Japanese Contemporary3FilsFeatured restaurantPlate Snob PickHot right now
3Fils
Jumeirah, Dubai
A compact harbour-side restaurant serving contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence.
Follow the craving
Best Japanese Restaurants in Dubai.
3Fils, Kinoya and Moonrise lead this Dubai shortlist, with 21 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Japanese Restaurants in Dubai3FilsTHE QUICK ANSWER
3Fils, Kinoya and Moonrise lead this Dubai shortlist, with 21 restaurants selected for a clear fit with the question rather than a loose keyword match.
Best Japanese Restaurants in Dubai is less about finding the longest list and more about matching the room to the plan. This Plate Snob edit brings together 21 restaurants in Dubai, using cooking, spend, setting and practical detail to separate a useful booking from a merely famous address. The selection stretches from japanese contemporary, french-japanese, japanese and creative, with particularly useful options around Jumeirah, DIFC, The Greens and Al Satwa. We favour restaurants with a clear reason to go, reliable location information and enough context to choose confidently. Start with the highlighted picks for the strongest all-round answers, then use the full list and map to compare atmosphere, price and convenience. Availability, menus and opening times can move quickly in the UAE, so confirm the final details with the venue before travelling.
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Japanese Contemporary3FilsFeatured restaurant
JapaneseKinoyaPlate Snob PickHot right now
Kinoya
The Greens, Dubai
An intimate Japanese izakaya and ramen restaurant in The Onyx.
CreativeMoonrisePlate Snob PickHot right now
Moonrise
Al Satwa, Dubai
A rooftop chef's counter telling a highly personal Dubai story course by course.
Akira Back Dubai
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Japanese dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
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Japanese Contemporary3FilsPlate Snob PickHot right now
3Fils
Jumeirah, Dubai
A compact harbour-side restaurant serving contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence.
JapaneseKinoyaPlate Snob PickHot right now
Kinoya
The Greens, Dubai
An intimate Japanese izakaya and ramen restaurant in The Onyx.
CreativeMoonrisePlate Snob PickHot right now
Moonrise
Al Satwa, Dubai
A rooftop chef's counter telling a highly personal Dubai story course by course.
Japanese ContemporaryMimi KakushiHot right now
Mimi Kakushi
Jumeirah, Dubai
Jazz-age styling and polished Japanese cooking in Restaurant Village.
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Every table worth considering.
Japanese Contemporary3FilsFeatured restaurantPlate Snob PickHot right now
3Fils
Jumeirah, Dubai
A compact harbour-side restaurant serving contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence.
JapaneseKinoyaFeatured restaurantPlate Snob PickHot right now
Kinoya
The Greens, Dubai
An intimate Japanese izakaya and ramen restaurant in The Onyx.
CreativeMoonrisePlate Snob PickHot right now
Moonrise
Al Satwa, Dubai
A rooftop chef's counter telling a highly personal Dubai story course by course.
Akira Back Dubai
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Japanese dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Clay Dubai
Bluewaters, Dubai
Nikkei dining in Bluewaters, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
JapaneseGoldfish Sushi & YakitoriGoldfish Sushi & Yakitori
Al Wasl, Dubai
A relaxed neighbourhood Japanese restaurant with sharp sushi and charcoal-grilled skewers.
Kayto
Jumeirah, Dubai
Nikkei dining in Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Japanese ContemporaryMimi KakushiHot right now
Mimi Kakushi
Jumeirah, Dubai
Jazz-age styling and polished Japanese cooking in Restaurant Village.
Nobu by the Beach
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Japanese dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Reif Japanese Kushiyaki
Jumeirah, Dubai
Japanese dining in Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
SUSHISAMBA Dubai
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Japanese Brazilian dining in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Armani/Hashi
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Japanese dining in Downtown Dubai, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
French-JapaneseBar des PrésCLAP Dubai
DIFC, Dubai
Japanese dining in DIFC, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Daikan Izakaya City Walk
City Walk, Dubai
Japanese dining in City Walk, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Daikan Ramen JLT
Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai
Japanese dining in Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
KIGO
DIFC, Dubai
Japanese dining in DIFC, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
NAZCAA
Downtown Dubai, Dubai
Nikkei dining in Downtown Dubai, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
Reif Japanese Kushiyaki Hills
Dubai Hills, Dubai
Japanese dining in Dubai Hills, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
ROKA Dubai
Business Bay, Dubai
Japanese dining in Business Bay, Dubai, listed for its useful fit in the local dining mix.
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Useful answers
Before you book.
What are the best japanese restaurants in Dubai?
3Fils is a strong place to start, backed by the broader Plate Snob selection on this page. The best choice still depends on your budget, preferred atmosphere and the kind of meal you are planning.
Is there a good-value option in this Dubai edit?
3Fils is among the more approachable options in this selection. Check the current menu before booking because set menus and per-person spend can change.
Which restaurant works when the setting matters?
3Fils is worth considering when atmosphere and location matter alongside the food. Use the practical details and map on this page to check whether it fits the occasion.
The wider UAE edit