Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Miyakko, Sanraku Sushi and Goku Sushi, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best japanese restaurants in San Jose. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated japanese dining.
San Jose's Premier Japanese Destinations
San Jose’s vibrant dining scene offers an incredible array of Japanese culinary experiences, ranging from time-honored traditions to creative modern fusion. Whether you are craving the delicate artistry of fresh sushi at spots like Sanraku and Yuki Sushi or seeking the comforting warmth of a steaming bowl from Ramen Nagi, this collection highlights the city's premier destinations. From the interactive experience of One Pot Shabu Shabu to the innovative small plates at Gochi Japanese Fusion Tapas, these local favorites provide a comprehensive taste of Japan right in the heart of the South Bay.
30 restaurants in Best Japanese Restaurants in San Jose | Top Rated Japanese Food
- Miyakko · rated 4/5: iyakko" or "M.
- Sanraku Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Goku Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Ramen Nagi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Yuki Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Akita Sushi · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Kamakura · rated 3/5: Japanese.
- Gochi Japanese Fusion Tapas: Japanese.
- Rokko: Japanese.
- One Pot Shabu Shabu: Japanese.
- Myzen Ramen: Japanese.
- Harumi Sushi: Japanese.
- Gaku Yakitori: Japanese.
- Dan Izakaya Restaurant: Japanese.
- Sumiya Bento: Japanese.
- Sushi Confidential: Japanese.
- Sushi Maru: Japanese.
- Shabuway San Jose: Japanese.
- Gombei: Japanese.
- Kumako Den: Japanese.
- HiroNori: Japanese.
- Ozumo: Japanese.
- Marufuku Ramen: Japanese.
- Boiling Point: Chinese.
- RāwASF: Japanese.
- Umai Savory Hot Dogs Grill & Beer: Japanese.
- Marufuku Ramen: Japanese.
- tōno coffee project: Japanese.
- Urban Ritual: Japanese.
- Poké House: Japanese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
