Japanese restaurant in Christchurch

“Repeat customer. Love that there are a handful of vegan options. Service is always so prompt. Requests are not a fuss. The loyalty card is appreciated.”

At DOSHIRAC Chicken & Bowl, the menu stays simple, bistro‑style and no‑fuss. Portions are generous yet well judged. Front‑of‑house runs with calm, helpful energy. Pricing lines up with the offer.

“I always go back because the quality of the food never change and the best ramen i ever had around Christchurch. Keep it up!!”

“Excellent opportunity to have some good food around Hereford av. In Central Christchurch. The music remembers me an Japanese karaoke with no doubt. Lovely staff and delicious food, was a very good pick specially with our first table reservation what guarantee’s us 50% off.”

“Their teriyaki Tofu Don is the best in town! I really appreciate their vegan options and the staff are lovely. I come here at least once a week, sometimes twice, and never get tired of their dishes. They also let me bring my own bowl which is fantastic. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone :)”

“Best sushi in Selwyn for sure. Up there across Canterbury.”

At St Pierre's Sushi + Bento Bowl, the menu stays Japanese‑leaning with tidy execution. Gluten‑free needs are handled with care. Serve sizes show solid value. Service stays present without fuss. Meals...

“Great tasting sushi with genuine great service, will be coming back again.”

“This is located in a food court and shared spaces with another restaurant Eight grains dumplings and Bao. We ordered the vegan bento box with soy marinated eggs, vegan ramen and gyozas. The portions are sumptuous and the food is really tasty. All the sides in the bento box were delicious especially the miso ramen. The vegan ramen was delicious too. Overall the ambience is really good combined with very fast service”

“Last day in Christchurch and glad to come across this teppanyaki restaurant. Is value for money for the set menu and we selected chef suggestion which come with Beef, Prawns and Chicken . The set also comes with an appetiser, miso soup and rice and the portion is generous. The chef is quite skilful and the beef is superb tasty , tender and not overcook even I ordered for medium well. Best to book in advance to sit at the chef counter.”

“My Japanese wife and I keep going back here, we try other places now and again but they can’t compare. She says it’s authentic, just the same as you can get in Japan. For myself, I like going to hachi hachi because I like the real unprocessed meat that they cook just right and fresh veges and salad”

Katsubi Riccarton leans into a breakfast‑and‑brunch approach with tidy execution. Easy carry‑out for a simple night in. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. The team keeps things friendly and organised.

“No idea what the 1 star reviews like CHLOE are talking about. this is the best sushi I have had of all time. Perfect amount of sauce, and mayo. chicken and rice ratio is made to perfection. When ever I am in Kaiapoi I am always sure to stop by and buy a tray of sushi. Keep doing what you're doing guys, because what ever you're doing it's working.”

At Arin Sushi & Dumplings, the menu stays Japanese‑leaning with tidy execution. Service stays present without fuss. Bento and small plates make for an easy spread. Portions are generous yet well judged.

St Pierre's Sushi + Bento Bowl delivers a simple, bistro‑style line‑up that’s straight to the point. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Meals reach the pass promptly. Portions are generous yet well judged.

“These ladies are absolutely lovely lovely people. Their food is faultless, they are ALWAYS smiling and happy and up for a laugh. I just love coming into this eatery. You ladies ROCK!!!”

“I stopped by to grab some food at the late lunch time. The lady with a smile greeted us. Very helpful and lovely owner or staff. Sushi also tasted good. Not too sweet not dry. Love to visit sometimes. Heaps thanks”

“First time had lunch with my wife today. Many interesting dishes on the lunch menu. My wife ordered the Fuji special dumpling set menu $22. It cames with small plates of pickle, bokchoi, fruit, vinegar and chili sauce. The dumplings were reasonable size full of meat and tasty. I ordered the HK style soya chicken leg$15.99 also cames with little plates of pickles, bokchoi, fruit and a small bowl of seaweed soup and rice. I have to asked the friendly waitress to have the chicken leg chopped up as it cames out whole. We enjoyed our meals and the friendly services of the waitress. Will come back to try their dinner as there are lots interesting dishes on the dinner menu.”

Sushi Paradise keeps things Japanese‑leaning and focused on flavour. The team keeps things friendly and organised. Bento and small plates make for an easy spread. Serve sizes show solid value. A sensi...

Izakaya Koji Christchurch City delivers a pan‑Asian comfort line‑up that’s straight to the point. Takeaway travels well and holds its crunch. Vegetarian picks read as complete plates. Service stays present without fuss.

“So yummy, love the spicy chicken sushi. great chicken and they sell the sushi cheap before closing so a good deal for a quick dinner! Staff are so nice”

“My favourite sushi place in the country. They live up to their name, truly oishiiiiii.”

“U can find them at Sunday Market in Riccarton, fresh hand made from scratch at site, absolutely delicious and authentic. Made my day!”

“Great food (specifically the chicken udon) at a very reasonable price point for the area!”

“Bloody good sushi and the staff are lovely! Conveniently located within the Barrington Mall. Can't fault them”

SUSHi WORLD runs with a Japanese‑leaning menu and an easy pace. Service stays present without fuss. Broths and noodles keep good heat and snap. Plates offer plenty without weighing things down. Value...

“Amazing food. Very tasty, Great choices. Nice and clean. Recommend”

“Not sure what all the bad reviews are about! Me and all my team always get sushi from here. Always super fresh and delicious!”

“Thursday/Friday/Saturday open until mid night~”