Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Toronto

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Updated November 05, 2026

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

Kappo Sato

5.0

5 (10)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yonge and Eglinton

About the restaurant

Kappo Sato is the newest Kappo-style Japanese Cuisine in Toronto, Canada featuring Takeshi Sato.

Takeshi Sato worked at a Michelin Star Japanese restaurant in Tokyo and came to Canada in 2011 as the official chef of the Japanese Consulate General in Toronto. Qualified as a tea ceremony, flower arrangement, sommelier, and international sake master, and has more than 20 years of experience as a high-class Japanese chef, as well as the skill and knowledge.

Top review

Frank

Dined on Oct 25, 2026

Exceptional. Everything that you think it would be and so much more. A truly incredible dining experience. Thank you Sato-san and team!

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Experience

Kappo Omakase Experience

Bar Shozan

4.9

4.9 (21)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Ossington

About the restaurant

Bar Shozan is an intimate Japanese izakaya on Ossington, specializing in the regional food and drinking traditions of Kyushu and Okinawa. Chef Kohei Matsuyama, originally from Miyazaki, prepares distinctive small plates for sharing, including Chicken Nanban, Hamachi Crudo, and flame-grilled Yakiton. Pair your meal with Japanese sake, shochu, and inventive house cocktails. Join us for dinner Wednesday through Sunday or weekend lunch Saturday and Sunday, 12–3 PM.

Our beverage program is led by Squid-Ti, an Advanced Sake Professional certified in Tokyo and a Shochu specialist trained through the Japan Sake & Shochu Makers Association in Kagoshima. A second-generation Japanese-Canadian, he combines traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity through premium sake, artisanal shochu, and signature cocktails.

Bar Shozan offers a cozy, welcoming space where food, drink, and conversation celebrate Japanese hospitality.

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Taliya

Dined 2 days ago

Gorgeous food! High quality ingredients presented with such care. You can feel the love and respect given to each part of every plate. Very impressed. Will definitely be back!

Okeya Kyujiro Toronto

4.9

4.9 (101)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yorkville

About the restaurant

Welcome to Okeya Kyujiro! Embark upon a journey of Japanese culture through our theatrical world of Omakase in Toronto. Omakase is the chef's choice menu. You'll get approximately 25 courses-Dinner/ 15 courses-Brunch with mostly sushi at Okeya Kyujiro.
*IMPORTANT INFO*
Please let us know before making a reservation if there're any food allergies/restrictions if we can possibly accommodate your needs. We do not accept outsiders food or alcohol in our establishment. We do not have a kid’s menu.
*RESERVATION AND CANCELLATION POLICY*
Reservation must be cancelled 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel by this time will result in a cancellation fee. Parties of 5+ will be required to pay the full price in advance plus 20% service fee. A valid credit card is required to make the reservation. To cancel a reservation, simply cancel through the OpenTable or email us: info@okeya26.ca
PRICE: Dinner- $355 / Brunch-$180 BEFORE TAX AND TIPS PER PERSON.

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Michelle

Dined on Oct 11, 2026

Lovely experience! Service and food was excellent. Would highly recommend!

Gonzo Izakaya

4.8

4.8 (240)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Little Italy / College St.

About the restaurant

A Cozy, small and intimate izakaya specializing yakitori, Japanese snacks, Asahi, highballs and cocktails with vintage & nostalgic decor and 90's vibe for your date night or friends hang out.

We do also take reservations for large party both indoor and back patio.

Check more details and informations from our website.

We know what you want. Welcome to Gonzo.

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Kyla

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious food, great atmosphere and friendly service. Highly recommend that you sit by the kitchen in the bar area for a full view of the kitchen and a great vibe.

Yasu Toronto

4.8

4.8 (702)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Harbord Village

About the restaurant

Yasu is Canada's first Omakase sushi bar. We celebrates the ocean’s best catches and the craft of sushi in its award-winning Toronto eatery; dishes created by Executive Chef and Owner Yasu Ouchi from Osaka, Japan. There is only one menu at Yasu; Omakase style at $195 per person, a Japanese tradition wherein Chef Yasu creates a new menu daily based on the freshest and seasonal seafood available from around the world. The Omakase course consists of approximately 20 items including a kaiseki plate, soup,
selection of seasonal nigiri and dessert. . An 18% service fee will be added to each bill. Any further tipping or gratuity is not expected. We look forward to hosting you!

Cancellation Policy:
For reservations of 4 guests or fewer, cancellations, no-shows, or reductions in party size within 48 hours will be charged the full Omakase price plus tax per person. For reservations of more than 4 guests, we require at least 1 week’s notice to avoid cancellation fees.

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Dirk

Dined on Oct 26, 2026

Always a tremendous experience - so consistently delicious and so much care. The service, warmth and quality is beautiful.

Minami Restaurant - Toronto

4.7

4.7 (2006)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

King West

About the restaurant

Minami now offers sushi lunch sets, dinner-tasting menus, and event bookings, including corporate buyouts and weddings. We are a TIFF Official Hospitality Partner.
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Vancouver’s hottest destination for contemporary Japanese cuisine has arrived in Toronto’s vibrant King West neighbourhood.

Minami is the fourth culinary concept from ABURI Restaurants, alongside sister venues Miku Toronto, ABURI TORA, ABURI HANA, and ABURI SUSHI Waterworks further expanding the reach of our trailblazing aburi cuisine within the Toronto culinary scene.

Fashioned to reflect the best of global design, guests are invited to immerse themselves in the space for a multi-sensory dining experience without departing the city. Showcasing contemporary Japanese fare and an extensive selection of signature cocktails, wines, and spirits, Minami’s diverse offerings, sultry interior, and commitment to safety set the new King West standard.

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Martin

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

We ordered a variety of dishes to share amongst the four of us. The quality of the food was top-notch and the service was exceptional - not rushed, but perfectly timed. The manager was helpful in suggesting a couple of items on the menu he thought we might enjoy, and he was right. Highly recommend!

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4.6

4.6 (38)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yorkville

About the restaurant

Welcome to the new Aburi Hana, a contemporary Japanese dining salon inspired by the hanamachi of Edo period Japan, where cuisine, art, entertainment and hospitality came together. Guided by the spirit of omotenashi, our acclaimed culinary and beverage team brings together precise, seasonal cooking, expressive cocktails, premium sake and a thoughtfully selected wine program. Guests are invited to explore refined à la carte dishes, share a selection across the table or enjoy an evening at the bar.
The renewed interiors unfold as a journey through the four seasons, moving from winter at the entrance and spring at the bar to summer in the dining room and autumn in the private salon. Rooted in Japanese tradition and shaped by contemporary creativity, Aburi Hana offers an elegant setting for conversation, discovery and a memorable sense of occasion.

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Midi

Dined on Oct 27, 2026

Excellent food - just delicious! The service was also very good. Come early if you want a more quiet dinner.

TONO by Akira Back

4.5

4.5 (207)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Midtown

About the restaurant

Above the lights of Toronto, a romantic dining experience awaits at TONO—where Peruvian passion meets Japanese tradition through the vision of world-renowned Chef Akira Back.

Nestled on the rooftop of W Toronto Hotel, TONO introduces Nikkei cuisine to Yorkville, blending bold Peruvian flavours with Japanese artistry. From fresh sushi to inventive dishes, Chef Akira’s rebellious yet refined menu honours tradition while pushing boundaries.

Set high above the city, TONO is more than dinner—it’s a sensory escape. Sip handcrafted cocktails, savour vibrant plates, and let the music set the mood for an unforgettable evening.

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Jacques

Dined 6 days ago

The server was very helpful and friendly. The food was tasty, delicate and of sufficient size. The wine glass selection was diverse and a great quality vs value. Overall, we were really pleased.

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Experience

TONO Group Tasting

Experience

New Year's Eve at TONO

Experience

TONO'S Holiday Tasting Menu

Muni Robata

4.6

4.6 (480)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Queen West

About the restaurant

MUNI Robata Bistro is a relaxed, casual Japanese bistro in downtown Toronto, designed for both food and drinks.

Our menu features robata-grilled meats and seafood, sushi rolls, and shareable small plates — perfect for a full meal or just a few dishes to enjoy with drinks.

We also offer draft beer, along with sake, Japanese beer, highballs, and simple cocktails. Take your time and settle in — MUNI is a comfortable spot for dinner, after-work drinks, and easy nights out with friends.

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JulieGold

Dined on Oct 18, 2026

The food was amazing and the service was exceptional, I will definitely be back again!

KINKA IZAKAYA ORIGINAL

4.6

4.6 (175)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Japanese

Church-Wellesley

About the restaurant

Established in the spring of 2014, Kinka Izakaya Original is a cozy, izakaya-style eatery specializing in authentic premium Japanese tapas and great times! From fresh choices like sashimi straight from Japan to classic favorites like karaage, our expansive menu will have you having more. Kinka Izakaya Original offers guests a dining experience like no other.

If you have any other questions, email us at original@kinkaizakaya.com
Or call (416)-977-0999

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Bryan

Dined on Oct 13, 2026

Our food was outstanding. I had two special appetizers: takoyaki and salmon tataki which was fabulous - garlic chips! Mains were salmon bibimbap and stir fried beef udon. The beef flavor was powerful. We had an excellent cold sake with our meal.

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