Bangkok's Japanese dining scene is among the strongest outside Japan. The city attracts top Japanese chefs and sushi masters who bring authentic Edomae techniques, premium imported fish, and exacting standards to their Bangkok outposts. From intimate omakase counters serving seasonal nigiri flown in from Tsukiji to lively izakayas and ramen shops, there is a Japanese restaurant for every occasion and budget. The Sukhumvit corridor, particularly between Soi 22 and Soi 55, is the heart of Bangkok's Japanese dining district, with dozens of options ranging from Michelin-starred sushi to neighborhood yakitori joints. This guide covers the best Japanese restaurants in the city.
5 restaurants listed
Intimate omakase counter helmed by a Japanese master chef using premium fish flown in from Tokyo's markets. Sushi Masato offers a refined Edomae sushi experience with meticulous attention to rice preparation, fish aging, and seasonal ingredients. Reservations essential.
📍 Sukhumvit Soi 31, Wattana, Bangkok 10110
🕐 Tue-Sun 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Bangkok outpost of the Michelin-starred Tokyo original. Ginza Sushi Ichi offers an authentic high-end omakase experience with fish sourced from Toyosu Market. The sleek counter seating and expert itamae make it one of the top Japanese restaurants in Southeast Asia.
📍 Gaysorn Tower, Ratchadamri Road, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
🌐 https://ginza-sushiichi.jp/english/shop/bangkok.html
🕐 Daily 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
A beloved izakaya-style restaurant on Sukhumvit Soi 31 that blends Japanese technique with creative Thai and international influences. Isao is famous for its inventive small plates, consistently excellent sashimi, and the kind of lively atmosphere that makes you want to stay all night.
Neighborhood Japanese restaurant near Sukhumvit Soi 22 popular with the local Japanese community. Kensaku serves reliable sushi, donburi, and set meals at honest prices. The no-frills atmosphere and consistent quality keep it packed during lunch hours.
Miso-focused ramen specialist in the Phrom Phong area serving rich, complex miso broths from three different regional styles. Ramen Misoya imports its miso pastes from Japan and offers a satisfying, affordable bowl of noodles in a cozy shop setting.
📍 Sukhumvit Soi 39 (Phrom Phong), Wattana, Bangkok 10110
🕐 Daily 11:00 AM - 9:30 PM