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QLD Japanese Restaurants

Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day WeekMenu UpgradeMother’s Day Premium Upgrade Available for one week before and after Mother’s Day, elevate The Traveller – IPPIN Experience with a special premium upgrade for an additional $20 per guest. Upg...
Hideki

Hideki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother’s Day Japanese Banquet & Champagne For MumSunday May 10Join us this Mother’s Day at Hideki and treat Mum to a beautifully curated Japanese banquet for $109 per person. Indulge in a multi-course experience featuring dishes like tuna tartare, salmon tata...
Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

13 Chef Hat Award
Blending Tokyo-inspired style with contemporary Japanese dining, Yamagen on Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise delivers a refined izakaya experience defined by precision, flavour and atmosphere. The sl...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Spring Hill

13 Chef Hat Award
Art takes centre stage at Komeyui Brisbane on Wharf Street, Spring Hill, where refined Japanese cuisine is elevated into a multisensory experience. Guided by chefs with exceptional global training,...
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...
Night Garden BeatsWeekend DJ on James St Indulge every Friday and Saturday from 7pm till late in the garden. Japanese-inspired cocktails and a live DJ to keep you dancing into the night.
Izakaya Haiiro

Izakaya Haiiro

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Hawthorne

Mother’s Day At Izakaya HaiiroSunday May 10 | Book NowJoin us this Mother’s Day at Izakaya Haiiro and celebrate with a memorable dining experience. Seats are limited, so we encourage guests to book early to secure your table and avoid missing out. Gat...
Bringing a fresh take on Japanese dining to Beaudesert Road in Calamvale, Ho Izakaya is a relaxed neighbourhood spot where modern flavours meet comforting favourites. With an easygoing atmosphere, ...
Situated on Kameruka Street in Calamvale, Namika Japanese Dining – Sushi and Sashimi Restaurant offers a relaxed and welcoming space to enjoy fresh, authentic Japanese cuisine. Blending casual dini...
Masu Izakaya

Masu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 4:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

Gold Coast Highway in Burleigh Heads is home to Masu Izakaya, a contemporary Japanese restaurant blending traditional technique with a relaxed izakaya vibe. Centred around a lively sushi bar, the m...
Kuroki Teppanyaki

Kuroki Teppanyaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Hope Island

Situated on Masthead Way in Hope Island, Kuroki Teppanyaki brings elevated Japanese dining to Sanctuary Cove’s Marine Village. Here, skilled chefs unite fire, flavour and theatre across live teppan...
Fire, finesse and flavour collide on Foxwell Road in Coomera at Kamikaze Teppanyaki. With more than a decade of hospitality expertise behind it, this vibrant Japanese restaurant delivers an interac...
Momoko Japanese Restaurant

Momoko Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Southport

Experience Japanese Cuisine in SouthportCulinary EscapeAt Momoko Southport, we bring the essence of Japanese cuisine to life with dishes carefully prepared using the finest local ingredients and select imports. Our menu blends traditional and contempor...
Fumiki’s

Fumiki’s

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 PM

Robertson

Autumn omakase courseBegins 7th MarchAutumn menu begins from 7th March! Time to enjoy Autumn produce such as persimmon, assorted mushrooms , root vegetables like lotus root, sweet potato ??, yam . Sushi fish are fattening up!
Wawawa Izakaya

Wawawa Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Jotto Restaurant

Jotto Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 10:00 AM

Caloundra

Situated on Bowman Road in Caloundra, Jotto Restaurant brings a sleek, modern take on Japanese dining to the Sunshine Coast. This polished yet welcoming space blends contemporary style with the ref...
Authentic Japanese Dining & SushiSushi, Donburi & MoreWe serve fresh, authentic Japanese cuisine with a focus on quality ingredients and bold, balanced flavours. Our menu includes sushi, sashimi, donburi bowls, grilled and teppan items, and traditiona...
Mary Go Sushi

Mary Go Sushi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:00 AM

Maryborough

Mary Go Sushi on Adelaide Street in Maryborough is a vibrant little gem where the aroma of freshly prepared Japanese fare greets you before you even step inside. The space feels warm and inviting, ...
KOI Bar & Restaurant

KOI Bar & Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

Discover Cairns’ premier destination for bold Japanese and Asian-fusion cuisine at KOI Bar & Restaurant on the Esplanade. Blending the best of traditional Japanese dishes with innovative Asian flav...
Seasonal Sushi & Sake NightsFlavours & ExperiencesAt Oyama, we bring you exciting seasonal and community-focused events that elevate your sushi experience. From sushi-making classes and tasting specials to sake showcases and curated dining nights,...