshi since 2019 and became executive sushi chef in 2024.
Jeannine Kapteyn
An industry veteran with over 20 years experience, Jeannine has been with Moshi for over 13 years, rising from bartender to managing our incredible front-of-house team. A veteran mixologist, Jeannine is especially known for her world-class cocktails. Her craft creations have been featured by numerous spirits companies for her creative use of ingredients.
Rumi Ohnui & Charlie Anthe
Rumi and Charlie are the third owners of Moshi Moshi, taking over in 2019. Rumi brings over a decade of industry experience as a pastry chef, winning accolades for her creative desserts. She was featured as one of the celebrity chefs for GSBA Equalux in 2016, alongside noted Seattle culinary titans Tamara Murphy and Jerry Traunfeld. Charlie has restaurant life in his blood, with two generations of restaurant ownership in his family from his hometown of Akron, Ohio. After a successful 20+ year career in technology, Charlie looked to pivot his experience back to his roots, with an emphasis on providing world-class hospitality in an approachable, neighborhood venue.