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5 Best Japanese Restaurants in Raleigh, NC

Below is a list of the top and leading Japanese Restaurants in Raleigh, NC. To help you find the best Japanese Restaurants located near you in Raleigh, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.

Raleigh’s Best Japanese Restaurants:

The top rated Japanese Restaurants in Raleigh, NC are:

  • Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi – long-standing Japanese eatery serving teppanyaki (hibachi) grilled fare & sushi-bar offerings
  • Hayashi Japanese Restaurant – classic Japanese fare including sushi in a classic but stylish dining room with traditional decor
  • Waraji Japanese Restaurant – an extensive sake selection, sushi & traditional cooked dishes in a minimalist setting
  • Orchid Japanese Restaurant – casual Japanese eatery with an array of made-to-order, all-you-can-eat fare, from sushi to hibachi
  • Ajisai – modern restaurant featuring a variety of sushi rolls & other Japanese dishes in a moody atmosphere

Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi

Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & SushiKanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi was established in 1972. The popularity of our Crabtree Valley Mall flagship store over the years led us to open two more locations in the Triangle: one in North Raleigh and one in Durham/Chapel Hill. Today, they serve specialized sushi and mouthwatering noodle dishes in addition to savory, professionally cooked hibachi for lunch or dinner. In fact, they take pride in being named the Triangle’s “Best Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar” for more than 14 years running!

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LOCATION:

Address: 4500 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
Phone: (919) 876 4157
Website: kanki.com

REVIEWS:

“I expected a typical Japanese steak house experience but also experienced a fantastic performance from our chef Ric! Sushi was absolutely the bomb. Steak was cooked exactly as I ordered it and everything was super fresh.” – Joshua Ryan

Hayashi Japanese Restaurant

Hayashi Japanese RestaurantHayashi Japanese Restaurant delivers top-quality sushi and traditional Japanese dishes in a welcoming, contemporary setting. However, once you enter the front door, you are greeted in the usual manner of a classy Japanese restaurant. On the outside, they appear to be a neighborhood restaurant. You can choose to be seated in the main dining room or in their private Tatami room with original Japanese furnishings from their welcoming staff. Another popular activity at the sushi bar is witnessing their authentic Japanese sushi being made.

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LOCATION:

Address: 13200 Falls of Neuse Rd Suite 105, Raleigh, NC 27614
Phone: (919) 554 0508
Website: hayashijapanesecuisine.com

REVIEWS:

“Have been here twice and each time I went, I have never been let down! This place is a great gem for sushi! From the fresh sushi to the great service, this place exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be coming here a lot more!” – Ed W.

Waraji Japanese Restaurant

Waraji Japanese RestaurantWaraji Japanese Restaurant is regarded by many Triangle locals as serving the greatest and freshest sushi around. With Reuben Rodillas as the new Owner-Operator, Waraji is in good hands. Reuben has more than 35 years of experience in the food industry and a degree in business management from North Carolina State University. He spent more than three decades honing his skills in sushi, Japanese cooking, and every facet of running a restaurant. Early in the 1990s, Reuben started his career by helping Masa at Raleigh’s Kanki Japanese House of Steaks and Sushi. In 1997, Masa established Waraji, and Reuben continued his ascent into corporate management by taking over as Senior Corporate General Manager of all Kanki shops in the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill region.

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LOCATION:

Address: 25910-147 Duraleigh Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612
Phone: (919) 783 1883
Website: warajijapaneserestaurant.com

REVIEWS:

“I’ve been to Waraji a few times now and have never been disappointed. My go to is the “sushi for two” and it is the perfect amount to leave you feeling satisfied. You can tell that their selections of fish are great and super fresh, and the miso is some of the best in Raleigh. I went last night and it was hands down the best quality of fish I’ve had from them. Will always recommend Waraji” – Emily Hermann

Orchid Japanese Restaurant

Orchid Japanese RestaurantOrchid Japanese Restaurant offers a new kind of buffet, one where the food isn’t just sitting on a steam table drying up. They offer a full-service made-to-order buffet, where you are given order forms at each table to fill out and make your selections. Once you have done so, simply turn on the tap light at your table, and a member of our staff will have the chefs begin preparing your order for you to enjoy. After your order is finished and you have finished the round of food, your order will be collected.

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LOCATION:

Address: 7432 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613
Phone: (919) 890 5345
Website: orchidjapanesebuffet.com

REVIEWS:

“I am a sushi enthusiast along with my girlfriend. We go on multiple sushi dates and this place continues to never disappoint. There is not a sushi that they make that I do not like. They have amazing service and are extremely quick. Their sushi is presented like a piece of art. The prices definitely make the experience worth it. 10/10 recommend to everyone.” – David Leguizamo

Ajisai

AjisaiAjisai lavishes taste buds with top-notch Japanese cuisine. The eponymous meal is served in a variety of ways, including hot, wrapped with mango, and stuffed with a variety of fish. Due to the chefs’ creative use of various sauces, colored roe, and meticulously sliced fillets, each dish not only tastes distinctive but also has a distinct appearance. Along with sushi, they also provide a variety of teriyaki, tempura, katsu, and noodle meals, as well as mouthwatering starters that attract many people to build a meal out of small plates.

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LOCATION:

Address: 427 Woodburn Rd, Raleigh, NC 27605
Phone: (919) 831 9907
Website: ajisai3.com/9ave/index.html

REVIEWS:

“Absolutely hands down best place for sushi in the whole raleigh area. I have been looking for a place as good as this. We had great food in Vegas and struggle trying to find good places to eat. I your wasabi was good until we came here. Their ginger drink was amazing. I had the girl on fire, ajisai, and tomo rolls which were just great. Highly recommend and this is our new go to place. Plus they had awesome beats.” – Erik Bradley