7 Best Japanese Restaurants near Lihue

“Hard to believe you can get such great sushi from a food truck. I’m partial to sashimi and it is always fresh, perfectly cut, and beautifully presented.“

“Awesome service!! And, the food was very delicious!!! Highly recommend!! Thank you☺️“

“We absolutely loved our lunch at Hamura Saimin!
Our family of five ordered the small regular saimin, beef skewers, shrimp tempura, and crispy wontons, and it ended up being the perfect amount for lunch while still leaving room to snack later while sightseeing around Kauai. Everything was fabulous comforting, flavorful, and exactly the kind of authentic local food experience we were hoping for.
We also grabbed some homemade banana bread made by Lori to share in the car afterward, and it was SO good. Moist, flavorful, and perfect for a scenic drive snack.

The atmosphere is casual and local, which made the experience feel even more authentic. Definitely a must-visit spot in Kauai!“

“The food is amazing! The staff is wonderful!“

“New owner has turned this spot into the best drinks, menu and service on the Island. Ask Alyssa to mix you Bloody Mary! Awesome!“

“12/2025
I happened upon this quaint, friendly and fast place by accident. Located next to Inkspot, people drive by for a really quick and onolicious pickup. They offer 3 simple bentos that offer a quick but wide variety of food. Drop by to get your quick fix to start your day. They open at 6am. D, one of the owners was really informative and helpful. And the food offerings is what attracts your eye at their prices. Not overly huge but very reasonable and economical portions in these trying times. A nice niche option just minutes from anywhere in town and the airport. Onolicious! 😉🤙✌️“

“It was absolutely delicious! I can’t remember exactly what I ordered… Spicy Tofu with Charsiu and it was INCREDIBLE! Will have to visit again on another holiday!“