50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Altadena

1 CaliBachi

4.6 Superb 49 Reviews

1870 West Washington Boulevard Suite 38, Los Angeles

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“I had the chicken and steak with fried rice! Absolutely delicious! 😋 My son had steak, shrimp, chicken with fried rice and veggies, his gf had the shrimp and chicken with fried rice. The yum yum sauce and garlic butter are the best I’ve ever tasted! All of it was AWESOME! You need to try! ❤️ The owners are super dedicated, kind, and friendly!”

2 Azay

4.5 Superb 188 Reviews

226 1st Street, Los Angeles · 11.52 miles

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“I had Japanese breakfast w/ miso black cod, it was tasty.”

3 Chubby Cattle BBQ | Little Tokyo

5.0 Superb 283 Reviews

356 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles · 11.63 miles

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“I highly recommend this restaurant. Great food and great service.”

4 Marugame Monzo

4.5 Superb 407 Reviews

329 1st Street, Los Angeles · 11.51 miles

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“Delicious food. Fast service. Get here early to avoid a long line.”

5 OTOTO

4.6 Superb 93 Reviews

1360 Allison Avenue, Los Angeles · 10.63 miles

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“Tasty bbq take out outside. Amazing desserts to ans friendly staff”

6 Hama Sushi

4.4 Superb 263 Reviews

347 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles · 11.68 miles

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“Exceptional food! Hamachi collar, red snapper soup! And sushi. Authentic; which is why it was so good!”

7 Sushi Gen

4.5 Superb 396 Reviews

422 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles · 11.66 miles

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“Sushi Gen is simply the best sushi spot I’ve found in California and honestly, the only place in the U.S. that has ever reminded me of the sushi I’ve had in Japan. I discovered this place a few years ago, and I still remember how happy I was after my first visit. I had been looking for that same freshness and quality I loved so much in Japan, and Sushi Gen was the first place where I genuinely felt like I found it. I’ve been back many times since, and it has never disappointed me. The quality is consistently exceptional, the fish is incredibly fresh. One of those rare places I can recommend without hesitation.”

8 Tensho

4.5 Superb 110 Reviews

418 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles · 11.73 miles

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“Tench is a gem of a restaurant. The shabu shabu experience is a unique culinary experience and Tensho does it right. The dishes that are part of the meal are delectable and always different. It is always a special night at Tensho. There is no place quite like it in LA - it is very special. An evening in Japan!”

9 Kouraku Japanese Ramen & Grill

4.6 Superb 298 Reviews

314 E 2nd St, Los Angeles · 11.61 miles

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“It was very nice. Loved the hellos and thank you for coming. I can’t wait to come back next time I visit the area.”

10 Izakaya Go Los Angeles

4.8 Superb 138 Reviews

136 South Central Avenue, Los Angeles · 11.59 miles

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“Service is amazing and the reason to get here. Big shout out to Miss Angela!! Attentive and such good energy! We ended up making late night 10:30pm happy hour. Sushi is yum. Wished they had just ref yellowtail vs spicy. And maybe different apps that are more traditional izakaya kind. Parking near by at the $4 lot or train it! Clean and inviting and just all around ppl who love their jobs. Ya feel their good vibes. For an izakaya, that’s definitely what makes the experience!”

11 Oseyo Shabu Shabu

4.7 Superb 169 Reviews

2879 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena · 3.8 miles

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“Its open and they really made sure its safe , service and food perfect . Happy days”

12 Suehiro Mini

4.5 Superb 134 Reviews

642 N Broadway Suite 5, Los Angeles · 10.92 miles

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“The best Japanese curry in LA, and we have tried a lot of places, believe me!!! Has options for vegetarians and vegans too! The miso soup comes with a lot of the meals and it's so good too. The staff know us now and they are all lovely! It's pretty small inside so probably not the best for a super big group but great for a more intimate night out and of course take out as well!”

13 Marugame Udon

4.5 Superb 341 Reviews

700 Flower Street, Los Angeles · 12.21 miles

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“I had a great time over there. Delicious food 🥘”

14 Te Isshoku Sushi • Made to Order Take-Out

5.0 Superb 117 Reviews

Bunker Hill Steps, 633 West 5th Street, Los Angeles · 11.92 miles

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“Chef should be proud for how well he’s honored the tradition, while adding a fresh personal style to it. Hands down the best sushi I’ve had outside of Japan, it honestly tastes like it comes from the ancient back alley sushi restaurants near the Tokyo fish market. The nicest people ever too.. so kind and generous. A must have any time I come to LA.”

15 Izakaya Osen

4.3 Superb 295 Reviews

2861 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles · 10.97 miles

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“The best everything…so, Go!”

16 Kinjiro

4.5 Superb 123 Reviews

424 East 2nd Street, Los Angeles · 11.66 miles

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“The flavors of all the food was amazing.... everything on the menu was intriguing , I wish I tried it all!”

17 MAMA M SUSHI

4.6 Superb 182 Reviews

29 East Holly Street, Pasadena · 3.13 miles

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“Salad Dressing is amazing. Parking is horrible. They said 10-15 for my order. 25 minutes and I got a $52 Parking Citation🤬🤬🤬🤬”

18 Yama Sushi Marketplace

4.8 Superb 342 Reviews

911 West Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel · 6.18 miles

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“Yama Sushi Market Place has many locations in LA, tried all different locations, love them all. I usually do not give five stars for rating, but for this one, they deserve the 5 star. The fish is extremely fresh with reasonable price. It will cost three or four times more if you order the exact same varieties of fish from restaurants . They also have a very good variety of sake to select from. The Otoro, the fatty tuna melts in your mouth. Hamachi was extremely fresh. Salmon was exceptional. California roll was so yummy with soft rice. Definitely recommend.”

19 Chinchikurin Little Tokyo

4.5 Superb 286 Reviews

350 1st Street, Los Angeles · 11.62 miles

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“Chinchikurin was my first ever Hiroshima style okonomiyaki. I've had the Osaka version in Japan many years ago, but haven't had okonomiyaki of any kind in the US since. So this experience was definitely fun. The food was very tasty and well built. I ordered the Loaded Kaisen, which was the seafood okonomiyaki as part of the 11-layer savory pancake. It was very filling. After the cooks make the okonomiyaki at the main teppan grill, you eat it at your own personal grill at your table, which keeps your order nice and warm. Be sure to put a lot of the mayo and otafuku sauce atop it to make the flavor even bolder and more exciting. If you've never had okonomiyaki before, Chinchikurin is a great place to start. There are very few of these kinds of restaurants in LA, so Chinchikurin is a very unique Japanese cuisine in Little Tokyo worth scoping out. I did a YouTube video of my eating adventures here, which can be found on my channel called Rockstar Eater”

20 Osawa

4.6 Superb 290 Reviews

77 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena · 3.13 miles

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“The service, the food, the environment and the kindness and efficiency of our server tonight! 😋👍”

21 Tora Japanese Kitchen

4.9 Superb 133 Reviews

1311 Glendale Boulevard, Los Angeles · 10.78 miles

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“first impression; wow! service was nothing but attentive and top tier. food was brought to our table as soon as it was ordered. every intention of returning to try the specialty rolls I was too full to try this time. the jalapeno bomb roll was everything I could've dreamed of.”

22 Katsu Sando - Los Angeles (Chinatown)

4.5 Superb 111 Reviews

736 N Broadway Suite 105, Los Angeles · 10.81 miles

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“Needed something easy to eat for the road trip back to the Bay Area, so I thought a Japanese sando would be perfect—especially craving a tamago sando with whole soft-boiled eggs. Located in a bit of a hole-in-the-wall spot in LA Chinatown, and it was surprisingly hard to find due to the lack of signage. I actually walked past it twice and had to ask a street vendor before realizing I was basically right in front of it. Turns out they no longer offer the tamago sando (used to be a breakfast special), so I went with the egg salad sandwich instead and luckily got it on BOGO since they were clearing extra inventory. I also ordered the chicken katsu, which took about 10 minutes to prepare—but it was worth the wait. Super tender and moist, with a great ratio of cabbage, sauce, and bread. It was a bit large, so I had to flatten it slightly to make it easier to bite into. I do wish I had asked for extra katsu sauce on the side since I prefer mine a bit sweeter and more saucy. Not sure why they don’t offer online ordering coz the 10-min wait was a bit awkward with no one else in the store and nowhere to sit”

23 Izakaya Funhouse

4.9 Superb 73 Reviews

116 Judge John Aiso Street, Los Angeles · 11.48 miles

“This place oozes character and craft. An excellent assortment of dishes all with unique elements to surprise you. The sashimi specials we tried were all unique and delicious. Feel free to go with staff recommendations, you won't be disappointed. A laid back atmosphere with excellent punk decor, superb service, and food I'm still thinking about.”

24 Rice & Nori

4.5 Superb 240 Reviews

123 Astronaut Ellison S Onizuka Street Unit 103, Los Angeles · 11.58 miles

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“I’ve been hoping a place would come along to give me a riceball fix and this is absolutely it! Delicious & perfect for after school or work bite! Friendly staff clean and chill hip atmosphere. I hope nothing but the best for this place!”

25 Ducks Restaurant

4.6 Superb 148 Reviews

1381 East Las Tunas Drive, San Gabriel · 6.71 miles

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“Came here for lunch and got their lunch special cold udon + mini (beef) curry rice set. Starting off with the curry. It was very tasty and flavorful, rice was cooked well. The beef was also very tender and juicy. However, I wish the flavor of the curry permeated more into the beef as the beef tasted a little underseasoned. I love cold noodles on a hot day, and I tend to prefer my noodles a little softer. The cold udon was served at the perfect temperature, but texture wise was a little on the al dente side. It was chewy but bordering a little too chewy/ hard. I wish it was cooked for 30-60s longer! Other than that, flavor of he broth was good. The lunch set was a good amount of food and I left feeling full (couldnt finish my rice as it was too much carbs). Service is good and the restaurant was not too crowded when I was there. Would love to come back again to support a local restaurant and try out other stuff on their menu!”

26 Tane Vegan Izakaya - Highland Park

4.8 Superb 84 Reviews

5805 York Boulevard, Highland Park · 6.03 miles

“Second time here and the food and service were just as good as the first time! We literally just left, but the service tonight was so top notch that I had to leave a review and give the staff a shoutout. We brought our kids this time and everyone was so nice and attentive. Even my son said, “Everyone there is so nice!” which pretty much says it all. We tried a bunch of things we didn’t get last time, and the Katsu Caesar Salad was definitely our favorite this time. Everything we ordered was so good. My husband is vegan and the rest of us aren’t, so we love finding a place where he has plenty of options and the rest of us can enjoy everything too. Such a great spot and definitely one we’ll keep coming back to! Worth the drive for us”

27 Joon Shabu Shabu

4.6 Superb 138 Reviews

220 E Broadway, Glendale · 7.58 miles

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“Amazing food and experience, servers were helpful and friendly especially because I had NO IDEA how to do this. You get water and spices/ sauces, meats and proteins and veggies, and make your own dish. So cool and the food was just incredible.”

28 Sushi Kyo

4.8 Superb 75 Reviews

141 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia · 7.94 miles

“Only Rating on Food and Service since I ordered the food for delivery. Everything was packaged well. The food was all delicious. I was happily surprised to find that even the leftovers were still great the next day. Well done, great quality.”

29 Kaijin sushi (San Gabriel)

4.9 Superb 98 Reviews

6420 Rosemead Boulevard, San Gabriel · 6.11 miles

“Such a great sushi spot in San Gabriel! Everything we tried was fresh and delicious. I definitely recommend the Six Flags Roll and the gyozas both were so good! The service was great, the staff was super friendly and the ambiance was really nice. Definitely a place I’d come back to! 🍣✨”

30 Mitsuru Cafe

4.6 Superb 118 Reviews

117 Japanese Village Plaza Mall, Los Angeles · 11.57 miles

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“Been there several times and it never disappoints me! I always order their takoyaki (octopus dumplings) and red bean cakes (I forgot their Japanese name😭), absolutely love them! But the amount of each is suitable for dessert rather than a meal though, so decide before you go!”

31 Eigikutei

4.5 Superb 174 Reviews

314 1st Street, Los Angeles · 11.61 miles

“We had the seafood yosenabe set. The kaiseki appetizers were varied and elegant. The yosenabe was very flavorful. The Key is to cook vegetables first in the broth. The bran was incredibly sweet. Portions were plentiful. Couldn’t finish the rice porridge as last course and they were kind enough to cook it in the back and packaged it to go.”

32 KazuNori: The Original Hand Roll Bar

4.5 Superb 301 Reviews

421 Main Street, Los Angeles · 11.89 miles

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“It was Absolutely delicious!”

33 SUSHI REX

4.9 Superb 88 Reviews

3747 Foothill Boulevard Unit C, Glendale · 8.11 miles

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“The atmosphere and the people were very nice. The food tasted very good. I tried the shrimp tempura udon the udon itself was very delicious and I enjoyed the fish flakes used in it only thing that I’m docking a point from food is it only came with two pieces of shrimp tempura.”

34 Kontentsu Montrose

4.7 Superb 171 Reviews

3600 Ocean View Boulevard Suite 12, Glendale · 5.6 miles

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“A hidden gem in Montrose. Very good food, attentive service, reasonable price.”

35 KAMINARI GYOZA BAR

4.7 Superb 161 Reviews

323 1st Street, Los Angeles · 11.51 miles

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“Food is legit! We tried the pan fried and deep fried pork gyoza and both were fire. Don’t miss out on the daikon and gobo. Noodles tasted home made. The staff and owners (I think) were super friendly and attentive. They were amazing!”

36 Kaiba Japanese Restaurant

4.6 Superb 273 Reviews

816 South Atlantic Boulevard, Monterey Park · 9.54 miles

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“Great rolls. Big selection.... fresh.”

37 Sushi Karen

4.8 Superb 101 Reviews

633 South Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena · 4 miles

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“our 1st time eating at sushi karen this past saturday. It was a very pleasant surprise. the chefs unique recipes for the sushi was appreciated. we will be back.”

38 Ginjo Ramen

4.7 Superb 138 Reviews

2391 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena · 3.49 miles

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“ABSOLUTELY the BEST ramen I have ever had!!! The service is amazing, the fried pumpkin... off the hook!!! Spring rolls, yaaasssss!! I had the King Ramen...whoaaaaa! Daaaaammnnn!! You will NOT be disappointed. Thanks to the owners for the great experience.”

39 Sushi Rolland | Japanese Restaurant

4.9 Superb 47 Reviews

264 South Mission Dr H, San Gabriel · 6.4 miles

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“I’ve been coming to sushi rolland for a while now, and I’d say, I’m pretty satisfied! I’ve been impressed by the freshness of the their fish, especially their salmon. I LOVE salmon, and their salmon is buttery and very good quality. For their price and quality, I’d say it’s definitely worth it. I’ve tried their salmon delight, crunch roll, dragon roll, blossom roll, salmon avocado combo, combo an and combo c. I tried out their new menu today, the salmon crunch, and I really liked it (apologies for the half eaten picture). Might be my new go to menu item. I really the fried onions on there. I always like getting their miso soup, such a good combination with the sushi. Highly recommend their combo plate, especially combo A!”

40 Chubby Cattle BBQ | Rosemead

4.9 Superb 324 Reviews

8508 East Valley Blvd C102, Rosemead · 8.13 miles

“Highly commendable service and absolutely stunning set menu! we went here for dinner last night for our Halloween date night! Their wagyu cuts are 100% top-grade and not just random "wagyu" that are below the marks. We tried their A5 and M9 meats, not to mention their salmon carpaccio that is to die for. Their sides are absolutely delicious and smart, one great example is their fried pork buns that is like a spin on soup dumplings. To top it off, you get premium ice cream in the end. Their salad is so good with yuzu and smokey salt, plus you get a chili mix too. They serve the meats fast plus your tablet menu is in front of you so you don't have to keep calling the staff to refill. I give them 9 stars! 🌟 🐄 🥩”

41 Ramen of York

4.2 Good 184 Reviews

5051 York Boulevard, Los Angeles · 6.36 miles

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“Definitely grab the lunch combo for the value alone. The ramen didn't blow me away, but that pork bowl was incredible. I also tried a smoked salmon Philly roll for the first time, something different from the usual raw salmon. It’s a super chill spot if you need a break from the busy street outside.”

42 Orsa & Winston

4.4 Superb 380 Reviews

122 4th St FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK BUILDING, Los Angeles · 11.85 miles

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“Excellent service, great food, too bad there wasn't extra room in the parking area.😊😊”

43 Kaiba Japanese Ramen, Sushi & Grill - Pasadena

4.6 Superb 188 Reviews

1713 East Colorado Boulevard, Pasadena · 3.18 miles

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“Good food, portions & service...”

44 Tokoro

4.6 Superb 187 Reviews

802 Fair Oaks Avenue, South Pasadena · 5.19 miles

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“It was a great experience We took our dear granddaughter to celebrate her birthday !!!”

45 Mori Teppan Grill

4.6 Superb 177 Reviews

120 West Stocker Street, Glendale · 7.38 miles

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“Truly the quintessential California teppanyaki experience. Felt nostalgic and fun and the food tasted amazing. The service was great and everyone working there seemed like they LOVED what they do. It was a pleasant surprise to see Mr. Mori as the host and running the place like the navy. A legend.”

46 Iki Toro Japanese Restaurant

4.8 Superb 72 Reviews

120 South Brand Boulevard, Glendale · 7.66 miles

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“We visited this restaurant tonight, and I have to say, it was an outstanding experience! Having been to many sushi bars throughout Los Angeles, I can confidently say that this is one of the best. The food is absolutely delicious, and honestly, no other sushi restaurant nearby even comes close. The service was impeccable, truly a 5-star experience and beyond! A special mention goes to the waiters, staff, bartender Filipe who is incredibly attentive, welcoming, and genuinely respectful toward every guest. You can really feel the care and passion that go into making every visit special. If you haven’t been here yet, I highly recommend giving this place a try. You won’t be disappointed! 🍣✨”

47 Kontentsu South Pasadena

4.6 Superb 144 Reviews

700 Fair Oaks Avenue, South Pasadena · 5.09 miles

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“The restaurant has a beautiful interior and a pleasant atmosphere. Everything looked clean and well-kept, making it a comfortable place to sit and enjoy a meal. I really liked the space and how inviting it felt. For the food I would give it 3 out of 5 stars. The ramen was a little too rich and greasy for my taste, which made it feel heavy. I would have enjoyed it more if the broth had been lighter. Overall, I enjoyed the atmosphere more than the food, but it’s a lovely setting for a meal.”

48 Chubby Cattle BBQ | Monterey Park

4.8 Superb 380 Reviews

501 West Garvey Avenue Suite 108, Monterey Park · 8.81 miles

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“Meet quality really nice to me Good service!”

49 Wa Sushi & Izakaya

4.6 Superb 131 Reviews

1132 North Garfield Avenue, Alhambra · 5.83 miles

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“We love coming here, one of, If not the Best sushi spot in Alhambra. The service is friendly and welcoming and accommodating. Sushi is fresh, never fishy. This is our go to spot for all celebrations. Actually, don’t come here because I don’t want it to get more crowded lol JK! All joking aside, amazing place!”

50 Buko Japanese Restaurant

4.6 Superb 113 Reviews

327 North Verdugo Road, Glendale · 6.63 miles

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“Legitimately one of my favorite restaurants I've ever tried. I'm not even joking there's FRESH WASABI. The fish is so fresh. I got the chirashi don and I am so happy. Very much worth the stop. If I am ever in the area, I will be coming back, and perhaps will be making trips out to this place specifically. Wonderful service”