Newly Opened Authentic Japanese Restaurants in the Metro

Filipinos, especially Cebuanos, have a growing love for ramen and Japanese cuisine. With the recent opening of SM J Mall in A.S. Fortuna, Mandaue, a Japanese-themed mall, 15 new Japanese restaurants are set to open. Additionally, several other new Japanese restaurants have opened outside the mall, offering authentic Japanese dining experiences.

Here are three of the latest must-try Japanese restaurants in Cebu City and Mandaue City:

Sushi Station by Nonki

You could experience this trending conveyor belt sushi restaurant and the first in Cebu is the 14^th new restaurant of the beloved Japanese restaurant “NONKI”. A long-established Japanese restaurant here in Cebu and other parts of Visayas and Mindanao.

The interior of the store is decorated in the image of a subway station in Japan, and the entrance is a ticket gate. When you enter, a billboard advertisement "digital signage" is installed on the wall, and in the spacious restaurant that can accommodate 100 people, the kitchen is connected by rail to the customer seats, and the ordered menu is delivered to the train box

A SUSHI station that both children and adults can enjoy! The menu includes not only nigirisushi, but also fresh sashimi, fried foods, ramen, rice bowls, and desserts!  

Atmosphere of the restaurant See on  instagram reel

 SUSHI STATION

Opening hours: 11 am – 10 pm

 Map: L2 Floor, 3rd Floor of SM J Mall

YUKIMARU Modern Izakaya

Yukimaru Modern Izakaya, a new izakaya by Chibori, offers a diverse menu of Japanese favorites such as sashimi, sushi, tempura, tonkatsu, ramen, okonomiyaki, and more. The interior is inspired by a neon-lit Japanese downtown, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere. There are 160 seats, and there are private rooms that can accommodate up to 70 seats, so it is recommended for groups and drinking parties.

  
The dumplings were juicy and tasty. A popular menu item for Filipinos is the beef enoki roll and the eye-catching jumbo shrimp fries! Other recommended dishes for Japan are Katsu Curry (279 pesos) and Oyakodon (199 pesos)! This may be the only place in Cebu where you can eat Japan meals at this price.

All-you-can-eat and all-you-can-drink plan! Recommended for year-end parties and New Year's parties

For groups of 10 or more, we recommend the affordable "All-you-can-drink, all-you-can-eat plan". Please use it for year-end parties, New Year's parties, Christmas and birthday parties, etc.

All you can eat and drink plan

• 999 pesos (2 hours) • 1,299 pesos (3 hours)

   

All-you-can-eat｜Salmon Tekka, Tuna Sashimi, Yukimaruro, Fried Chicken, Potatoes, Edamame, Dashimaki, Shrimp Salad, Yakisoba, Yakitori Edamame, french fries and yakisoba are all-you-can-eat.

    

All you can drink｜Beer, Sour, High ball (Gin Beam), Makgeolli, Chamisulu, Soft drink.

　

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In addition, YUKIMARU can also be ordered at Foodpanda and Grab Food!

Order: Foodpanda

Order: Grab Food

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YUKIMARU Modern Izakaya

Opening Hours 

• Weekdays|11 am – 2 pm / 5 pm-10 pm

• Saturdays and Sundays|10 am-11 pm

 MAP: G/F, AXIS New Wing, Vibo Place, Cebu City
    

KUSHI IZAKAYA| Japan Izakaya "Kushi" full of retro feeling

   

The restaurant offers a full Japanese Izakaya menu with Yakitori and Kushikatsu as its main dishes. The pork belly is grilled over charcoal and served with a choice of salt or sauce. The menu includes classic skewers such as quail eggs, eggplant wrapped around pork belly, and shiitake mushrooms.

   

   

In addition to beef, shrimp, and sweet potato kushikatsu, there is also a Filipino style “banana kushikatsu” (skewered banana)! In addition, there are rice bowls, yakisoba, okonomiyaki, and a variety of “snacks” that go well with beer and shochu (distilled spirits), all at reasonable prices! This is a great place for a drinking party or a fun time with friends!

   

Atmosphere in the store View on Instagram Reels

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KUSHI IZAKAYA

Opening hours:

• Sunday ~ Thursday | 11:30 am - 2 pm / 5 pm - 10 pm

• Friday & Saturday | 11:30 am - 2 pm / 5 pm - 12 am (midnight)

 MAP: Banilad Town Center, Adelfa, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu