2025 Best Japanese Restaurants in Los Angeles Area
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Most people think of sushi when they think of Japanese food, but there's plenty of grilling, simmering, steaming and frying going on in Japanese kitchens as well. Think teriyaki, sukiyaki, soy-marinated fish filets, yakitori, ramen, udon, and other distinctive dishes.Whether you desire to dine at a counter, a western-style table, or on tatami mats on the floor with your shoes in the corner, here are the Top Japanese Restaurants in Los Angeles , presented in alphabetical order.
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Bar Hayama
At Bar Hayama, sushi is the focus, but patrons can also find kozara (small plates) and an extensive saké list. See More
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Hamasaku
Sleek and stylish, despite its strip-mall location, this celebrity-frequented sushi bar also offers entrées. See More
An intimate dining experience of Japanese kaiseki in downtown LA. See More
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Koi
The place to be, according to Hollywood's well-heeled, Koi offers a fine selection of high quality sushi and contemporary Japanese cuisine. See More
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Matsuhisa
The restaurant that launched Nobu Matsuhisa's dining empire. See More
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Morihiro
Omakase from chef Mori Onodera in Atwater Village. See More
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n/naka
At this reservations-only restaurant, chef Niki Nakayama presents multi-course menus that blend traditional and modern culinary techniques. See More
Traditional multi-course tasting menus of Kyoto style tempura in Beverly Hills. See More
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Upscale classic Japanese omakase, with Edomae-style sushi, in West L.A.'s Little Osaka. See More
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