Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in London

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Updated July 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Japanese cuisine in London? 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!

Luna Omakase

5.0

5 (13)

£41 and over

Japanese

Liverpool Street

About the restaurant

Where Tradition Meets Innovation.

Tucked away within Los Mochis London City, Luna Omakase offers an exclusive and immersive dining experience like no other. As the first omakase in the City, this intimate 12-seat experience redefines Japanese fine dining, striking the perfect balance between tradition and innovation.

Each meticulously crafted course tells a story - blending classic omakase techniques with contemporary creativity. It’s more than just a meal; it’s a curated journey designed to surprise and delight.

We are committed to ensuring that everyone can indulge in our dishes with complete peace of mind, which is why our entire menu is proudly 100% gluten-free and nut-free.

For those seeking an unforgettable culinary experience in the heart of London’s financial district, Luna Omakase delivers exclusivity, artistry, and innovation.

Top review

Dined 6 days ago

Visually stunning, a delicious modern take on Omakase, the wine and sake pairing were thoughtful and well balanced.

Fumiko

4.7

4.7 (108)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Hornchurch

About the restaurant

Fumiko is a fusion Japanese restaurant with a stylish ambiance and a talented team of chefs. We offer a menu that combines traditional Japanese Izakaya dishes with innovative modern twists. Our mixologists create unique blends that combine traditional Japanese flavours with contemporary twists. With impeccable service and a stylish atmosphere, Fumiko is a destination for a unique and unforgettable culinary experience. We offer Live music on every Friday & Bottomless brunch on Saturday Lunch. Come and immerse yourself in our contemporary elegance, where tradition meets innovation.

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jimVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, especially the soft flavourful sashimi and the delicious miso cod. Good range of cocktails server in a fun style

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch & 3 course meal

Experience

Limitless Sushi on every Sunday

Experience

Adult sushi making class & bottomless prosecco

Juno Omakase

4.9

4.9 (98)

£41 and over

Japanese

Notting Hill

About the restaurant

Embracing the idea of "I leave it up to you"

Juno invites you to trust our chef's expertise for a dining experience like no other.

Imagine a place where there's no fixed menu, inspired by the best of Japanese tradition with an innovative Mexican twist, truly pushing the boundaries of what an omakase can be.

With only six seats, Juno transports guests into a magical stage that is as much a performance as it is a meal. Indulge in 15 creative courses crafted by our talented Executive Chef, Leonard Tanyag, with a dedicated sommelier offering exquisite wine, sake, and agave pairings.

Our menu, built daily with fresh seasonal ingredients, is a feast for the senses, while our décor emulates the delicate Japanese artistry, with subtle hints evoking the vibrancy of Mexico.

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zahavaVIP

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

Absolutely exceptional experience! The service, food and atmosphere were just perfect!

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Experience

Juno Omakase

Ukiyo Hand Roll Bar

4.8

4.8 (108)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Covent Garden

About the restaurant

UKIYO [u-key-yo] 世浮 hand roll is taking a different turn on the typical Japanese eatery.
An ultra minimal walk-in, sit at the counter bar type experience focusing on Japanese hand rolls.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful experience! We traveled all the way from Dublin to come back to this gem of a place (we were previously here in December) and it was totally worth the travel! Absolutely loved the whole experience and the food is the best I’ve ever had ❤️

Hanasaki Japanese Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (121)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Fitzrovia

About the restaurant

Welcome to Hanasaki: A Culinary Journey in the Heart of Soho.In the bustling heart of London's Soho Fitzrovia district, an exquisite culinary adventure is about to unfold. Hanasaki, a Japanese restaurant that promises to redefine your dining experience, is eagerly preparing to open its doors and immerse you in the rich tapestry of Japanese flavors.We draw inspiration from the diverse culinary landscapes of Japan, bringing you a menu that reflects the depth and variety of Japanese gastronomy.Hanasaki is not just a restaurant; it's a celebration of Japanese culinary artistry, a fusion of tradition and trend, and soon, it will be a cherished part of Soho's vibrant tapestry. Every detail at Hanasaki is designed to ensure that you savor not just the flavors but the essence of Japan itself.Stay tuned for the grand unveiling, where we invite you to indulge in the extraordinary. Hanasaki awaits, and we can't wait to share the magic with you.

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Charlie

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

Absolutely delicious food and drink. We couldn't fault anything, it all felt such a treat and the service was great. It was fascinating seeing some of the food being made too.

Cubé Mayfair

4.8

4.8 (776)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Mayfair

About the restaurant

Our team of specialists at Cubé strives to deliver exceptional quality, Sushi and Japanese cuisine in the heart of London’s Mayfair.

Our unique space has been crafted to enhance your luxury dining experience.
At Cubé, our Japanese chefs artfully blend authentic cuisine with the finest, locally sourced ingredients to create unforgettable meals.
Furthermore, our passion to serve the finest quality cuisine is deeply rooted in our philosophy.
For instance, we prioritise sourcing high-quality ingredients to ensure that a continuous supply of sustainably sourced produce remains available for future generations.

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RogerVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Simply sublime food and service as usual. Has been and will always be one the best authentic japanese izakayas in London.

Sushi Kyu

4.7

4.7 (70)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Soho

About the restaurant

Sushi Kyu is a hidden gem located in the heart of Soho, London. As a sister restaurant of Cubé, it offers a unique and intimate dining experience with only 10 seats. The chefs at Sushi Kyu are all rigorously trained at Cubé under head Chef Mogi, to develop them into sushi chefs of the highest calibre. Our commitment to quality is evident in the ingredients we choose, the preparation of our dishes, and the service we provide. We hope you will join us to indulge in the finest sushi and sashimi, paired with a selection of carefully curated drinks, all supervised by our expert team. Join us for a luxurious experience at Sushi Kyu.

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Chaya

Dined 6 days ago

Incredible food - such high quality omakase at a very reasonable price.

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Experience

Sushi Kyu Omakase Course

Experience

Lunch Omakase Course

Experience

Pre-Theatre Omakase Experience

Tanakatsu

4.8

4.8 (974)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Clerkenwell

About the restaurant

A contemporary Japanese diner,
based on Katsu Specialists throughout Japan.

We strive to produce the finest
Katsu and Teri-Yaki by using our own family recipes.

Believing in Simplicity, Honesty and Quality.

TANAKATSU team.

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AndrewVIP

Dined 6 days ago

A very pleasant meal before our visit to Sadlers Wells Theatre (less than 10 minutes walk away). Good portion sizes, great flavours and good value.

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4.6

4.6 (305)

£41 and over

Japanese

Knightsbridge

About the restaurant

Dinings SW3 is a modern restaurant in the heart of Chelsea, which blends authentic Japanese techniques with European twists, made with local seasonal ingredients.

Enjoy à la carte offerings, featuring our signature sushi and sashimi and be sure not to miss our daily specials menu, a tribute to the freshest ingredients sourced from ethical suppliers.

Dinings by Masaki, is where the essence of Japan's rich heritage blends seamlessly with a modern-day attitude. At our restaurants, we're not just about food; we're about creating experiences. Our passion for innovation and adventure shines through in every dish we serve, crafted in welcoming and stylish spaces that feel just like home.

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RICARDOVIP

Dined on Apr 16, 2025

Súper nice and cozy place. Food incredible and service is superb.

Kibou Battersea

4.6

4.6 (20)

£26 to £40

Japanese

Battersea

About the restaurant

Located on Battersea's bustling Northcote Road, KIBOU brings a slice of Tokyo-chic to this popular area of South West London. A haven for any sushi or ramen lover, the restaurant is know for it's vibrant and quirky interiors, Japanese-inspired murals, and eye-catching display of ancient cherry blossom trees.
Featuring an extensive menu of classic and contemporary Japanese hot food and sushi, plus a decadent range of weekly changing specials, dive into Instagram-worthy platters of sushi and sashimi, the crispest of tempura, rich katsu curry, pillowy bao buns and the most soulful of ramen.
They also serve a fabulous Japanese-inspired afternoon tea and run a Bottomless Sushi session on Sundays.
Add to this a range of signature and classic cocktails - The KIBOU is a must try - sake tasting flights, Japanese whisky and Japanese brewed beers, and your visit to KIBOU in Battersea is complete!

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Alex

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful food. Delicious and unusual. Very attentive staff and fun atmosphere

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Experience

Bottomless Sushi

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Japanese Afternoon Tea

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Vegetarian Japanese Afternoon Tea

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