The same goes with Makati. It’s pretty rough to choose where to eat in Makati, but if you’re in the area and craving for the best Japanese joint near you, this list is for you. We’ve narrowed down the options for Japanese restaurants in Makati<\/strong> per location, so take your pick!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hanamaruken Ramen, a decades-old mom-n-pop ramen chain<\/strong>, hails from streets of Osaka, Japan. Famous for its “Happiness Ramen”, Hanamaruken serves a signature soft bone ramen unmatched in tenderness and flavor.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Come and experience a culinary delight that will leave you speechless! Tenya offers classic Japanese favorites<\/strong> served with passion and commitment to taste.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> With two branches in Makati city, Nikkei is a Peruvian-Japanese sushi bar<\/strong> that offers all things seafood served in a multitude of ways as well as desserts and drinks that are no doubt, unique. Among their recommended dishes are the Green Ceviche, Fresh Oysters, and the Arroz Chaufa Set<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Named after the Michelin-starred restaurant in Tokyo, Nihonryori RyuGin, Nihonryori stays true to the Japanese philosophy of cooking<\/strong> using the freshest ingredients for their wide menu of yakitori, sushi, and Japanese favorites. What’s more, they are the first and only place in Manila serving Black Maki Rolls<\/strong>!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Mendokoro Ramenba is a 20-seater ramen joint<\/strong> from the people behind popular Ramen Yushoken from Alabang; it is also called being tagged as Yushoken 2.0. Despite its notorious long lines, their Tantanmen, Shio Ramen, and Super Chasu Bowls are deemed worth the wait<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n No reservations accepted 12\/10 is a popular modern Japanese izakaya-inspired restaurant<\/strong> owned by Thea de Rivera and Gab Bustos of The Girl + The Bull. The small plates pair perfectly with their cocktails,<\/strong> which are some of the best in the Metro. Indisputable hits include their salmon kushiyaki, katsu sando, and toro onigiri.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted Kyo-to is a fine dining Japanese restaurant<\/strong> by Chef Ryohei Kawamoto. They are known to be one of the rare restaurants serving authentic kaiseki ry\u014dri<\/strong>, traditional multi-course Japanese meals that tell the story of Japanese culture and history. Their menu changes on a regular basis<\/strong> based on the season and availability of ingredients. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n By reservations only Imagine a simple bowl of ramen in the setting of old-town Hokkaido<\/strong>done well, enough for a family to make for years. That\u2019s exactly what Hokkaido Ramen Santouka<\/a> gives us \u2013 more and more food on the menu that are actually from the same family recipes since 1988<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Katsu Sora is the master of everything katsu and curry. Specializing in tonkatsu, breaded pork cutlets, deep-fried to perfection<\/strong>, they offer 4 types of premium meat<\/strong>: Iberico, Kurobuta, Simofuri, and Sakura, all are promised to be marbled, textured, and tender.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Tsujiri is a Japanese matcha brand from Uji Kyoto<\/strong> that specializes in authentic, premium green tea drinks. They are the pioneer in matcha infused desserts \u2013 from ice cream to cakes and pastries.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Since 2011, Ganso-Shabuway has been providing Filipino diners with a premium Japanese-style hot pot dining<\/strong>, serving only all-natural grass fed beef<\/strong>, fresh produce, and a variety of noodles, as well as other hot pot toppings.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n View menu<\/a> Ippudo is a popular franchise which originated from Japan\u2019s ramen capital, Hakata. This beloved restaurant is famous for their tonkotsu-based ramen. Theirs is a broth with a light pork flavor<\/strong>. Equally worth the wait are their Pork and Karaage Buns.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n No reservations accepted<\/strong> Ooma offers bold and modern Japanese fare<\/strong>. The restaurant was born out of a collaboration between The Moment Group and Chef Bruce Ricketts<\/strong>, one of Manila\u2019s youngest and brightest chefs who happens to specialize in traditional and fusion Japanese cuisine. Must-tries include their Hanamaruken Ramen<\/a> – Century City Mall<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hole In The Wall, 4\/F Century City Mall, Kalayaan Ave., Poblacion, Makati
(0927) 628-1639<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nTenya<\/a> – Paseo de Magallanes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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G\/F Paseo de Magallanes, Santiago St., Magallanes, Makati
(02) 8821-5797<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nNikkei<\/a> – Rockwell and Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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G\/F One Rockwell, Rockwell Drive, Rockwell, Makati
(02) 541-6689; (0916) 636-9817<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nNihonryori<\/a> – Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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11\/F Valero Grand Suites, 152 Valero St, Salcedo Village, Makati
(02) 668-1706<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nMendokoro Ramenba<\/a> – Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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G\/F V Corporate Center 125 Leviste St., Salcedo Village, Makati
(02) 215-1751<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n12\/10<\/a> – Guijo St.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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7635 Guijo St, San Antonio Village,Makati
(0915) 663-2823<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nKyo-to<\/a> – Legazpi Village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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G\/F 119 C. Palanca Jr. St, Legazpi Village, Makati
(02) 805-7743<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nHokkaido Ramen Santouka<\/a> – Glorietta 4<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u20b1440<\/a><\/s> <\/a>\u20b1220<\/a><\/strong>!<\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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G\/F Glorietta 4, Hotel Dr, Ayala Center, Makati
(02) 728-1381<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nKatsu Sora<\/a> – Glorietta 4<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u20b1590<\/a><\/s> <\/a>\u20b1295<\/a><\/strong>!<\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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G\/F Glorietta 4, Ayala Center, Makati
(02) 854-2396<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nTsujiri<\/a> – Greenbelt 5<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u20b1550<\/s> \u20b1275<\/strong> with Booky!<\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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2\/F Greenbelt 5, Legaspi St., Legaspi Village, Makati
(0917) 827-5611<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nGanso-Shabuway<\/a> – Greenbelt 5 and Rockwell<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Insider tip: <\/strong>Get up to \u20b1500 off<\/strong> on your bill with Booky!<\/a><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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View their Instagram account<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nIppudo<\/a> – Greenbelt 5 and Rockwell<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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View their Instagram account<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nOoma<\/a> – Greenbelt 3, Rockwell, and Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n\n\n\n