Best places: Japanese restaurants in Honolulu, United States

Simple & snug counter serve providing market-fresh takes on poke bowls inside Kekaulike Market.

Japanese noodles & small plates served with sake & beer in a comfortable setting.

Food joint specializing in rice balls, luncheon meat, and sushi to go.

👍 First visit to Nami Kaze. It is at Pier 38 where Uncle fish restaurant used to be. Big open kitchen, Sushi bar area. Serving Izakaya style Japanese food with twist. We ordered cauliflower / broccoli appetizer, Salmon and the shrimp burger with generous amount of fries. As they are not aiming for...

Intimate eatery showcasing an extensive sushi bar selection, plus grilled & fried Japanese dishes.

👍 It’s a fun place if you have the time. A little off the main strip and the environment was a little rough around the edges, but the staff were aces and cooking your own food at the table was fun for all. The number of menus and options was a bit overwhelming but the staff walked us through everythin...

Basic counter-service kitchen offering a wide variety of poke and sashimi for takeout only.

Chill, red-hued eatery featuring ramen, gyoza & Japanese small plates plus beer, sake & wine.

Inventive rolls, deep-fried fish & an omakase menu offered in an unassuming strip-mall nook.

Japanese teppanyaki-style eatery where chefs prepare steak & seafood at tableside grills.

👍 Just got off the plane and wanted some real food before heading to the North Shore and we were lucky to find this place along the way. The service was friendly and food was very good. Especially liked the Butterfish and Tempura. Conveniently located in a plaza with a grocery store next door to s...

👍👍 This is a famous chain Japanese BBQ place which only offers all you can eat option in Hawaii. We have gotten the supreme AYCE for 45 per person at lunch and we could recommend this again. You will want to first clear out all the limited options. Kaubi was by far the best with the secret pot came i...

Relaxed beachside venue serving pupu, fish tacos & tropical drinks, plus weekend brunch.

Hip 3rd-floor hangout with a cozy patio offering a range of Japanese-inspired fare & cocktails.

No-frills, counter-serve seafood joint with an Asian twist offering garlic prawns & teriyaki plates.

Japanese specialties include inventive sushi rolls & tempura in a festive space with late hours.

Japanese teppanyaki-style eatery where chefs prepare steak & seafood at tableside grills.

Regional Japanese dishes plus combo platters & daily specials available for dine-in or takeaway.

Local ingredients are highlighted on the creative Japanese menu at this chic spot with full bar.

Japanese eatery offers sushi & elaborately prepared omakase multicourse meals in a simple space.