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2026 Guide ยท Johor

Best Japanese & Omakase in Johor Bahru (2026)

Updated October 2026 ยท 4 spots

โšก Quick answer

The best Japanese & Omakase in Johor Bahru is Binchotan JB (Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru). Also great: Kyu Izakaya, Sushi Shin and Kinsahi Japanese Restaurant KOMTAR JBCC.

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Binchotan JB

Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru, Johor

๐Ÿ– Non-halalRM200โ€“RM450

omakasereservation

Order: Charcoal-grilled omakase

JB's most talked-about omakase counter, with an open kitchen and binchotan charcoal grilling. 4.8 on Google from over 1,000 reviews.

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Kyu Izakaya

Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru, Johor

๐Ÿ– Non-halalRM80โ€“RM250

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Order: Izakaya skewers and omakase sets

A packed Pelangi izakaya with close to 3,000 Google reviews at 4.7. A lively room, good sake and a value omakase option.

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Sushi Shin

Taman Sri Tebrau, Johor Bahru, Johor

๐Ÿ– Non-halalRM270โ€“RM600

omakaselunch omakasereservation recommended

Order: Lunch omakase; lobster risotto

JB's go-to omakase for Singaporeans crossing the causeway, with a lunch course from about RM268. Classic nigiri plus a few fusion plates.

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Kinsahi Japanese Restaurant KOMTAR JBCC

Bandar Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru, Johor

๐Ÿ– Non-halalRM60โ€“RM100

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Order: Japanese buffet

A local Japanese chain famous for its ร  la carte buffet. The JBCC outlet holds 4.7 from more than 1,300 reviews.

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