48 Best Japanese Restaurants in Raleigh

1 Sono Sushi

4.6 Superb 475 Reviews

319 Fayetteville Street Suite 101, Raleigh

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“We ordered the classic spicy tuna roll and the Tonkotsu ramen, and the ramen absolutely blew us away! The spicy tuna roll was nice and tasty, though relatively small. But the ramen? Extremely flavorful. The combination of the rich broth and the mouthwatering veggies was incredible, and it was so filling all at the same time. This is definitely one of my new favorite spots for ramen. Highly recommend!”

2 Yatai Sushi & Taco Bar

4.6 Superb 197 Reviews

500 East Davie Street Ste 108, Raleigh

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“Inside a cute little food hall, this place makes their corner feel like an authentic sushi bar with plenty of seating, English subtitled anime playing, and an excellent music selection (I may be biased; I went on October 24th and they were playing good Halloween music and Dragon Ball Super). Despite going on a Saturday during lunch I didn't have trouble finding a seat. But also. The food. I got the salmon chiraishi and it was excellent. Your pickled radish was still crunchy, the salmon was perfect, the rice was perfectly cooked. They also have tacos and other Tex Nex offerings in addition to the Japanese menu. 10/10 absolutely fantastic”

3 O-Ku

4.6 Superb 994 Reviews

411 West Hargett Street, Raleigh

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“First visit with the kids and it was amazing. The staff were all great and the food was beyond amazing 🤩. I will definitely be back and will bring more people with me.”

4 Sushi Mon

4.6 Superb 330 Reviews

3800 Glenwood Avenue Suite 100, Raleigh

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“Made us something not on the menu and it was on the house! Waitstaff was very friendly :)”

5 Mizu Sushi Steak Seafood

4.5 Superb 258 Reviews

10750 Wakefield Commons Drive Suite 101, Raleigh

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“Was solid and Abby was a beautiful and attentive waitress.”

6 DAIJOBU

4.6 Superb 128 Reviews

170 East Davie Street, Raleigh

“This is one of the few places in downtown Raleigh where you can both eat a full meal and also relax and talk without feeling rushed. Excellent quality food, fast service. Atmosphere is relaxed and cool. The crunchy rice with spicy tuna is the perfect appetizer. Ramen broth has amazing flavor and spice. Very solid for date night or as a small group”

7 Kokoro Ramen and Izakaya

4.7 Superb 68 Reviews

200 East Martin Street, Raleigh

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“Delicious food! Best donuts I’ve ever had! It’s a very busy restaurant but they are working super hard and service isn’t slow. We loved the cozy atmosphere. It’s a little loud, I wish they would turn down the music We will be returning for sure!”

8 Hayashi Japanese Restaurant

4.3 Superb 240 Reviews

13200 Falls of Neuse Road Ste 105, Raleigh

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“Ventured out from our normal sushi mainstay to try something new, based on something we saw on Instagram. It turned out to be a fantastic choice. Upon arrival, there was a buzz and you got the sense this was anymore traditional restaurant versus those that position themselves as trendy. There was an electricity in the air and the sound of a bell being rung whenever someone leaves a tip at the bar. We ordered the omakase. The chef personally came out to speak with us, explaining the courses, and asking about allergies. Then our journey began. We had six courses of 16 nigiri and 5 rolls the chef created for the evening. Every piece was a feast for the eyes and a treat for the taste buds. You knew it was fresh just by sight, but it all came together when you slid them in your pinhole. All in all, this was an excellent first impression. I will return and explore the menu. My only negative is very personal, because I'm a lazy driver and would prefer a closer location. Cheers!”

9 Ajisai

4.2 Good 405 Reviews

427 Woodburn Road, Raleigh

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“Phenomenal experience. Everything is amazing. We ate sushi, sashimi and many other options from the large selection on the menu. Everything is fresh and made to order. It way better than buffet style. We have been here 2 times in one week and will be back again very soon.”

10 Orchid Japanese Restaurant

4.2 Good 371 Reviews

7432 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh

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“Great food and excellent service and all you can eat for under $20”

11 Ton Noodles

4.7 Superb 209 Reviews

8711 Six Forks Road Suite 101, Raleigh

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“My Mom and I were in this part of the Research Triangle Park (RTP) area taking care of some administrative work and decided to treat ourselves to noodles afterward. Ton Noodles came up in our search, and it certainly deserves its high rating! We sat outside and enjoyed the lovely, relaxed atmosphere. Although the restaurant is located in a strip mall, the outdoor setting is surprisingly idyllic and peaceful. I ordered a pork ramen dish, which I promptly wolfed down, while my Mom thoroughly enjoyed her vegetarian noodles. We even brought the leftovers home to make sure we did the food justice! 😊 The service was equally delightful. Our server was warm, friendly, and attentive, serving our food with a genuine smile. A little kindness goes a long way, and it made the experience that much more enjoyable. Overall, a wonderful little discovery. We would absolutely visit again. Thank you, Ton Noodles, for a lovely meal and a very pleasant experience! 💗”

12 Oishii Kitchen

4.7 Superb 41 Reviews

6008 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh

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“I had a favorite ramen place that I go to.....but this might be the one lol! The ramen taste just like straight from Japan! The fact that I'm half Japanese and always eat ramen Everytime I go to Japan, this is hands down just like it. I will come here again when I make my trips to Raleigh and my son has made it his favorite spot as well. The employees there are nice, it's clean and quiet. Love it!”

13 Okome House

4.2 Good 247 Reviews

4551 New Bern Avenue Suite 130, Raleigh

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“Omar, Daniel, all of the Staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed, staff was friendly attentive and professional, Food was delicious, wings are always excellent, especially for a Sushi spot better than some chicken restaurants, Sushi and all the dishes were brought out timely, this spot is a hidden gem and I doubt you’ll be disappointed, please be courteous and enjoy 5 stars every single time”

14 Sake House

4.2 Good 244 Reviews

1141 Falls River Avenue Suite 128, Raleigh

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“My husband almost moved to Raleigh when we were engaged because of Sake House. Both our families & his job being in Virginia tipped the scale in that direction, but not by much. The sushi is excellent”

15 Japan XO

4.2 Good 142 Reviews

7811 Middle Poyner Drive Ste 101, Raleigh

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“I got the steak and shrimp hibachi and my wife got two types of sushi. All of the food was exceptional which surprised me because the place is a hole in the wall basically. It has 3 non-cushioned booths and some bar stools. They give you the food in take out bags which I thought was weird since they knew we were going to eat there. No public restroom. The lady that took our order was nice but English was definitely not her main language so fyi if that bothers you. I don’t care either way.”

16 Hibachi Bowl

4.1 Good 166 Reviews

8109 Fayetteville Road Suite 129, Raleigh

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“This has been my go-to hibachi place for years!! The chicken hibachi with rice is really good and I like that they offer a spicy version as well. The girl at the front, Gabi, is really welcoming and always makes sure we have everything we need.”

17 uglyfish.

4.8 Superb 101 Reviews

4701 Atlantic Avenue Suite 129, Raleigh

“Uglyfish is a restaurant you'd never expect to be this good just by looking at it from the outside, but once you step inside, you quickly realize why so many people are raving about it! I tried so many different things, including the nigiri sampler, a variety of hand rolls, sushi, tuna guac, and more. One of my favorite bites was definitely the tuna guac... it was incredibly fresh and delicious! I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying even more. I definitely recommend this spot if you're a sushi lover like me!”

18 K-Town Market (Kim's Asian Market) | Asian grocery store, Korean food NC

4.5 Superb 207 Reviews

6014 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh

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“Had an amazing real good food just like at my friends house :) brings me back. Market I loved got more than I wanted :)”

19 Waraji Japanese Restaurant

4.3 Superb 840 Reviews

5910-147 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh

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“Wonderful place for Dinner”

20 Hibachi 88

4.1 Good 21 Reviews

4544 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh

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“Saw this new place that recently opened while visiting my cousin in town, so we decided to give it a try—and I’m so glad we did! The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. Everything we ordered was really well-prepared, and the portions were generous too. The whole experience was great, and it’s definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area. I’ll absolutely be back next time I visit my cousin!”

21 Carolina Sushi and Roll

4.5 Superb 183 Reviews

5951 Poyner Village Parkway Suite 107, Raleigh

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“They use the best Quality Food and always have stellar service, super clean too!”

22 Tenko Japan

4.0 Good 159 Reviews

4040 Ed Drive, Raleigh

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“Always delicious. Great, low priced options. We tend to utilize Uber Eats or take out, and the food is always fresh, great portion sizes and delicious. Go ahead and get the big sides of sauce if you're getting to go for multiple people. I will remain a huge fan and loyal customer of this spot.”

23 Tenko Japan

3.9 Good 114 Reviews

6325 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh

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“Sneaky good hibachi at a decent price. I've been going to Tenko (Neuse and Ed locations) for over a decade and the menu and ingredients have stayed the same, something that can be rare to find in the takeout game. Don't sleep on the print-out-only coupon on their website!”

24 The Katsu

3.8 Good 82 Reviews

411 West Morgan Street, Raleigh

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“On a motorcycle ride and decided to stop and grab some food and take a break. Trying a new thing and bought the creamy ramen chicken soup. I actually liked it and loved the egg, corn and seaweed addition. Tried this at Morgan St Food Hall. Will be back again! Free water and cup pitcher. Atmosphere was live last night. Pretty crowded and bar was packed. Parking deck is on the same block.”

25 Umami Japanese Steakhouse Sushi

3.9 Good 303 Reviews

8411 Brier Creek Parkway Suite 105, Raleigh

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“Since moving from NY to NC, I've been looking for a really good Japanese Steak place like a Benihana or, where I came from on Long Island, we had a place called Shiro's. I found the food at Umanmi to be excellent...and, plan to go back soon.”

26 Tasu Asian Bistro

3.9 Good 378 Reviews

8919 Brier Creek Parkway Suite 109, Raleigh

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“Best hidden gem. Amazing food and super friendly staff. We’ll be back soon!”

27 Neo Hibachi

4.5 Superb 79 Reviews

424 East Six Forks Road Ste 113, Raleigh

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“This place has really good Hibachi. i would highly recommend it. the yum yum sauce is homemade and is outstanding. I'll keep coming back.”

28 Sushi-Thai Raleigh

4.2 Good 482 Reviews

2434 Wycliff Road, Raleigh

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“Fast service. Lovely surroundings, beautiful carved tables and great good.”

29 Sushi One

4.2 Good 425 Reviews

8470 Honeycutt Road, Raleigh

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“good food. sat outside, nice atmosphere”

30 Nc Japan Express

3.7 Good 112 Reviews

9660 Falls of Neuse Road Suite 147, Raleigh

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“Nice place. Fried dumplings were so good.”

31 Hibachi 88

3.6 Good 83 Reviews

6213 Rock Quarry Road Suite 116, Raleigh

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“absolutely delicious, the food was perfectly seasoned and so so good also the staff was very helpful, especially Emily, with recommending dishes that fit my likings all in all it is a very clean, sweet, and cute establishment 10/10 recommend”

32 Kazu Hibachi

4.3 Superb 150 Reviews

8111-149 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh

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“Total Gem! The best Hibachi place in town. Either to eat there or order to-go is always good. Great quality, flavor and value! I've tried multiple dishes and they are all good. Hibachi (any), yaki soba noodles (steak), bah mi pork is delicious too!”

33 Kai Sushi & Sake Bar

4.2 Good 214 Reviews

7713 Lead Mine Road Suite 11, Raleigh

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“Everything the server crew was amazing”

34 Hako Sushi | Japanese • Hibachi

4.0 Good 136 Reviews

2603 Glenwood Avenue Suite 155, Raleigh

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“Very good food and friendly relaxing awesome etc”

35 Kim's Restaurant at Kim's Asian Market

4.2 Good 106 Reviews

6014 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh

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“It is located In a grocery store. Food is very fresh and home-made style. Ordered two dishes. Waited for about 15-20 minutes. A little bit long but you can see they are cooking inside. I am not sure if it is authentic, but definitely fresh and delicious, and healthy. Will go again.”

36 Little Tokyo

3.2 Average 55 Reviews

Raleigh

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“I've been to this restaurant a few times in the past month. The store itself is not all that glamorous, it's a bit unassuming I would say. However the food and service is exceptional. I really enjoyed both the dragon roll and the crab tempura roll when I had them and after recently trying both their Korean style honey glazed and sweet & spicy chicken. I can safely say this has now become my go-to place for fried chicken (if you haven't had Korean fried chicken, definitely check it out).”

37 Hibachi Japan

3.6 Good 170 Reviews

4001 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

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“Great Lunch option! I get the lunch boxes for my employees and they all like how meaty and filling it is.”

38 Hibachi & Company

3.4 Good 127 Reviews

2316 Hillsborough Street suite 106, Raleigh

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“There is not a tastier or healthier option for the money in Raleigh. The lunch deal is less than $10 with a drink and includes delicious meat and veggies! Their sauces are fabulous! So is the service. It's a fast-food setting but fun, especially upstairs.”

39 Kanki - North Market Square

3.7 Good 326 Reviews

1603 North Market Drive, Raleigh

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“Love it the people was nice food was great”

40 Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi

3.7 Good 560 Reviews

4500 Old Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

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“Love it the people was nice food was great”

41 Kanki Japanese House of Steaks and Sushi

3.7 Good 586 Reviews

4325 Glenwood Avenue Suite 1070, Raleigh

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“Awesome customer service. Dining in at the bar or to go orders. Always come to this location for the past 12 years they are the best.”

42 Chopstix

3.8 Good 210 Reviews

5607 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh

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“eggplant in garlic sauce was delicious, spicy too!”

43 Yoho: Hibachi & Sushi Burrito

3.6 Good 80 Reviews

411 West Morgan Street Ste 102, Raleigh

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“The Spicy crab with Sriracha was amazing. I'll definitely be back.”

44 ShabaShabu

3.8 Good 382 Reviews

3080 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh

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“Walking into this restaurant/new coffee bar, felt like walking in being greeted by family. The food was amazing, and fresh! The have some great community art plans for the restaurant!!! I highly recommend for atmosphere, food quality, and ambience.”

45 Hibachi 88

3.4 Good 89 Reviews

8410 Louisburg Rd Ste 110, Raleigh

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“Tried this place first time today. Food was awesome. Got the steak hibachi and wife got the vegetable hibachi . Also got the spring rolls which were super hot and great. Both plates were great and nice and hot with great flavor. Rice was nice and fluffy not a ball stuck together. Great place for hibachi and Owner is a super nice guy. Will be back soon.”

46 Sushi Blues Cafe

3.7 Good 471 Reviews

301 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh

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“Great sushi, drinks and atmosphere”

47 Hibachi 101

3.2 Average 233 Reviews

7870 Alexander Prom Place Suite 100, Raleigh

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“Enter Hibachi 101. High pitched Asian noises greet you as you place your order for Hibachi that absolutely slaps. The inside is unassuming but why are you here??!?? To get a massage? No. You are here for the Hibachi, now eat it. The Vegies are also very good. Yumyum sauce = yumyumyummy”

48 Hibachi Sushi

3.5 Good 228 Reviews

3217 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh

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“My favorite place to buy Sushi!! It's not the fanciest place but the quality of the food is very good, which is what matters most to me. Staff is always polite and welcoming. I am and will continue to be a regular customer.”