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Best Japanese Restaurants in Canberra: Ramen, Sushi and Omakase

Canberra''s Japanese dining has grown well beyond the sushi train, from counter omakase and refined fine dining in the city to tonkotsu ramen bars in the suburbs. Here are some of the best Japanese restaurants in Canberra. Menus and hours change, so check before you visit.

  1. 1

    RAKU Dining

    Canberra City

    A city favourite where skilled chefs craft sashimi, nigiri and robata dishes, backed by a strong Japanese whisky list.

  2. 2

    KOTO

    Parkes

    An upscale, art-filled Japanese diner in the Lobby building, with a menu that ranges well beyond standard sushi.

  3. 3

    Mu Omakase

    Canberra City

    An intimate counter-style omakase serving a seasonal degustation, with a thoughtful sake list.

  4. 4

    Tokyo Canteen

    Kingston

    Modern Japanese by day that turns into a ramen specialist by night.

  5. 5

    Iori

    Canberra City

    A long-running, authentic fine-diner with floor seating, sashimi, tempura and udon.

  6. 6

    Ramen O

    Belconnen

    A suburban favourite for rich tonkotsu ramen and gyoza made from family recipes.

  7. 7

    INKA

    Canberra City

    A city restaurant blending Japanese and Peruvian traditions in Nikkei-style dishes.

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