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Melbourne Japanese Restaurants

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...
AOI.TSUKI.

AOI.TSUKI.

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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 ...
Nights at TemakiBook Now!Temaki Sushi offers a unique and intimate approach to traditional Japanese hand-rolled sushi. Enjoy a delicious meal, in a beautiful space with drinks and music into the evening. Check out our menu...
Thursday Feels Like Friday at KichoBook Now!Start your weekend early at Kicho, where Thursday nights are all about relaxed vibes and good times. Gather your favourite people and settle in for a night of cosy ambience, mouth-watering bites an...
Izakaya Miyazaki

Izakaya Miyazaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

Tucked beneath Russell Street in Melbourne’s CBD, Izakaya Miyazaki offers an intimate and refined Japanese dining experience. The subterranean setting exudes a moody elegance, with dim lighting and...
Nestled on vibrant High Street in Kew, Kiraku Japanese All You Can Eat is a destination for those seeking to savour premium Japanese cuisine in a warm and stylish setting. Featuring timber floors, ...
Marble Yakiniku

Marble Yakiniku

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Glen Waverley

Wagyu CourseMonday to ThursdayNow available: Chef’s Special Wagyu Course — an exclusive experience crafted for true Wagyu lovers. Indulge in premium cuts, expertly prepared for maximum flavour. Available Monday to Thursday. $99...
Ishizuka

Ishizuka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Melbourne CBD

17 Chef Hat Award
A secret within Melbourne’s city centre, Ishizuka on Bourke Street offers a refined Kaiseki experience, reflecting the pinnacle of fine dining in an intimate, subterranean restaurant space. Kaiseki...
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...
IKKAI

IKKAI

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Melbourne CBD

M10-12 Delmonico Sukiyaki SetNEW ReleaseIndulge in the rich flavors of Japan with our M10-12 Delmonico Sukiyaki Set! Perfect for sharing, this premium experience is designed for 2-4 people. Gather your friends and savor the finest Wag...
Kura Robata & Sake

Kura Robata & Sake

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Brunswick East

Experience a symphonic, curated, yet unpretentious experience of Japanese cuisine at Kura Robata & Sake on Lygon Street in Brunswick. Meaning ‘cellar' in Japanese, Kura is a modern Melbourne dining...
Shyun

Shyun

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Carnegie

Discover the joys of Shyun, a cosy Melbourne gem serving all your favourite Japanese dishes, just minutes from Carnegie train station on Koornang Road. Traditional Japanese seating amidst a pleasan...
Eazy Peazy

Eazy Peazy

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Richmond

Pre-game Feed Me Eazy Order Yours NowHeading to the game? let us take care of your pre-game dinner! Experience our Feed Me 'Eazy' menu without the worry of missing out on the first bounce-off. Click on more info to book your table:
Kumo Izakaya

Kumo Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Brunswick East

Restaurant & Catering Association
Offering an ideal respite from the worries of the world, Kumo Izakaya on Lygon Street in East Brunswick features eclectic Japanese style and a creative menu. Seamlessly blending the industrial and ...
Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Kenzan Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Mon 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 ...
Machi

Machi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

St Kilda

Truffle Season Special: Truffle Rice with Toothfish at MachiBook Now!Celebrate truffle season in style at MACHI St Kilda with their indulgent new menu highlight – Truffle Rice with Glacier 51 Toothfish. This seasonal dish pairs the luxurious depth of truffle with th...
Daikokuten

Daikokuten

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 9:00 AM

Hawthorn East

Inspired Japanese brunch and onigiri-style fare await discerning foodies at Daikokuten on Tooronga Road in Hawthorn East. Large windows invite natural light into this café creating the ideal spot t...
Akaiito

Akaiito

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Kisume

Kisume

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Melbourne CBD

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Kazuki's

Kazuki's

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Carlton

16 Chef Hat Award