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Sydney Japanese Restaurants

Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Clovelly

12 Chef Hat Award
Japanese Tradition with an Australian TwistCrafted FlavoursAt Wagyuto Clovelly, we bring authentic Japanese cuisine together with contemporary Australian flair. From fresh sashimi, pan-fried gyoza, and tempura vegetables to wagyu skewers, slow-cooked octop...
R by Raita Noda.

R by Raita Noda.

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 PM

Redfern

13 Chef Hat Award
Situated on Cleveland Street in Redfern, R by Raita Noda represents the next evolution of Chef Raita Noda’s celebrated Japanese culinary journey. Opening in 2025, this refined destination builds on...
Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
A World First - Oribu's Matcha KnafehTradition, ReimaginedAt Oribu, dessert is memory - an echo of tradition reimagined. Rooted in Japanese craftsmanship and the spirit of the tea ceremony, each detail speaks with intention. Introducing the world’s first ...
Tomodachi Cabramatta

Tomodachi Cabramatta

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Cabramatta

Your Go-To Japanese Spot in SydneyGrab, Share, SavourAt Tomodachi Sydney, we bring authentic Japanese flavours to your table with fresh sushi, classic bento boxes, and grilled favourites. Perfect for a casual lunch or relaxed dinner, our menu offers ...
Fat Panda

Fat Panda

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Canley Heights

Taste the Modern Side of Japanese Cuisine Experience Asian fusionAt Fat Panda, we serve bold Asian fusion flavours with a playful twist. From fresh sushi and sashimi to hand rolls, baos, and street-style favourites, every dish is crafted to excite your taste bud...
Norimono

Norimono

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Crows Nest

Step into the world of Japanese hand rolls at Norimono on Willoughby Road, Crows Nest, where tradition meets contemporary precision. As Sydney’s original hand roll bar, this vibrant venue showcases...
Juan Bowl & Tea Redfern

Juan Bowl & Tea Redfern

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Redfern

Dessert or Tea on us!!!Everyday! Choose one: ?? Matcha Tiramisu ?? Freshly made Warabi Mochi ?? Tea (excluding Matcha Latte) To receive this offer: ?? Please show this post at the counter when ordering ?? One complimentary i...
Izakaya Mitto

Izakaya Mitto

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

The Rocks

Craft, Culture & ConnectionTaste Japan in The Rocks Here at Izakaya Mitto in The Rocks, we bring a modern twist to Japanese izakaya dining. Enjoy a selection of small plates, shareable tapas, and charcoal-grilled skewers, paired with curated sake, J...
Sushi Tengoku

Sushi Tengoku

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Kensington

Tempura, Nigiri & Bento Boxes AwaitTaste JapanDive into fresh, flavour-packed Japanese cuisine at Sushi Tengoku in Kensington. Our menu features a tempting range of sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri and hearty Japanese favourites like tempura and b...
KODA

KODA

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

Hidden along Curtin Place in Sydney, KODA is where fire, flavour and nightlife collide. This high-energy cocktail bar and traditional robata grill brings Japanese technique to life with a playful, ...
Jicca Dining

Jicca Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Neutral Bay

Blending the elegance of Japanese cuisine with the comforting spirit of Italian cooking, Jicca Dining on Military Road in Neutral Bay presents a distinctive seafood-focused dining experience. This ...
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...
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...
Toriciya Japanese Restaurant

Toriciya Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Cammeray

Situated in Cammeray, Toriciya Japanese Restaurant brings the spirit of traditional yakitori to Sydney, having opened in 1991 as the city’s first authentic yakitori bar. Here, chicken skewers grill...
Ryoh Japanese BBQ

Ryoh Japanese BBQ

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Zetland

At East Village Shopping Centre on Defries Avenue, Ryoh Japanese BBQ delivers an immersive dining experience centred on the art of yakiniku. This modern, stylish restaurant invites guests to grill ...
Toko

Toko

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

Toko restaurant, located on George Street in Sydney’s CBD, offers contemporary Japanese dining in a sleek, dimly lit setting featuring both a sushi bar and robata grill counter. Since relocating fr...
Kuro Bar & Dining

Kuro Bar & Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Oborozuki

Oborozuki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Izy.Aki

Izy.Aki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Paddington

Carrying all the hallmarks of a back street bar in Osaka, Izy.Aki on Oxford Street in Paddington is an izakaya-style bar and restaurant serving kappo yakiniku omakase. Showcasing the best of Austra...