Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Houston

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Japanese cuisine in Houston? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Hachi Sushi

4.9

4.9 (59)

$50 and over

Japanese

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

Hachi Sushi Restaurant, specializing in Omakase while offering a full menu. Hachi is situated in the vibrant Houston Galleria area, is a premier destination for sushi aficionados and those who appreciate the art of authentic Japanese cuisine. At Hachi, the focus is on delivering the freshest fish while creating an elevated dining experience. We offer a truly unique dining experience with our signature Omakase menu, where our ingredients are flown in directly from the renowned Toyosu and Tsukiji fish markets in Japan. The word "Omakase" means "I leave the details up to you" in Japanese, and it encapsulates the essence of dining at Hachi—an experience where the chef takes you on a culinary journey, creating each dish with skill, artistry, and deep knowledge of Japanese tradition.

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TramVIP

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

We had an enjoyable lunch experience with exceptional customer service. Diễm was our waitress.

KUU Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (1189)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Westside

About the restaurant

Former Nobu London Chef Adison Lee brings his imagination to life with his restaurant KUU in Houston. Chef Adison Lee uses unique flavor combinations to take you on a journey of culinary excellence. Features a seasonal menu and responsibly fished seafood from local fishermen and the world famous Tsukiji Fish Market in Japan. KUU is committed to serving small, sharable plates with stimulating flavors and plating. Our devotion to responsibly sourcing our products shows through the ever evolving seasonal menu. KUU will be offering an extensive list of imported sakes and wines along with our hand crafted cocktail menu by our mixologist.

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William

Dined on May 17, 2025

The duck and the lobster were both somewhat tough. The shrimp was excellent.

Himari

4.7

4.7 (96)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Himari is a vibrant and modern sushi bar in Houston, Texas. Known for its friendly service and inviting atmosphere, Himari offers a diverse menu featuring high-quality sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese delights. With a focus on fresh ingredients and skillful preparation, Himari promises a memorable dining experience for sushi lovers and those new to Japanese cuisine.

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Matthew

Dined today

It was our first time eating at Himari, we sat at the sushi bar and ordered the omakase. We ended up adding a couple of additional crudo dishes but only because everything else was so good! Special shout out to the Himari team, as we were celebrating our anniversary they gave us a couple pieces of nigiri that were to die for!

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Happy Hour Menu

Doko

4.8

4.8 (74)

$50 and over

Japanese

Montrose

About the restaurant

A Japanese-centric approach to food: blending the core flavors and ingredients of various cuisines with Japanese culinary techniques, presentation, and sensibilities. This fusion could manifest in several ways, including ingredient selection, preparation methods, and aesthetic considerations.

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VirginiaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing variety of flavors in their dishes. So delicious and fun! Thank you!

Aya Sushi

4.8

4.8 (209)

$50 and over

Japanese

Bellaire

About the restaurant

A fresh, modern sushi experience in the Bellaire Triangle featuring innovative Japanese cuisine from reknowned chef Yoshi Katsuyama.

Guests can expect to enjoy fresh fish daily in a vairety of nigiri, maki, and sashimi preparations alongside traditional Japanese favorites from the kitchen. Aya features an innovative cocktail program, as well as an extensive selection of wine, sake, and Japanese whisky.

For the full Aya experience, enjoy chef's multi-course omakase option alongside hand-selected pairings including sake and wine.

With limited seating capacity, we reserve the sushi bar exclusively for omakase at this time. To book your sushi bar experience, please inquire via email: reservations@ayasushi.com

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AmyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Terrific sushi and sashimi in Bellaire. Happy hour is a bargain.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Willowbrook, TX | Commons at Willowbrook

4.6

4.6 (255)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Tomball

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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JohnVIP

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

It was an amazing time, will come back for sure !!

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Benihana - Sugar Land, TX

4.7

4.7 (2458)

$30 and under

Japanese

Sugar Land

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Nick

Dined 3 days ago

Been going there since they opened many years ago and food has always been outstanding and the staff and show is great. Would highly recommend them.

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$39 TASTE OF BENIHANA

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SIP INTO SUMMER

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WAGYU OF THE WORLD MENU

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Midtown

4.6

4.6 (460)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

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CandeVIP

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Always yummy and filling! So many options and flavors to choose from.

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Bar Doko

4.8

4.8 (32)

$50 and over

Japanese

Montrose

About the restaurant

Bar Doko is an homage to the bar and cocktail culture in the birthplace of Japanese bartending — Ginza, Tokyo. Our experience is deeply rooted in Omotenashi, a philosophy of attentive and wholehearted hospitality. We only have 16 seats so be sure to make a reservation. Business casual dress is encouraged.

Should your plans change, please call us or use the OpenTable app to cancel. A no-show fee of $25 per person may apply.

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ShaliniVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Creative cocktails in a beautiful, cozy room. Can’t wait to go back.

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Handies Douzo Pop-Up

Azumi - Houston

4.7

4.7 (172)

$31 to $50

Japanese

River Oaks

About the restaurant

Azumi brings an uncompromising commitment to Japanese cuisine, with a diverse menu focusing on upscale dishes and high-end ingredients. Highlighted by an impressive sushi program, Azumi’s menu is perfectly complemented by a hot kitchen menu featuring authentic Japanese entrees.

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NafisatVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Always have a great time at this place. I admire the consistency in their food and drinks, as well as the creativity in their dishes. Will forever keep coming back!

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