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Japanese Restaurants

Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Tsukiyo Private Dining RoomDine Under the MoonlightImagine yourself dining under the moonlight - the Tsukiyo Visual Dining Experience is our intimate, private dining room. This interactive visual journey challenges the senses and adds a new dimensi...
Inoichi Ramen

Inoichi Ramen

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Burwood

New Matcha King flavor Available Now!Come try our brand new delicious ramen, This ramen uses a light konbu soy sauce soup base with Premium Matcha Tea, tastes light, fresh and layered. Kongbu has a natural flavor and soy sauce adds a...
"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
IPPIN Experience Set MenuAvailable 7 DaysCelebrate the season at IPPIN Japanese by dining on our 8-course set menu for $98 per person. Call 1800 749 177 to book your table today!
Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
Yamagen’s Iconic Sashimi TacosMust Try!Meet Yamagen’s iconic sashimi tacos- Atlantic salmon with wasabi salsa or Bluefin tuna, mustard soy warm sushi rice, yuzu avocado, radish & house spicy mayo. It is Must try! Make sure to place a bo...
Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Clovelly

12 Chef Hat Award
Preserving the authenticity of Japanese culinary art and dishes, discerning Clovelly diners head to Wagyuto on Clovelly Road to experience contemporary cuisine. A moody vibe of subdued lighting, in...
The Rocks Teppanyaki

The Rocks Teppanyaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

The Rocks

Celebrate Mother's Day in StyleEarly Bookings Now Open!Treat the special Mum in your life to a memorable dining experience including a complimentary glass of bubbly, chocolates and flower for each Mum! Whether you're bringing the whole family or just a...
Teppanyaki Bar

Teppanyaki Bar

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Albury

Restaurant & Catering Association
More than a great place to eat, expect an experience you'll never forget at Teppanyaki Bar on Vault Lane in Albury. Whether you're in for lunch, a big night out, or drink with friends, this is the ...
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...
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...
Eazy Peazy

Eazy Peazy

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Richmond

Happy Opening Hours Happy EasterLet us take care of the cooking during these holiday period. Check out our opening hours during Easter and let us know if you would like to it book a table!
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...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Spring Hill

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese restaurant on Wharf Street in Brisbane. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executive Chef an...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Open the barn door at Etsu Izakaya on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach to discover a magical mystery tour of Japanese share-plate dining. Moody surrounds of neon signage, walls plastered with ph...
Takashiya

Takashiya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Bank

13 Chef Hat Award
Expect an exclusive Japanese omakase fine dining experience at Takashiya on Grey Street in South Bank. Nestled in the Emporium Hotel, this Brisbane restaurant exudes elegant charm with flowers casc...
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 ...
IKKAI

IKKAI

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

KUROUSHI™ A5 Sirloin/Ribeye Sukiyaki SetSpecial Offer.As a certified restaurant serving the renowned Kuroushi brand, we source our premium Wagyu directly from Kagoshima Kuroushi, bringing you an authentic farm-to-table experience—as close as it gets t...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Tucked neatly on the second floor at the northern end of the Queen Victoria Building, Yama on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, is where you can enjoy delicious Japanese food, an extensive range of te...
Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

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 ...
Soka

Soka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Elevate your dining experience at charcoal Japanese restaurant, Soka on Ocean Street in Maroochydore. Wind down in style from an eclectic selection of Japanese wine, beer and sake in an ambient, mo...