50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Clackamas

“It is a quaint little joint with a very authentic atmosphere. I called in my order and it was ready to go after calling 8 minutes prior. This establishment does it right as far as teryaki chicken is concerned. Price was right and the food was delicious. Can only imagine that evrything else is just as good. Go give it a try. Tell em James sent you. Maybe they will give you a dollar off? 😉“

“I love Joy Teriyaki! When you walk in you first notice their beautiful plants displayed so beautifully. The guy that took our order was just so nice and the food was over the top yummy. They even have cute little things you can purchase, as I did, my little cat, hand made out of wool. I will return soon.“

“I must say I was pleasantly surprised at how good this place is. Wow! The food is delicious! I travel a lot because I'm a trucker, and I'm always disappointed at how bad the food is at most restaurants I visit, so I was not expecting this place to be good.. but, I was wrong.. excellent food.“

“I had a great experience here! As a mom of a toddler they got me a high chair before I even sat down. The portions were great and I’m a vegetarian and they had options ! 10/10 would recommend!“

“the cook was absolutely amazing“

“Lillia Comedor provided excellent food with wonderful inventive flair as to ingredients and sauces and overall food presentation. Service was both very efficient and very friendly/ pleasant without being overly intrusive. Portions from the Chef's menu were reasonable even for big eaters such as myself. We understood that the quality of the restaurant required a high level of expense vis a vis the quality of the food artistry and the ingredients used as well as the level of service. Thus we had no issues with the price points of the food. However, unless they manage some national write up's such as Kann, which has roughly same price level ( maybe even a little higher) has received I worry that the Portland dining population may not find it accessible given the large number of chef owned mid priced (entrees $25-35) restaurants, which not of quite the same quality are often quite good. So it would be a shame as Lillia Comedor is a gem worth the expense if one's budget can afford it.“

“Excellent! Fast, friendly service and absolutely delicious food. We had the tempura udon and curry plate. We also enjoyed the sake flight. Cannot wait to go back.“

“Really delicious, and so happy to have a Japanese sandwich cart in Portland. I loved the Pork katsu!“

“I picked a lunch spot on a total whim after flying in from Texas, then discovered the best comfort karē outside of Japan. Absolutely incredible, rich flavors that speak for themselves. Nothing is hidden or muddled; the recipe is full bodied, served insanely quick, and with the hospitality of an old friend you haven't seen in years (big shoutout to one-man army Mr. Makoto Yoshino). If you're a veteran that's ever been stationed in Japan, pair this up with Jinro and a Page 11 and it's like you're back in Oki! Seriously though, food was so good I had a borderline religious experience. 11/10 I'll always come here when I visit Portland.“

“The husband and I were on a ramen rampage, and the weather was our perfect excuse. Then, out of nowhere, we stumbled upon this restaurant. The service was spot-on, the food arrived in record time, and that ramen? Sheer perfection. The broth was a flavor bomb, the chashu was tender and divine, and those noodles? Freshly made and sublime. We left feeling like we just discovered ramen nirvana.“

“Dinner was amazing. Staff was amazing. just AMAZING. My son took me as a surprise while visiting him from FL. Thank you for making this moment for us. 5 star!“

“Food was yum, friendly environment and great hospitality.“

“The hand rolled California roll was delicious and so was the gyoza“

“Excellent food and customer service!

My fiance and I drove to Portland for the day and made the last minute decision to try out a sushi place. Hana Sushi and Izakaya Pearl turned out to be a lovely surprise.

Food was quick and fun as it was distributed on a conveyor belt. We did also order from the menu (a fried tuna roll) which was also fantastic.

For drinks we got the Vietnamese Iced Coffee, one with brown sugar pearls, coconut milk and Oreos and the other with just oat milk and Oreos. The drink customization was an awesome surprise--definitely order a drink from them as it will not disappoint!

We will definitely come again if we are ever in the Portland area.“

“This is the spot! The food is delicious , the restaurant is clean and comforting , and the family who owns this spot are the SWEETEST people ever .“

“This authentic Japanese restaurant not only serves the best traditional Japanese sushi, nigiri and also some new fusion like Portland Hanabi, Aji 3 ways … we had a great meal and forgot to take pictures! Will definitely come back!“

“Excellent pho place close to home. The owner Hung is such a nice guy and always happy to see us back to the restaurant. Their grilled pork vermicelli bowl is so packed with pork that just fill you up.
Just tried their special Pho King bowl at $16.50 the best price around. Happy to support the local restaurant.“

“Super nice counterstaff, delicious takeaway food in a tiny hole in the wall kitchen. Bring a bag and be prepared to eat elsewhere, and watch your step inside there is an unexpected little step just inside the door so be careful entering and exiting! One party at a time, it is a really tiny little place... But you'll be glad you stopped by 😃“

“Great Sushi and Phenomenal Service❣️“

“Everything. This is not just going to dinner. This is a dining experience. It’s a small reserved venue. Yes it’s spendy, but worth every penny. You’ll try food you never thought you try. The mostly seafood menu it so well prepared. Plus you can watch the prepared each course. A fun night.“

“Had a great lunch here while visiting from out of state. The chicken teriyaki plate portion was generous, the sticky rice was excellent, and the chicken itself had great flavor. What really made the visit was the cook coming out to check on us and chat, such a nice, personal touch. Will definitely be back next time we’re in town!“

“We love this place! We eat here regularly, and truly enjoy the food, cocktails, service, and ambiance. The black cod miso yaki is our favorite dish - it's delicious and I highly recommend it. The veggie and shrimp tempura is the best I've ever had, with an interesting mix of eggplant, mushrooms, squash, lotus root, and onions - all lightly battered and served with a delightful dipping sauce (pour the dipping sauce on the black cod, it's so good). The cocktails, especially the Japanese 75 and the shiso gin drink (I can't think of the name), are well-balanced and mixed properly, and are very yummy. I tell everyone I know to try this place! Some of the food can seem adventurous if you're not familiar with Japanese fare, but it's all delicious and beautifully presented. Finally, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the owner is a very sweet and funny lady. All around, Sushi Kuni is a great dining experience and I highly recommend checking it out.“

“Absolutely delicious! This is a restaurant operated by a Japanese chef and both the food and service feels very authentic.

I loved my salmon & salmon roe donburi and am so glad I decided to eat here before my long drive back home!“

“A good place to eat and in downtown Portland on me 21“

“Just moved into the area, decided this would be my first cart I'd try. They do chicken and they do it well! Reasonably priced. Reasonably generous portions of proteins. My only suggestion is cut salad and add more rice! However this is merely a matter of opinion. The important part is the chicken portions are extremely generous. It's delicious and I'm sure I will return! Salad was well dressed without drenching it, potstickers were neither too crispy or soggy, just right. Well done!“

“I'm a new fan! Best sushi in Portland! Also the service was incredible. Now in my top five favorites�“

“best salmon and squid salad ever!“

“I have been going here eating in person and doing take out for at least 15 years. In all those years I have never been disappointed. The food is excellent and the service to match. The prices have barely changed in all this time with portions being consistent and great value. Two can easily eat here for $30 or less leaving full and happy. Highly recommended to anyone.“

“So I exclusively get tamagos from here but they are very tasty.

I tend to order anywhere from 2-4 max at a time with two tamagos in each order.
(We •used• to order around 6-12 max orders at a time (yes this does in fact mean I would devour 24 tamagos over the course of 2 days. it’s a safe food for me) because they are so good but they raised the prices when the egg prices jumped up in 2025 and never really brought it back down which made that kinda more unsustainable for such a large order so now we rocking the 2-4 count.)

the tamagos are consistent in texture and taste and have never failed to delight me.

The staff is kind and efficient (They sometimes put smiley faces on your takeout box which is cute) and offer miso (both spicy and not) soup while you wait which was very important in the winter cold for making the wait bearable.

My housemate has had a variety of their other sushi’s and has never been disappointed by the quality or taste. This Shushi cart is overall very affordable for the sushi’s they get and it’s their favorite place to get sushi from (which is also their favorite kind of food) so it’s recommended by multiple members of my house.“

“Great sushi! I love going here. The fish is always fresh and you can really taste the quality in every bite. The menu has a nice variety, whether you’re in the mood for classic rolls or something a little more unique. Everything is well-prepared and full of flavor. The atmosphere is welcoming and makes it an easy spot to relax and enjoy a meal. It’s become one of my go-to places for consistently great sushi.“

“Amazing sushi and good flavor“

“This hands down is one of my favorite restaurants in Portland OR. It the same quality of other top spots in the US like Nobu , O-Ya , and Morimoto . The location is perfect located in the Pearl district. The chefs are high quality and the fish is extremely fresh. They have a great but simple flavor approach. The service is warm, helpful, and appreciative. I always ask for Joy as she is a true professional and loves providing an exceptional experience on every visit.“

“I love me some teriyaki bowl, and because I am on the road all day with my job, I get the opportunity to try several different restaurants on a monthly basis. This is one of the best, and Jonathan and his team make fantastic food and have created a very friendly environment. I will definitely be returning.“

“Great food, fast service and great atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“Great Sushi.. must eat place.“

“Hachi is a perfectly fine, if not outstanding, sushi place. Food-wise, the standout for me was the yellowtail collar, which was bigger and more delicious than we’ve had. But that’s not why I’m posting this review.

Thanks to my wife flagging down a perfectly delightful replacement waiter to order from (thus the five stars for service), we were spared an evening of enduring what may have been a bottom five waiter for me. Before she did, we were confronted with a so-very-cool waiter who stood next to our polite, engaged party of six throwing sour ‘I can’t be bothered’ vibes, without so much as making eye contact with ANY of us (no exaggeration).

To the owners of Hachi; this hire was a mistake. Some people simply aren’t cut out for the service industry, and this guy was exactly wrong for the job. My suggestion is let him go or maybe change the name of the restaurant to 'Sushi and Attitude.' Having him on staff can only tell guests you don’t give a damn about them enjoying their experience in your place.“

“Yami sushi is easily the best all-around Asian food that you can get in Portland and their difference is in the small detail of each dish, every presentation. Each sushi roll is jampacked with flavor and bursting with ingredients in a perfect harmony and presentation. You can really tell the love that the chefs put into every single roll that they make. The quantity is also very generous, and portions will put you in a satisfying coma afterwards. They have a lot of various menu items, none of which you can go wrong with selecting. Whether that’s noodles, soups, rice dishes, sushi rolls, or the underrated appetizer/starters (spicy edamame 🔥, seaweed salad, tempura) and desserts ( Bing Soo is better than any standalone place in Portland ). They also have a lot of interesting beverage and alcoholic choices. The environment is very family run and cozy, and the real beautiful orchids and plant decorations on each table are very nice touch. The soy sauce is also handmade? I could drink a whole bottle.

The service is always very warm, welcoming and responsive. They take care of you right and it doesn’t take much to feel familiar.

Shout out to the kalbi item on the menu, which is also better than any Korean restaurant I’ve been to in Portland. A place full of hidden gems and lovely individuals working hard in their community.

Tastes like the Korean home I know and love.“

“High quality jet fresh seafood from Tokyo“

“Been around since I was a kid and still the most authentic sushi place in Portland. They've got rolls for both the western sushi audience (tons of fillings and toppings) and absolutely BEAUTIFUL fish for the more simple and classic sushi. It can get pricy depending on your appetite, but for the $40 range it's basically unbeatable“

“Walk-up to order and pay before eating was nice so we didn't have to wait for a check to leave. The man at the counter was polite. Food was super yummy and my 6 year old said so and she is pretty picky so that's saying something... She also loved the cherry blossom tree and pretty lights they had set up. Very cute“

“I've been eating here since 2015 and ABSOLUTELY LOVE this place. Top notch sushi with a wonderful staff. This is my 1st choice place for sushi in Portland Oregon“

“I went here for the first time tonight (Friday, 6/30) at 5:15 PM. It was fabulous! Our server went out of the way with us, including looking into different types of tequila they have so my mom could have the perfect margarita. The food came out very quickly, our water was always full, and the ambiance was great. We had delicious chicken gyoza, shrimp gyoza, ebi tem, and chicken karaage don. It's some of the best Japanese food we've had in the Happy Valley/Clackamas area in a long time. We will definitely be back!“

“What a great time! Love this place. Makes me feel so at home.“

“Loved it! Had a really good night out on the town!“

“AMAZING to say the least. The atmosphere, the staff, the food and the music were perfect ✨ I will definitely be back“

“I can’t believe it took us so long to come try out Muteki! The decor is so cute, but most importantly their food goes CRAZY- I was so excited to try I forgot to take a pic before having a few bites of the black garlic ramen hahaha. The noodles are nice and thick with a good bite, and the chashu pork is thick cut and pre seared- it’s SO good!

I also have to say that I saw a review dinging the prices- their bowls def cost a couple bucks more than other spots, but I’d have to argue that it’s fully worth the price both in value and quantity. They’re practically pho bowls, and on top of that they do NOT hold back on toppings. We each got a full egg instead of just a half, and SO much pork! Also plenty of bamboo shoots and mushrooms to enjoy 🥰 Realistically we could have split one bowl and still been full. I’m stoked to come back and try their dumplings next time!

The one thing to note- if you park in the parking lot by Red Robin you’ll be able to enter through that side, but there isn’t a door chime to let the staff know someone’s arrived. We showed up while it was slow, so we crossed the restaurant to open the front door to let them know we were here and someone immediately came to seat us, but if we hadn’t done that they may have not realized we were there right away!“

“Bellissimo locale,pulito,presentazione dei piatti ottima così come il cibo.“

“I randomly found this spot and im so happy I did! The food is incredible and flavorful~ the shrimp rolls are stuffed with shrimp and super fresh~ the prices are extremely reasonable! I will definitely be coming back and definitely recommend!“

“The food is amazing. The service is fast. I always get the chicken teriyaki and look at that picture. That's straight up food nc-17 adult content. When chicken and rice and vegetables love each other very much, they do a very special hug..... and it comes from Mashitas. I can't recommend enough. A++++++“

“Absolutely one of my favorite teriyaki spots near Portland! The incredibly kind and welcoming lady that works the chash register members my order every time!! That kind of customer service is rare and it doesn't hurt the food/ portions are great.“