50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Tujunga

“The Japanese, who have lived in the United States all year long, love to make friends“

“I had an absolutely wonderful time dining here. The food was consistently fresh and beautifully presented.

Every roll I tried was prepared with such care. I particularly loved the vibrant colors of the sushi, especially the beautiful orange slices of lemon resting right on top of the rolls. Everything tasted just as good as it looked.

This place is a real gem in North Hollywood. I will definitely be back again soon.“

“Everything was amazing from the service to the food and sushi and the environment is unassuming and comfortable. Top notch!“

“Great service and very friendly staff“

“Salmon Ikura dish is amazing! So much flavor!“

“Must get sushi, but don’t forget the corn tempura and momotaro tomato (seasonal). Awesome sake selection too.“

“I came back for lunch for the first time in nearly 25 years, and it felt like stepping back in time. Since moving away, I hadn’t visited this area at all. The interior is unchanged, the service is warm and welcoming, and the homemade Japanese comfort food is just as delicious as I remembered. You’d be hard-pressed to find another place in the Valley that serves hijiki (seaweed) rice so casually and authentically.“

“Food and owner (s/o to my girl Hazel! 🫶🏼) = immaculate vibes. If you do delivery or pickup, order directly through their website not a food delivery app!! 🙏🏽 BEWARE: THE SPICY WONTONS WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!!“

“I really love this place! Cocktails menu is amazing, the Lychee Mojito 10/10, always a must for me.
Place was packed, of course it was a Friday night and the Lakers were playing, I recommend making s reservation.
Despite how busy the place was, out server David took care of us, great service and delicious food!“

“We had the Ume Omakase menu and didn't even know sushi could be so good. Such a wonderful experience for our anniversary. Atmosphere is cozy and friendly.

Boyfriend's review: How do I give 100/5 stars?!? This was honestly a life changing sushi experience“

“Our favorite sushi place. We make the drive to come eat here. It’s always so welcoming and delicious. Every burrito I’ve tried was so good and they have so many options. I love the owners. They are so nice and I love seeing them when we come in!“

“I had an incredible meal here recently. The ramen was absolutely fantastic and hit the spot perfectly.

I was especially impressed by the bowl topped with fresh cilantro and a bright lime wedge. The broth had such a deep, rich flavor that kept me coming back for more. Everything was served in beautiful, unique bowls that made the experience feel special.

I cannot wait to come back for another round. It is easily one of my favorite spots on Ventura Boulevard.“

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

“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.“

“This is our go-to sushi restaurant. The food never disappoints. The service is very friendly.“

“Really good food fresh and the ramen is soooooo yummy“

“First thing first, the sushi is really fresh. We got the toro, salmon belly, and the yellowtail belly. Saba is a little fishy. The rice is a bit mushy but good enough.

The cooked food is not as great. The agedashi tofu has too much breading and taste average. Kaiju tar tar is okayyy.

The service however took forever, and they never come to check up on us. Servers reach over to get dishes for other tables. Maybe they are short staffed but they should still handle us probably.“

“I had an excellent lunch at Sushi Yuzu. The restaurant has a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere, and everything I ordered tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared.

I started with the tuna sampler, which was beautifully presented and offered several different cuts and preparations of tuna. Each one had its own distinct flavor and texture, and the quality of the fish really stood out. It was a great way to sample the restaurant’s sushi and a perfect start to lunch.

The highlight, though, was the spicy tuna crispy rice. The rice was crisp and golden on the outside without being overly hard or greasy, while the spicy tuna was fresh, flavorful, and nicely balanced. It had just enough heat without overpowering the fish. I’d even dare to say Sushi Yuzu’s spicy tuna crispy rice was better than Katsuya’s, which is a very high bar.

The food felt refined without being fussy, and the quality made a casual lunch feel special. Sushi Yuzu is definitely worth visiting if you enjoy fresh sushi, especially tuna. I’ll absolutely be returning to try more of the menu.“

“Gorgeous restaurant! Aesthetically very beautiful and the food delivered!! We got the oxtail bao, crispy rice, Leona sushi roll, the fusion baked sushi roll with carbonara sauce, and cocktails! This place is the must in the valley! The outdoor patio is also stunning!! we will definitely be back“

“Amazing fresh old school sushi ❤️❤️❤️❤️. The owner is so friendly and knowledgeable and it’s now my happy place!“

“I've been eating here for over 30 years and I love it every time. The people, the food and the feeling of home keep me coming back. :)“

“This place is the Go-To spot for sushi.. always fresh and delicious 😋“

“Yes. Very nice servers etc. clean. Yummy food. Usually get beef teriyaki with tempura. Good batter on tempura snd lots of food“

“This place is a hidden gem. If you like quirky hole in the wall places with amazing food... this restaurant will not disappoint. Mori is always standing by to greet guests and make sure the service is excellent. Tonight Roy entertained us, made us laugh and fed us more food than we could possibly eat. 😋“

“High quality, friendly service“

“The menu is unique and named creatively, which I found charming. The food was well-made, and made in ample time. The service was amazing and the cashier walked me through the process, being very nice the whole time. The roll I ordered and the tea were delicious, and I'd love to come by again soon.“

“Sushi Dame is one of those little hidden gems you’re so glad you found. It’s a small, hole-in-the-wall spot, but the sushi is incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. Simple, cozy, and full of flavor—definitely a place I’d keep coming back to. 🍣✨“

“I asked my son where he wanted to go out for a special dinner, and he Sake Sake, I was like dang that's going to be a $100, but it has been a favorite of ours for 10+ years, and worth it for a special night out. Sushi is delish, including the mackerel susshi and yellowtail sashimi. Service is great as always, and the chefs seemed to be Japanese, as my son was able to understand what they were saying.“

“For starters the sushi here was absolutely bomb all of the rolls that we ordered were amazing there as genuinely nothing bad let alone mediocre. On top of that the service that we received from our server Kim was elite she always made sure that we were taken care of and was incredibly sweet. If you haven’t tried this place already you are missing out.“

“Fish on Rice is a lovely place with a cozy atmosphere, making it perfect for a relaxed meal with friends or family. The food is so fresh and delicious 😋😋 Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality Jap food at affordable prices! Plenty of choices for kids as well :)

Delicious and great value overall :D“

“Had an amazing experience at this place. My friends, brother and myself are traveling through town and we were looking for a place to eat and came across Kabosu.

Mint and the whole staff were extremely friendly and took care of all of us.

Food was very delicious. From the soup, salads, appetizers and rolls that Mint recommend.

Next time we travel through, we will be back.“

“Absolutely SUPERB experience. We made reservations for 5:30pm on a Weds; Sat at the bar where we were served directly by Chef Jeff and poured drinks by Richard.

We were warmly greeted upon entering and treated like royalty throughout the experience — extremely attentive staff but are not imposing with their attention. Just the right balance. Chef Jeff was the BEST — extremely kind, informative yet very considerate and socially aware. Clear and concise with each dish’s backstory / context but willing to engage further when we had questions.

LOVED the vibe. Not pretentious. Comfortable yet modern and elegant at the same time. We did not dress up and did not feel underdressed — that says a lot given the top-notch service and food but with a VERY approachable price point. We really enjoyed Morihiro's evolved, more approachable experience.

One of the best dining experiences we've had in a while -- each nigiri was well paced and sequenced. Fish was top notch but also the rice was STELLAR. Classic nigiri like the chutoro and otoro were harmoniously balanced -- texture, flavor and ratio. Then there were nigiri pieces that were smoked with Cherry wood that had an amazing accent of smokiness that did not overpower the fish or rice. There was another nigiri we had that was marinated on a sake-soaked kombu: WOW -- what a great flavor that added to the nigiri. Each nigiri was an absolute delight, I honestly can't stress that enough. Chef Jeff was extremely thoughtful and intentional with the sequencing which made the dining experience really special.

For cocktails, we had a White Negori from Richard and another cocktail that had a strawberry amaro in it. BOTH AMAZING. Then he finished the beverage journey off with a 3-year old Umeshu I believe which was such an unbelievable balance of sweet, sparkling fizz and earthiness from the plum. Great compliment to the sushi.

For the non-sushi dishes, we had the prawn tempura, Shabu (A5 Wagyu), and pickled roots. You would think that these dishes would take a backseat to the sushi but it did not -- they were all well balanced with texture and flavor. Beautifully presented as well.

HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND — you get fine-dining service and food but with approachable pricing and comfort. This is a LA GEM.“

“When you see betos you aren't expecting it to be fried rice plates. But that exactly what it is. Portions are awesome. They cook the steak how you want it if you order that. Shrimp was also amazing. Next time we are in town we are making this a stop.“

“Absolutely amazing menu and very accommodating people, and it’s very affordable and mostly delicious 😋.“

“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“

“Katsu-ya is my neighborhood sushi spot, and it is a good one. This is not the place you go when you want the best sushi of your life or a meal that is going to blow your mind. This is where you go when you want good, consistent sushi any day of the week.

It is the Toyota Avalon of sushi restaurants, on the upper end of reliable, and I go there constantly. They are always busy and have many celebrity clients, if that matters to you. Service is consistently great as well. If you want a table, it is best to make a reservation since they are often very busy.“

“The prices here are amazing. So is the taste of the food. The chicken teriyaki is absolutely delicious. It is very tender, juicy and soft yet well cooked. The beef tastes way better than the one in the yoshinoya. The prices are so good here. Customer service is awesome too. Food comes out fast and they give you big portions.“

“Delicious! And!! They have A5-Wagyu!! You can definitely taste the difference. Too bad I’m not from around here cause I’d definitely hit this spot up on a regular basis! Staff is friendly, fast, and efficient, and has a great atmosphere for dinner dates!“

“We ordered the large sushi platter to go. It came with three rolls, salad and soup. Yhe quality of the fish was excellent and even better was the generous portions of real wasabi, not the paste wasabi. It was perfect for two with some leftovers but three people is a stretch. We'll be back for more!!!!“

“Pretty much everything it is always the best and freshest fish in town! The best oysters on the half shell, Uni, yellowtail belly, the seafood salad is really delicious, (as well as their salmon skin salad)! Another favorite is the ELhand roll (it’s almost a meal in itself)! You really cannot go wrong with anything you order there! Five stars for sure!“

“We ordered Rose Teokbokki in first visit. I really loved it . Then we visited again to try the OG chicken Katsu and I really loved it. I would definitely go back for it. Portion size was very good for the price. Teokbokki size was huge. The service is very good .Very kind staff and customer friendly. I loved the ambience and the local Korean vedios running in the television which made me feel like I was in South Korea. The staff gave us miso soup as complimentary which I really appreciate. I would order it in my next visit as it was tasty. Overall I would definitely recommend for my friends and family.“

“Just go and order Omakase. It is the sushi experience of your life!“

“I was really indecisive about what I wanted to eat tonight. This is my first time trying this place and let me tell you, it’s the best hibachi I’ve had tbh. My regular spot is usually in Hollywood but definitely switching to this place. Everything cooked well and seasoned just right.“

“The sushi isn't out of this world but it is a pretty cool sushi place. They have pretty good lunch specials. Pretty inexpensive also. Service has always been good despite the atmosphere being pretty average.

Update May 2026: Prices have gone up considerably in the past year or so.“

“I’ve been coming here for the last couple decades staff are all very friendly, and the food is always very tasty. Their happy hour Monday deals are fantastic.“

“What a beautiful restaurant. Loved the menu- so many delicious options, ended up getting the bulgogi plate and it came with so many yummy sides I was delighted. Also the interior is Titanic themed and it’s pretty and fun. Thank you 🙏“

“Good ramen, next time I go here, I'm getting the sushi, nice feel to the restaurant, but it's rather small, very few tables, the tonkatsu broth was delicious, and the chashu in the ramen was out of this world compared to other places, strongly suggest giving it a try“

“Delicious sushi and fantastic service! A new favorite for sure 🍣“

“it's a tiny little hole in the wall amazing awesome delightful friendly place!!!! the food and the people who work there are amazing!“

“Great place. Good food and friendly staff.“