Restaurants in Japan(3860)
COURSE MENUHakata Yakiniku Nurubon
Just minutes from JR Hakata Station, this Fukuoka yakiniku restaurant brings 40-plus years of connections and expertise in meat distribution to its yakiniku business. Authentic Korean fare supplements exquisitely marbled wagyu beef.
COURSE MENUShabu-Shabu Tsukada Shibuya Scramble Square
Right next to Shibuya Station, this shabu-shabu restaurant gives diners each their own individual hotpot. Some of Japan’s finest wagyu, including Matsusaka and Kobe, are served alongside each other as tasting comparisons.
COURSE MENUYakiniku Shuka Rien
Japanese barbeque the good old-fashioned way — hand-selected cuts of premium domestic beef and the timeless flavor of the store’s secret sauce define this neighborhood-friendly yakiniku joint by the flagship Isetan Shinjuku.
COURSE MENUNiku-no-Kappo Tamura Odori Bisse
Hokkaido-grown wagyu and ingredients claim the spotlight at this Sapporo yakiniku restaurant blending traditional kappo cuisine with premium meat dishes.
SEAT RESERVATIONKyogoku Kaneyo
The Taisho-era store continues to delight with its kinshidon — grilled eel rice bowl with a large blanket of tamago (omelet) — that is loved by both Michelin critics and locals alike.
SEAT RESERVATIONOryori Kokoroba
Oryori Kokoroba’s kaiseki cuisine is crafted by its devoted chef Kazuma Otsuka from fresh products sourced from the market.
SEAT RESERVATIONMieda
Discover Mieda, an award-winning Japanese restaurant in Sapporo known for exquisite fugu dishes and seasonal delights, located just steps from Susukino Station.
SEAT RESERVATIONNi no Kura
Award-winning Sushi at Ni no Kura in Sapporo's Maruyama neighborhood, presenting creative sushi innovations. Known for 'Negima' sushi and warm hospitality.
SEAT RESERVATIONNihonryori Komatsu
From the breathtaking garden landscape it overlooks to the choice of tableware, Nihonryori Komatsu’s course mimics the ephemeral beauty and natural rhythms of Hokkaido.
SEAT RESERVATIONHimeshara
Only 18 people can dine each evening at this former Michelin-starred sushi bar in Sapporo, where chef-owner Tanaka Akira is navigating the intersection of Edomae and Hokkaido sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONTaku Zushi
Taku Zushi offers authentic sushi in Sapporo's Susukino district. Known for its award-winning red vinegar sushi rice and a master chef, it provides an unparalleled culinary experience.
SEAT RESERVATIONMaru Zushi
Experience sushi mastery at Maru Zushi in Sapporo's Susukino district, offering award-winning Edomae sushi by Chef Junnosuke. Known for impeccable quality and unique flavors.
SEAT RESERVATIONShinonome
Shinonome in Maruyama offers exquisite Sushi crafted with top Hokkaido ingredients, a highlight being their signature fish liver. Experience intimate dining at the L-shaped counter, enjoying dishes with finesse.
SEAT RESERVATIONKita no Hana Hayashi
Savor award-winning sushi at Kita no Hana Hayashi in Chitose, known for fresh local seafood and an intimate eight-seat atmosphere.
SEAT RESERVATIONUni Murakami Hakodate Main Branch
Uni Murakami Hakodate is renowned for its sea urchin bowl. Located inside the vibrant Hakodate Morning Market, it promises nothing short of the freshest ingredients.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Dokoro Kihara
Award-winning Sushi Dokoro Kihara in the tranquil Yunokawa Onsen area offers fresh local seafood delicacies.
SEAT RESERVATIONKin Zushi
Kin Zushi in Sapporo offers Edomae-style sushi. Highlights include expert crafting and nigiri like hokki-gai.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kazu
Hidden gem in Sapporo's Kita Ward, Sushi Kazu offers award-winning Edomae sushi with local ingredients and expert craftsmanship.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Dokoro Minami
Experience award-winning sushi in Hakodate at Sushi Dokoro Minami, just a minute from Jujigai tram stop. Known for exquisite Omakase and exceptional nigiri.
SEAT RESERVATIONZabou Rin
Zabou Rin provides unique Japanese cuisine blending traditional and modern techniques. Nestled near Niseko, it's renowned for exquisite dishes and hospitality.
SEAT RESERVATIONDokushaku Sanshiro
Enjoy award-winning Izakaya and seafood delicacies at Dokushaku Sanshiro, located near Asahikawa Station. Don’t miss their famous shinkoyaki chicken skewers!
SEAT RESERVATIONSoba Kikou An
Soba Kikou An offers Japanese soba near Sapporo Medical University Hospital, featuring handmade noodles and a serene traditional setting.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Okuno
Discover Sushi Okuno in Takikawa, offering award-winning sushi with artisanal techniques by the talented chef, close to Takikawa Station.
SEAT RESERVATIONWakadori Jidai Naruto Main Branch
Award-winning Wakadori Jidai Naruto in Otaru serves delightful izakaya fare, famous for its half-portion fried chicken with crispy skin, perfect for savoring near Otaru Canal.
SEAT RESERVATIONTakara Sushi
Experience award-winning sushi at Takara Sushi in Otaru. Just 8 minutes from the station, relish fresh Hokkaido seafood in an intimate setting guided by a master chef.
SEAT RESERVATIONUmeno Zushi
Award-winning sushi haven in Hakodate, Umeno Zushi offers seasonal delicacies made with fresh local ingredients, showcasing masterful Edomae techniques.
SEAT RESERVATIONShuan Godai
Shuan Godai offers exquisite robatayaki in Susukino, blending award-winning flavors with top-quality Hokkaido ingredients. The cozy atmosphere, live cooking, and friendly staff create an unforgettable dining experience.
SEAT RESERVATIONOden Ippei
Award-winning Oden Ippei in Susukino offers authentic oden alongside a charming atmosphere, just a 3-minute walk from Susukino Station.
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Best Restaurants in Japan
From fresh sushi to crispy tempura, Japan’s diverse restaurant scene excites visitors and locals alike with hundreds of thousands of high-quality Japanese restaurants. Beckoning with drool-worthy plastic replicas in their windows, both contemporary and traditional restaurants offer unique flavors and atmospheres. Enter any restaurant in Japan and immediately be welcomed with a hearty “irasshaimase!”
Many Japanese restaurants focus on one signature dish, like Japanese curry restaurants, ramen shops, or speciality restaurants selling yakitori grilled chicken skewers. Restaurants steam with DIY shabu-shabu hotpots while grill-it-yourself teppanyaki hotplate restaurants sizzle! Find tiny family-owned ramen shops hidden in the backstreets of Kyoto, and yatai street food stalls bustling in alleys of Fukuoka. And let’s not forget, Tokyo alone boasts the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world!
Throughout the country, fine dining restaurants serving exquisite kaiseki banquets contrast cheap “shokudo” cafeterias meals for salarymen on-the-go. You can order dinner directly from a tablet or even a vending machine, or choose your own sushi pieces trundling past on the belt of a sushi train. Nibble on small plates as you drink up during an izakaya dining experience, seated on tatami flooring and cheersing “kampai!” with the locals. There are so many exciting Japan restaurant options with different foods and local cuisines to try, so don’t waste a moment of your trip looking for a restaurant! Reserve ahead of time at some of the best restaurants in Japan with byFood and secure some of the country’s best cuisine for your taste buds. Don't forget to say, “gochisosama deshita” when you leave any Japan restaurant, meaning “thank you for the meal!”
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