11 Best Japanese Restaurants in Pearl City

Spicy Ahi & BBQ Sushi • $$
98-1254 Kaʻahumanu St, Pearl City

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Tonkatsu

“I've tried this place several times and finally got a chance to write a review. I've always ordered the 2-choice(combination) Teishoku and tried different kinds of items. After every visit, I must say, everything was good! The quality and presentation is top notch. This time, I ordered the Chicken Teriyaki and Mini Chirashi combination. The chicken was excellent. It was soft, and the teriyaki sauce was very flavorful, not overwhelming. The mini Chirashi (which was an extra charge of $4) came with ahi, salmon, shrimp, tako, and ika. Everything was fresh and tasty, especially when slightly dipped in wasabi/shoyu sauce. Tan ordered the combination salmon and spicy ahi. I had a piece of salmon, and it was cooked to perfection. The Spicy Ahi(another extra charge of $3) was also flavorful. It was more on the creamy side than on a chunky side. Both combinations were served with miso soup and a bowl of greens. Hot tea was also included. The only downside of all my visits was that they always ran out of Ahi Tempura. We came in 15 minutes after opening at 5:15 pm, and it was sold out 5 minutes prior. Hot item!! I would have given them a 4 star, but the food quality and customer service were superior. It made up for that star. It was so good we made a salmon takeout order for tomorrows lunch.“

4.7 Superb127 Reviews
Gyotaku Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $$
98-1226 Kaʻahumanu St, Pearl City

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Early Bird Special with Teriyaki Salmon
Misoyaki Butterfish & Tenpura Pack
Okinawan Sweet Potato Pie
Crunchy Tenpura Roll
Miso Soup & Salad
Tonkatsu Teishoku
California Roll
Shrimp Tenpura
Chicken Katsu
Dragon Roll

“Solid Japanese meal. Sushi seemed a little overpressed. Wish they'd offered green tea with the meal rather than at the end. Busy tonight, but nice service. Shave ice size got smaller this year. Key lime pie was nice. Ice cream/sorbet kinda steep price.“

4.4 Superb143 Reviews
Matsuzaka-Tei Japanese • $
1029 Makolu St B, Pearl City

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Ontama Egg Beef Rice Bowl with Egg
Otama Teriyaki Chicken with Rice
Rice Beef Bowl
Chicken Katsu

“I recently went to Japan and LOVED the food. After I returned to Hawaii I started searching for Japanese food that was like it was in Japan. This place is legitimately Japanese food and tastes amazing. The staff is fast and always friendly. I love this place, highly recommend!“

4.3 Superb202 Reviews
Rokaru Shabu Shabu Hot Pot • $$
1140 Kuala St #104, Pearl City

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Shabu Items Beef Brisket and Ramen Noodles
Shabu Shabu Set for One
Rokaru Candied Bacon
Garlic Chicken Pupu
Karaage Chicken
Baby Bok Choy
Tonkotsu
Hot Pot

“It's ok for shabu shabu however the service could be better. Not only they keep reminding us we only have 1.30 min even before we seat they also forget to bring our protein. They have 2 choice standard all you can eat or for extra $5 premium. I guess it's ok. Also the stove is way too high so it's become Inconvenience.Vegetarian options: It's okDietary restrictions: HorribleParking: Free parkingKid-friendliness: NopeWheelchair accessibility: Nope“

4.3 Superb58 Reviews
IchiBen Restaurant Ramen • $$
98-1258 Kaʻahumanu St, Pearl City

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Butterfish and Shrimp Tempura Combo
Chicken Katsu Curry
Char Siu Ramen

“We had avoided dining here because of the health department finding them about 5 years ago. OUR LOSS! We tried it and was blown away by the food quality and taste! The restaurant is very clean, and so is the kitchen (visible through a large window behind the cashier). I've had the Japanese teshoku shrimp and the ramen set (tried the white broth which is boiled overnight and so impressed by its taste, that I ordered it again the next time we went there). Both were excellent. They also offerbrown rice which helps my diet restrictions. They are generous with the servings. The service is friendly and professional. It's become our new "go to" restaurant.Dietary restrictions: They offer brown rice.“

4.1 Good141 Reviews
Sushiman Sushi • $
1000 Kamehameha Hwy, Pearl City

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Spam Roll

“Yet another great place to take out sushi. Many options for nigiri, rolls, bowls, and bento. The salmon nigiri was particularly soft and everything was well made. Would visit again. Easy to find in the small foodcourt of Pearl Highlands with lots of parking.“

4 Good71 Reviews
Ramen Ya Pearl City Japanese • $$
1170 Kuala St, Pearl City

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Chicken Katsu Curry Rice Pork Frid Rice Gyoza
Curry Ramen Chicken Katsu Curry
Mochiko Chicken w Fried Rice
Seafood on Crispy Noodle
Beef Stew Curry Rice
Mochiko Chicken
Pork Fried Rice
Big Ramen Bowl
Seafood Ramen
Wonton Ramen

“We were so busy tonight running errands that we had little time or thought for dinner. My wife and I were hungry and I didn't have much cash on me. We were on H1 headed home and called ahead for an order of pork fried rice. It was very good. We also asked for a small to go cup of vinegar to "kick it up a notch"! Lol. We also added a bit of Tabasco just to open the nasal passages. Lol. The response time was quick and the food hot and ready as soon as I got to the restaurant. We love the large healthy serving size for the money. My wife and I split it down the middle without argument, which was nice for a change. See the picture below and keep in mind this is one serving. Yup, well worth the visit. I'm stuffed!“

4 Good184 Reviews
Damo Sushi Sushi • $$
2658, 850 Kamehameha Hwy #130, Pearl City

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Spicy Shrimp Tempura Roll
Miso Soup
Nachos
Sushi
Rolls

“Omg I am so glad my hubby found this spot! The sushi is soooo yummy and FRESH!! I love that they give Romaine with every roll. And don't even get me started on their poke (I'm drooling just thinking about it and I'm so stuffed) it is by the far the BEST poke I've ever had, just melts in your mouth! And the service is very friendly, warm and lots of aloha. They definitely show their love and aloha through every roll!Very quick service!It's such a cute little spot! Very welcoming, comfortable, and intimate.I wish we had time to take pictures but it was just THAT good!Much mahalos and we will definitely be back!“

3.9 Good42 Reviews
Daiichi Ramen Pearl City Japanese • $
1029 Makolu St Suite E, Pearl City

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Chicken Fried Rice
Calamari Katsu
Tonkotsu Ramen
Tan Tan Ramen
Spam Katsu
Tempura

“This is me and my husband’s go too! I always get the tonkotsu ramen and husband gets the curry. They give a good portion for their price too! I haven’t had a bad experience and we’ve been here almost once every week for a whole month lol.“

3.9 Good49 Reviews
Teriyaki Madness Asian Fusion • $$
1000 Kamehameha Hwy Ste 226, Pearl City

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Chicken Breast Teriyaki Bowl
Side Orange Chicken 8oz
Mad Spicy Steak Bowl
Orange Chicken Bowl
Yakisoba Noodles
Spicy Chicken
Edamame
Eggroll

“I was skeptical about coming here at first because of the three stars I saw on yelp. But I came anyways and I’m glad I did. The service was amazing, the lady was kind. The place was clean and looked nice. The wait for the food wasn’t that long and the food was delicious. I’m definitely coming back.“

3.7 Good70 Reviews
Up Roll Café Pearl Highlands Sushi • $$
1000 Kamehameha Hwy # 100, Pearl City

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Ahi Lover Avocado
Aioli Chicken
Yuzu Salmon
Crab Roll
Salad
Poke

“We ordered the vegan inari and also a vegan Korean bowl that was on special. Both were absolutely delicious! I especially liked the bowl with the ginger dressing and the vegan inari roll with the miso sesame mayo. All the ingredients were so fresh and delicious. We will definitely be back! I hope the vegan Korean bowl makes it to the permanent menu! Oh and the Mamaki tea was delicious as well and the service was excellent!“

3.5 Good93 Reviews
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