29 Best Japanese Restaurants near Pasadena

“Great food , nice staff, very good chef,“

“We have a wonderful dinner at Akira Ramen. Will be back..“

“Me and my daughter had a beautiful shared experience here and this is now one of my favorite if not my favorite!!!! And the waitress is an amazing artist!!!!“

“The owner was so personable and made our experience so wonderful. He remembered my father’s order from the last time he was in which made him feel so special. The atmosphere feels very homey, modern, and clean. Would absolutely recommend eating in“

“My wife and I lost power & heat before Christmas so we had to spend the holidays out of the house with our 5 week old daughter. We ate Christmas lunch/dinner at SHIKA sushi &ramen and it was awesome! They really saved the day for us. We are usually 4-6 rolls feasters so thought we’d just start with 3 and go from there. 3 was plenty! The rolls were massive and delicious. The service was great. Poor lady had to fill my water like 10 times. And they sealed the deal with a free piece of cheesecake! Entire meal came in about $50! Highly recommend you go check them out! Cheers!“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five-Star Review

Teriyaki House in Annapolis, MD was an absolutely fantastic experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was perfect—they were playing the Army–Navy game, had holiday music going, and the restaurant was beautifully decorated for the season, which made it feel warm and welcoming.

The location and view are excellent, adding to the overall enjoyment of the meal. Service was outstanding—friendly, attentive, and efficient without being overbearing. The prices were very reasonable, especially for the quality and portion sizes.

Most importantly, the food was delicious—fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. Everything we ordered exceeded expectations.

Between the festive atmosphere, great service, excellent value, and incredible food, Teriyaki House is a place I would absolutely return to and highly recommend to anyone visiting or living in Annapolis.“

“Kelly and team here are top notch- immediately feel welcome and receive amazing hospitality as soon as you walk in the door. Food is consistently delicious. One of our favorites in Annapolis.“

“Sexy jalapeño my favorite! If you haven’t tried…… try it!!!“

“The food and service is excellent. The wait staff is attentive. They gave us a free appetizer as a palate cleanser and free mini assorted cheesecake desserts. The sushi is awesome. My son had the TripleSushi Deluxe (soup, salad, and sushi were delicious). The rest of us ordered Paradise, Rock and Roll, Yama, and the Goldfish Rolls. All were fresh and tasted awesome. They also have sake, plum wine, and Japanese sodas. Yama Annapolis is a truly Japanese restaurant in food as well as culturally. A must dine while you’re in Annapolis.“

“Great food, great wait staff. Been going there for years and it's only gotten better over time.“

“Our experience was amazing here tonight. The staff was exceptional and super polite as well. The food was just a plus! We will definitely be back. Coming all the way from Colonial Beach, Virginia.“

“the sushi lunch special is perfect and the all youncan eat sushi also general.house is in the top 3 in maryland and definitely top 2 in anne arundel County“

“The food is very consistent. It’s a great place for us to order lunch and have plenty of leftovers for a second meal. The hibachi chicken or steak are great and we have tried both the rice or noodles to accompany it with the vegetables. I recommend to get extra sauce whether it be teriyaki or yum yum so the second round isn’t dried out.“

“The Yummy Roll❤️ Everything about this place is EXCELLENT“

“The food is tasty and they are pretty quick with their service. They now have a self ordering kiosk which we haven't used but plan to next time. I only gave the atmosphere 3 stars because it's not much for atmosphere. They have a few tables to sit and eat but I never used them. Mostly sit and wait. Overall they give you a decent amount of food. If you have a lot of orders they give you a box to carry your stuff out. But that was recent due to the plastic bag ban.“

“This is my husband and I’s second time trying out this place and it is delicious! I ordered the chicken bento box and that teriyaki sauce with the rice and crispy chicken is just the perfect combo along with everything else that comes in the box. My husband loves the volcano roll as well!“

“Food is subpar and the only place I have ever encountered that makes you pay for any yum yum sauce. Most places give you a small cup with your meal then charge you for any extra…“

“Excellent hospitality and food!!“

“My first time here and the food was excellent and the waiter made sure we always had drinks. We will be back.“

“Great sushi! The salmon roll and tuna roll both include avocado (not listed, but very appreciated) and there’s no markup on the price. In fact, it’s the cheapest, freshest tasting sushi I’ve had in Annapolis. Very surprising for food court sushi.

Oh, and it’s FAST! Can’t believe you can get sushi this good in 5 minutes flat.

I haven’t tried the spicy rolls, but if you like normal raw fish sushi, this is the best tasting and the best price.“

“Honestly, was not expecting much from my visit here, but I was genuinely surprised! Good food, good price, typical grab and go sort of place, but the value for the money was very good, and the food quality was much better than I was expecting.“

“If you ever find yourself at Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI), do yourself a favor and stop by Gachi Sushi across from Gate A9. I ordered the Triple Delight Roll, and it was incredible. It was beautifully presented, fresh, and packed with flavor. The avocado and spicy drizzle were perfectly balanced, and the textures were spot on. Service was fast and friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, even in the middle of the busy terminal. Special shoutout to Budi, the general manager who’s been there for 14 years! His pride in the food and service truly shows. I’ll definitely be back. Whether you’re craving sushi before a flight or just looking for a great airport dining experience, Gachi Sushi is a must-try. Highly recommended! 🍣✈️“

“Amazing friendly staff members. Food great nice cozy atmosphere 🍣🍰✨“

“Nagoya never disappoints.“

“I’ve always passed by this place for YEARS and decided to try them out. I got the hibachi beef and hibachi shrimp and WOW is it good. The meat was tender and fried rice was cooked perfectly. The place is a vibe. I love how calm it is. I definitely would recommend. They also have a wide variety of sushi and some options for chinese food as well. Also great customer service. 10/10 recommended.“

“Wonderful experience and delicious food!“

“The food here is really good. I wish there were more options of rolls that I could order that didn't have spicy stuff all over it. But there are a few that I like. The prices are very high to the point of where I wouldn't come here regularly. Also, note that when you dine in, they add 18% gratuity to all dine in checks, regardless of party size.“

“I'm from NY/NJ and can be pretty critical of food from out of state. However, the food here exceeded my expectations. The service was above average and the atmosphere was great. I tried to visit again over Labor Day weekend, but it was packed and I know why! This is definitely a place I'll visit again when in town.“

“We had an amazing experience at Kodo Hibachi Sushi Lounge! The food was fresh and delicious. The staff was super friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was clean and welcoming. Definitely one of our favorite spots — we’ll be coming back soon!“