Japanese Restaurants Bangkok

Welcome to TripAtrek’s ultimate guide to Japanese restaurants in Bangkok – your go-to hub for discovering the best authentic (and affordable) Japanese dining in the city. From world-class sushi and ramen to cozy izakayas, crispy tonkatsu, sizzling okonomiyaki, and everything in between, Bangkok’s Japanese food scene is thriving. Whether you’re craving late-night yakitori in Sukhumvit, premium omakase, or quick conveyor-belt sushi, you’ll find it here.Dive into our detailed reviews and guides below:

Japanese Restaurants Bangkok
January 31, 2026Tucked discreetly on the 1st floor of a building (enter via the carpark just past Aloft Hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 11, then take the elevator up), Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi feels like a quiet portal to authentic Japanese dining amid Bangkok’s bustling chaos. This no-frills tonkatsu specialist delivers exactly what purists crave: ultra-crispy panko-coated pork cutlets with juicy, tender meat inside, served in classic sets with unlimited rice, shredded cabbage, miso soup, and a side of tonkatsu sauce. It’s straightforward, high-quality Japanese comfort food without the hype or crowds. The interior nails that authentic Tokyo vibe—simple, clean, and unpretentious. You’ll find standard dining tables alongside traditional horigotatsu (sunken-floor Japanese tables) for that authentic seated-on-the-floor experience. Don’t forget to wear your good socks as it is shoes off to sit at these tables. Inside Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi on Sukhumvit Soi 11, Bangkok Experience traditional horigotatsu seating at Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi The menu is refreshingly minimal, mostly in Japanese with English translations available, focusing on a solid selection of tonkatsu entrees, plus some fried/grilled sides and appetizers. The star is the premium Kurobuta pork from Kagoshima (descended from Berkshire pigs originally imported from England)—known for its rich marbling, exceptional tenderness, and deep flavor. Popular tonkatsu set options include: Rosu Katsu (loin cut) – the juicy classic, often praised for its balance of crispiness and fat. Hire Katsu (fillet/tenderloin) – leaner and more tender. Specialty variations like Kurobuta Jo Rosukatsu (premium loin), Kurobuta Cheese Rosukatsu (with cheese), Kurobuta Jo Hirekatsu (premium fillet), and Kurobuta Cheese Hirekatsu. Juicy premium pork loin tonkatsu set at hidden gem Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi on Soi 11 Sukhumvit – Bangkok’s top Japanese cutlet spot. Premium Rosu Katsu pork loin at Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi Tonkatsu sets typically range from around THB 280–400+ (e.g., basic rosukatsu around THB 280, premium or jumbo options higher), depending on cut size/quality—excellent value for the premium Kurobuta and generous portions. Sets come with unlimited refills on rice and cabbage, making it filling and satisfying. Beyond tonkatsu, the menu offers complementary items like wakame salad (highly recommended for its addictive sesame dressing), fried prawns, grilled dishes, and other Japanese staples—keeping things focused without overwhelming choices. Drinks lean Japanese: a large draft Japanese beer for THB 150 (great for pairing with the crispy pork), plus a selection of sake. Other options include typical soft drinks, tea, and highballs or shochu—solid for a casual meal. Practical note: When I visited in 2025, it was cash only (with some reports noting cash required for bills under THB 1,000), and recent sources (up to 2026) don’t indicate credit card acceptance—best to bring cash or check on-site. Opening hours are typically daily 5pm–11pm, making it ideal for dinner in Soi 11. Overall, Katsu Ichi is a must for tonkatsu lovers seeking authenticity in Bangkok—crisp, juicy, and comforting without gimmicks. Highly recommended for a quiet, satisfying escape. If you’re in Sukhumvit, detour here—you won’t regret it. FYI – Tonkatsu Ichi is located just past the Aloft Hotel, walking into the car park next door and you will see the yellow sign with the big Kanji character 勝 Check the location of Tonkatsu Ichi on Soi 11 Sukhumvit Bangkok Also check out these restaurants on Soi 11: Top 20 Rated Restaurants on Soi 11 Bawarchi Rooftop Indian Restaurant Hong Teh Cantonese Dim Sum Restaurant Krua Khun Puk Thai Restaurant [...] Read more...
December 17, 2025Tonkatsu is hands-down my favorite Japanese dish—pure comfort food with that perfect crispy panko crust giving way to juicy pork. Every trip to Japan starts with tonkatsu for me, so naturally, I hunt it down in Bangkok too. While I haven’t tried every spot in the city (there are dozens), I’ve eaten enough to spot great pork loin or fillet cutlets when they hit the table. Here are my personal top recommendations for the best tonkatsu in Bangkok, based on flavor, texture, value, and atmosphere. My Top Picks 1. Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi 勝一 (Soi 11 Sukhumvit – Hidden Gem) Juicy premium pork loin tonkatsu set at hidden gem Tonkatsu Katsu Ichi on Soi 11 Sukhumvit – Bangkok’s top Japanese cutlet spot. Tucked away on the 1st floor (enter via the carpark just past Aloft Hotel, take the elevator up), Katsu Ichi feels like a slice of Tokyo transported to Bangkok. This traditional tonkatsu specialist delivers ultra-crispy cutlets with tender meat inside—sets come with unlimited rice, cabbage, and miso soup. It’s authentic, no-frills Japanese dining in a quiet spot amid Soi 11’s chaos. Highly recommended for purists. Read more about Tonkatsu IchiGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/SueRrXaaqNf2hgQb9 2. Tonkatsu Koseki (Soi 24 Sukhumvit – Premium Quality) Near Phrom Phong BTS, Koseki Japanese Restaurant specializes in tonkatsu, including premium kurobuta (black pork) options that melt in your mouth. The loin sets are juicy and perfectly fried—pair with shredded cabbage and pickles for the full experience. Stumbled upon it while staying nearby; it’s elevated but worth it for special occasions. Read more about Tonkatsu KosekiGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/LoZfD9oe1ZmEZERr7 Complete tonkatsu set with miso soup, rice, pickles, and cabbage in Tonkatsu Koseki – authentic Japanese comfort on Soi 24 Sukhumvit, Bangkok. 3. Tonkatsu Toku (Soi Thaniya, Silom – Little Tokyo Vibes) In the heart of “Little Tokyo” (Thaniya Plaza, 4th floor), Tonkatsu Toku is family-friendly and consistent. Great loin or fillet sets with classic sides—affordable quality in a bustling Japanese enclave near Silom. Soi Thaniya is right next to Sala Daeng Station BTS Station. See more restaurants in Little Tokyo Bangkok.Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/VTG3dZw6PcqM588g7 “Juicy premium pork loin tonkatsu drizzled with traditional sauce at Tonkatsu Toku – authentic Japanese in Silom’s Little Tokyo, Bangkok. 4. Maisen (EmQuartier, Phrom Phong – Famous Tender Cuts) The Bangkok outpost of Tokyo’s legendary Maisen lives up to the hype—their pork loin is incredibly tender (cuttable with chopsticks!). Multiple locations, but EmQuartier is convenient. Premium but iconic; Japanese colleagues swear by it as Japan’s best.Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/GUtNcSufNytTLgA36 Signature tender tonkatsu at Maisen Japanese Restaurant – crispy yet chopstick-soft pork loin in EmQuartier, Phrom Phong, Bangkok. 5. Yuna Japanese (Soi 11/1 – Izakaya Surprise) Not a dedicated tonkatsu spot, but my favorite Japanese restaurant on Soi 11/1 (hidden alley near Nana BTS). Their tonkatsu set (or katsu curry) is excellent—juicy pork in a casual izakaya setting. Great for variety with sushi/sashimi too.Bangkok’s tonkatsu scene rivals Japan’s chain spots, with fresh ingredients and authentic techniques. Pro tip: Grind sesame seeds for the sauce—elevates everything!Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/2ozjAipKifp3E1uU7 This tonkatsu set (650 baht) is the reason I cancel plans. Perfectly fried pork, miso soup with soul, and cabbage shredded so fine it’s basically angel hair. Which is your go-to? Share in the comments. Top 5 Rated Tonkatsu Restaurants in Bangkok (2025) I’ve been searching for new Tonkastu spots based on the top reviews on Google Maps, searching far and wide. These are the best rated in Bangkok which i’ll be visiting real soon to try their delicious home-style Japanese cooking: Based on recent reviews from Tripadvisor, Reddit, Google, and food sites (as of late 2025), here are the top 5 highest-rated spots. Ratings average 4.5+ across platforms, with praise for crispiness, tenderness, and value. Tonkatsu Wako (Multiple locations, e.g., Terminal 21 Asok, Siam Center)Consistently called the “best tonkatsu in Bangkok” on Reddit and Tripadvisor. Fresh breadcrumbs, tender pork, unlimited refills. Often queues – worth the wait. Maisen (EmQuartier Phrom Phong, other branches)Famous Tokyo import with ultra-tender loin (cut with chopsticks!). Premium quality, juicy meat – top Tripadvisor pick for authentic taste. Katsukura (Icon Siam – Riverside)Kyoto-style with light, airy crust; healthy oil. Highly rated for consistent crispiness and sets – Reddit favorite over chains. Katsushin (Silom/Surawong area)Cozy spot loved for crunchy hire katsu (tenderloin). Long-time favorite among locals/Japanese expats for Japan-like quality. Katsu Ichi (Soi 11 Sukhumvit – hidden gem)Authentic Tokyo vibe, excellent sets with free-flow rice/cabbage. Strong mentions for purity and flavor in avgeek/foodie circles. Honorable mentions: Saboten (malls), Tonkatsu Toku (Thaniya), Bekku (veteran spot). Prices ~THB 300–600/set. Pro tip: Go for loin (rosu) for juiciness or fillet (hire) for lean. Which is your fave? [...] Read more...
December 5, 2025The Ultimate Guide to Soi Thaniya (Silom’s Japanese Food Paradise) Forget Sukhumvit.If you want real Japanese food in Bangkok — the kind that makes Japanese expats queue at 10 pm on a Tuesday — you go to Soi Thaniya, Silom’s 300-metre neon-lit love letter to Japan. By day it’s quiet. By night it transforms into a mini-Kabukicho: red lanterns, salarymen spilling out of karaoke bars, and over 40 proper Japanese restaurants from every region of Japan — Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Kanazawa, Kyushu… you name it. 300 metres of Japanese food heaven. Where Is Soi Thaniya & How to Get There BTS: Sala Daeng (exit 1 or 3) – literally 30 seconds from the station MRT: Si Lom (exit 2) – 3-minute walk Taxi/Grab from lower Sukhumvit: 10–20 minutes, 80–150 baht Distance from Patpong Night Market: 300 metres (perfect pre- or post-drinks detour) Pro tip: come hungry, leave drunk, repeat. 300 metres of pure Japaneee food. The Restaurants – The Only Ones You Actually Need to Know! 1. Uchidaya Ramen – Still the Best Ramen in Bangkok (Fight Me) Tucked halfway down Soi Thaniya (look for the red sign and the perpetual queue of Japanese salarymen), Bankara serves the kind of tonkotsu ramen that ruins you for every other bowl. Their signature Kyushu-style broth is boiled for 20+ hours until it’s thick, milky, and so porky it should probably come with a health warning and a priest. Go straight for the “Special” (270 THB A$12.80) – it throws in everything: melt-in-your-mouth chashu, black garlic oil that smells like heaven’s armpit (in the best way), perfectly runny nitamago egg, nori, kikurage mushrooms, and green onions. One slurp and you’ll understand why the counter is 80% Japanese regulars at 10 pm on a Wednesday. Extra move: add a side of their gyoza or order the spicy version if you want to feel alive. Cheap, loud, and absolutely lethal – exactly what Little Tokyo nights are made for. Full review here → Uchidaya Ramen 20-hour broth. Zero regrets. Uchidaya Ramen Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/YmLH3zEuhEi2LEGP8 2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ – Wagyu You Cook Yourself Hidden on the 2nd floor of Thaniya Plaza, just around the corner from the BTS, Gyu-Kaku is the ultimate interactive Japanese BBQ experience. You’re handed tongs, a tabletop grill, and trays of premium raw meat—think paper-thin A5 wagyu ribeye, karubi short rib, harami skirt steak, and marbled tongue that melts the second it hits the flames. Dip each perfectly seared bite in their trio of sauces (sweet soy, ponzu, or spicy miso) and wrap in lettuce for the full salaryman ritual. Sets start around 550–1,200 THB A$26 – A$57 per person (the “Wagyu Course” at 990 THB A$46.80 is stupidly worth it), and the all-you-can-eat 90-minute option (799–1,099 THB A$37.80 – A$52) turns grown adults into carnivorous monsters. Ice-cold Asahi drafts and smoky vents keep the vibe going long into the night. Perfect for groups—reserve ahead or walk in and pray for a table. In Soi Thaniya, this is where the Japanese expats go when they want to grill their own happiness. Full review here → Gyu-Gaku BBQ Grill-it-yourself heaven. Gyu-Kaku BBQ Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/KTxEPTF1eKjBieA88 3. Yamachan – Nagoya’s Legendary Tebasaki Chicken Wings Nestled in the heart of Soi Thaniya’s neon glow, Yamachan channels the rowdy energy of Nagoya’s after-work izakayas, where salarymen flock for their signature tebasaki—crispy, peppery chicken wings slathered in a sticky, umami-packed sauce that’s equal parts addictive and fiery. Daredevils should opt for the “Phantom Sauce” level (spicy enough to make you sweat like you’re in a Tokyo sauna), but milder fans can stick to the classic. Pair it with their hearty miso katsu (deep-fried pork cutlet in rich miso sauce, ~250–350 THB A$11.80 – A$16.50) or hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice, served three ways, ~400–500 THB A$18.90 – A$23.65) for a full Nagoya feast. Expect wings to run 200–300 THB A$9.50 – A$14.20 for a half-dozen—bargain fuel for the night ahead. It’s always buzzing with Japanese expats unwinding after hours, proving why this chain (with 60+ spots worldwide) feels like a slice of home in Bangkok’s Little Tokyo. Official Yamanchan website Nagoya expats’ favourite. Yamanchan Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/qL2rsGWo8fBTYojo9 4. Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant is tucked away on the 4th floor of Thaniya Shopping Centre (right at the soi’s entrance, perfect for a quick BTS hop from Sala Daeng), Tonkatsu Toku is a bright, modern haven for tonkatsu purists craving that golden-crisp pork cutlet ritual. Their star is the classic Pork Loin Tonkatsu Set—juicy, breaded pork loin sliced tableside, served with fluffy steamed rice, crisp shredded cabbage, tangy pickles, and a steaming bowl of miso soup made from Lake Shinji clams (340 THB, a steal at ~A$16). For variety, try the Hire (tenderloin) version (380 THB A$18) or the mixed set with prawns (~450 THB A$21.30), all drizzled in house-made sauce from 100% Japanese veggies (no additives here). I’ve devoured the loin set myself—it’s so satisfyingly crunchy yet tender, you’ll forget you’re not in Shinjuku. Pro tip: Arrive by noon to snag a stool at the open kitchen counter and watch the magic unfold. Crunchy perfection: Tonkatsu Toku’s loin set (~340 THB) is a must in Silom’s hidden gem. Tonkatsu Toku Google Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/bG1fXBBETfaB2JyAA 5. Osaka Ohsho Restaurant At 58/18-58/20 Soi Thaniya, Osaka Ohsho brings the street-food soul of Osaka right to Bangkok’s salaryman strip—think sizzling griddles and the sizzle of gyoza hitting hot iron. This gyoza specialist shines with their handmade dumplings (crispy-bottomed, juicy pork-filled wonders, 150–250 THB A$7.10 – A$11.80 for 12 pieces), but don’t sleep on the okonomiyaki (savory cabbage pancake loaded with pork or seafood, ~250–350 THB A$11.80 – A$16.50) or takoyaki (octopus balls with that irresistible wobble, ~120–180 THB A$5.60 – A$8.50). For a full Osakan immersion, grab the Kitsune Udon (sweet fried tofu over thick noodles in dashi broth, ~200–280 THB A$9.50 – A$13.20) or a chuka ramen twist (180–250 THB A$8.50 – A$11.80). Lunch sets start at ~299 THB A$14.10, making it an easy pit stop amid the neon chaos. It’s casual, crowded with Japanese locals, and pure comfort—ideal for fueling up before Thaniya’s karaoke serenades. Osaka Ohsho’s sizzling griddle calls—prime spot for Thaniya’s takoyaki fix. Osaka Ohsho RestaurantGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/mA8tP5WJkTztz9bA8 6. Kanazawa Gold Curry Restaurant Duck around the corner from Soi Thaniya into Silom 7 Alley, and you’ll stumble upon Kanazawa Gold Curry—a bright-orange beacon of Japan’s coziest comfort food, straight from Ishikawa Prefecture’s curry heartland. Their namesake gold curry is thick, mildly spicy, and veggie-packed, served over Japanese rice with optional toppings like katsu pork cutlet (250–350 THB for standard size A$11.80 – A$16.50) or slow-braised beef tendon (gyusuji, ~300–400 THB A$14.20 – A$18.90 for that melt-in-your-mouth magic). Go big with the “challenge” portions (2kg katsu curry for ~699 THB A$33—finish in 30 minutes, it’s free!) or keep it simple with omelet-topped omurice curry (280 THB A$13.20). Sides like gyoza (100 THB A$4.70) or takoyaki (120 THB A$5.60) round out the menu. It’s unpretentious, with self-serve miso soup and a fun, oversized vibe that screams “feed your inner salaryman.” One of my go-tos for rainy Silom nights when Thai spice just won’t cut it. Gold Curry’s challenge awaits—Kanazawa comfort just off Thaniya’s main drag. Kanazawa Gold CurryGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/hRzdkZY9Fb58aAP66 7. Tsuru Homemade Noodle Restaurant Down at the far end of Soi Thaniya (away from the BTS, so save it for last on your crawl), Tsuru is a noodle nerd’s dream—hand-pulled daily for that signature thick, chewy bounce that ramen just can’t match. While ramen steals the spotlight elsewhere, Tsuru’s udon steals hearts: Try the Tempura Udon Soup I raved about from my October 2024 visit—massive “Godzilla” king prawns, potato tempura slices, and a steaming dashi broth over those fresh noodles (360 THB, worth every baht for the slurpable joy). Other musts include cold zaru udon with dipping sauce (250 THB A$11.80) or kitsune udon (sweet tofu topping, ~280 THB A$13.20). The cozy 17-seat spot feels like a hidden Tokyo gem, with an open kitchen showcasing the noodle-making ritual. It’s not cheap, but for handmade authenticity in Little Tokyo, it’s pure bliss—pair with green tea for the full unwind. Slurp alert: Tsuru’s Godzilla prawn tempura udon (~360 THB)—chewy noodles, endless warmth. Hand-pulled udon magic at Tsuru—Thaniya’s quiet noodle oasis. Tsuru Homemade Udon NoodlesGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/KX9yVzPQ9T5wnr1D6 8. Gyunoya Japanese Beef Bowl Restaurant For wallet-friendly “cheap eats” amid Thaniya’s upscale hum, Gyunoya delivers gyudon magic—a Japanese chain staple where tender, stewed beef slices cascade over steaming rice like a savory waterfall. The classic Gyudon (thinly sliced beef simmered in sweet-savory soy broth, topped with onions and optional onsen egg, 100–150 THB A$4.70 – A$7.10) is the hero, but level up with the premium wagyu version (200 THB A$9.50) or oyakodon (chicken, egg, and onion simmer, 120 THB A$5.70). Sides like miso soup (30 THB A$1.40) keep it under 200 THB total. Tucked in a quiet alley off Thaniya (near UFM and Yada buildings), it’s quick, no-frills, and always fresh—perfect for solo diners or pre-karaoke fuel. In a soi full of indulgences, this is your reliable, belly-filling bargain that tastes like home-cooked Tokyo. Cheap eats heaven: Gyunoya’s stewed beef gyudon (~100–150 THB) fuels the night. Gyunoya Beef Bowl RestaurantGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/Rp9E3cEyjY4wKGNL7 9. Matoi Sushi Izakaya Japanese Restaurant You can’t miss Matoi—it’s the far-end Thaniya standout with a massive Godzilla statue guarding the door, luring you into a dimly lit izakaya where sushi meets small-plate sharing frenzy. Beyond fresh nigiri and sashimi sets (500–800 THB A$23.65 – A$37.80) for 8–10 pieces, featuring seasonal tuna or salmon), dive into izakaya gems like yakitori skewers (grilled chicken with tare glaze, ~150–250 THB per set A$7.10 – A$11.80), edamame (100 THB A$4.70), or tempura veggies (200 THB A$9.50). The Godzilla vibe nods to fun Tokyo pop culture, but the real draw is the counter seating for watching chefs craft omakase (1,000+ THB A$47.30) or sharing platters of otsumami (snacks like agedashi tofu, ~150 THB A$7.10). It’s intimate, character-packed, and slightly hidden (shuffle past the hostesses)—ideal for groups turning dinner into a neon-lit adventure. Pro tip: Pair with chilled sake for that authentic after-work buzz. Beware the beast: Matoi’s Godzilla guards epic sushi and skewers in Thaniya. Matoi Sushi IzakayaGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/iNP4JdEffs6PxeNu7 10. Shangrila Chinese Restaurant When Japanese overload hits in Thaniya, pivot to Shangrila on Silom 7 Alley for a hearty Chinese detour— a sprawling two-floor spot decked in red lanterns and cheongsam-clad staff, serving Cantonese classics that rival Yaowarat without the chaos. Go for dim sum baskets like siu mai (pork dumplings, 35–65 THB each) or har gow (shrimp dumplings, ~50–80 THB – A$2.40 – A$3.80 ), or mains like beef in oyster sauce (300–400 THB A$14.20 – A$18.90) and crispy Hong Kong-style roast duck (500–600 THB for half A$23.65 – A$28.40). Lunch dim sum sets (200–300 THB A$9.50 – A$14.20) make it a steal, and the lobster dishes (~1,000+ THB A$47.30+) shine for splurges. It’s popular with locals for fresh, no-fuss feeds—think big portions and free jasmine tea refills. A smart palate cleanser after udon and gyoza, proving Little Tokyo’s alley hides more than just sushi. Official Shangrila Chinese Restaurant website Dim sum detour: Shangrila’s Cantonese classics break up the Japanese feast. Shangrila Chinese RestaurantGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/AfHnpby6gDfPWt43A Thaniya Shopping Centre & The Secret Golf Paradise Upstairs Everyone walks past Thaniya Shopping Centre thinking it’s just the gateway to Soi Thaniya’s neon chaos, but take the escalator to the 3rd and 4th floors and you’ll step into one of Bangkok’s weirdest and most legendary sub-cultures: an entire mini-mall dedicated to golf-obsessed Japanese salarymen. Dozens of tiny, gleaming shops packed floor-to-ceiling with: Honma BERES 5-star drivers that cost more than a motorbike (80,000–300,000+ THB) Limited-edition Scotty Cameron putters in display cases like jewellery Custom-fitted irons, rare Japanese-market shafts, and gloves in every possible size Golf fashion that somehow makes loud polo shirts look cool (think Master Bunny Edition, St. Andrews, and Pearly Gates) Indoor putting greens and simulator booths where suited Japanese guys test clubs at 8 pm on a Tuesday It’s dead quiet, air-conditioned to arctic levels, and 95% of the customers are Japanese businessmen who play 36 holes every weekend in Kanchanaburi or Hua Hin. Staff speak fluent Japanese, prices are often lower than Tokyo, and you can walk out with a full custom bag fitting in under an hour.Even if you’ve never swung a club in your life, it’s worth five minutes of browsing just to see the most niche, high-end retail rabbit hole in Bangkok. The contrast between the hostess bars downstairs and the cathedral of golf upstairs is peak Thaniya weirdness. Official Thaniya Shopping Centre websiteGoogle Maps → https://maps.app.goo.gl/sYgfHxKd91Lwxa96A Downstairs = hostess bars. Upstairs = A5 wagyu of golf clubs. Only in Thaniya Shopping Centre. Soi Thaniya isn’t just a street—it’s Bangkok’s neon-fueled Tokyo escape for under A$50 a head. Start at Uchidaya, end at Matoi with sake shots. What’s your first stop? Drop it in the comments and tag a mate who’d love this. The Location of Little Tokyo in Silom Bangkok More Bangkok food obsessions: My favourite Japanese restaurant in Bangkok My 2nd favourite Japanese restaurant in Bangkok The Top 10 Japanese Restaurants in Bangkok [...] Read more...
December 4, 2025I’ve got a confession: every single time I check into Hyatt Place Sukhumvit Soi 24, I’m already mentally booking a table at Kakurega Shizuku before the key card even hits my hand. Because this place isn’t trying to be the hottest, trendiest, or most Instagram-famous Japanese spot in Bangkok.It’s just quietly, relentlessly, doing exactly what a proper Tokyo izakaya is supposed to do: charcoal smoke, cold beer, private booths, and enough drunk Japanese salarymen to make you forget you’re in Thailand. Push through these noren and you’re officially in one of Bangkok’s best izakayas. Location & First Impressions Five-minute stroll from Phrom Phong BTS, tucked down Soi 24 between all the luxury condos and Emporium. You’ll spot the traditional noren curtains at the entrance (those half-length fabric ones you part like a boss). Push through and you’re hit with that perfect izakaya perfume: binchotan charcoal, tare sauce, soy, and frosty Asahi. Dark wood, paper lanterns, low ceilings, and those tiny private booths that instantly teleport you to Golden Gai in Shinjuku. I always grab one of the two-seaters because I’m antisocial and because the walls are thin enough that you can still eavesdrop on the Japanese tables getting absolutely hammered next door. Best background noise in Bangkok. My personal office for beer and yakitori. The Food That Keeps Dragging Me Back I’ve been here enough times now that the staff just laugh when I walk in. Here’s what always ends up on my table: Agedashi TofuSilky, steaming cube of tofu in a light broth with bonito flakes doing their little dance. The dashi isn’t 100% Tokyo-level (slightly less depth than the very best in Japan), but at 120 baht I’m not complaining. Still demolishes every other agedashi I’ve had in Bangkok. Still the silkiest tofu in Phrom Phong. Negima YakitoriChicken thigh + spring onion skewers, perfectly charred, dripping with tare sauce. I order minimum four. Sometimes six. Charred, juicy, dripping with tare. Order two rounds. Salmon & Tuna NigiriThis is the dish that should come with a warning label. Order it. Thank me later. Pairs with Asahi like they were soulmates. Cold fish, warm rice, happy human. Grilled Pork Belly (Buta Bara)Thick strips of pork belly grilled until the fat renders and the edges crisp. Order this. Thank me later. Pairs with Asahi like they were born together. Crispy edges, melty fat. The reason I keep coming back. My latest visit in December 2025: When “Just a Light Bite” Turns Into a Skewers & Beer Rampage – 1,044 Baht (~A$50) Tonight was supposed to be “just a quick beer and gyoza” . Spoiler: it wasn’t. Spoiler #2: the staff remembered me the second I walked in (they speak decent English, but their Japanese is flawless). I ordered in Japanese – “gyoza o kudasai” and “takoyaki, onegai shimasu” – and they nailed it every time. No “see you later” goodbye. Just “mata ne” (“see you next time”). They know I’ll be back before the week is out. Here’s what ended up on the table (and straight into my happy place): Gyoza – 120 baht – A$5.70Pan-fried pork dumplings with that perfect leopard-spot bottom – crispy edges, juicy filling, ginger-soy kick. Steaming hot, dipped in ponzu. They vanished faster than my self-control. Leopard-spot perfection with ponzu dip. 120 baht bliss. Hokkaido Potato Croquettes – 99 baht A$4.70Why are Japanese potatoes so damn good? These are made with special Hokkaido spuds – creamy inside, golden crust outside, no soggy nonsense. It’s not “Japanese food” in the strict sense, but Japan owns potato croquettes and potato salad like no one else. Their potato salad? The creamiest, most addictive thing I’ve ever shoveled into my mouth – mayo, rice vinegar, and potato magic. These croquettes are the crunchy cousin. Golden crust, mashed potato heaven. 99 baht for one Takoyaki – 99 baht A$4.70My forever beer snack. Octopus balls with dancing bonito flakes on top, drizzled in takoyaki sauce and mayo. Bite through the crispy shell to the molten center – pure Osaka street-food bliss. One order (6 pieces) is never enough, but it’s the perfect tease. Molten center, crispy shell, dancing bonito. 100 baht magic. 1 Beef Tongue & 1 Pork with Onions Skewers – 180 baht total A$8.50Two different yakitori hits: beef tongue (grilled rare, tender as butter with salt only) and pork belly with onions (juicy, charred, tare-glazed sin). The tongue melts; the pork pops. Order both – thank me at midnight when you’re dreaming of skewers. Rare tongue melts; pork pops. 180 baht for the pair. 3 Large Asahi Drafts – 330 baht A$15.60Because one is a tragedy, two is a party, three is tradition. Still 110 baht each. Still the best beer deal in Phrom Phong.Total bill: 1,044 baht (about A$50 at today’s rate). Worth every satang. Left in a haze of garlic breath and zero regrets. See you next time, indeed. Gyoza, Hokkaido croquettes, takoyaki, beef tongue & pork skewers + three Asahi. Total damage: 1,044 baht (A$29.41). Zero regrets. The Beer Situation Large Asahi draft (“nama biru”): 110 baht.Yes, you read that right. One hundred and ten. In 2025. In the middle of Phrom Phong. That alone is worth the pilgrimage. The best beer deal in the entire soi. Prices (December 2025 reality check) Most skewers: 50–90 bahtSmall plates: 100–180 bahtSushi plates: 180–300 bahtLarge Asahi draft: 110 baht (still the best deal in the soi)You can easily spend 500–800 baht and leave in the happiest carb-and-beer coma of your life. Who This Place Is Perfect For Solo travellers who want a private booth and zero awkwardness Couples looking for a proper date night that feels like Tokyo Japanese expats (half the customers) Anyone staying at Hyatt Place, Hilton Sukhumvit, or anywhere near Emporium Beer lovers who refuse to pay 250+ baht for a draft Tiny Details I Love Free Wi-Fi (just ask) The little call bell on every table for service The fact they never rush you, even when you’re three beers deep and hogging a booth for hours Final Verdict Kakurega Shizuku isn’t chasing Michelin stars, TikTok fame, or influencer collabs.It’s just a damn good neighbourhood izakaya that somehow landed in Bangkok’s most expensive district and forgot to raise its prices. Every trip to Phrom Phong now has a permanent ritual: check in, drop bags, five-minute walk, part the noren curtains, slide into booth #3, order pork belly and a cold Asahi, and let the rest of Bangkok disappear for a few hours. See you there. I’ll be the guy in booth #3 with yakitori grease on his shirt and zero regrets. What’s your Kakurega must-order – agedashi or endless skewers? Drop a comment below Kakurega Shizuku on Soi 24 Sukhumvit opens at: Weekdays (Mon–Fri): 5:00 PM Weekends (Sat–Sun): 12:00 PM (noon) They stay open until 11:00 PM on weekdays and Sat, or 10:00 PM on Sun. Perfect for dinner tonight—grab that booth and go wild on the yakitori! Restaurant Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/kakuregashizuku Check out the location of Kakurega Shizuku Izakaya More Bangkok food obsessions: My favourite Japanese restaurant in Bangkok Little Tokyo Bangkok The Top 10 Japanese Restaurants in Bangkok [...] Read more...
December 4, 2025The Japanese “Local” That Feels Like Home (Even If You’re a 6ft Farang) If Yuna on Soi 11 is my polished, slightly fancy obsession, then Ichiban Ramen on Sukhumvit Soi 24 is the sweaty, noisy, ridiculously loveable neighbourhood izakaya I treat like my personal canteen. This place is pure comfort-food chaos in the best way possible, and at prices that make me feel like I’m stealing. Location: The Heart of Little Tokyo (The other ‘Little Tokyo’ – not the one in Silom) Tucked down the Phrom Phong end of Sukhumvit Soi 24, about 3 minutes’ walk from Phrom Phong BTS or Emporium/EmQuartier. You’ll pass a ‘million’ massage shops, a Lawson convenience store, and then suddenly there’s a big red lantern and a sliding door that looks like it belongs in Osaka, not Bangkok.The sign just says “Ichiban” in katakana and English. Inside it’s narrow, bright, and smells like pork broth and sizzling garlic 24/7. Japanese salarymen in rolled-up shirtsleeves, groups of Thai office ladies, and the occasional lost tourist who heard “best ramen” on TikTok. It’s loud, it’s fun, and it’s never pretentious. The Greatest 200-Baht Meal in Bangkok (Fight Me) Here’s the pro move that will change your life: skip the giant ramen bowl (unless you’re starving) and order the “half & half” combo that locals live on. Half ramen (choose tonkotsu, miso, or shoyu) – 100 baht Half chahan (Japanese fried rice with charred garlic bits that should be illegal) – 100 bahtTotal: 200 baht. Two hundred. That’s £4.50 / $5.80 in real money. Pro move: half ramen + half fried rice = 200 baht of pure balance and happiness. I order this more than I order water. You get a perfectly balanced, soul-hugging lunch: springy noodles in rich broth + greasy-in-the-best-way fried rice that crackles when you bite it. Unlimited free iced green tea or hot tea from the jug on every table. I do this at least twice a week and still can’t believe it’s legal. The Comfort Food Menu That Keeps Me Coming Back Ramen is great here (proper Hakata-style tonkotsu with the cloudy, porky broth), but the real magic is the rest of the menu: Katsu Curry – thick Japanese curry, golden pork cutlet, rice, happiness Oyakodon – the chicken-and-egg rice bowl that tastes like your Japanese mum made it (if you had one) Subuta – sweet and sour pork done the Japanese way: chunky pork, peppers, onions, tangy black-vinegar sauce that makes you make involuntary noises Gyoza – pan-fried until the bottoms are leopard-spotted and crisp When this katsu curry lands in front of you at Ichiban Soi 24, all other katsu curries instantly become exes. Oyakodon so good it feels like a hug from a Japanese mum. 180 baht and worth every grain of rice. The subuta at Ichiban Soi 24: big, gloriously tangy, and the reason I keep “accidentally” ordering extra rice. Portions are massive. Prices are 150–280 baht. I’m still waiting for them to realise they’re under-charging. The Vibe: Pure Izakaya Energy Sit at the long counter (do it) and you’re basically in the splash zone of the open kitchen. Woks roaring, ladles clanging, clouds of garlic steam rolling over you like you’re in a Ghibli movie. The chefs are shouting orders in Japanese Thai, the waitresses are running around with trays of beer, and everyone is smiling because the food is stupidly good. After 6 pm it turns into a proper izakaya. Japanese expats roll in straight from the office, loosen their ties, and stay for hours. By 9 pm there’s a forest of empty Asahi bottles, and someone is definitely crying happy tears into their second bowl of ramen. Price Reality Check (December 2025) Lunch “half & half” combo: 200 baht A$9.50Full ramen bowl: 180–250 baht A$8.50 – A$11.85Most rice dishes: 160–280 baht A$7.60 – A$13.30Large Asahi draft: 150 baht – A$7.10You can stuff yourself silly for under 400 baht – A$19. You can also accidentally spend 2,000 baht A$95 if you decide to “keep the yakitori coming” with a group. Both are valid life choices. Who This Place Is Perfect For Budget legends who still want real Japanese quality Japanese expats missing home (you’ll be surrounded by them) Solo eaters – counter seating makes it zero awkward Late-night ramen warriors (open till midnight or later most nights) Anyone staying in Phrom Phong / Thonglor who doesn’t want to spend 1,000 baht on dinner Tiny Details I Love Free tea (hot or iced) – unlimited refills, no attitude Staff remember your face after two visits and start bringing your usual without asking Final Verdict Ichiban Ramen isn’t trying to be cool. It isn’t on any “Top 10 Ramen in Bangkok” YouTube list (yet). It doesn’t have a fancy website or English menu on the wall. It just cooks honest, delicious Japanese comfort food every single day at prices that haven’t changed since the Jurassic era. It’s my second home. It’s my happy place when I’m hungover, broke, or just need something that tastes like a hug. If you’re anywhere near Phrom Phong, do the half ramen + half fried rice order exactly once and thank me later. Your wallet will be light, your belly will be full, and you’ll finally understand why half the Japanese expats in Bangkok have this place on speed dial. Ichiban RamenSukhumvit Soi 24 (about 200 m down on the left, look for the red lantern)Open 11:00–14:30 & 17:00–midnight-ish (sometimes later if it’s busy)No reservations, just walk in and grab a seat See you at the counter. I’ll be the guy with garlic rice stuck to his shirt and a stupid grin on his face. What’s your go-to Ichiban order – the half & half or something wilder? Drop it below! More Bangkok food obsessions: My favourite Japanese restaurant in Bangkok Little Tokyo Bangkok The Top 10 Japanese Restaurants in Bangkok Check out the location of Ichiban Ramen Soi 24 [...] Read more...
December 4, 2025Sukhumvit’s Sushi Soirée: Chasing Cherry Blossoms in Bangkok’s Japanese Food Haven Bangkok’s Sukhumvit isn’t just a neon-lit artery of malls and markets—it’s a secret gateway to Japan, where the humid tropical air meets the crisp precision of kaiseki and the slurp of tonkotsu ramen. As someone who’s hopped from Tokyo izakayas to Kyoto kaiseki dens, I can confirm: this stretch of the city packs more authentic Japanese punch than your average Ginza strip mall. No passport stamps required, just a BTS hop and an empty stomach. Whether you’re dodging the afternoon downpour or nursing a post-flight jet lag, Sukhumvit’s Japanese scene delivers. From hidden ramen holes to robata grills that sizzle like summer fireworks, here’s my curated hit list of the best spots. I focused on variety—ramen slurpers, sushi purists, and tonkatsu fiends alike—scattered across the sois for easy exploration. Pro tip: Pair with a cold Asahi and a side of people-watching; the expat-Japanese crowd here is half the fun. 1. Yuna Japanese (Soi 11/1) The Cozy Yakitori Hideaway tucked into the buzzing back alleys of Soi 11/1, Yuna feels like stumbling into a Tokyo backstreet after a long day at Shibuya Crossing. This intimate spot specializes in yakitori—charcoal-grilled skewers of chicken, veggies, and offal that arrive sizzling with a whisper of tare glaze and yuzu kosho heat. Go for the negima (chicken thigh and scallion) or the tsukune (ground chicken meatballs) to start, then dive into their donburi rice bowls piled high with unagi or gyudon beef. It’s casual, affordable (mains ~300-500 THB), and perfect for solo diners at the counter, where the chef’s playlist of enka ballads sets the mood. Open late; reservations a must on weekends. See more food pics for Yuna Japanese Soi 11/1 This tonkatsu set (650 baht) is the reason I cancel plans. Perfectly fried pork, miso soup with soul, and cabbage shredded so fine it’s basically angel hair. 2. Ichiban Ramen (Soi 24) Ichiban Ramen is in the Heart of the Action. Soi 24 is Sukhumvit’s ramen row, and Ichiban is the undisputed kingpin. This no-frills joint channels the chaotic energy of a Fukuoka yatai stall, slinging bowls of shoyu, miso, and spicy tantanmen ramen that could make a salaryman weep. The noodles are springy house-made, the chashu pork melts like butter, and the ajitama egg? Perfection, with a jammy yolk that ties it all together. Portions are generous (bowls ~250-350 THB), and the counter seats let you watch the magic unfold over steaming pots. It’s loud, it’s crowded, it’s everything ramen should be—fuel for a night of Thonglor bar-hopping. Read more about Ichiban Ramen Pro move: half ramen + half fried rice = 200 baht of pure balance and happiness. I order this more than I order water. 3. Kakurega Shizuku (Soi 24) Kakurega Shizuku is a hidden Gem of Izakaya Indulgence “Shizuku” means “droplet,” and at this dimly lit izakaya on Soi 24, every bite feels like a revelation dripping with umami. Specializing in small-plate perfection, it’s the spot for oden (simmered fish cakes in dashi broth) and sashimi flights featuring flown-in tuna from Tsukiji markets. Don’t sleep on the grilled ayu (sweetfish) or the house-pickled veggies—they’re the quiet stars that balance the rich, sake-soaked skewers. Cocktails lean toward shochu highballs (~400-600 THB per spread), and the tatami seating invites lingering chats with locals. It’s “kakurega” (hidden) for a reason—book ahead or risk a wait. Push through these noren and you’re officially in one of Bangkok’s best izakayas. 4. TONKATSU KOSEKI (Soi 24) Crispy Pork ParadiseIf Sukhumvit had a tonkatsu temple, TONKATSU KOSEKI on Soi 24 would be it. This pork specialist elevates the humble breaded cutlet to divine status: panko-crusted loin or fillet, fried to a shatter-crisp shell that yields to juicy, tender meat inside. Served with shredded cabbage, miso soup, and that addictive tonkatsu sauce, it’s comfort food on steroids (~350-500 THB). Sides like potato croquettes or ebi furai (breaded prawns) round out the bento, but the star is always the katsu—pair it with a rice refill for under 100 THB extra. Casual vibe, quick service; ideal for a pre-movie feast at nearby EmQuartier. Read more about Tonkatsu Koseki Complete tonkatsu set with miso soup, rice, pickles, and cabbage in Tonkatsu Koseki – authentic Japanese comfort on Soi 24 Sukhumvit, Bangkok. 5. Akira Back (Soi 22) Fusion Fireworks with a ViewHop over to Soi 22 for a skyline twist at Akira Back, perched on the 37th floor of the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park. Chef Akira Back’s Korean-Japanese fusion is bold and beautiful: think wagyu tacos in nori wraps, black cod miso with yuzu foam, and sushi rolls laced with kimchi kick. The robata grill smokes up scallops and short ribs that pair perfectly with craft cocktails like the yuzu margarita (~1,000-2,000 THB for tasting menus). It’s upscale without the stuffiness—romantic sunsets one night, group toasts the next. Dress sharp; the views alone are worth the splurge. 6. Kisso (Soi 19) Kaiseki Elegance at the WestinFor a taste of Kyoto in the concrete jungle, head to Kisso on the 8th floor of The Westin Grande Sukhumvit (Soi 19). This kaiseki powerhouse imports seasonal ingredients weekly from Japan, crafting multi-course menus that unfold like a cherry blossom poem: delicate sashimi, tempura lotus root, and wagyu shabu-shabu in crystal-clear dashi. Each plate is a minimalist masterpiece (~2,500-4,000 THB per person). The sushi counter is interactive gold—chat with the itamae about the day’s uni haul. Serene, sophisticated, and steps from BTS Asok; it’s my go-to for special occasions. See the Kisso website 7. Mensho Tokyo (Soi 31) Ramen RevolutionariesSoi 31’s Mensho Tokyo is where ramen goes rogue, blending Tokyo innovation with Bangkok’s street-smart edge. Their tori paitan (creamy chicken broth) is a milky umami bomb, loaded with chashu, duck confit, and kikurage mushrooms, while the vegan tantanmen packs a sesame-chili punch that rivals anything in Harajuku (~300-450 THB). The space hums with counter seating and graffiti walls, making it feel like a ramen speakeasy. Slurp loud, repeat often—it’s addictive enough to derail your diet plans. See the Mensho Tokyo facebook page 8. Yamazato (Wireless Road, near Soi 23) Imperial Japanese OpulenceA quick BTS detour to Wireless Road (adjacent to Soi 23) lands you at Yamazato in The Okura Prestige Bangkok. This kaiseki and teppanyaki icon serves Edo-period elegance: precision-sliced sashimi, grilled wagyu with wasabi snow, and seasonal bento boxes that whisper “hanami” even in December (~3,000+ THB). The 24th-floor perch offers cityscape serenity, and the tea ceremony add-ons elevate it to ritual. For purists who crave tradition without the tourist trap—reservations essential. See the Yamazato website And the last 2 are for sushi lovers! Sushi Mori – Soi 18 (inside Nihonmura Mall, 2nd floor)Tiny 10-seat omakase counter run by Chef Mori (ex-Tsukiji veteran). He flies fish in from Tokyo 3–4 times a week. Expect classic Edomae-style nigiri: kohada that still sparkles, otoro that melts, anago brushed with sweet tsume until it glows.Two seatings nightly (6 pm & 8:30 pm), ฿4,500–฿7,500++ depending on the day’s catch. Bookings open exactly one month ahead on Instagram (@sushimori_bkk) and vanish in minutes. Worth the hassle – many say it’s Bangkok’s current #1 pure sushi experience. Sushi Zo Bangkok – Soi 55 (Thonglor), inside Uchinanchu Building, 2nd floorThe official Bangkok branch of the famous L.A. omakase legend (Michelin-starred in California). 18–20 courses of pristine nigiri and small plates, all Edomae style, with rice seasoned a touch warmer and looser than most places in town. Highlights: monkfish liver that tastes like foie gras, golden-eye snapper aged 5 days, and a legendary blue crab hand roll to finish.฿6,000++ per person (sake pairing extra). Only 12 seats, two seatings (6 pm & 8:30 pm). Reservations via DM or TableCheck – also sells out weeks in advance. Both are proper “leave the menu to the chef” experiences. If you’re after top-tier sushi in Sukhumvit, these two plus Kisso (already on the earlier list) are the current holy trinity. Sukhumvit’s Japanese trail is a feast for the senses: salty-sweet skewers in Soi 11, broth-soaked nights in Soi 24, and panoramic fusion highs in Soi 22. It’s proof that Bangkok doesn’t just borrow flavors—it remixes them into something fiercer. Next time you’re weaving through the sois, follow the glow of lanterns and the scent of miso. Your taste buds (and Instagram) will thank you. Got a hidden gem I missed? Drop it in the comments—let’s keep the cherry blossoms blooming. Kampai from the tropics! [...] Read more...
December 4, 2025Yuna Japanese Restaurant Bangkok: The Tiny Sukhumvit Gem I’m Completely Obsessed With (And You Will Be Too) Let me get this out of the way right now: Yuna Japanese on Soi Sukhumvit 11/1 is my favourite restaurant in Bangkok. Full stop. Not “favourite Japanese restaurant”. Not “favourite in Sukhumvit”. Favourite. Period. I’ve eaten in a ridiculous amount of places across this city over the last few years (from Michelin-starred tasting menus to 30-baht street-pad-thai that makes grown men cry), and nothing has me marching back as often as this 20-seat neighbourhood joint that most tourists walk straight past. Here’s why. Yuna Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Location: Literally One Minute From My Hotel Bed. I live (semi-permanently these days) at the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit. From my room, I can be sitting at Yuna’s counter, chopsticks in hand, in under 60 seconds if the lifts are kind. You exit the hotel, hang a sharp right down the little alley next to the 7-Eleven, duck under the vines, and boom: tiny little sign that just says “Yuna” in Japanese and English. Blink and you’ll miss it. I love that. In a city full of neon billboards screaming for attention, Yuna whispers… and wins. First Visit: The “Quick Lunch” That Started the Addiction I wandered in on a random Tuesday, still half-hungover from the night before, thinking “I’ll just grab a quick California roll or something”. The lunch menu slapped me awake. Their, sushi sets the size of my forearm, donburi bowls that could feed a small Japanese village, and then I saw it: Japanese Curry with Pork Tonkatsu. This is the tonkatsu katsu curry that made me cancel every other restaurant reservation. Yuna Japanese, 60 seconds from Hyatt Regency. You’re welcome. Game over. If you’ve never had proper Japanese curry, imagine the most velvety, deeply savoury, slightly sweet gravy you’ve ever met, poured over rice, then crowned with a slab of pork loin that’s been breaded and fried so perfectly it makes a sound like breaking glass when you bite it. I ordered it mild because I’m a coward with spice in the morning. It arrived in under eight minutes, molten hot, with a little side of pickled vegetables that cut through the richness like a katana. I demolished the entire plate so fast the waitress actually laughed when she came to clear it. 580 baht including iced green tea. Worth every single satang. Sushi Counter at Yuna Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Return Trip #1: The Tonkatsu Set That Ruined All Other Tonkatsu For Me Two days later I was back. This time I went full send on their Tonkatsu Set (lunch version). We’re talking: A mountain of cabbage so finely shredded it’s basically angel hair Miso soup that actually tastes like it has soul The aforementioned pork cutlet, thick, juicy, zero grease Rice cooked so perfectly I want to write it love letters House-made tonkatsu sauce that’s fruity and tangy and borderline addictive Cost: 650 baht. I left in a carb coma so deep I needed a nap before I could even think about dinner. This tonkatsu set (650 baht) is the reason I cancel plans. Perfectly fried pork, miso soup with soul, and cabbage shredded so fine it’s basically angel hair. Dinner Mission: Sushi & Yakitori Time Look, I’m not a sushi snob. I’m the guy who used to think Sushi Express at the mall was “pretty decent”. Yuna ruined me.I went for dinner on a Thursday night around 8 pm. Place was happily humming but not slammed (four counter seats free, two tables open). I posted up right in front of the chefs because I’m nosy like that and ordered: Chef’s selection of nigiri (10 pieces) Gizzard yakitori (because I’m a psychopath) Chicken skin yakitori (because I’m a genius) Thigh meat with spring onion One draft Asahi to keep everything honest The fish. Oh my god, the fish. Toro that actually melts. Salmon belly so buttery I had to close my eyes. Beautiful sweet shrimp with the heads fried separately because the chef knew I’d want to suck the brains out like a savage. Every piece was impeccable. Rice seasoned just right (warm, slightly vinegary, not too packed). Yakitori came off the grill smoky and glistening. The gizzard had that perfect pop, the skin was pure sin.Total damage: 1,650 baht including two beers. The beer was honestly more expensive than the food. I regret nothing. The Vibe & Little Details That Make It Perfect. Yuna is tiny. I mean really tiny. There’s one long L-shaped counter that seats maybe 12–14, and four small tables for two tucked against the wall. That’s it. Well, there are more tables upstairs but i’ve never been up there. Counter is best. No fancy decor, no mood lighting, no thumping EDM. Just Japanese pop from the 90s, the sound of knives on wooden boards, and the occasional sizzle from the yakitori grill.You can (and should) sit at the counter. Watching the two chefs work is free dinner theatre. One guy is laser-focused on rice and slicing, the other is a yakitori ninja flipping skewers like he’s conducting an orchestra. They’re fast, quiet, and clearly love what they do.Pro tip: every table and counter spot has a tiny laminated card with the WiFi password. No awkward “excuse me, what’s the WiFi?” dance required. Password changes every month or so, but it’s always written right in front of you. Genius. Price Reality Check (December 2025) Lunch: 500–800 baht per person if you go for a set (totally doable)Dinner: 1,000–2,000+ baht depending on how many skewers and how thirsty you areDraft Asahi: 220 baht (yes, really… welcome to Sukhumvit pricing) It’s not cheap by Bangkok standards, but it’s a screaming bargain for this quality. You’re paying central-Bangkok rent prices for fish that flew in from Japan yesterday. Who Should Go Tonkatsu addicts (you know who you are) Anyone staying at Hyatt Regency, Grande Centre Point, or any of the Soi 11 hotels Japanese expats who are homesick (I see them here all the time) Solo travellers who want counter seating and zero awkwardness Couples who want a “local secret” date night without trekking to Thonglor Park yourself here and watch free dinner theatre while the chefs slice toro like absolute ninjas. Yuna Japanese, 60 seconds from Hyatt Regency. Who Can Maybe Skip It If you’re on a super-tight 300-baht-per-meal budget, this isn’t your spot. Walk five minutes in any direction and you’ll find something great for less. If you hate counter seating or small spaces, maybe not. If you think “sushi” means the 99-baht conveyor belt place… please stay away and leave more toro for me. Final Verdict Yuna isn’t trying to be the hottest, trendiest, or most Instagrammed Japanese restaurant in Bangkok. It’s just trying to be really, really good every single day. And it nails it.I’ve been back four times in the last three weeks. My waistline is furious. My taste buds are sending thank-you cards.Next mission: the full omakase dinner they apparently do if you call ahead. I’ll report back with photos once I’ve sold a kidney to fund it.Until then, if you’re anywhere near Sukhumvit Soi 11, do yourself a favour and walk down that little alley. Tell them the farang who always orders extra tonkatsu sauce sent you. They’ll know.Yuna Japanese Restaurant,Soi Sukhumvit 11/1 (tiny alley right next to Hyatt Regency)Open daily, lunch ~11:30–14:30, dinner ~17:30–22:30No reservations needed for lunch, call ahead for dinner if you want counterCash and card accepted (finally!) See you there. I’ll be the guy hogging the counter with curry breath and zero regrets. Yuna’s Official Facebook Page More Bangkok food obsessions: My 2nd favourite Japanese restaurant in Bangkok Little Tokyo Bangkok The Top 10 Japanese Restaurants in Bangkok Check out the location of Yuna Japanese Restaurant in Sukhumvit Bangkok [...] Read more...
November 22, 2024Tsu is a top notch Japanese restaurant located within the JW Marriot Hotel on the corner of Soi 2 and Sukhumvit Road in Nana Bangkok. Tsu has a few different dining areas – Teppanyaki room, sushi bar and the al a carte dining area. At lunch time they serve up some delicious, luxury bento boxes with a good selection of Japanese delicacies. Dining at Tsu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok I went in for lunch to try one of these bento boxes and very much enjoyed it. This is a very good meal. I went for Set A which comes with fried tofu in a mushroom sauce, Japanese potato salad, tuna/salmon and yellowtail sashimi, sliced black pork teriyaki, shrimp tempura and salted or teriyaki salmon (I asked for them to replace the salmon teriyaki for chikcen teriyaki and they were happy to swap this out). You also get a bowl of rice and miso soup. Luxury Bento Box at Tsu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok I enjoyed everyone of these dishes My favourites were the black pork teriyaki which was very thinly sliced pork that was so tender. I also loved the potato salad. After I finished the bento box, they brought out a slice of honeydew melon for dessert which was so juicy and sweet. A very nice dessert to finish off an excellent meal. Melon for dessert at Tsu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok The price for this bento box at Tsu is 850++ Baht, so a bit on the expensive side but this is a fine dining restaurant in a luxury 5 star hotel. i would go back and have this meal again for sure! Sushi Bar at Tsu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok https://youtu.be/mmO0SXWdVp8 [...] Read more...
November 7, 2024Tonkatsu Koseki is an excellent Japanese restaurant specialising in the delicious pork cutlet known as Tonkatsu in Japanese. The restaurant is located on Soi 24 Sukhumvit, a few minutes walk from Phrom Phong BTS Station. I was staying at the Hyatt Place Hotel on Soi 24 when I stumbled across this excellent restaurant. Inside Tonkatsu Koseki Japanese Restaurant Bangkok I love Tonkatsu, it is my favourite Japanese meal. Tonkatsu is real comfort food. A big juice pork cutlet coated in bread crumbs and deep fried. I’ve eaten Tonkatsu at quite a few restuarants in Bangkok and so far, the tonkatsu at Tonkatsu Koseki is the best! Delicious Tonkatsu at Koseki Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Tonkatsu Koseki have premium kurobuta tonkatsu available. Kurobuta is famous in Japan as the best quality pork. It comes from Kagoshima on the Kyushu island, in the south west of the country. Kurobuta is a Japanese breed of pigs which decended from Berkshire pigs which were brought to Japan in the 1800’s. Premium Kurobuta Tonkatsu Menu at Koseki Japanese Restaurant Bangkok The premium kurobuta at Tonkatsu Koseki is simply delicious. It is so tender and juicy, it melts in your mouth. The golden brown bread crumbs make this dish a delight. I had the set meal which comes with the delicious katsu, shreded cabbage, bowl of rice, miso soup and some pickles. I had the loin cut 150g which was 400 Baht, which is fairly expensive for a meal in Bangkok but this is top quality produce. Tonkatsu set meal at Koseki Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Inside the restaurant you could be mistaken for being in Japan. The decor is exactly like a restaurant in downtown Tokyo or Osaka. A big thumbs up to the delicious food served at Tonkatsu Koseki. I’ll definitely be back for another fix of my favourite Japanese meal. Tonkatsu Koseki Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Tonkatsu Koseki89/3 3rd Floor Room Sukhumvit 24 AlleyKlongton Khlong ToeiBangkok  Restaurant Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/tonkatsukoseki See the location of Tonkatsu Koseki Japanese Restaurant on Soi 24 Sukhimvit Bangkok https://youtu.be/mmO0SXWdVp8 [...] Read more...
November 3, 2024PERMANENTLY CLOSED FOR BUSINESS Seiryu Japanese Restaurant on Soi 24/1 Sukhumvit Bangkok is 2 restaurants in one. On level 1 it is Seiryu Ramen Restaurant and on the 2nd level it is Okonomiyaki Seiryu, with tables with built in hot plates for the okonomiyaki to be cooked in front of you and stay warm as you are eating it. Okonomiyaki at Seiryu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok I went in to try their Okonomiyaki and was a little disappointed. I didn’t realise that the Okonomiyaki tables were located upstairs, so I just sat at a table downstairs on Level 1. Even when I ordered the Okinomiyaki, the staff did not suggest I move upstairs, they just delivered my Okonomiyaki on a hot plate, but I did go upstairs after the meal and it is much nicer upstairs. Level 2 Okonomiyaki Seiryu Restaurant Bangkok Okonomiyaki Seiryu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok The Okonomiyaki was just OK. I’ve eaten Okonomiyaki a few times in Japan (in Osaka and Hiroshima) and I really enjoy it there. Here are Seiryu, it didn’t have a whole lot of flavour. I could taste the Okonomuaki sauce on the top, but everything else was very bland. I had ordered my Okonmiyaki with pork. The first few bites I could not taste or see any pork in it. When I lifted up the top layer, I found all the pork was over to the other side. Even when I ate that side, I could feel the pork but there was no real flavour. A big disappointment as I was looking forward to a delicious meal. The highlight for me was the Asahi tap beer! Asahi tap beer at Seiryu Japanese Restaruant Bangkok Seiryu is located on a small laneway called Soi 24/1 which has the entrance on Sukhumvit Road, a few minutes walk from Phrom Phong and the exit of the laneway comes out onto Soi 26. This small laneway is lined with dodgy massage parlours so if you are sitting downstairs you’ll see plenty of Chinese, Korean and Japanese men cruising the laneway! It is definitely an interesting area but one i’ll probably avoid in future! Downstairs Seiryu Ramen Restaurant Bangkok Check out both their Okonomiyaki and Ramen menu. You can order the Okonomiyaki in either Kyoto Style (thin) or Osaka Style (thick), with squid or pork. Okonomiyaki Menu at Seiryu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Ramen Menu at Seiryu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Seoryu Japanese Restaurant Bangkok [...] Read more...
October 26, 2024Tenyo Ramen Nana Soi 11/1 serves up some seriously delicious ramen! I had walked past this restaurant many times and finally got in for a big bowl of their recommended Special Miso Ramen. My verdict? Delicious. Tenyo Ramen serve Osaka style ramen and have a very nice selection to choose from, Miso Ramen, Shoyu Ramen, Tonkotsu and a Gyukotsu ramen (beef stock), The restaurant is only 2 minutes walk from Nana BTS Station. Inside Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Sukhumvit Bangkok Located on the busy Soi 11/1 alleyway, just up from Sukhumvit Road, this restaurant is like a little slice of Japan in the heart of Bangkok. With the very cool Torri gates you walk through to get into the restaurant, Japanese TV playing on the flat screen and very bad Japanese K-Pop booping away on the sound system. Miso Ramen at Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Sukhumvit Bangkok All the elements of the Special Miso Ramen were spot on. The broth was delicious, slow cooked to enhance the flavours. The egg was golden yellow, slight runny. The pork char siu slice had been super slow cooked so it melted in your mouth with a nice fat content. This is a big bowl of yummy! Actually a very big bowl. You get a choice of Regular Bowl for 320 Baht (this should be called very large bowl) or you can go for the Mini Bowl for 190 Baht. I should have gone the Mini Bowl as I did not finish the Regular bowl. There is a choice of 3 different types of noodles – Futsu Men ‘Normal Ramen Noodles’, Hira-men ‘Flat noodles’ or Futo-men ‘Thick noodles’, I went for the Normal Ramen Noodle. Pork Char Siu at Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Sukhumvit Bangkok Other than ramen, they have loads of other enticing Japaense dishes like kaarage fried chicken, Tonkatsu pork cutlet and they have Oden bubbling away on the counter. Oden at Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Bangkok They have free WiFi Internet, with the password displayed on a sign at the tables. Very good service and delicious food make this restaurant a must visit for any ramen lover! Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Sukhumvit Bangkok Menu at Tenyo Ramen Bangkok Ramen Menu at Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Sukhumvit Bangkok Gyukotsu Ramen at Tenyo Ramen Restaurant Bangkok [...] Read more...
October 22, 2024Tonkatsu Toku is a very good quality restaurant serving up traditional Japanese deep fried Pork Cutlet (Tonkatsu in Japanese). Tonkatsu Toku is located on the 4th Floor of the Thaniya Shopping Centre, located on Soi Thaniya which is known as Little Tokyo due to the large number of Japanese restaurants. Tonkatsu is my favourite Japanese food so I had to go in an try their food when I walked past at lunch time. The Sala Daeng BTS Station is located at the top of Soi Thaniya just 2 minutes walk to the restaurant. If you are love playing Golf, then the Thaniya Shopping Centre will be of interest to you as there are over 30 Golf specialty stores here. Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Thaniya Mall Bangkok The restaurant is very bright, modern and clean, with an open kitchen to see all the chef action. I got there just after 12pm and the restaurant was full. Just like in Japan, there are small stolls out the front for waiting. I only had to wait about 10 minutes for a table to become available. Inside Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Silom Bangkok I orderd the classic Pork Loin Tonkatsu set which comes with steamed rice, sliced cabbage, miso soup and pickles. The pork cutlet looked sensational with the golden brown panko bread crumbs. This was top quality pork, very tender and juice with just the right amount of fat. The rice was fluffy and the miso soup was very tasty with some small clams inside the soup. I very much enjoyed this meal and would highly recommend it to you. Port Loin Tonkatsu set at Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Silom Bangkok (Medium) They did bring a small bowl of sesame seeds with a pestal to grind the sesame seeds which you can sprinkle over the pork cutlet. I have seen this in a few restaurants in Japan but I pass on the sesame seeds and just cover my cutlet with the delicious BBQ Tonkatsu sauce which is also traditional. They also gave 2 satchels of hot, yellow mustard. Seseame Seeds at Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Silom Bangkok Tonkatsu meal at Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Silom Bangkok In Japan, Tonkatsu never has any spice to it but this being Thailand, the restaurant offers a spicy Tonkatsu sauce which is just the standard BBQ Tonkatsu sauce cooked with red chillis to give it heat which is for the local Thai taste. It’s an extra 50 Baht for the spicy Tonkatsu sauce. Spicy Tonkatsu sauce at Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Silom Bangkok The cost of my meal was 340 Thb which is around A$15 which is an above average price for a meal in Bangkok but still much cheaper than the same meal in Sydney. Tonkatsu Toku Restaurant Silom Bangkok Tonkatsu Toku4th FloorThaniya Shopping Mall52 Thaniya RoadSuriya Wong SilomBang RakBangkok Open for lunch 11am – 3pm, Open for dinner 5pm – 9pm 7 days a week [...] Read more...
October 16, 2024Tsuru Homemade Udon Restaurant is a very high quality restaurant serving up traditional homemade Japanese udon noodles. There is this restaurant located in Soi Thainya Silom (referred to as Little Tokyo Bangkok), They also have restaurants in Thonglor, Phaya Thai and within Central World Shopping Mall. Tsuru Homemade Udon Restaurant Bangkok The restaurant at Silom Soi Thaniya is only small, with only 17 seats. There have a nice menu only serving dishes with their delicious, thick udon noodles. Inside Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom Bangkok I went in to try their Tempura Udon Soup which is my 2nd favourite Japanese dish (after Tonkatsu). I was not disappointed. This is a big bowl of yummy, with 2 massive King Prawns (what I like to call Godzilla Prawns), 2 slice of tempura potato and a huge pile of their thick and very chewy udon noodles. This dishe was 360 Thai baht – so a bit pricey but for high quality, hand made noodles it is not outrageous. Udon Soup at Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom Bangkok Thick Udon Noodles at Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom See some other items available at Tsuru Homemade Udon Restaurant – this is only a few pages from their menu: Menu at Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom Bangkok Menu at Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom Bangkok 7 Menu at Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom Bangkok 6 Menu at Tsuru Homemade Udon Japanese Restaruant Silom Bangkok 4 Tsuru Homemade Udon RestaurantWebsite: https://www.tsuruudon.com/ [...] Read more...
September 13, 2024Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant is located at the front the Skyview Hotel on Soi 24 Sukhumvit Bangkok. This swanky restaurant is fully deck out as an awesome Japanese Robatayaki restaurant, with the food on ice between you and the chefs cooking over the charcoal and handing over the delicious food on the large wooden boards. The Chefs Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Soi 24 Bangkok The food at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok I just wanted a light meal so just ordered a few meat skewers and a lovely Salmon Salad, washed down with some cold draft Sapporo beer. With 4 beers and the food, my meal came to 2200 Baht which is just over A$100 for 1 person, a bit expensive but it is a lovely dining experience. Robatayaki restaurants are generally very experience in Japan, serving the best quality ingredients including top quality Japanese Wagyu beef. Negimaki skewers at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok Yakitori at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok Batu Pork Skewer at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok The salad was really good. They grilled the salmon over the hot grill before chopping it up and serving it in the salad. There were some nice big pepper corns in the salad giving it a little kick. Salmon Salad at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok The menu is an Electronic tablet with pics and description of the food in English and Thai. The menu at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok This is a very nice dining experience. I did think the skewers were quite overcooked and some pieces of the chicken still had bits of bone, not quite the Japanese yakitori experience. Would I dine here again? Absoulelty. I really enjoyed the decor, ambience, music, service and food was pretty good. Chefs handing the food at Yankii Robatayaki Restaurant Bangkok https://youtu.be/mmO0SXWdVp8 [...] Read more...
September 30, 2023Gyu-Kaku is a famous chain of Japanese BBQ restaurants from Japan, with a few outlets in Bangkok including this restaurant at Soi Thaniya in Silom. Soi Thaniya is often referred to as ‘Little Tokyo’ or ‘ Little Japan Bangkok’ as the street is lined with Japanese Restaurants. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Soi Thaniya Bangkok Gyu-Kaku serves high quality Japanese beef which is cooked at your table on your personal Japanese BBQ which uses smokeless charcoal. This is top quality Japanese BBQ, a great dining experience. As well as the Japanese beef, you can order different cuts of pork, chicken as well as seafood and vegetables to cook at your BBQ. Built in BBQ tables at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Bangkok Reservations at Gyu-Kaku is highly recommended as this restaurant is very popular. I went in mid week and the restaurant was packed and they were turning away people who walked in without a reservation. I ordered a few plates of different cuts of beef, pork, chicken and a large salad. Once I had ordered they brought a few complimentary side dishes including a salad, some miso soup and a plate with chopped chilli, garlic and soya sauce. Japanese BBQ Yakiniku in Soi Thaniya Little Tokyo Bangkok Prices are a bit higher than other BBQ restaurants in Bangkok but all the food is high quality. It is very easy to get to Gyu-Kaku in Soi Thaniya, it is just a very short walk from Sala Daeng BTS Station or from Silom MRT station. You will also find the other Gyu-Kaku restaurants in Bangkok at Siam Square, Rama I Road and New Petchaburi Road Smokeless BBQ at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Bangkok Wagyu Beef Menu at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Bangkok Dinner Set Menu at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Bangkok Drink Menu at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Bangkok BBQ Meat at Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ Restaurant Bangkok Check out the Gyu-Kaku Bangkok facebook page https://www.facebook.com/gyukakuthailand Check out the location of Gyu-Kaku in Soi Thaniya Bangkok [...] Read more...
September 25, 2023Chita Yutaka Tei is a very good Japanese ramen restaurant located in Soi 24, just around the corner from Sukhumvit Road, 1 minutes walk from Phrom Phong BTS Train Station. Chita Yutaka Tei is run by a lovely couple who come from Nagoya Japan. Chita Yutaka Tei Ramen Restaurant Soi 24 Sukhumvit Bangkok I went in to try their ramen as I was staying down the road on Soi 24 at the Hyatt Place Hotel. Bowls of ramen start from 230 Thb (around A$9.90 or US$6.30). This is authentic Japanese ramen noodle soup. They have different types of ramen like Tamari Ramen, Shio (salt) ramen, Miso Ramen, Red Miso Ramen and Spicy Miso Ramen. Ramen menu at Chita Yutaka Tei Restaurant Bangkok I had their classic shio ramen which comes with slices of slow cooked char siu pork and egg. This was a very tasty ramen, as good as any I have eaten in Tokyo. The broth was thick as though it had also been slow cooked for hours. Shio Ramen at Chita Yutaka Tei Ramen Restaurant Bangkok Tasty Ramen in Soi 24 Sukhumvit Bangkok The char siu pork was so tender it just melted in my mouth. Top quality Japanese Ramen noodle soup. Slow cooked char siu pork in the Shio Ramen at Chita Yutaka Tei Restaurant Bangkok Next time I go will definitely try their spicy miso ramen, another favourite of mine. Inside Chita Yutaka Tei Ramen Restaurant Soi 24 Bangkok Check out the location of Chita Yutaka Tei Ramen Noodle Restaurant in Bangkok [...] Read more...
December 11, 2022I think the best Japanese Ramen noodle soup in Bangkok is found at Uchidaya Ramen Restaurant located on Soi Thaniya in Silom. Soi Thaniya is often referred to as ‘Little Tokyo’ or ‘Little Japan’ due to this short street being lined with Japanese restaurants. Now calling out the ‘Best Ramen in Bangkok’ is a brave statement. Unless you have tried all the ramen in Bangkok, how would I know this is the best? We’ll my logic is simple. I have eaten a lot of ramen! Eaten loads of ramen in Sydney and I visit Tokyo 3 – 4 times a year, and have eaten lots of ramen there. Now the ramen I ate at Uchidaya is the BEST ramen I have ever eaten. I think it would take a super excellent ramen to change my mind on this! Ramen at Uchidaya Japanese Ramen Restaurant Soi Thaniya Uchidaya specialise in ramen noodle soup. The ramen I had was the Kyushu Tonkotsu ‘Special’ Ramen which costs 270 baht for a big bowl of yummy! This comes with a few large slices of slow cooked Char Siu pork which just melts in your mouth. There are also a whole boiled egg with a runny yolk sliced in half. Best Ramen I have eaten in Bangkok or anywhere Best Ramen in Bangkok at Uchidaya Japanese Ramen Restaurant Soi Thaniya Excellent Ramen at Uchidaya Japanese Ramen Restaurant Soi Thaniya Bangkok The broth in their ramen noodle soup must be slow cooked for 6 – 8 hours or more. The broth is so thick and packed full of flavour. When you pull the noodles up out of the soup with your chopsticks, the broth coats itself to the noodles, given the noodles a flavour punch. I highly recommend you try the ramen here. Tell me this aint the best ramen you have ever eaten! Post a comment below if you think there is better ramen to be found in Bangkok. Uchidaya Japanese Ramen Restaurant Soi Thaniya Bangkok It is really easy to get to Soi Thaniya in Silom Bangkok. Right on the corner of Soi Thaniya is the exit of the BTS Skytrain station Sala Daeng. Or you can get a taxi from the central Sukhumvit area in around 10 minutes. Just 300 meters down from Soi Thaniya is the famous Patong Road for some interesting nightlife. Inside Uchidaya Japanese Ramen Restaurant Soi Thaniya Little Tokyo Bangkok Inside Uchidaya Japanese Ramen Restaurant Soi Thaniya Bangkok Uchidaya Ramen Restaurant23/12-13 Soi ThaniyaBangkok Open 7 days a week from 11am – 9.30pm Check out Uchidaya Ramen’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/uchidayaramen Check out the location of Uchidaya Ramen on Soi Thaniya Silom Bangkok [...] Read more...
August 18, 2022Yuna Sukiyaki Japanese Restaurant is a very good quality Japanese restaurant located on the busy Soi 11 in the Sukhumvit area of Bangkok. This is just a few minutes walk from the Nana BTS Station. While this restaurant specialises in Sukiyaki and Shabu-shabu hotpots, it’s menu also has a great range of other Japanese cuisine including good quality, fresh sushi which I tried on my recent visit to Bangkok. This is the 2nd restaurant of the Yuna brand, the other restaurant is about 50 meters away, around the corner on the small laneway Soi 11/1. Delicious Sushi at Sukiyaki Yuna 2 Japanese Restaurant Bangkok This is a modern, clean restaurant with reasonable prices. I went in for a light dinner of sushi and was very impressed. This restaurant is a late night restaurant, while it does open at 6pm, it stays open until 3am. I got in just after 6pm and was the only diner. It gets busy later in the evening. Inside Sukiyaki Yuna Japanese Restaurant Soi 11 Sukhumvit Bangkok I just ordered a plate of 6 pieces of sushi and some Japanese tea. 2 pieces of Tuna sushi, 2 pieces of Salmon sushi and 2 pieces of white fish sushi. The chefs prepared it right in front of me as I sat at the sushi counter. It was delivered straight to me and was very good quality and nice and fresh. The fish is on display in a refrigerated cabinet at the front of the sushi counter. Sushi at Sukiyaki Yuna 2 Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Sushi counter at Sukiyaki Yuna 2 Japanese Restaurant Bangkok Big thumbs up for the quality of the food at Yuna Sukiyaki Japanese Restaurant. I was staying at the Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit Hotel which is located just a few minutes walk away. Sukiyaki Yuna 2 Japanese Restaurant Soi 11 Sukhumvit Bangkok Yuna Sukiyaki Japanese Restaurant171 Room B03, Soi 11 Sukhumvit 11Klongtoey Nua, WatthanaBangkok Restaurant Facebook page Check out the location of Yuna Sukiyaki Japanese Restaurant on Soi 11 Sukhumvit Bangkok [...] Read more...
April 17, 2018Ginza Sushi Ichi is a famous Michelin star sushi restaurant in the heart of Tokyo Japan. They now have 2 other restaurants, 1 in Singapore and the other in Bangkok, just across the road from Grand Hyatt Hotel in Erawan Bangkok. Ginza Sushi Ichi is not just a restaurant to go and eat sushi. It is a complete Japanese dining experience. The chefs at Ginza Sushi Ichi all complete their sushi chef apprenticeship at the main restaurant in Tokyo before moving to either the restaurant in Singapore or in Bangkok. Ginza Sushi Ichi Restaurant Bangkok Prices are not cheap at Ginza Sushi Ichi. Lunch and dinner menu only offer sushi sets. The lunch menu starts at 1300 Thai Baht (around US$40) up to 4000 Thai Baht (around US$122) per person. The dinner menu starts at 4000 Thai Baht up to 10,000 Thai Baht (around US$305) per person. As I mentioned above, this is not just a sushi meal. The restaurant has 2 small rooms which seat up to 12 people. Up to 3 sushi chefs work in each room, preparing your meal right in front of you. These master sushi chefs carve up the sushi pieces and present each piece 1 by 1 and tell you what type of fish they are serving to you. Sushi Chef at Ginza Sushi Ichi Bangkok One of the factors that make the prices so high, apart from the amazing service and excellent experience, is that they import all the fish that is used in the restaurant directly from Tsukiji Fish Markets in Tokyo. When the Tsukiji Fish Markets is closed for a public holiday in Japan, then Ginza Sushi Ichi restaurant is closed the next day as they are unable to get their fresh delivery of fish from Japan. You can check the Ginza Sushi Ichi website for when the restaurant will be closed. I ordered the Fuyo lunch set which comes with appetizer, 2 cooked dishes,8 pieces of sushi, then miso soup and dessert (there was a choice of 4 desserts the day I was there). Check out these pics from my entire meal at Ginza Sushi Ichi Bangkok. Stewed tofu and vegetables Grilled fish Sea perch sushi Squid sushi Tuna belly sushi Sushi piece Fish roe served on sushi rice Miso soup Sushi Seaweed sushi sandwich Hot green tea Tofu pudding for dessert Check out the Ginza Sushi Ichi website. Also check out our article about Ginza Sushi Ichi in Singapore. Best sushi restaurant in Bangkok Sushi knives at Ginza Sushi Ichi [...] Read more...
March 9, 2017Maisen Tonkatsu Restaurant is a famous restaurant in Tokyo which now has opened a restaurant in Bangkok. The Maisen brand is renowned for some of the best quality Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlets). Tonkatsu at Maisen Japanese Restaurant Bangkok I had already visited Masien Tonkatsu Restaurant in Tokyo and was surprised to find the Maisen Restaurant in the EmQuartier Shopping Mall right next to Phrom Phong BTS Skytrain station in Bangkok. Inside Maisen Japanese Resstaurant Bangkok I went in for lunch and had an awesome feed of the same quality Tonkatsu as you get in the Tokyo restaurant. Maisen only use the best quality pork. They say that the Maisen Tonkatsu is so tender you can cut it just with your chopsticks. I didn’t try this, I was too busy shoveling it my mouth! Located on Level 8 of the EmQuartier Shopping Mall, the prices at Maisen are very reasonable so just a satisfying meal. I had a set lunch special which comes with the breaded pork cutlet, shredded cabbage, pickles, rice, a bowl of miso soup and a dessert of green tea ice-cream. A delicious meal! Lunch set at Maisen Japaense Restaurant Bangkok Green tea ice cream at Maisen Restaurant On the tables they have the traditional Japanese Tonkatsu BBQ sauce which you pour over the cutlet and over the cabbage. They also have some nice hot mustard. Maisen Japanese Tonkatsu Restaurant Bangkok Maisen Japanese Tonkatsu RestaurantLevel 8EmQuartier Shopping Mall651 Sukhumvit RdKhlong TanWatthana BangkokPh: 02 003 6255 Open 7 days a week from 10am – 10pm Website: Maisen Japanese Tonkatsu Restaurant Bangkok Check out the video for Maisen Japanese Tonkatsu Restaurant in Bangkok Check out the location of Maisen Japanese Tonkatsu Restaurant in Bangkok [...] Read more...