15 Best Japanese Restaurants in Manila [2024]

Japanese Restaurant Manila

If you’re looking for the best Japanese restaurant Manila, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we will list 15 of the best establishments that serve delicious Japanese cuisine. Whether you’re a fan of sushi, ramen, or tempura, we have got you covered. So without further ado, let’s get started!

1) Mendokoro Ramenba

Key Service	Japanese ramen restaurant
Address	Unit 14 & 15, V Corporate Center, Salcedo Village, Soliman, Makati, 1209 Metro Manila
Website	https://www.facebook.com/mendokororamen
Phone	(02) 8478 9625
Operating Hours	Daily 10AM–11PM

Mendokoro Ramenba is renowned for serving some of the most delicious ramen bowls around, earning it a fiercely loyal following. Although the queues can be daunting, their signature shoyu ramen, decadent super chashu ramen and distinctive karai tokusei tsukemen are absolutely worth the wait!

Key Differentiators:

• With counter service overlooking the kitchen
• Popular for its ramen
• Well-designed restaurant

Customer’s Review:

Best Ramen in PH. I’ve been trying almost all ramen / Japanese restau here in NCR. Gyoza is perfect! Fair price compared to other Japanese ramen restau. You need to pay the bill first before eating and no take-outs.

Xavier

2) Nobu Manila

Key Service	High-end Japanese restaurant
Address	Level 1 Nobu North Tower, Aseana Ave, Parañaque, Metro Manila
Website	https://www.noburestaurants.com/manila/
Phone	+632 8691 2882
Email	noburestaurant@cod-manila.com
Operating Hours	Monday 5–10PM Tuesday 5–10PM Wednesday 5–10PM Thursday 5–10PM Friday 5–11PM Saturday 5–11PM Sunday 11AM–3PM, 5–10PM

Feel pampered and lavished with Nobu’s world-renowned dishes, like the highly acclaimed black cod miso. Whether you’re going for a romantic date night at the cabanas or a large family gathering in one of its private rooms, your evening will be filled with sophistication as soon as you take your seat at Nobu.

Key Differentiators:

• Celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa
• Luxury Japanese dining experience
• Authentic Japanese flavors and ingredients

Customer’s Review:

The best Japanese Sunday Brunch buffet restaurant. Although limited selections, all are top-notch food! For a little less than P3T, you get the best quality Japanese food which already includes beverages such as sodas, juices, and mocktails.

leo vl

3) Yabu: House of Katsu

Key Service	Affordable Japanese restaurant
Address	Bldg B, SM Mega Mall, 202 EDSA Cor. Dona Julia Vargas Ave. Ortigas Center, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong, 1550 Metro Manila
Website	https://www.facebook.com/yabuhouseofkatsu/
Phone	(02) 8631 1192
Operating Hours	Daily 10AM–9PM

Yabu’s katsu is renowned for its irresistibly golden and crisp texture, as crafted in collaboration with Michelin Bib Gourmand star-holder, chef Kazuya Takeda. Try their scrumptious chicken, fish or prawn dishes; if you’re feeling uncertain what to choose from the menu then never fear – the classic tonkatsu will always hit the spot!

Key Differentiators:

• Specialized in katsu dishes
• Serves variety of meat
• Good-tasting katsu dishes 

Customer’s Review:

If you’re feeling extra hungry I recommend this place. You will get your money’s worth with the quality of the fold and the service. You get refills of everything except the meat. They were also considerate by giving you a small envelope to store your face mask.

Robi G

4) Kazunori

Key Service	Japanese restaurant with an omakase experience
Address	2301 Chino Roces Ave. Extension, Makati, Philippines
Website	https://www.facebook.com/kazunorijapaneserestaurant/
Phone	0917 836 2695
Operating Hours	Daily 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Kazunori is celebrated for its exquisite omakase experience crafted by chefs Kuramuri and Saito, featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients. If you’re in search of a more casual meal, try our delightful a la carte menus that span from sushi to soba noodles, sandwiches to donburi bowls – there’s something for everyone!

Key Differentiators:

• Seafood sourced from Japan
• High-quality sushi, soba and donburi dishes
• Good ambiance for casual dining

Customer’s Review:

Went here for a date. Quiet, relaxed, and quality everything. From food to service to ambiance. C

arlo Yu

5) Miyazaki Gyu

Key Service	High-end Japanese restaurant
Address	Podium Level, One McKinley Place 26th St. corner 4th Ave., BGC Taguig City, Taguig, Philippines
Website	https://www.facebook.com/miyazakigyuPH
Phone	0917 168 6673
Email	miyazakigyuphil@gmail.com
Operating Hours	Daily 11AM–11PM

Indulge in the exquisite flavor of Miyazaki Gyu’s delectable Mizayaki Wagyu. Each mouthful will melt on your tongue and leave you wanting more! Enjoy this incredible beef as sushi, shabu-shabu, or even a juicy steak. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not let the chefs take charge with an omakase experience?

Key Differentiators:

• Specializing in Miyazaki wagyu beef
• Combination of Japanese and western cooking techniques
• Offers an omakase experience

Customer’s Review:

The food was amazing. Ordered ebi tempura and A5 sirloin wagyu sukiyaki. The service was impeccable, but be ready to spend a hefty sum for quality Japanese food. I recommend making a reservation before coming here because there are not a lot of tables.

Paolo Martin

6) Yakumi

Key Service	Affordable Japanese restaurant
Address	1 Ase, an Avenue, Entertainment CityTambo, Paranaque City 1701Metro Manila, Philippines
Website	https://www.solaireresort.com/dining/yakumi
Phone	+632.8888.8888
Email	reservations@solaireresort.com
Operating Hours	Lunch- 11:30AM to 2:30PM, daily Dinner- 5:30PM to 10:30PM, daily

Embark on a culinary journey of epic proportions with Yakumi’s lavish all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch experience. From savory steaks and foie gras to tantalizing oysters, sashimi, tempura and more – your taste buds will be delighted! And when you’re done indulging in these delights, don’t forget to treat yourself with the restaurant’s whimsical dessert bento before taking home some goodies from their candy cart.

Key Differentiators:

• All-you-can-eat Sunday brunch
• Fresh oysters and sashimi
• Foie gras and tempura dishes

Customer’s Review:

I loved the place, the food, the ambiance and the over-all service of the crew. The price was also reasonable for the food, and I remember regretting eating my food since it was so pretty when it came out but I had to dig in anyways because the delicious smell made it hard to resist. It really was a great experience for me.

Angelica

7) Shinsen Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Key Service	Authentic Japanese restaurant
Address	Hampton Gardens Arcade, Pasig, Philippines
Website	https://www.facebook.com/ShinsenHGA/
Phone	0977 855 1105
Email	shinsenhga@gmail.com
Operating Hours	Daily 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Craving a taste of true Japanese cuisine? Look no further than Shinsen, an authentic and locally-owned bar and restaurant serving the freshest classic dishes. Our kitchen staff has been professionally trained by expert Japanese chefs, ensuring that each dish is as close to the real thing as possible! If you’re not looking for fusion or modern twists on traditional meals, then come experience what Shinsen’s truly authentic menu has to offer.

Key Differentiators:

• Homegrown Japanese bar and restaurant
• Professionally trained Japanese chefs
• Specializes in classic Japanese dishes

Customer’s Review:

Shinsen Sushi Bar and Restaurant The Sapphire Bloc serves great, fresh, and newly cooked food to be served every day. The service there is great, they greet you with kindness and joy with a huge smiles on their faces. I highly recommend this restaurant to be visited and dined at with the whole family/group.

Migui

8) Kimpura

Key Service	Wide array of authentic and innovative Japanese dishes
Address	Unimart Building Greenhills, Shopping Center, Ortigas Ave., San Juan, Metro, Manila
Website	https://www.kimpura.com.ph/
Phone	+632 8822 5308
Email	greenhills@kimpura.com.ph
Operating Hours	Monday – Sunday 10:30am – 2:45pm 5:30pm – 10:30pm

Kimpura is the place to experience one-of-a-kind teppanyaki, best enjoyed from a front-row seat at our misono table. The flavorsome tempura will also be sure to tantalize your taste buds and with five decades of loyal patronage under its belt, Kimpura knows how to keep customers coming back for more!

Key Differentiators:

• 5-decade-old teppanyaki restaurant
• Specializes in tempura dishes
• Misono tables for a unique dining experience

Customer’s Review:

We got a private room for a small group of 5 and the minimum consumable charge was P6,000… my best friends and I enjoyed the privacy and good food!

Marlene

9) Ippudo

Key Service	Japanese restaurant with Hakata-style ramen
Address	Level 1 Robinsons Place Manila, M. Adriatico St, cor Pedro Gil St, Ermita, Manila
Website	https://www.facebook.com/ippudoPH/
Phone	0999 887 1408
Operating Hours	Daily 11AM–11PM

Ippudo is renowned for its delectable ramen bowls that come complete with bouncy noodles and rich, flavorful broth imported from Japan. From shiromaru to akamaru to karaka – the variety of tasty dishes will make your belly rejoice! Don’t forget their scrumptious side treats like gyoza dumplings and aburi sushi rolls either.

Key Differentiators:

• Ramen flown in from Japan
• Wide variety of ramen flavors
• Tasty side dishes like gyoza and aburi sushi rolls

Customer’s Review:

Nice restaurant with excellent service and friendly staff. Food tasty, lives up to Ippudo standards. Price consider medium range compared to other ramen restaurants. A little warm in the restaurant probably due to the heat of the large kitchen and the free Wi-Fi provided.

Jason Chan

10) Keizo

Key Service	Hole-in-the-wall Japanese restaurant
Address	Kensington Place, Burgos Circle Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines
Website	https://keizoresto.com/
Phone	(0966) – 802 5978
Operating Hours	Tues to Sun 11:30AM – 2:00PM / 5:00PM – 8:30PM

Keizo is the perfect place to experience mouth-watering Japanese fare, served in a humble atmosphere. An homage to classic flavors and dishes from Japan, Keizo offers everything from simple sushi platters to delicious bowls of gyudon – all cooked up with an undeniable passion for flavor! Take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey through time at this popular spot.

Key Differentiators:

• Serving classic Japanese dishes
• Unfussy yet delicious meals
• High quality and healthy traditional Japanese food

Customer’s Review:

Yum! Authentic Japanese place in BGC. It’s a small restaurant so would recommend reserving. The sashimi and Sushi were really fresh! The food/sides were pretty tasty too. The steak was good but a little too pricey. The restaurant is a bit expensive generally but the overall quality of food was great and worth the price.

Patricia O

11) Yayoi

Key Service	Quality Japanese restaurant
Address	H.V Dela Costa Street, Salcedo Village, Makati City
Website	https://order.yayoi.com.ph/
Phone	(02) 8251-4401
Operating Hours	Daily 10AM–10PM

Yayoi is widely known for providing a great set that satisfies your every craving. With teishoku, you can enjoy generous servings of steamed rice, miso soup, vegetables, pickles, and the main dish of your choice – all in one go! Enjoy succulent karaage or mouthwatering unagi paired with flavorful sukiyaki; Yayoi has various options to choose from so there’s something for everyone!

Key Differentiators:

• Wide selection of Japanese dishes
• Authentic flavors and quality ingredients
• Unpretentious atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

We had a great time at Yayoi. They have an extensive menu of Japanese food including ramen, donburi, sushi, sashimi, and more. The food was so delicious and the service was really good. I recommend the teishoku sets because they have a great variety of flavors in one dish and you get a lot for a reasonable price. Highly recommended Japanese restaurant Manila!

Jim Smith

12) Yamazato

Key Service	Japanese fine dining restaurant
Address	2 Portwood Street Newport City, Pasay, 1309 Metro Manila, Philippines 1309 Pasay Philippines
Website	https://www.hotelokuramanila.com/dining/yamazato
Phone	+63 2 5318 2888 • +63 917 818 9868
Operating Hours	Daily 11:30 PM – 2:30 PM 17:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Escape to Japan without ever leaving your seat at Yamazato! With our omakase dinners, carefully selected teppanyaki sets and authentic Japanese dishes, you can indulge in a truly luxurious experience. From the tableware and interior design inspired by traditional Japanese motifs, to the service staff wearing kimonos—Yamazato is sure to make for an easy yet elegant dining experience that will leave lasting memories.

Key Differentiators:

• Authentic Japanese restaurant
• Omakase and teppanyaki sets
• Impeccable hospitality and service

Customer’s Review:

You cannot go wrong with the food at Yamazato, their signature Japanese Restaurant.. The quality and freshness of the food are excellent and the prices are reasonable for a fine-dining restaurant. The restaurant also has a very calm and elegant design, and the service is both friendly and efficient.

Elmin

13) Coco Ichibanya 

Key Service	World-renowned Japanese curry house
Address	Pedro Gil St, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila
Website	https://www.facebook.com/CoCoIchibanyaPH/
Operating Hours	Monday 10AM–9PM Tuesday 10AM–9PM Wednesday 10AM–9PM Thursday 10AM–9PM Friday 10AM–10PM Saturday 10AM–10PM Sunday 10AM–9PM

For a truly unique experience, Coco Ichibanya is the #1 Japanese curry house in the world! The menu features an array of delicious and flavorful dishes to choose from with various toppings – perfect for those who are craving some authentic Japanese curry. Sushi lovers need not apply as this restaurant does not offer sushi or sashimi!

Key Differentiators:

• Authentic and flavorful curry rice dishes
• Wide selection of toppings to customize your dish
• Large servings at a great price

Customer’s Review:

Great curry, we had the Pork Cutlet Omelette Curry and it was really tasty, you get to choose the level of spiciness in your dish from a range of standard to 10 being the spiciest.

Nicolas

14) Kikufuji Izakaya

Key Service	Popular Japanese restaurant
Address	2276 Pasong Tamo St. Pio Del Pilar Makati, Philippines
Website	https://www.facebook.com/Kikufuji-Izakaya-113062010468247
Phone	+638893-6131
Operating Hours	Daily 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM

If you are looking for an amazing Japanese culinary experience, look no further than Kikufuji! Not only do they offer hearty portions of their fresh and authentic dishes but also the variety is second to none. From grilled entrées to sashimis and sushi, tempura, and so much more – your hunger will be satisfied here! Just bear in mind that this popular restaurant can get quite busy at times which may mean a bit of waiting time.

Key Differentiators:

• Huge, hearty portions of fresh and authentic food
• Wide variety of dishes to choose from
• Busy atmosphere but friendly service

Customer’s Review:

This place has alway been one of the best to have Japanese food. Especially during lunch time because of their set meals.

Kira

15) Mitsuyado Sei-Men

Key Service	Japanese restaurant with Tsukumen-style ramen
Address	No. 22 Jupiter Street, Bel Air, Makati City; Blue Bay Walk, EDSA Cor. Macapagal Ave. Pasay City
Website	https://www.facebook.com/mitsuyadoseimenph/
Phone	0905 284 0123
Operating Hours	Daily 11:00am to 10:00pm

If you’re looking for a flavorful bowl of ramen, look no further than Mitsuyado Sei-Men! Our unique Tsukumen-style is prepared with noodles served separately from the broth, making it an unforgettable experience. We also offer other delicious Japanese dishes like sushi, donburi, gyoza, tempura and more – something to truly satisfy all your cravings. Come join us today and discover why we are one of the best ramen restaurants in town!

Key Differentiators:

• Authentic Japanese food
• Wide selection of classic dishes
• Reasonable prices for generous portions

Customer’s Review:

I found out about this ramen place on the stamp card given to me at Mo’s Burger. It’s part of the chain of Japanese restaurants here.

Martin

Japanese Restaurant Manila

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