Birmingham is known as the center of everything—be it cultural or social, commercial or financial—in the West Midlands. Considered as the “second city” of the United Kingdom, Birmingham is a great choice if you are looking for adventure, especially food adventure. Birmingham boasts a spectacular food scene and is known as the epicenter of a wide range of flavors. If you love Japanese dishes, there’s no better place in the UK to find plenty of authentic Japanese restaurants than Birmingham. Its location, which is far away from the sea, does not hinder Japanese restaurants in town from serving fresh and quality sushi. Other options you must try here include tempura, nigiri, maki, ramen, and more. Sometimes it gets overwhelming just how many food options there are. Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. Check out this list of the best Japanese restaurants in Birmingham, UK!
1. Kyoto Sushi & Grill
Sushi overload—that’s what you can get at Kyoto Sushi & Grill. Situated in The Arcadian, this awesome Japanese restaurant offers a new “all you can eat” concept, which means delicious food and unique flavors will be served nonstop. All food is guaranteed fresh, and to avoid food waste, an ordering system is implemented. What’s more? Salads, rolls, noodles, and plenty of fried food are also available here.
Kyoto Sushi & Grill
Address: The Arcadian, 72 Hurst St, Birmingham
Website: Kyoto Sushi & Grill
Opening hours: Mon - Wed: 4pm - 10pm; Thu: 4pm - 10:30pm; Fri - Sat: 12pm - 10:30pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm
2. Miyako Teppanyaki
Miyako Teppanyaki takes pride in being the first Japanese restaurant in Birmingham. It’s not surprising Miyako is one of the best Japanese restaurants in town, as it “set the precedent” of what true Asian food is. Coming from its name, teppanyaki, it practices a culinary art with a unique kind of technique from preparation to presentation. It’s not only your hungry tummy but also your eyes that will get satisfied, as you get entertained by Miyako’s talented chefs as they cook your meal on a heated steel plate.
Miyako Teppanyaki
Address: The Arcadian, Ladywell Walk, Hurst St, Birmingham
Website: Miyako Teppanyaki
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 12pm - 10:30pm; Sat: 5pm - 10:30pm; Sun: 6pm - 10pm
3. Yakinori
Yakinori is a combination of everything you are looking for in a splendid Japanese restaurant, from delicious food to impeccable service and a laid-back atmosphere. Salads, noodles, ramen, tempura, fresh juices, and even awesome ice cream flavors are available. The open kitchen where you can see the chefs preparing your meal adds to the experience.
Yakinori
Address: Unit 14, Grand Central, Birmingham
Website: Yakinori
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 10pm; Sun: 11am - 9pm
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4. Mount Fuji
If bento (an art of portioning delicious food) and green tea are what you’re after, then Mount Fuji is your go-to place. Situated in the center of Bullring, Mount Fuji brings you the flavors of Japan by serving tempting Japanese dishes—all in Tokyo style! The green tea is quite famous here, as it is grown on the restaurant’s own farm, right on the foothills of Mount Fuji in Japan. Vegan? No worries. Fried tofu and a special choice of vegetable sushi are available. Looking for sweets? Matcha green tea ice cream and hojicha ice cream are waiting to melt in your mouth.
Mount Fuji
Address: Moor St, Queensway, Birmingham
Website: Mount Fuji
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11:30am - 9pm; Sun: 11:30am - 7pm
5. Ten Ichi
The moment you step into Ten Ichi’s premises, you will admire its spacious and classy dining room and sushi bar in a glossy, contemporary glass-fronted building. Voted as one of the best restaurants in town, Ten Ichi serves delicious sushi and Japanese fusion dishes, from wagyu beef to lamb, king crab claw, and of course, the famous bento box. If you want a comfortable ambiance and delicious Japanese cuisine, Ten Ichi is your place to be.
Ten Ichi
Address: 70 Hurst St, Birmingham
Website: Ten Ichi
Opening hours: 12pm - 10pm (daily)
6. SUSHIDO
SUSHIDO in Japanese means “The Way of Sushi.” Delightful and colorful Japanese dishes that come from fresh and quality ingredients are offered here. Experience authentic Japanese dining—from the food to the ambiance. SUSHIDO is indeed a great escape from Birmingham, giving you the feeling of being transported to Japan. Enjoy everything this restaurant has to offer, from gluten-free options like maki, sashimi, or nigiri; to special menu items like tonkatsu and chicken dumplings.
SUSHIDO
Address: 4 Beeches Walk, Sutton Coldfield
Website: SUSHIDO
Opening hours: Thu - Sat: 12pm - 10pm; Mon - Tue: 5pm - 10pm (closed on Wed & Sun)
7. Wasabi Sushi & Bento
Whether you are vegan or an omnivore, Wasabi Sushi & Bento is your go-to place if you want a fast and tasty meal when traveling. Situated in Grand Central Station, this awesome restaurant serves a wide variety of food for all kinds of eaters, from sushi to bento boxes and more hot and delicious Japanese fare. Craving for seafood? Why not try the wasabi classic with surimi crabmeat or salmon nigiri set? For vegan friends, seaweed onigiri and tofu nigiri are the best choices. If you just want a light snack, green mochi and red mochi (Japanese rice cake) are available.
Wasabi Sushi & Bento
Address: 32 New St, Birmingham
Website: Wasabi Sushi & Bento
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 8am - 10:30pm; Sun: 9am - 9:30pm
8. YO!
Here at YO!, one day is not enough to taste all the mouthwatering Japanese food. It presents over 80 dishes that will tingle all your senses. Colorful, yummy, and guaranteed fresh, the sushi at YO! never runs out of style to make you crave for more. The menu is not limited to only sushi. Whether you fancy trying authentic ramen, having a big bowl of katsu curry, or tasting some fresh salads, YO! will not disappoint you.
YO!
Address: Grand Central, Unit MK9, Stephenson Pl, Birmingham
Website: YO!
Opening hours: 11:30am - 9pm (daily)
9. Yakinori Noodle & Sushi
Great food, laid-back atmosphere, impeccable service—all contribute to making Yakinori Noodle & Sushi a splendid Japanese restaurant on Bristol’s Park Street in Selly Oak. With the combination of traditional style in cooking and fresh quality ingredients, all of Yakinori’s menu will win your heart. Enhancing your experience is the exciting open kitchen, where you can enjoy watching the chefs as they do some action in cooking and preparing your meal. Indeed, noodles dominate the menu, but the bento and sushi are not to be missed as well. What’s more? Spectacular choices of freshly squeezed juices and wonderful ice cream flavors are available here.
Yakinori Noodle & Sushi
Address: 520 Bristol Rd, Birmingham
Website: Yakinori Noodle & Sushi
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
10. Shogun Cube
Shogun Cube is known for being consistently one of the best Japanese restaurants in town. Offering an extensive menu along with a modern and cool ambiance, this restaurant must be included in your food adventure in Birmingham. As they say, eating Japanese food is not only a gastronomic experience—it is also pure theater. And this is true with Shogun, as it features a wonderful noodle bar, teppanyaki tables, and sushi served through a conveyor belt. All the dishes are wonderfully prepared and presented in a unique and artistic style.
Shogun Cube
Address: The Cube, Level 7, Wharfside St, Birmingham
Website: Shogun Cube
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 12pm - 11pm; Sun: 12pm - 10pm
Explore authentic Japanese restaurants in Birmingham
Everyone craves Japanese food. If you are traveling to other parts of the world, it’s not surprising to see plenty of Japanese restaurants in every corner. If you happen to be in Birmingham, you are in the right place for a food adventure. Birmingham boasts a variety of flavors and dishes from all over the world, especially Japanese cuisine.
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