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YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen

YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen

YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen, originally from Yokohama, opened in October 17 at Jupiter, Makati. It is brought by Yakiniku Zanmai, a famous barbecue restaurant that has been successfully operating several branches around Japan for at least fifteen years. The restaurant has a modern concept that lets customers feel the Japanese-style of hospitality. It is owned by two Japanese who aimed to deliver the luxurious beef flavor from Japan to Manila. Find fresh and quality meat in Manila. Enjoy a banquet of grilled meat here. The owners highly recommend two dishes: Wagyu-Tokujo Karubi and Harami which are both for P690. The restaurant has 12 tables good six people each. It also offers […]
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • Japanese 2018
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
  • Yakiniku
    • Umenoya

    Umenoya

    Japanese flavors, reasonable prices, unruffled setting. Enjoy a generous serving of TERIYAKI CHICKEN DON (P252) Owned by the city’s mayor, Umenoya Japanese Restaurant is tucked away in a tranquil village allowing diners to quietly savor their meal. Its TERIYAKI CHICKEN DON dish is popular with Japanese tourists visiting the town. Enjoy this plump glutinous Japanese rice cake, topped with teriyaki chicken that’s tender enough to cut with chopsticks. There’s a long list of exciting dishes on their menu worth checking out so don’t forget to add Umenoya to your itinerary when you head to the south!
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  • Laguna
  • Japanese
    • Ukokkei Japan: Affordable and heavenly ramen eats

    Ukokkei Japan: Affordable and heavenly ramen eats

    Ukokkei Japan lets us taste good quality ramen at an affordable price!
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Hana Japanese Restaurant

    Hana Japanese Restaurant

    Hana Japanese Restaurant is a small restaurant in Laguna that offers authentic Japanese cuisine, such as soba, udon, maki and katsudon. The food servings are good for solo or sharing.  Have an exquisite taste of a Japanese bento for around P 90 – P 300. Ebi tempura Not only are the food authentic, but also the restaurant has a Japanese feel. It may be small but it gets easily packed especially during weekends.
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  • Laguna
  • Japanese
    • KOMORO

    KOMORO

    Komoro Japanese Dining is one of the pioneers of affordable Japanese restaurants in the country and one of the first that introduced Japanese bento in the Philippines. It has been enjoying over two decades of success since it started with its authentic Japanese cuisine offering that are both delectable and reasonably-priced. In Manila, Komoro is nestled in SM Megamall. Customers will find all the quintessential Japanese dishes but for new comers it is recommended they try Komoro’s best-selling Katsudon paired with Soba. These 2 dishes are more than enough to satisfy a Japanese craving. Katsudon (P105); Soba (P88) Also highly recommended are the crowd favorites Gyoza and Ebi Tempura, and […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
    • Uncle Tetsu Sweets Shop

    Uncle Tetsu Sweets Shop

    Treat yourself with Uncle Tetsu’s world-famous Japanese cheesecakes. Their specialty cheesecakes have soft and moist texture and come in a variety of delightful flavors. A whole cake is priced at P299. You may also their new product the Pastry Puff that recently came out. Handmade using the finest and freshest ingredients, each piece will make you ask for more. Visit their branches at SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, and SM North Edsa.
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Hattendo

    Hattendo

    Have a taste of heaven in your mouth with Hattendo from Japan. These excellent fluffy, pillowy cream buns with melting smooth texture have reached the Philippines and have been delighting Filipinos with its branches in SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall Mega Fashion Hall, and Power Plant Mall at Baker’s Dozen Rockwell Center. These sweet treats with melt-in-your-mouth goodness come from Hiroshima, from the dough and cream to the wrapping, each item is handmade and delivered straight to the shop. Choose from among its seven flavors including custard and whipped cream.
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Gyumon Yakiniku Restaurant

    Gyumon Yakiniku Restaurant

    GYUMON is an authentic Yakiniku restaurant that has branches in Makati and Pan Pacific Hotel, Malate. Here in GYUMON, meat imported from America and Australia is charbroiled. Gyumon’s beef rib eye is nice and tender. This, together with their prime short rib, is  said to be two of the most popular among the suggested dishes. —- Yukhoe (fresh meat top with egg and sesame sead) -Yukhoe Yakiniku If you are wondering which dishes on the menu you should order, check out the Bestseller 3 (P1,100). If you still have room in your tummy after that, try the Yakiniku (prime short rib, cow tongue, and outside skirt) which has a flavorful taste and an affordable […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Manila
  • Malate
  • Japanese
  • Yakiniku
    • UCC Mentore

    UCC Mentore

    UCC (Ueshima Coffee Co.) is known as one of Japan’s oldest coffee shops. Here in the Philippines, it is popular for its specialty shops and is known to be the pioneer of Japanese-style coffee making. UCC puts a premium on the beans it uses and the quality of the coffee it makes. Considered as one of the drivers of the Third Wave Coffee movement, UCC offers an exceptional coffee experience that has been well-received by Filipinos. Popular among the older generations, UCC has lately been drawing the young market as well. Since Filipinos are passionate food lovers, all of UCC concept stores have revamped their menu to cater to the […]
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • Cafe
  • Desserts
  • SM Aura
  • Japanese
  • Cafe
  • Desserts
    • Kichitora of Tokyo: A Distinct Taste of Ramen

    Kichitora of Tokyo: A Distinct Taste of Ramen

    Kichitora of Tokyo brings their famous chicken-broth based ramen to the shores of the Philippines.
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Kokoro Ramenya

    Kokoro Ramenya

    Looking for a place to eat to your heart’s content? Worry no more! From wonderful service to tasty servings, Kokoro Ramenya has got the seat for you. ‘Kokoro’ means heart in Japanese, this means a lot of things beyond the crew and the restaurant. From hospitality and warmth towards customers to their love for giving the best and authentic Ramen, everything is done from the heart. Each of its growing branches is considered a place of ramen goodness. Authenticity This ramen joint is led by the Japanese chef and Ramen connoisseur from Shinjuku, Susumo Murata, offering a wide variety of selections using fresh ingredients that burst with flavor and big […]
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  • Manila
  • Quezon City
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • TENYA Tempura Tendon

    TENYA Tempura Tendon

    Tenya hails from Asakusa in Tokyo where it’s been serving arguably the best Tendon in Japan with its chain of restaurants. And today, Tenya extends its reach to the Philippines having established a branch in SM Megamall. But what is a Tendon? It’s simply a combination of tempura and a don (rice topped with toppings) making it a Tendon. There are many selections from the entrée but the Jo Tempura is a favorite choice. It offers the classic Tendon experience paired with Soba or Udon that can either be hot or cold.   Jo Tempura Soba / Udon (P445)  Those who’ve dined at Tenya know that the most addicting part […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Ortigas Center
  • Japanese
    • Saboten, Makati: The Authentic Katsu and Japanese Comfort Food Experience (CLOSED)

    Saboten, Makati: The Authentic Katsu and Japanese Comfort Food Experience (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. Saboten is the only franchise venture of Raintree Group of Restaurants specializing in Katsu, a popular Japanese cutlet specialty made from deep-fried meat coated with bread crumbs. This Japanese concept restaurant started in the neighborhood of Shinjuku, Tokyo where its maiden shop opened in 1966. Saboten is now considered as one of the largest Tonkatsu chains with over 500 outlets in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Canada, China and now in the Philippines with branches in Serendra Global City and Glorieta 5 in Makati. Also read: Saboten in BGC: Home of Decades-Old Original Katsu Dining in Saboten is like being […]
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • Hot Pot 2017
  • Serendra
  • Japanese
  • Hot Pot 2017
  • Tonkatsu
    • Haru Sushi Bar and Restaurant, an Idyllic Japanese Cuisine Experience

    Haru Sushi Bar and Restaurant, an Idyllic Japanese Cuisine Experience

    Haru Sushi Bar and Restaurant’s theme is Japanese through and through, from the food to every bit of its interiors, which is a picture of rural and traditional Japan. It is the perfect place for those who want to have a taste and feel of Japan without leaving the country. It is located in Kapitolyo Pasig and right beside Café Juanita. The two restaurants are owned by Dr. Efren “Boy” R. Vazquez M.D, a distinguished doctor turned successful restaurateur. Doctor Vazquez turned his passion for food into flourishing ventures and now sits at the helm of his restaurants’ operations along with his son who is also a doctor. Dining at […]
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  • Pasig
  • Kapitolyo
  • Japanese
    • Ogawa Traditional Japanese Restaurant in BGC

    Ogawa Traditional Japanese Restaurant in BGC

    Carefully thought and with intricate design and architecture, Ogawa promises customers to have the experience of being in Japan with their vibe and dishes.
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese 2018
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
    • Ohsama Ramen

    Ohsama Ramen

    Adding more flavor to the ramen scene The sister company of the already established and more popular ramen house in Makati City Nihonbashitei, OHSAMA RAMEN which started in January 2015 serves a wide-range selection of delectable ramen especially created to excite more lovers of the iconic noodle staple in and around the metro. The ramen house’s interiors has the Japanese minimalist vibe with its generous space, clean lines, contemporary tables and chairs setting, subdued, easy-on-the-eye colors, high ceiling and roomy loft-type second floor which also has function rooms for small and big events like meetings, birthdays, and other occasions. The location is also a big draw because it is right […]
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  • A. Arnaiz Avenue
  • Makati
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Mecha Uma

    Mecha Uma

    A passion-drive project conceived by Bruce Ricketts gave birth to Mecha Uma, a restaurant boasting a global cuisine intertwined with Japanese nuances. The menu offers a seasonal tasting in which ingredients are airflown from Japan. It also utilizes local organic produce. Tucked in a little corner, where everything is quiet contrary to the usual scene in BGC, is Mecha Uma. Mecha Uma is an abbreviation of a Japanese expression, mechakucha and umai meaning absurd, and unreasonably delicious, which fittingly reflects the quality of their food. Start with this fresh Tuna (P255) abundant in rich flavors, sandwich in coconut tuile responsible for keeping all the ingredients intact. – Tuna (P255) with […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese
    • Zipang

    Zipang

    Zipang brings the Japanese flavor nearer as one can now enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine as prepared by a Japanese chef. The classic sushi and the tempura, popular B-class gourmet food in Japan, can now be availed without going out of the country. – JUST LIKE THE ORIGINAL. Zipang guarantees the authentic Japanese food experience to anyone who would try their menu. – Recommended from their menu is their Sanzokuyaki (P300), a Nagano specialty of chicken marinated in soy, sake and garlic, deep-fried until golden. It is a house special of Zipang. If one is craving for fish, one must order their Shake Shioyaki (P250), which is buttered and grilled salmon […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Japanese
    • Zaan Japanese Tea House in QC: A Japanese Home Cooking Bistro

    Zaan Japanese Tea House in QC: A Japanese Home Cooking Bistro

    You can find solace at Zaan Japanese Tea House as it reflects comfort and style in both the interior and food.
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  • Quezon City
  • Quezon City Restaurant 2019
  • Japanese
  • Quezon City Restaurant 2019
    • Hanako

    Hanako

    You can tell what people like to eat with the kind of restaurants in their neighborhood. For those living in Better Living, it’s safe to say that it’s Japanese food. Amidst the rows of car repair shops and banks is Hanako, one of the Japanese restaurants along Dona Soledad with predominantly white and neon green exteriors. . Hanako from the outside . The restaurant seems very inviting. The interiors play with green and white colors, while the service crew is easy to talk to. Owned by Jon Bantigue and Caloy Sycip, Hanako offers a wide selection of casual Japanese food. They’ve got sushi, donburi, teppanyaki, gyoza, and even dessert if […]
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  • Parañaque
  • Japanese
    • Usagi Cafe

    Usagi Cafe

    Las Piñas City. For most of the people who live in the northern part of Manila, it is an unsettlingly quiet area where everything is too relaxed. But it’s exactly what southerners love about the city: the villages never feel congested, people can go out in casual attire, everyone can roam around without being choked by traffic fumes, and there are so many tiny neighborhood gems to discover and love. Usagi Cafe is one of these neighborhood gems. Set in a peaceful street of BF Resort, the Japanese-inspired cafe can be quite easy to miss unless you keep your eyes peeled for it. The cafe is recognizable by the colorful […]
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  • Las Piñas
  • Japanese
    • Sushi Ninja

    Sushi Ninja

    Meet the perfect sushi craving-buster in Alabang! Among the clusters of shops and restaurants in Westgate, Alabang is Sushi Ninja, a hip restaurant serving Japanese food and scrumptious varieties of sushi. The restaurant space resembles a cool warehouse, with its quirky sushi clock and Japanese countertop figurines and wood and metal elements. Conceptualized by Matthew Floro Tanjuakio, who left his marketing gig to study at the California Sushi Academy in LA, the restaurant started out as a stall in weekend markets like Soderno and Mercato and later branched out as a catering business and finally as a full-fledged restaurant. Spicy Tuna Salad Sushi Ninja has a diverse menu, ranging from […]
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  • Muntinlupa
  • Alabang
  • Japanese
    • AKIRA: the Art of Sushi and Teppanyaki

    AKIRA: the Art of Sushi and Teppanyaki

    Located at Shangri-La Plaza in Ortigas, AKIRA is a sushi and teppanyaki restaurant named after the late Japanese filmmaker Akira Kurosawa. The restaurant has a laid-back atmosphere, delighting both visual and gastronomical needs. One of this restaurant’s attractions is the large iron plate where customers can watch the chefs as they create art out of their dishes. The chefs prepare each dish meticulously, aiming to achieve perfection in every detail, just as the Japanese do. The restaurant serve best quality Japanese wagyu in the premium A3 and A4 grades. They have classic Japanese food such as tonkatsu, ramen, sushi, sashimi, tempura. Japanese liquors are also available. Akira has branches at […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • Shangri-La Plaza
  • Japanese
    • Ramen Kagetsu Arashi

    Ramen Kagetsu Arashi

    The long awaited Ramen Kagetsu Arashi has finally opened its very first restaurant in the Philippines! The newly-opened restaurant is located at the 2nd floor of Paseo Center, facing Ayala Triangle. It is one of the largest chains of ramen restaurants in Japan with over 260 branches. Its constantly changing menu offers a variety of ramen, some of which are only seasonal, which attracts ramen fans all over the world. The store is brightly lit and filled with table seats and booths in vibrant color, giving it a modern and retro look and feel that families and couples alike can appreciate. Its signature dish, the Arashi Genkotsu Ramen (P295), has […]
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  • Paseo de Roxas
  • Makati
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Eri Curry in SM Mega Mall

    Eri Curry in SM Mega Mall

    Located on the 3rd floor of Mega Atrium in SM Mega Mall, Eri Curry is a restaurant that specializes in Japanese curry. Chef Erica, owner of Eri Curry, is a Filipina who grew up in Japan. Her love for Japanese curry inspired her to put up her own restaurant. She wanted to introduce her favorite dish in a way that Filipinos would love – a little sweet in flavor without taking away the genuine Japanese curry taste. At Eri Curry, customers can adjust the amount of spice and choose the toppings for the curry dish. There are three levels of spiciness: Just Right, Spicy and Firey, which is recommended for […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
    • BANZAI: The Great Authentic Japanese Buffet (CLOSED)

    BANZAI: The Great Authentic Japanese Buffet (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. Banzai is the country’s biggest Japanese buffet located at SM By the Bay, Mall of Asia, Pasay City. Banzai interior reflects a traditional Japanese setting. Upon entering, the guests are welcomed with Japanese lanterns, bamboo shoots, wood floor, cherry blossom tree and even Dotonbori neon signs. The restaurant is big enough to accommodate a maximum of 417 people. Banzai runs an open kitchen where you can see how the chefs prepare each dish. Everything is cooked on the spot, so everyone can enjoy fresh and authentic Japanese cooking. This Japanese buffet restaurant is supervised by 2 Japanese chefs to ensure the […]
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  • Pasay
  • Buffet
  • Mall of Asia
  • Japanese
  • Buffet
  • Tonkatsu
    • Ramen KURODA at BF Homes

    Ramen KURODA at BF Homes

    Located along Aguirre street in BF Homes, Ramen KURODA serves 3 different flavors of ramen: red (spicy), black (with a touch of garlic and black sesame), and white (standard).  There is also a set which already includes a bowl of ramen, pork cutlet and rice. Make sure to order gyoza for side dish. The extensive shop with 77 seating capacity Black ramen (P290) The gyoza made by the wife of the Japanese general manager Ramen + pork cutlet + rice (P450)
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  • Parañaque
  • BF Homes
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Ippudo

    Ippudo

    Filipinos have embraced the hearty ramen dish and are extremely fond of these satisfying bowls of heaven – flavorful broth with al dente noodles and a range of tantalizing toppings to boot. World-famous ramen emporium IPPUDO is set to take Manila by storm, with a slated opening in September 2014 at the 3rd level of the Megamall Fashion Hall. Founded in 1985 by Shigemi Kawahara, the internationally-renowned Ramen King, IPPUDO PH is the newest addition to other global stores in places such as New York, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taipei, Sydney, Malaysia and Thailand. Backed by a huge following around the world, recognitions from the top dogs in the culinary industry, and boasting […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Tokyo Tonteki in Greenbelt 5: Your Go-to Restaurant Serving Juicy Pork Loin Steaks

    Tokyo Tonteki in Greenbelt 5: Your Go-to Restaurant Serving Juicy Pork Loin Steaks

    Tokyo Tonteki is a restaurant in Japan that is widely known for its juicy pork loin steak. Visit it now in Greenbelt 5, Makati City!
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Pork 2019
  • Japanese
  • Pork 2019
    • ROSANJIN

    ROSANJIN

    ROSANJIN is a casual Japanese restaurant at SM Mega Fashion Hall that specializes in Japanese bento sets. The restaurant was named after the famous Japanese potter Rosanjin Kitaoji. – – Rosanjin’s interior is simple and straight to the point. Wood and bamboo shoots with splashes of red color are visible in the place. The long wall covered with Mt. Fuji art is also the highlight of the restaurant. – – Most people think of sushi or ramen when they think of a Japanese food, but there is a lot more than that. Rosanjin’s menu consists of all-time Japanese favourite home cooking. There are plenty to choose from while in here. […]
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  • Mandaluyong
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese