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Japanese Restaurants

Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
Celebrate Melbourne Cup in ParramattaDress, dine and sipCelebrate Melbourne Cup 2025 at The Heritage Precinct and Oribu, Parramatta’s most glamorous race-day destination. From 12pm till late, experience the race that stops the nation in true style—compl...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Akaiito Lunch MenuVisit Us Today!Akaiito Lunch menu! For the first time since 2020, Akaiito welcomes you back for lunch. Indulge in a seasonal 2-course $55 or 3-course $68 menu, featuring refined dishes crafted with the freshest i...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Long LunchEvery Friday-SaturdaySavour a delicious banquet paired with a 1.5-2-hour beverage package featuring sparkling, wine and beer, starting at just from $88 pp. Click on more info to book:
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Japanese"
Raku Dining

Raku Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sun 11:30 AM

Canberra CBD

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Tantalise tastebuds with modern Japanese fare at Raku Dining on Bunda Street in Canberra. Combining the precision of Oriental cuisine with the vibrant energy of Mod Oz dining, Raku is all sleek lin...
Samurai Teppanyaki House
AI and Causation Luncheon — A Tasting Journey with Professor Javen ShiSeats Limited to 17 guestJoin Professor Javen Shi from The University of Adelaide for an intimate AI and Causation Luncheon — a mindful dining experience exploring Artificial Intelligence, consciousness, and the hidden law...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Soka

Soka

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Kadota

Kadota

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
Experience the hustle and bustle of innovative izakaya dining at Yamagen in Surfers Paradise. Nestled in the QT Hotel on Staghorn Avenue, this vibrant restaurant blends old-school Japanese traditio...
Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
Komeyui Restaurant

Komeyui Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sun 11:30 AM

South Melbourne

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
An Authentic Izakaya ExperienceShare the izakaya wayStep into Izakaya Miyazaki and discover the warmth and vibrancy of Japanese izakaya dining. Share plates of fresh sashimi, grilled skewers and seasonal specials, all crafted to pair perfectly with ...
Daikokuten

Daikokuten

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sun 9:00 AM

Hawthorn East

Authentic Japanese Dining at DaikokutenBook Now!Experience authentic Japanese flavours at Daikokuten, where every dish is crafted with care and creativity. Start your day with breakfast favourites like the Onigiri Brekky Set or Chilli Kinoko Scr...
KOI Bar & Restaurant

KOI Bar & Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

Sake flights have entered the gameSake flights now pouring Sake flights have entered the game at KOI Bar & Restaurant, taking you on a journey through six distinctive Japanese sakes. Begin with light, refreshing notes and progress into rich, expressive fla...
Wawawa Izakaya

Wawawa Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sun 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 ...
Weekend Wagyu WonderlandOnly here this weekend!Melt-in-your-mouth A5 Wagyu meets hand-pressed sushi rice for our indulgent Weekend Special: A5 Wagyu Nigiri. Seared to perfection, drizzled with house sauce, and topped with our signature garnish,...
Take On The Sumo ChallengeConquer The Plate TodayThink you’ve got what it takes? Our legendary Sumo Challenge dares you to tackle 2.5kg of food in just 30 minutes. Conquer the plate solo, beat the record, and you’ll score a $50 voucher, a stubble...
Minamishima

Minamishima

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Richmond

18 Chef Hat Award
Omakase is a culinary experience led by the Chef, produce and the seasons and that is what you’ll find on the menu at Minamishima on Lord Street in Melbourne. Offering two dining areas, the counter...
Hinata Premium Sushi and Sashimi

Hinata Premium Sushi and Sashimi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Beaumaris

Premium Handcrafted Sushi & Sashimi at HinataTry Us TodayAt Hinata Premium Sushi and Sashimi, we bring the art of traditional Japanese cuisine to life with premium sushi and sashimi packs crafted daily from the freshest ingredients. From our popular Mixe...