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KL Japanese Restaurants
Ichikakuya is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

1. Ichikakuya

6.0
1-3A Tower 3, The Podium, UOA Business Park, 1 Jalan Pengaturcara U1/51a (Temasya Industrial Park), Shah Alam, Selangor
Ramen Restaurant · Temasya · 6 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Ramen restaurant from Yokohama opens its first outpost in Malaysia

Sanuki Udon is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

2. Sanuki Udon

7.8
25A Jalan Bukit Desa 5 (Taman Bukit Desa), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Udon Restaurant · Taman Bukit Desa · 230 tips and reviews

Endrea B.Endrea B: Karaage is yums. House special n wakame cold recommended.

Sumi-Ka (炭家) is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

3. Sumi-Ka (炭家)

8.3
19 (First Floor), Jalan SS15/4, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Japanese Restaurant · SS15 · 76 tips and reviews

R A C H E LR A C H E L: One of the best yakitori place. Must try the BBQ sweet potato.

大衆秘酒場 is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

4. 大衆秘酒場

7.7
Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
BBQ Joint · Taman Bukit Desa · 52 tips and reviews

Charles T.Charles Teh: food is good, especially the pork belly.

Marutama Ramen is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

5. Marutama Ramen

5.5
Empire Shopping Gallery, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Ramen Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Eve khooEve khoo: Best seasoned eggs ever! Also chicken broth ramen is very tasty. Overall good dining experience

Hyotan Japanese Restaurant is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

6. Hyotan Japanese Restaurant

7.4
63, Jalan SS15/5A, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Japanese Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Lela N.Lela Nur: Run by Japanese couple so do expect authentic food with a homey Japanese taste to it. Unagi is fresh n juicy. If lucky u might get rewarded with complimentary macha ice cream

RA-MEN BANKARA is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

7. RA-MEN BANKARA

6.1
Avenue K (Lot 2-7, Level 2), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Noodle Restaurant · Kampung Datuk Keramat · 72 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Bankara Chashu Ramen is solid

Tonkatsu by Ma Maison is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

8. Tonkatsu by Ma Maison

7.7
Publika (Lot UG-56&57), Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Solaris Dutamas · 50 tips and reviews

Renna T.Renna Tanaka: Most of their cutlets are amazing. But their katsudon (rice topped w/ pork cutlet & simmered egg) is probably one of the best & has the closest authenticity around KL. Def a must-try :)

Uokatsu (魚勝) is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

9. Uokatsu (魚勝)

7.4
Plaza Damas 3 (Lot B-0-7), Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Damansara Heights · 78 tips and reviews

Yugo T.Yugo Tham: Reasonable priced and fresh sashimi, simple yet authentic. The miso soup is heavenly.

Gerai Makanan Japanese BBQ is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

10. Gerai Makanan Japanese BBQ

6.4
Plaza Faber (Center Court), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
BBQ Joint · Taman Bukit Desa · 103 tips and reviews

Jonny H.Jonny Haha: "Taishuu Yakiniku" is tucked away in between the buildings, a simple but satisfying place for a feast at a reasonable price. This place is owned by the same owner of "Sanuki udon", Mr. Seiji Fujimoto.

Saryo Kyoto is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

11. Saryo Kyoto

7.5
茶寮 京都 P-1-24 Plaza Damas (60, Jalan Sri Hartamas), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Damansara Heights · 8 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Specialising in nabe - Japanese hotpot. Clean and healthy meals. Well hidden so it's quiet.

Hamasho Japanese Barbeque Seafood is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

12. Hamasho Japanese Barbeque Seafood

7.2
No. 42, Jalan 27/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Desa Sri Hartamas · 34 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Japanese barbecue restaurant - food grilled on charcoal

Mei by Fat Spoon is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

13. Mei by Fat Spoon

7.3
22, Jalan 27/70A, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Desa Sri Hartamas · 98 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Summer bara chirashi has lots of crunchy veggies and scallop, yellowtail and salmon sashimi on a bowl of rice. Clean healthy tasty

Koryori ENOSHIMA is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

14. Koryori ENOSHIMA

6.8
Wisma Cosway (Lot G22-24), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Kuala Lumpur City Center · 18 tips and reviews

Denis D.Denis Duster: Great relaxed bar (izakaya) with cheap sake and great sashimi! Fresh wasabi, good ginger and nice fish with variety! Recommended

Kannichikan Yakiniku is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

15. Kannichikan Yakiniku

7.6
42, Jalan 28/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, FT of Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Desa Sri Hartamas · 21 tips and reviews

Ai D.Ai Dee: Have a try on their beef tongue,toufu chige, iishiyaki bibinba with the source , nice taste =)

Yamada Japanese Restaurant is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

16. Yamada Japanese Restaurant

6.2
5, Jalan SS15/5A, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Japanese Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Juliet L.Juliet Lyi: A very authentic experience. As I walked in the chef was conversing in Japanese with some customers. Food is really good too. Try sashimi, bento sets. The tea soaked rice tastes strange.

Toritama is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

17. Toritama

6.6
D3-G3-1 Solaris Dutamas, 1 Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala lumpur, WP
Japanese Restaurant · Solaris Dutamas · 8 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: This is the KL branch of a famous yakitori restaurant in Tokyo. Definitely the best yakitori in KL - with many chicken parts that other restaurants do not serve.

Sushiya is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

18. Sushiya

8.0
A-G-03, Plaza Mont Kiara, 1 Persiaran Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Sushi Restaurant · Mont Kiara · 10 tips and reviews

Y Y.Y Y: Dons and more dons

Kinme Sashimi & Grill Bar is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

19. Kinme Sashimi & Grill Bar

7.2
26G (Jalan Medan Setia 2), Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur
Sushi Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Lim L.Lim Leonard: Best Japanese cuisine around Damansara. Freshest sushi I have taste in KL. Highly recommend to all.

Yoshinari is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

20. Yoshinari

6.5
A-00-11 Plaza Damas 3, 63 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Damansara Heights · 13 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Izakaya serving a wide variety of Japanese favorites. One of the chefs is Japanese

Butaya Izakaya is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

21. Butaya Izakaya

6.2
14 Jalan Sri Hartamas 8, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Damansara Heights · 13 tips and reviews

Amanda W.Amanda Wong: Loving the vibe and settings here. Pork lover would love the pork stuff veggie tempura and the pork skin will give u a heart attack. Come now for their rm10 sake/beer promotion!

Koyaku Japanese Dining & Grill is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

22. Koyaku Japanese Dining & Grill

6.2
G9, Ground Floor, Faber Towers, Jalan Desa Bahagia
Japanese Restaurant · Taman Bukit Desa · 27 tips and reviews

Fion C.Fion Chow: Love their fish hot pot it's so yummy

Mitsuyado Seimen is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

23. Mitsuyado Seimen

5.2
Lot S-229 (Starling Mall), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Ramen Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Epicurean .Epicurean 🗼dventures: The Marutoku & Half-boiled Egg Tsukemen is so slurping good we gobbled it all in 5 min even when it's steaming hot! 2nd serving please!!😄

Jyu Raku Japanese Restaurant is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

24. Jyu Raku Japanese Restaurant

7.6
13, Jalan SS15/5A, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Japanese Restaurant · 67 tips and reviews

Jackson E.Jackson Eian: Kaisen Chirashi Don. Taste like real Japan food taken at Shumizu port morning market 4 years ago.

Maruki Ramen is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

25. Maruki Ramen

7.9
2-23, The Linc KL, 360 Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Ramen Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Spicy miso ramen is bloody solid

Ichikawa is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

26. Ichikawa

6.3
1st Floor, Corporate Tower, Subang Square, Jalan SS15/4G, Subang Jaya, Selangor
Japanese Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

William C.William Chong: This place certainly cater for japaneses clients mainly. The style of food served is authentic japanese with no graphics on menu

Palillos "Spanish Yakitori Bar" is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

27. Palillos "Spanish Yakitori Bar"

8.0
18 Changkat bukit bintang (off Jalan Nagasari), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Yakitori Restaurant · Bukit Bintang · 11 tips and reviews

tsuNamitsuNami: Japanese tapas if you like fusion food. Great place for drinking night out with friends! Good variety of sake too... 🍶🍶🍶

Bari-Uma Ramen is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

28. Bari-Uma Ramen

5.6
Level 7, Pavilion Elite, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Ramen Restaurant · Bukit Bintang · 4 tips and reviews

William N.William Ng: The shoyu tonkotsu broth is quite thick, nearly like gravy. Not too salty not oily. Charsiu is grilled with the right amount of charring. Noodles have a good texture.

Seirock-Ya Ramen is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

29. Seirock-Ya Ramen

7.5
No.6-GF, Jalan SS21/35 (Damansara Utama), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Ramen Restaurant · Damansara Utama · 9 tips and reviews

NajiaNajia: Love this place! Aside from the ramen, fried spicy gyoza and chicken karaage is good too :)

Uo Sho is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

30. Uo Sho

N-1-4, Plaza Damas, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1,, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Damansara Heights · 4 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Omakase course at RM380 or RM580 but you need to book ahead. Counter seats are best

Himawari Japanese Cuisine is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

31. Himawari Japanese Cuisine

7.0
20-1 Jalan 1/109E (Desa Business Park, Taman Desa), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Seputih · 7 tips and reviews

Jessica K.Jessica Ksw: Friendly staff, and freshly piping hot cooked to order food

Ozeki Tokyo Cuisine is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

32. Ozeki Tokyo Cuisine

6.8
Menara TA One (Ground Floor), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Kuala Lumpur City Center · 52 tips and reviews

Wendy L.Wendy Lee: Authentic japanese food. Lots of japanese dine here after work, feels like in Japan. Food moderately priced, and they serve premium too if you opt for premium fishes. Good sake choices too.

Tendon Kohaku is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

33. Tendon Kohaku

Lot 10 (Level 4), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Bukit Bintang · 1 tip

Punky P.Punky Pang: The signature kohaku tendon is very good. Portion just nice and varieties being served. They come in original and spicy! Will be back again and definitely will try the spicy one next!

Aji-Ya is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

34. Aji-Ya

7.0
OBD Garden Tower Condominium (Jalan Desa Utama), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Taman Bukit Desa · 17 tips and reviews

JessyJessy: Have to give it a high eight for food, esp its shoyu ramen. Service, environment & price are acceptable, if not better than average. Japanese are frequent patrons here as well. Overall 8/10.

Solomen Cafe is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

35. Solomen Cafe

5.8
16, Jalan Ss2/24 (47300), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Ramen Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Berri F.Berri Fong: 😍😍 kimchi ramen

Menya Hanabi is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

36. Menya Hanabi

8.5
Taman Sri Sinar, KL
Ramen Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

EuniceEunice: Nice outlet, less packed. Delicious mazesoba especially when u add that last scoop of rice just to take up all that yummy sauce! Pork slice also delicious!

Tansen Izakaya is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

37. Tansen Izakaya

6.3
No. 36, Jalan SS 22/25 (Damansara Jaya), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Japanese Restaurant · Damansara Jaya · 6 tips and reviews

Se7enthAngelSe7enthAngel: This snug & inviting Japanese restaurant & sake bar is a keeper. Menu selection is 🙌 & v R willing 2 become regulars to try it all. Ipad order system. Pork gyoza with crispy skirt is ah mazing!

Kanbe Ramen Restaurant 163 Mont Kiara is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

38. Kanbe Ramen Restaurant 163 Mont Kiara

6.2
GF 08, 163 Retail Park (Mont Kiara), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Y Y.Y Y: Super approved, licked the broth clean

Gekko Dining is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

39. Gekko Dining

120A Jalan Kasah, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Cocktail Bar · Damansara Heights · 5 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: The sushi counter seats 6 and the sushi is pretty good. Intimate and authentic

Toriya Lab is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

40. Toriya Lab

1-51 Wisma Cosway, 88 Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Kuala Lumpur City Center · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Serves long Japanese courses with whatever produce is freshest. An incredible experience

Yakiniku Yui is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

41. Yakiniku Yui

D4-G4-7 Solaris Dutamas, 1 Jalan Dutamas 1, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: All Japanese beef here. Prices are reasonable - especially the sets

Peko Peko TTDI is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

42. Peko Peko TTDI

7.6
1-2, Jalan Wan Kadir 3 (TTDI), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · TTDI · 5 tips and reviews

William N.William Ng: Japanese-themed drinking place. Sake takes center stage with Japas (Japanese tapas). My favourite items is the grilled salmon kabuto. Very fresh and grilled to perfection.

Shi Shi Do Ramen Bar is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

43. Shi Shi Do Ramen Bar

7.1
The Gasket Alley (Lot 15-5), Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Ramen Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

Amanda W.Amanda Wong: This bowl of kurobuta is really huge. Recommend to share it. Also go for their negima, chochin skewer. Can give their grill groza a miss.

Aburii Yakiniku is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

44. Aburii Yakiniku

5 Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 7 (Taman Tun Dr Ismail), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Taman Tun Dr Ismail · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Fun smart casual Japanese restaurant with high end dining if it strikes your fancy

Hanaya Japanese Restaurant is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

45. Hanaya Japanese Restaurant

6.4
160 Jalan Bukit Bintang (Grand Millennium Hotel), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · Bukit Bintang · 10 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Sushi omakase for RM450 is one of the better deals in town. It's not the most refined but the chef will leave you purring with satisfaction. Counter seats are booked out at least a month ahead

Miyatake Sanuki Udon is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

46. Miyatake Sanuki Udon

7.4
LG3-1 Residensi Duta Kiara, 7 Jalan Duta Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Udon Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Pork sanuki udon is a winner

Yakiniku Goro 焼肉五郎 is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

47. Yakiniku Goro 焼肉五郎

16, Jalan 28/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, KL
Japanese Restaurant · Desa Sri Hartamas · 4 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Premium set is the way to go. Lots of beef

Menya Appare 天晴麺屋 is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

48. Menya Appare 天晴麺屋

3F Isetan, The Gardens, Lingkaran Syed Putra (Mid Valley City), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Ramen Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Quite possibly the best ramen in town

Le Shrimp Noodle Bar @ Pavilion Damansara Heights is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

49. Le Shrimp Noodle Bar @ Pavilion Damansara Heights

Lot 1.16, Pavilion Damansara Heights, 3 Jalan Damanlela (Damansara Town Centre), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Ramen Restaurant · Pusat Bandar Damansara · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Tossed prawn ramen turned it to be a winner. Spicy version also available

Kanbe Yakiniku is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

50. Kanbe Yakiniku

Ground Floor, Shoplex Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
BBQ Joint · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Heaving yakiniku joint with an extensive menu. Immensely popular so you will need reservations

Enishi Malaysia is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

51. Enishi Malaysia

15-0-1 Shoplex Mont Kiara (Jalan Kiara), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Ramen Restaurant · Mont Kiara · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: The tantanmen is simply spectacular but it’s certainly not the Chinese one we are familiar with

Osaka Kitchen Lalaport is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

52. Osaka Kitchen Lalaport

G-81 LaLaport (Jalan Hang Tuah), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Japanese Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Yakisoba is authentic and tasty. And pretty big too

SanKoDo 三光堂 is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

53. SanKoDo 三光堂

16 Jalan Solaris 3 (Solaris Mont Kiara), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Ramen Restaurant · Mont Kiara · 2 tips and reviews

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: We have a new champion. The Cappuccino Niboshi ramen must surely be the best in KL

Kanbe Sushi is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

54. Kanbe Sushi

Lot 1A Shoplex Mont Kiara (Jalan Kiara), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Sushi Restaurant · Mont Kiara · 1 tip

Vincent T.Vincent Tan: Heaving izakaya specialising in raw fish. Food is decent enough but there is a reason this place is always full. It's just fun!

Mitsumori is one of KL Japanese Restaurants.

55. Mitsumori

Level 4 Isetan, Lot 10 (50 Jalan Sultan Ismail), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Soba Restaurant · Bukit Bintang · 1 tip