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Japanese Restaurants

Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
March Oyster SpecialOnly $2!Don’t miss your chance to add the perfect addition to your seasonal degustation with $2 Sydney Rock Oysters available until the end of the month. Reservations via the link in bio.
Inoichi Ramen

Inoichi Ramen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Burwood

Expect steaming bowls of traditional goodness on the menu at Inoichi Ramen on Mary Street in Burwood. This Sydney dining destination dishes up original flavour, richness and freshness so noodle lov...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
Natsu Banquet $58 pp7-course Japanese Banquet7 days ordering by 6 pm. Start the year with an unforgettable dining experience at IPPIN. Reserve your table now and be one of the first to enjoy this delicious journey! Call us at 1800 749 177. Bo...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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...
Takashiya

Takashiya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 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...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Dining at Etsu IzakayaBook a Table Today!Etsu Izakaya is modern Japanese izakaya style dining. Our dishes are designed to be shared and served steadily during the course of the evening. Order again and again, share with your friends or co...
Ichigo

Ichigo

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

Nightfall Teishoku Book Now!Join us as we redefine Ichigo's way of dining after dusk. Whether you seek a moment of quiet indulgence, a heartfelt dinner with loved ones, or an elegant gathering with friends, we invite you to e...
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 ...
IKKAI

IKKAI

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

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...
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...
Chop Chop

Chop Chop

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Canberra CBD

Dinner Vibes and Asian Fusion Delights! Book NowGrab your people and dive into a feast with loads of dishes. Feeling carefree? The 'Feed Me' set menu is just $55 pp. Want a taste of luxury? Go Zeitaku set menu for $89 pp. Book now through the li...
AOI.TSUKI.

AOI.TSUKI.

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

South Yarra

14 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 ...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 10:30 AM

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...