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Sydney Japanese Restaurants

Oribu

Oribu

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Parramatta

13 Chef Hat Award
Chinese New Year at Oribu ParramattaLunar New Year DiningWelcome the Lunar New Year at Oribu with a celebratory dining experience in the heart of Parramatta. Featuring premium seafood, Wagyu, and vibrant seasonal dishes symbolising prosperity and abundan...
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...
Wagyuto

Wagyuto

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Yama

Yama

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

Discover Japanese Flavours at Yama QVBOpen lunch and dinnerDiscover Yama Japanese Café Restaurant in the iconic QVB, where fresh seasonal sushi, sashimi, crispy tempura, teppan-grilled favourites and hot udon soups await in a relaxed, heritage-lined settin...
Sushi Tengoku

Sushi Tengoku

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Izakaya Mitto

Izakaya Mitto

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Juan Bowl & Tea Redfern

Juan Bowl & Tea Redfern

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Redfern

Free desserts or teaUntil end of February? Dessert (or Tea) is still on us ????? For a limited time, enjoy one complimentary dessert or tea per bowl. ?? Extended from 20.Feb until the end of this month Choose one: ?? Matcha Tirami...
The Rocks Teppanyaki

The Rocks Teppanyaki

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

The Rocks

Summer Lunch Menu only $98Monday to FridayFour course Summer Lunch including a glass of beer, wine, sparkling or soft drink - * Flaming Number One Special * Wakame Seaweed Salad * Your choice of one of the following - Beef Tenderloin - 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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Jizakana

Jizakana

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Cammeray

Embark on a culinary journey to remember at modern Japanese restaurant Jizkana on Miller Street in Cammeray. Specialising in omakase and Japanese fusion cuisine, enter a world of elegance and seren...
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...
Kuro Bar & Dining

Kuro Bar & Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Kuro Bar & Dining graces the heart of Sydney CBD, offering a contemporary twist on traditional Japanese cuisine. This stylish restaurant is designed with sleek décor that combines modern aesthetics...
Oborozuki

Oborozuki

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Kazan Dining

Kazan Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Sydney CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Haco

Haco

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:45 PM

Sydney CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Sokyo
Channelling both Sydney and Tokyo, Sokyo Japanese restaurant is a fusion of two worlds, where chef Chase Kojima will amaze you with a unique, contemporary style of food and flavour. Sokyo offers a ...
Discover Japanese-Italian fusion fare to tempt all tastes at Jicca Dining on Military Road in Neutral Bay. Meaning ‘home sweet home’, that’s what you will feel at this Sydney dining destination ser...