Japanese restaurants in Brisbane
Omakase counters, kappo rooms, and yakitori bars. Brisbane's Japanese scene has spent a decade finding its confidence. Our listings centre on Fortitude Valley, Spring Hill and the city, with more on the southside. This guide is being expanded.
Casual sushi dinners
Sushi Train Underwood
A casual Japanese sushi-train option at Underwood Central.
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Wara Sushi Cornubia
Sushi, donburi, and Japanese hot meals at Cornubia in Loganholme.
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Honto
Contemporary Japanese dining in a hidden Fortitude Valley setting.
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Komeyui
Japanese restaurant and sushi bar on Wharf Street, Spring Hill.
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Mobo
Izakaya-style Japanese dining in Kangaroo Point.
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Shared Japanese plates
NIIWA
A Japanese restaurant and izakaya on James Street, with sushi, robata, yakitori and banquets.
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Ramen Danbo Sunnybank Hills
Fukuoka-style tonkotsu ramen with customisable bowls in Sunnybank Hills.
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Sono Japanese Restaurant
Japanese dining at Portside Wharf, Hamilton.
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Dinner bookings
Sushi Room
Refined Japanese dining at The Calile Hotel.
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Yoko Dining
Contemporary izakaya-style dining along the Brisbane River at Howard Smith Wharves.
Explore Yoko DiningWhere can I find strong Japanese dining in Brisbane?
Our Japanese listings are mostly in Fortitude Valley, Spring Hill and Brisbane City, with more in Sunnybank Hills, Underwood and Loganholme. Formats range from sushi counters to casual Japanese dining.
Is there omakase dining in Brisbane?
Yes. Several venues publish omakase-style and chef-led seasonal menus; hours and formats vary, so confirm on official venue pages.
What's the difference between omakase and kappo?
Omakase is a set chef's menu with no choices; kappo is a more interactive counter format where you can often make requests. Both involve the chef cooking in front of you.
Do Brisbane Japanese restaurants offer good value?
Izakaya-style venues often suit share plates and sake. Fine-dining Japanese pricing varies; compare menus directly with each venue.