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Restaurants in Japan

Ramen, sushi, izakaya, street food, and more — your guide to eating in Japan

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Japan is a culinary paradise — home to more Michelin-starred restaurants than any other country, and equally famous for its ¥500 ramen shops and bustling street food stalls. From the sushi counters of Tsukiji to Osaka's takoyaki alleys, every prefecture has signature dishes waiting to be discovered. Our curated guide covers restaurants across all price ranges and cuisine types, with details on English menus, vegetarian options, and local specialties. Use our filters to find exactly what you're craving — whether it's a late-night izakaya, a refined kaiseki experience, or the best tonkatsu in town.

38 restaurants found

Toraya Akasaka - Wagashi

Toraya Akasaka

Japan's most prestigious wagashi maker since the 16th century, purveyor to the Imperial Household.

Tsuruya Yoshinobu - Wagashi

Tsuruya Yoshinobu

Kyoto's renowned wagashi house since 1803, famous for seasonal nerikiri confections.

Nakamura Tokichi Uji - Wagashi

Nakamura Tokichi Uji

Historic Uji tea house since 1854, serving matcha parfaits and sweets with premium Uji green tea.

Ippudo Hakata - Ramen

Ippudo Hakata

The original Ippudo flagship store in Fukuoka, birthplace of their signature creamy tonkotsu.

Otaru Masazushi - Sushi

Otaru Masazushi

Premier sushi restaurant on Otaru's famous Sushi Street, serving pristine Hokkaido seafood.

HokkaidoUpscale

Marugame Seimen Shibuya - Udon

Marugame Seimen Shibuya

Japan's largest udon chain, hand-making noodles fresh in front of customers all day.

CoCo Ichibanya Akihabara - Curry

CoCo Ichibanya Akihabara

Japan's largest curry chain offering customizable spice levels, rice amounts, and toppings.

Ichiran Shibuya - Ramen

Ichiran Shibuya

Famous tonkotsu ramen chain with individual flavor-customization booths for focused eating.

AFURI Ebisu - Ramen

AFURI Ebisu

Modern ramen shop known for its refreshing yuzu shio ramen with clear golden broth.

Mutekiya - Ramen

Mutekiya

Ikebukuro's perennially popular ramen shop with rich tonkotsu-shoyu broth and char siu.

Ichiran Tenjin - Ramen

Ichiran Tenjin

The Fukuoka branch of Ichiran, serving authentic Hakata tonkotsu ramen in its birthplace.

Sushi Dai - Sushi

Sushi Dai

Legendary sushi counter at Toyosu Market where customers queue for hours for the omakase set.

Daiwa Sushi - Sushi

Daiwa Sushi

Another Toyosu Market institution offering fresh sushi with seasonal toppings direct from the auction.

Endo Sushi - Sushi

Endo Sushi

Beloved sushi stand inside Osaka Central Market, famous since 1907 for thick-cut nigiri.

Nemuro Hanamaru - Sushi

Nemuro Hanamaru

Hokkaido conveyor belt sushi chain sourcing ultra-fresh fish directly from Nemuro port.

HokkaidoModerate

Kanazawa Maimon Sushi - Sushi

Kanazawa Maimon Sushi

Popular Kanazawa sushi chain showcasing seasonal fish from the Sea of Japan.

HokurikuModerate

Kushikatsu Daruma - Izakaya

Kushikatsu Daruma

Osaka's most famous kushikatsu izakaya in Shinsekai, with a strict no-double-dipping rule.

Ten-ichi Ginza - Tempura

Ten-ichi Ginza

Established in 1930, one of Tokyo's most prestigious tempura restaurants with a refined counter.