A whole host of global cuisines are represented in Manchester's food scene, including Japanese cuisine. From delicate sushi to comforting bowls of warming ramen, this cuisine is full of variety and is one of the most popular types of food in the world. If you want to know where to go for Japanese food in the city, we can help you out. Get some ideas with our guide to the best Japanese restaurants in Manchester.
The best Japanese restaurants in Manchester
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The top Japanese restaurants in Manchester
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1Sexy Fish Lavish dining in Spinningfields
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2Teppanyaki Chinatown Fun and flamboyant food
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3Shogun Ramen & Bar Much-loved ramen spot
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4New Wave Ramen In-demand ramen
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5Sapporo Teppanyaki Fun and lively chefs
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6Wazuzhi Lively Chinatown restaurant
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7Kyotoya Local Japanese favourite
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8Tokyo Ramen On-trend ramen restaurant
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9Sakura Japanese Restaurant Unique service
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10Yuzu Japanese Tapas Freshly-prepared food
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11One Sushi Sushi specialists
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12Waku Waku Unique dining space
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13Unagi Japanese street food
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14Gyoza Wang All about gyoza
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15Nagoya Sushi & Noodle Bar Japanese dining in Didsbury
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16Maki & Ramen Japan via Scotland
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17Samsi Long-standing Japanese restaurant
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18Sushi Marvel Authentic and elegant
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19Shoryu Ramen Relax with some ramen
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20Sushi Mami Unlimited sushi
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21Peter Street Kitchen A unique combination
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22Ring Sushi Hotfood Local restaurant in Chorlton
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23Zumuku Sushi All over Greater Manchester
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24House of Fu Ramen and fun
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The top Japanese restaurants in Manchester
Lavish dining in Spinningfields
Glamorous restaurant Sexy Fish is known for Japanese and Asian cuisine. It's a great choice for sushi lovers but also serves other options like skewers, tempura, and salmon teriyaki. Omakase menus are available as well. The setting is lavish with rich colours and impactful aquatic decor. Live music enhances the ambience every Wednesday.
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1 The Avenue, Manchester City Centre/Spinningfields
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Sexy Fish Manchester
016-152 629 29 - Read more on Thatsup
Fun and flamboyant food
Visit Teppanyaki Chinatown for a lively and theatrical Japanese meal. The flamboyant chefs prepare your food in front of your eyes, ensuring that each dish is just as you like it. Diners can choose from set menus as well as dishes like sushi, noodles, and grilled meat. This bustling restaurant has a colourful and vibrant interior.
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58-60 George Street, Manchester City Centre
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Teppanyaki Chinatown
016-122 822 19 - Read more on Thatsup
Much-loved ramen spot
Try Shogun Ramen & Bar for an affordable meal - it claims to serve up the cheapest ramen in town. There's no compromise on quality though; expect well-presented and thoughtful bowls piled up with tasty ingredients, including vegan and halal ramen. Small plates and Japanese drinks are served too, plus the restaurant has a mammoth ramen food challenge to tackle.
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55 Manchester Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy
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Shogun Ramen & Bar
016-121 805 09 - Read more on Thatsup
In-demand ramen
Ranked as some of the best ramen available in the city, New Wave Ramen runs a couple of casual locations. Everything is made in-house, including the noodles, and food is prepared using sustainable local produce and artisan Japanese ingredients. Expect small plates, ramen bowls, bao buns, and grilled meat at these buzzy spots.
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16 Tib Ln, Manchester City Centre 1 Eagle Street, Manchester City Centre/Northern QuarterNew Wave Ramen Tib Lane
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Fun and lively chefs
The chefs at Sapporo Teppanyaki have tons of personality and offer diners a theatrical experience. This fun and lively venue is bright and colourful, with the chefs preparing your food right in front of you. The à la carte menu includes small plates, sushi, tempura, and noodles, plus there are tasting menus. This restaurant also does takeaways.
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91-93 Liverpool Rd, Manchester City Centre/Castlefield
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Sapporo Teppanyaki
016-183 198 88 - Read more on Thatsup
Lively Chinatown restaurant
Previously known as Wasabi, Wazuzhi is located in Chinatown and serves Japanese dishes. There's a soundtrack of J-pop to enjoy as you sample affordable conveyor belt sushi, plus small plates, hirata buns, noodles, and other cooked dishes. This lively restaurant also serves Asian desserts and bubble tea, plus takeaways are available.
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63 Faulkner St, Manchester City Centre
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Wazuzhi
016-122 872 88 - Read more on Thatsup
Local Japanese favourite
Withington is home to Kyotoya, a buzzing local restaurant serving food that offers value for money. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor tables and serves a comprehensive menu of authentic Japanese recipes. The menu includes set meals in addition to options like tempura, noodles, and sushi and sashimi.
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28 Copson St, Withington
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Kyotoya
016-144 525 55 - Read more on Thatsup
On-trend ramen restaurant
One of Manchester's favourite ramen restaurants is Tokyo Ramen. This compact venue has a minimalist look, a hip-hop playlist, and some quirky touches. The concise menu features ramen bowls, sides, and beer, cocktails, and soft drinks. This is a casual dining destination that doesn't accept reservations.
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55 Church St, Manchester City Centre/Northern Quarter
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Unique service
Sakura Japanese Restaurant is fun and futuristic. At this venue, you order via tablet, and your food is served by robot waiters, who offer service tailored to your preferences. It's ideal for any occasion, serving up a limitless buffet of sushi and other Japanese dishes, along with colourful cocktails. The space is also bright and colourful.
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175 Cheetham Hill Rd
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Sakura Japanese Restaurant
016-183 499 88 - Read more on Thatsup
Freshly-prepared food
Yuzu Japanese Tapas serves classic Japanese dishes in the heart of Manchester. Everything is prepared from scratch and served in a tranquil, minimalist space with wooden furniture. Start your meal with small plates like agedashi tofu or tempura before sampling mains such as noodle soup, yaki udon, or teriyaki salmon.
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39 Faulkner St, Manchester City Centre
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Yuzu Japanese Tapas
016-123 641 59 - Read more on Thatsup
Sushi specialists
One Sushi offers quality sushi sets to take away but also does a unique omakase meal that you enjoy standing up. The experience lasts for one hour and takes place in the compact and bustling venue, with each piece of sushi presented to you by the chef. This place has a sleek and streamlined appearance, serving a wide variety of sushi rolls and combo boxes.
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75 Oxford St, Manchester City Centre
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One Sushi
074-885 288 28 - Read more on Thatsup
Unique dining space
Waku Waku stands out in Manchester thanks to its unique design. Modelled on comic cafés in Asia, the interiors are monochrome and feature intricate details drawn by hand to create a 2D optical illusion. Sit in this fascinating space to enjoy Japanese recipes like donburi, sushi, and noodles. Takeaway meals are also available.
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54 Portland St, Manchester City Centre
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Waku Waku
074-359 694 98 - Read more on Thatsup
Japanese street food
You'll find Unagi in a number of locations around Manchester, specialising in sushi and street eats from Japan. It started as a food truck and now has restaurants with indoor and outdoor tables and stylish designs. Opt for light snacks like edamame and gyoza, or choose a more substantial meal like sushi, poke bowls, or noodles.
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244 Burton Rd Quayside MediaCityUK, The Quays, Salford Unit 1, Kings Court, Water Lane 1a Central Way 10 Park PlUnagi Street Food & Sushi West Didsbury
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016-144 549 99Unagi Street Food & Sushi Salford
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All about gyoza
Casual eatery Gyoza Wang opened in 2022. This local spot is modern and bustling and is popular for takeaway meals. Handcrafted gyoza is the focus of the menu, available with various fillings, including veggie and vegan options. Side dishes and katsu curry are on the menu as well. Tea, soft drinks, and Asian beers complete the experience.
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131 Grosvenor St
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Gyoza Wang
016-169 614 22 - Read more on Thatsup
Japanese dining in Didsbury
Didsbury's diners go to Nagoya Sushi & Noodle Bar for Japanese cuisine. The restaurant is modern and is decorated with bold Japan-themed murals. A wide variety of Japanese recipes are on the menu, including sushi and sashimi, noodles, and chicken teriyaki. Vegetarian dishes are also available here, and you can eat in or get a takeaway.
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111 Lapwing Ln
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Nagoya Sushi & Noodle Bar
016-144 819 99 - Read more on Thatsup
Japan via Scotland
Maki & Ramen started life in Edinburgh, and the Manchester location was the first to open in England. Authentic and flavoursome food is served in a charming space decorated with flowers and bright colours. The menu includes plenty of classic dishes like fried noodles, donburi, ramen, and sushi, with vegan choices available. Cocktails and desserts are also served.
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11 York St, Manchester City Centre
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Maki & Ramen
016-147 070 19 - Read more on Thatsup
Long-standing Japanese restaurant
Samsi has been open in Manchester for more than 20 years. This long-established restaurant is bustling, with a dining space enhanced by cherry blossoms and pops of colour. The restaurant also does takeaways. Choose dishes like tempura, sushi, curry, and ramen, or opt for a set menu designed to be shared by two people.
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36-38 Whitworth Street, Manchester City Centre
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Authentic and elegant
Sushi Marvel offers an elegant space to sample sushi and other Japanese recipes. This simple restaurant offers a good-value set menu plus an authentic selection of à la carte dishes like sushi and sashimi, noodles, and donburi. Alcoholic drinks are also available. This place offers takeaways in addition to eating in.
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67 Bridge St, Manchester City Centre
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Sushi Marvel
016-188 188 84 - Read more on Thatsup
Relax with some ramen
Savour a comforting bowl of ramen in Piccadilly Gardens at Shoryu Ramen. This relaxed and contemporary restaurant specialises in creamy pork broth simmered for 12 hours, but a vegan version is served here too. You can also get side dishes, sake, and cocktails, plus there's a convenient set menu aimed at younger ramen lovers.
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One Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre
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Unlimited sushi
Sushi fanatics in Manchester can't resist Sushi Mami. It's a relaxed and trendy restaurant with a vibrant appearance. In addition to the à la carte menu, this place offers an indulgent all-you-can-eat experience with unlimited sushi and side dishes like rice and noodles. The menu also includes stir-fries and robata-grilled dishes.
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111 Portland St, Manchester City Centre
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Sushi Mami
016-122 833 88 - Read more on Thatsup
A unique combination
Peter Street Kitchen serves an original blend of Mexican and Japanese cuisines. This restaurant is contemporary and grand, with a light interior. You can begin your day with breakfast here or visit for dinner. Tasting menus and à la carte dishes with nods to both cuisines are available. A special menu is also available for private dining.
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Free Trade Hall, Peter Street, Manchester City Centre
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Peter Street Kitchen
016-183 589 41 - Read more on Thatsup
Local restaurant in Chorlton
Ring Sushi Hotfood is a low-key local eatery in Chorlton. The venue has indoor and outdoor seating and authentic decorating touches. Have a meal here or get a takeaway. Various types of sushi are served, as well as hot dishes such as noodle soup, fried noodles, and curry. The menu includes halal-friendly dishes.
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358 Barlow Moor Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy
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Ring Sushi Hotfood
016-186 000 02 - Read more on Thatsup
All over Greater Manchester
You'll find Zumuku Sushi in a number of locations around Greater Manchester. These restaurants are modern and often have outdoor tables. Dishes here are freshly prepared using traditional Japanese techniques. The main menu features sushi and hot dishes, whilst some locations also offer set lunches and unlimited sushi meals.
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129 Mosley Common Rd Unit 9 Stanley Square 50 Bridge St 105-107 Lapwing Ln 51 Station Rd, Cheadle Hulme 71 Water Ln 812 Bury RdZumuku Sushi Worsley
129 Mosley Common RdZumuku Sushi Sale
Unit 9 Stanley SquareZumuku Sushi Ramsbottom
50 Bridge StZumuku Sushi Didsbury
105-107 Lapwing LnZumuku Sushi Cheadle
51 Station Rd, Cheadle HulmeZumuku Sushi Wilmslow
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016-145 997 66Zumuku Sushi Sale
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Ramen and fun
Opened in 2023, House of Fu is a centrally-located spot for ramen, cocktails, and karaoke. This lively venue is vibrant and colourful, with private karaoke rooms and a basement cocktail bar. Visit for ramen and other Japanese-inspired dishes, including bottomless brunch on Saturdays. There are special offers on cocktails every day too.
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113-115 Portland St, Manchester City Centre
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House of Fu
016-138 835 35 - Read more on Thatsup
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