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Japanese Restaurants

"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Canberra CBD

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Raku Dining Express LunchMonday-FridayWork days are tough enough. Take a load off with our express lunch. Quick, easy and delicious! $60 per person (min 2 people). Available Monday to Friday. Book your table via the link below!
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
Oysters 50% off 7 Days Starting 13 November, indulge in the ultimate summer treat at IPPIN Japanese Dining. Enjoy our refreshing sparkling wine alongside a dozen of fresh, premium oysters for HALF PRICE! Celebrate sum...
Wawawa Izakaya

Wawawa Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Cairns

For the vibrant fresh flavours of Japanese cuisine, discerning Cairns diners head to Wawawa Izakaya on Lake Street. From the colourful wall murals of a Japanese woman and Mount Fuji to bright neon ...
Kadota

Kadota

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Mon 5:30 PM

Daylesford

18 Chef Hat Award
Lovingly crafted Japanese flavours are on the plate at Kadota restaurant on Camp Street in picturesque Daylesford. This warm and inviting venue is the passion project of owners Aaron Schembri and R...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
A dazzling Red Thread of Fate light fixture twists its way across the dining room welcoming guests to Akaiito on Flinders Lane in Melbourne city. A moody vibe of black marble, dark granite and plus...
Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Mon 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Situated in the heart of Melbourne City, Chef Hat-awarded Kenzan Japanese Restaurant is a destination for authentic Japanese dining. Since opening its doors in 1981, this oriental restaurant takes ...
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese Restaurant on Ferrars Street in South Melbourne. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executiv...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
Embark on a new culinary era with Parramatta’s first Japanese fine dining experience at Oribu on Church Street. Nestled on the rooftop of the Heritage Lounge, food artistry meets Japanese perfectio...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Garden Of EtsuNew Years Eve 2025NEW YEARS EVE 2025 Your night will begin with a glass of French champagne on arrival. Our servers will then take you through our fantastic 7 course menu for the evening. We will be offering ear...
Uncle Don Woolloongabba

Uncle Don Woolloongabba

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Woolloongabba

New Dessert Available at Uncle Don!Only WoolloongabbaSweet news! Uncle Don Woolloongabba has unveiled a delightfully zesty new dessert – Puresento (Yuzu Semifreddo)
Exciting News from Tokyo Den!All You Can Eat!We're expanding our all-you-can-eat menu with 11 new delicious items. Indulge in a variety of fresh sushi rolls, mouthwatering chicken karaage and more - all for just $43.80 per person. Plus, we of...
AOI.TSUKI.

AOI.TSUKI.

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

South Yarra

13 Chef Hat Award
Individual, season and produce-driven degustation dining experiences await at AOI.TSUKI. on Punt Road in South Yarra. Delivering an omakase menu and with a name meaning ‘blue moon’, leave yourself ...
Yakiniku hon plattersBook Now!Yakiniku hon platters. “Mayura” Full blood Wagyu M9 platters have great value for. Set menu only $119.90! Come and try yours today! Secure your booking via the link below!
Eazy Peazy

Eazy Peazy

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Richmond

New Year's Eve @ Eazy PeazyNYE 2024Ring in the New Year with a Night to Remember with carefully curated $99 set menu with an optional $55 drinks pairing.
Brother Shota

Brother Shota

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Albert Park

Kaisen DonA Must Try!A delectable combination of sashimi (white fish, salmon roe, tuna, kingfish & scallops), cooked prawn, and tamale, served atop a bed of flavourful sushi rice. A must try. Head to our website and se...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Shinbashi Yakiniku

Shinbashi Yakiniku

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Underwood

Shinbashi Yakiniku brings the fun interactive nature of a Japanese-style barbeque grill to Underwood. Situated on Logan Road, this cheerful eatery offers a dining experience and entertainment in on...
Nonda

Nonda

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Newstead

Lunch Special: 2 Courses for $29Available Tues to Sun
Introducing Our New 20-Course Menu $280 per personStarting this October, we will be transitioning to offer a single, exquisite 20-course menu, featuring the finest seasonal ingredients. For those looking to further elevate their experience, option...
Sushi Kuon Noosa

Sushi Kuon Noosa

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Noosa Heads

Searching for the Perfect Gift?Purchase today!Give the gift of an unforgettable dining experience at Sushi Kuon Noosa. Our eGift Cards are ideal for birthdays, Christmas, or any special occasion, allowing your loved ones to enjoy a personalize...
The Rocks Teppanyaki

The Rocks Teppanyaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

The Rocks

Tucked in the heart of The Rocks you'll find the shining Kobe Jones venture, The Rocks Teppanyaki. Situated in a heritage-listed building built in the 1880s, The Rocks Teppanyaki retains its origin...