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Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island

Looking for top-rated japanese restaurants in Big Island? These are our recommended spots for 2026, based on local reviews, menus, and photos.

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Top-Rated Japanese Restaurants in Big Island (Page 2)

Puka Puka Kitchen - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.4(243 reviews)

Puka Puka Kitchen

Hilo • 270 Kamehameha Ave, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-2836

KENICHI BENTO - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.3(12 reviews)

KENICHI BENTO

Kailua-Kona • 78-6831 Ali'i Dr Keauhou Shopping Center, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740

Fumi's Kitchen - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.3(75 reviews)

Fumi's Kitchen

Kailua-Kona • 75-5799 Alii Dr Ste A7, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740-1773

Sakura - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.3(116 reviews)

Sakura

Kailua-Kona • 75-1027 Henry St, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740-3154

Sushi Shiono - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.3(437 reviews)

Sushi Shiono

Kailua-Kona • 75-5799 Alii Dr, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740-1773

Pa'akai Poke & Deli - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.3(4 reviews)

Pa'akai Poke & Deli

Kailua-Kona • 75-143 Hualalai Road Located one block from the ocean on the corner of Hualalai Rd. & Kuakini Hwy., Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740

Ikkyu Ramen - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.2(5 reviews)

Ikkyu Ramen

Kailua-Kona • 75-5595 Palani Rd A8, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740-1663

Canoe House - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.2(1,118 reviews)

Canoe House

Puako • 68-1400 Mauna Lani Drive Located At Mauna Lani, Auberge Collection, Puako, Hawaii, 96743

Moa Kitchen - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.2(28 reviews)

Moa Kitchen

Waimea • 65-1298 Kawaihae Rd, Waimea, Hawaii, 96743

Sushi Ebisuya - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.2(83 reviews)

Sushi Ebisuya

Hilo • 179 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-2907

Kenichi Pacific - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.1(574 reviews)

Kenichi Pacific

Kailua-Kona • 78-6831 Alii Dr Ste D125, Keauhou Shopping Center, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740-2495

Matsuyama Market - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.0(1 reviews)

Matsuyama Market

Kailua-Kona • 73-4040 Hulikoa Dr, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, 96740

Restaurant Osaka - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.0(23 reviews)

Restaurant Osaka

Hilo • 762 Kanoelehua Ave Ste 3, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-4515

Mighty Sushi - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
4.0(24 reviews)

Mighty Sushi

Pahoa • 15-2660 Keaau Pahoa Rd, Pahoa, Hawaii, 96778-7778

Restaurant Miwa - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
3.8(67 reviews)

Restaurant Miwa

Hilo • 1261 Kilauea Ave Ste 230, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-4205

Asami's Kitchen - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
3.8(5 reviews)

Asami's Kitchen

Hilo • 308 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, Hawaii, 96720-3008

Emi's Kitchen - Best Japanese Restaurants in Big Island
0.0(0 reviews)

Emi's Kitchen

Waimea • 65-1224 Lindsey Rd Waimea Town Market At Parker School, Waimea, Hawaii, 96743

Dining Highlights: Finding Great Japanese in Big Island

Local Ingredients & Flavor

Enjoy authentic japanese prepared with fresh island-sourced ingredients, daily catches, and local Hawaiian seasoning.

Atmosphere & Seating

From casual beachside shacks and food trucks to oceanfront fine dining, find the ideal setting for romantic dinners or family meals in Big Island.

Menus, Prices & Hours

Check price range indicators ($ to $$$$), operating hours, reservations, and customer ratings before visiting Big Island dining spots.

Frequently Asked Questions about Japanese in Big Island

Everything you need to know about dining at japanese restaurants in Big Island, Hawaii.

Top-rated japanese spots in Big Island include Puka Puka Kitchen, KENICHI BENTO, Fumi's Kitchen. These are selected based on customer ratings, service quality, and popular menu items.
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