Kikuya Restaurant (46-148 Kahuhipa St Ste C)

This exquisite Japanese dish is a true feast for the senses. At its heart lies a succulent piece of butterfish, seared to perfection, its smoky flavor and tender texture melting in your mouth. Accompanying this delicacy are golden tempura shrimp, their crispy batter providing a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the sweet, delicate shrimp inside. A small bowl of savory broth adds depth to the meal, offering a warm and comforting umami taste that ties all the elements together. The dish is completed with fluffy white rice, a refreshing salad with crisp vegetables and creamy dressing, and a wedge of lemon to add a zesty brightness. A small dish of soy sauce awaits for dipping, enhancing the flavors with its rich saltiness. This culinary masterpiece not only looks stunning but also promises an array of textures and tastes that epitomize the elegance and simplicity of traditional Japanese cuisine. Enjoy! 🍣🍤🍜

Food was awesome and pretty reasonably priced, really cool decor also. There can be a wait as it’s a popular restaurant and space within is limited, it is definitely authentic Japanese cuisine and being able to speak Japanese is a plus. Only took a star off because our server was pretty curt and hovered a bit too much.

Cute hole-in-the-wall Japanese restaurant in an industrial-ish area of Kaneohe. Have always had a good experience here with very helpful and friendly staff to delicious local-style Japanese food. On my last visit during lunch, I was hoping for more Teishoku options with sashimi, but the lunch menu only had two choices. The waitress brought the dinner special menu and said I could pick from there. Gotta love when they go the extra mile like that to make their customers happy.