48 Best Japanese Restaurants near Azusa

“This place is super good and looks nice, on the inside. I got a bento box, and the miso soup was legit, the chicken was hot(temperature-wise) and delish. Don't judge the portion, I had already eaten some before snapping the picture 😅😋. Oh and they served a really nice iced tea( not too sweet, lemony and refreshing). Definitely coming back here.“

“Tried Blufish Sushi & Grill and had a really good experience. The sushi was fresh and well-made, and the grilled dishes were just as flavorful.

The place has a clean, modern vibe and the staff were friendly and attentive. Great spot if you’re in the mood for sushi or Japanese food“

“The food is so fresh. The presentation is very nice. Service is outstanding. pricing very reasonable. Best Sushi around for miles.“

“We had a wonderful experience at Yashima. The food was fresh and beautifully prepared, and everything we ordered tasted amazing. The sushi and sashimi were especially high quality. The atmosphere felt authentic and cozy, and the service was friendly and attentive. It’s clear they take pride in their food. We will definitely be coming back!“

“I got the teriyaki combo! I love the taste of grilled chicken or beef... Not just cooked on a hot surface, ya know? It hit the spot! The gentleman was cool and attentive! I came in early afternoon 2:00pm so there was alot of room to find seating. The size of the meal was more than I can handle 🤣 , I liked that they gave me sauce on my the side 👍 I liked the pictures they had adorning the restaurant inside. I didn't realize I hadn't taken a picture of the meal. I will next time 👉👉🤙 great spot... support small businesses! I will be back soon.“

“I order every week I just ordered again right now this place is the best. The gyoza is the best I haven't found anything better in the last 5yrs anywhere else. Im very simple guy gyoza and the spicy miso ramen 😋 its 🔥 most of the time I get it delivered now since im busier than before but when I go in a get there super cold 🥶 🍻 beers. I highly recommend this place they are perfect 👌. Thank you Kaiba 😊 🙏“

“We were in the mood for some good ramen and sushi and ended up coming here after looking at the reviews and pictures. Needless to say this place was delicious and has a good variety of different options. Definitely recommend checking out the mixed tempura, soft shell crab and the spicy tonkotsu ramen. Hard such a hard time deciding on a roll but ended up going with a caterpillar roll that was very delicious and fresh. Good price and good quality for the location. Definitely coming back for more.“

“Chicken Katsu lunch special is really great value. Spicy katsu sauce is the right amount of spice and flavor, and the salad dressing makes the salad pretty good. Taiyaki was made fresh and tasted great. Wish there was an option to buy less Taiyaki though; 5 is a little too much for even two people.“

“It couldve been because I was early, dining in and the broth didn't develop a bitter after taste from over cooking, but it's been awhile since I've had good ramen. The champion ramen had a good mixture of wet and dry flavors. Chashu + seaweed had a subtle fish dry taste vibe which is new. Noodles were chewy and not clumpy mouth feel. Broth and ground pork were rich but not overly. Overall taste + texture was superb and especially warming during the winter. Also the waiter Rick is such a homeboy and service is amazing.

Last time I liked having ramen was when I was running around in an orange jumper. Hope the guys and gals stay in business.“

“The service at little Tokyo exceeded all expectations. The staff was not only knowledgeable about the menu but also displayed a genuine passion for the culinary creations. They were attentive without being intrusive, and their recommendations were spot-on. Special dietary requests were accommodated with a smile, adding a personal touch to the dining experience. The pacing of the courses was perfect, allowing us to savor each moment without feeling rushed.“

“Read my post it's the best around“

“Me encanto el lugar muy agradable el personal no se diga muy amables“

“I order takeout from here all the time because the food is very very very good. The service is always very excellent My only concern is where it's located. I usually get delivery because I don't like the location of where this is. If it wasn't located where it is I would definitely be going there quite often. But if you know anything about this location you know what I'm talking about. But I do keep them busy with delivery I'll tell you what.“

“Every dish was delectable, and great service! We all had a fantastic time there! Definitely will be back, and for celebrations.“

“Fantastic. Great service and even better sushi.“

“We were hungry and after checking out the food court decided to find another restaurant, and this is just outside of the mall.
The chefs are cooking the Udon noodles in huge Pots and their style is the subway way 🥪 but noodle style.
We got the traditional beef and beef curry 🍜 with Gyoza.
The Udon was tender and chewy and the broth was not too light but had enough richness to it tastes so good. The curry was good and not too spicy, with the meat just hit the spot.
Plenty of seating inside plus outside seating as well.
Ran very efficiently cause during busy lunch Rush the customers went in n out so plenty seats available.“

“Umebana has amazing food! I'm currently pregnant and I have been looking all over for a sushi place to make food accommodations for me when I have my cravings. Umebana is always so kind to me, the atmosphere is clean and enjoyable, and the food is always made exactly how I requested it, so delicious! Thank you for taking such great care of me“

“Sakura Grill is a great spot for fresh, flavorful Japanese-inspired dishes served in a relaxed, casual setting. The menu has a nice variety, and everything comes out well-prepared and consistent. The grilled items are especially satisfying tender, well-seasoned, and cooked just right.

Service is friendly and efficient, and orders are handled quickly whether you’re dining in or taking out. The atmosphere is simple and comfortable, making it easy to enjoy a laid-back meal. Overall, Sakura Grill is a solid go-to for dependable, tasty food with good value.“

“I really enjoyed eating there The food is fantastic The owner is just really a great guy and the staff is very accommodating although our server was a little off that night from what she normally is generally speaking we never have a problem there“

“this place is bomb.!! and the service is incredible..“

“I was visiting to San Gaberial and found the spot for Teriyaki Bowl! The best teriyaki bowl ever and sauce was rich and tasty! The staff was very nice & glad I stumbled up on! If you are into Teriyaki Bowl, this is must try place! 🌟 🤩 ⭐ 🌠 💫“

“Great sushi restaurant with fresh ingredients, generous portions, and excellent service. Our family ordered 7–8 different rolls, and every one was delicious. The Nagoya Roll and Mexican Roll were our favorites. Highly recommended!“

“Located right next to Cal Poly college, Jinza Teriyaki is a great spot to eat after classes, my all time favorite is the Loco Moco bowl. The people are incredibly nice and especially early the place is a nice quite area to eat in. My only wish is that they would open earlier as someone who's out n about by 7am, but I understand not wanting to open at the crack of dawn.“

“Midoh is one of those spots that instantly feels like comfort food done right. If you’re craving Japanese homestyle cooking—the kind that’s warm, hearty, and hits you with that “ahhh, this is exactly what I needed” feeling—this place delivers every time.“

“nice little place... friendly staff... good food.“

“Friendly waters and comfortable setting“

“Very authentic in atmosphere, food, and service. I got the chirashi bowl and it was absolutely delicious. Fresh. Excellent texture. I was such a huge fan of their sushi rice as well! They have lunch specials that I clue miso soup and salad. Highly recommend coming here for lunch. Your whole party must be there to be seated and it gets busy (always a good sign).“

“First time patrons. Family of 4, husband and two teens. We did the AYCE and it was really good! All the rolls were fresh, generously proportioned. The only down side (very minor) is the drink selection. No fountain drinks, individual cans. When you have two teens....it can add up very quickly. It's not a deal breaker though, the atmosphere was quiet and quaint, service was excellent, will definitely go back!!“

“I absolutely LOVE AB Shabu (City of Industry)! Service is very friendly and charming, and the food is WONDERFUL. The location does look a bit old (i.e. faded paint, boxes in corner), but it's serious DELICIOUS food. This is a local, hidden gem.

Customers choose the meat (ex: angus beef ribeye, lamb, etc); customers select the soup base (ex: house base, spicy miso base, etc); and the fresh ingredients and bubbling, boiling soup arrives with fluffy steamed rice. There's even a sauce bar (ex: sesame sauce, satay sauce, etc) for customers.

WOW! My family and I had an AMAZING time. We tasted the Angus Beef Ribeye, Angus Beef Prime Short Rib, Pork Belly, Lamb, Fried Potato Shrimps, and Soft Shell Crab.) Dipping that fresh meat into that bubbling boiling broth, and chewing greedily on it with a scoop of fluffy rice was so GOOD! My personal favorite was the Angus Beef Prime Short Rib dipped in the Spicy Miso Soup Base (Mild). The Soft Shell Crab also tasted very clean and delicious.

As mentioned, Staff is a delight. During my dining experience, I only remember smiling faces. And staff is very hard working and diligent. I remember when the kind male host showed me the sauces and gave exemplary recommendations.

Ambiance is a weak part of this place, but this business is clean. It's not a flashy spot (ex: faded paint, boxes in corner), but there's sincere care. It's well-maintained. Customers sit at a table with a stove and fan vent on top. My family and I still felt comfortable throughout the experience.

Overall, AB Shabu (City of Industry) is absolutely delicious. I left with a full belly and a happy smile. I wholeheartedly recommend.“

“Shwe Taung Rice Bowl and Burmese Restaurant was a very pleasant surprise. Neither my wife nor I had ever eaten Burmese food, so we didn’t know what to expect. The restraint is small and hidden in a tiny strip mall. There is a small parking lot, but ample street parking.

Shwe Taung’s menu is extensive and full of exotic and enticing dishes. We ordered Coconut Chicken Khao Soi, Shan Noodles, and Mixed Tempura Fries. Each dish was wonderful. They all had unique mixtures of spices — flavorful but not too hot. Both noodle dishes were unlike anything we’ve ever encountered, and it will be difficult not to order the same things when we return. Still, the menu contains many other tempting choices.

The service was friendly and professional. Our waiter was extremely helpful to two Burmese food neophytes.

We will certainly return in the near future. In the meantime, do yourself a favor and try Shwe Taung.“

“We always like to go to Picnic Time to get their Yubu. It's a small and cute cafe, but the ambiance is welcoming and comfortable. They also have a lot of new items on the menu. We ordered their seared salmon Yubu x 3, one Kimchi Yubu, one Lemon Ponzu Salmon Yubu, and one eel Yubu.
The food was fresh and delicious. The server was friendly.“

“Everything their soup is delicious“

“I was looking for a place nearby on my lunch break - and was craving teriyaki. Price is decent for portion. I got a chicken and beef teriyaki bowl, and the food was very savory. I just wish they added a scoop of veggies to make it a more balanced meal. But still tasty.“

“This place doesn’t try to be trendy, which is honestly why I like it. The fish tastes fresh every time and the cuts are generous compared to a lot of other spots nearby. Service is straightforward and quick, and the menu leans more classic than experimental. If you’re expecting over-the-top fusion rolls this isn’t it, but if you want clean, reliable sushi, this hits.“

“great sushi and reasonable price..“

“Amazing food and amazing customer service!! I shared it on all my social media’s so all my friends would know about this place and be able to have their own experience at home. My whole family loved it and enjoyed it. Definitely recommend this place!“

“The shop has a cozy atmosphere, and the staff are very nice. I really like the beef rice here, but the curry rice is truly not good—just as some people have said—because the curry is poorly made. The sushi rolls are decent, though; if I were to make a recommendation, I’d only suggest the beef rice.“

“This is a very cozy spot to grab a good meal. It’s not fancy or over the top, but that’s honestly part of its charm. It feels like a small local Japanese place where the focus is simply on serving good, comforting food.

The staff were very kind as well. It happened to be raining when we arrived, and they were nice enough to let us come in a little earlier than opening, which we really appreciated.

I ordered the pork cutlet with curry and the portion was very generous — definitely satisfying and full of flavor. The only small hiccup was that my Diet Coke was forgotten at first, so I had to ask again, but they brought it out shortly after.

Overall, it was a really pleasant experience. If you’re looking for a casual place with tasty food and a relaxed atmosphere, this spot is definitely worth checking out. The price per person is also very reasonable for the portion sizes you get.“

“Went for lunch AYCE. Overall good; fish was good, mussels were excellent, service was decent, little bit crowded.
Order was slightly off by the second round. Ordered 4 seared salmon, 2 ikura, 1 scallop. Got 1 seared, 4 ikura, and 6 salmon. Oh well...AYCE and we still eat those so 🤷🏻‍♀“

“I originally went next door to the pita to go place and after standing inside the dark restaurant for 7 minutes a rude guy came out and was so rude I wasn’t going to spend my hard earned money inside this establishment so I went next door to wasabi n roll “sushi “ and I’m so glad I did… I ordered the bento #1 beef and it was soooo amazing and what was even more amazing was the customer service and the cleanliness of this establishment. I’m actually back again for the 2nd time this week lol“

“My hubby and my daughters celebrated my birthday at Ishi Sushi last night because I suggested going there, and we all liked their food. We ordered two (H4) orders of Chirashi, one (C12) una don (eel don), and I ordered (C13) the Chilean Seabass. The owners were very friendly. As we spoke with them casually, the lady knew it was my birthday yesterday. She said they would serve me a complimentary cake as dessert later. The Chirashi bowl had tuna (2), salmon (2), shrimp (1), white fish (1), yellow tail (1), albacore (1), uni (1), smelt egg (1), tamago (1), & salmon egg. The portions were good, and the fish was so fresh and delicious. My hubby and older daughter liked their Chirashi bowls. For the una don (eel served over the rice), my younger daughter also liked it so much. I liked my Chilean Seabass. It was served with salad and miso soup. The Chilean Seabass was fresh and flavorful with a tangy, sweet flavor. They provided a piece of lemon wedge, so I squeezed some lemon juice on it before eating. Then the owner brought us the Japanese Yuzu cheesecake. I was surprised that the owner gave our entire party slices of complimentary cake, rather than just one for the birthday person; mine even came with a candle. It was very generous of them. The Yuzu cheesecake was very delicious. The service was great, and they were very friendly.“

“Excellent food and service!“

“Kevin and Eric are the proprietors and they deliver great poke dishes! Love the food. Love the atmosphere.“

“I recommended to all my friend come enjoy here. very good delelicious Hot Pot great service all servers veri nice and kind“

“I recently tried Koki Ku Sushi, a newer Japanese restaurant in Duarte, and came away pleasantly surprised.

I stopped by for their lunch special and found the service attentive and welcoming throughout the meal. The 5-piece chef's choice premium nigiri was fresh and enjoyable, with each piece offering a nice variety of flavors.

I also ordered the Salmon Teriyaki with Spicy Tuna Roll combo. The teriyaki salmon was flavorful, although the slices were a bit thinner compared to what I've had at other sushi spots. The spicy tuna roll was generously portioned and filling enough to make for a satisfying lunch.

The restaurant itself has a clean, modern design and is conveniently located in the Target plaza, where parking is plentiful and easy. Overall, Koki Ku Sushi is a nice addition to the Duarte dining scene, and I'll be back to try more items from their menu.“

“was good food good service loved it“

“It's difficult to get a table for 2 quite often here. I've gone in and the place is nearly empty, but when you call online, they say they have no availability. I can't imagine it's packed every day.“

“After watching horse races at Santa Anita, our whole family went to the nearby mall for dinner. While my son and I chose Chick-fil-A, my wife ordered beef teriyaki and shrimp teriyaki from Suki Hana — each dish was $13.99 and came with a large portion.

One downside: they don’t give out free water cups. If you want water, you have to pay for a bottled drink. It would be much easier if they just put a water station outside for customers. In a food court, that small thing would really help.“