February 18, 2026

Newcastle’s best Japanese restaurants

Find your favourite or discover somewhere new on our curated list of the Hunter’s best Japanese restaurants.

Story Olivia Hadwen

HOKKAIYA JAPANESE RESTAURANT, HAMILTON
Hokkaiya is an iconic Japanese restaurant located in the heart of Hamilton on Beaumont Street.
Modest in appearance, the compact restaurant embodies how good things come in small packages.
They are open for lunch Monday-Friday, dinner on Friday only and closed on weekends.
Their menu features classics like gyoza, miso soup and karaage chicken for starters, ramen and udon soups for mains, and sushi rolls galore – everything you need to fuel your Japanese cravings.

 

SUSHI REVOLUTION, HAMILTON & COOKS HILL
Sushi revolution, located in both Hamilton and Cooks Hill, is Newcastle’s favourite sushi train. Come in to enjoy a revolving selection of fresh sushi rolls, nigiri and sashimi made right in front of you. Also, Sushi Revolution offers more than just different sushi selections, including udon, chicken options, vegetarian options and even Japanese curry.
Whether you want to dine in or takeaway, Sushi Revolution provides a reliable, classic and delicious Japanese-cuisine experience.

 

MIZUMI, NEW LAMBTON & TORONTO
Mizumi is yet another traditional Japanese restaurant with venues in New Lambton and Toronto.
Their menu includes all the classics – ramen, udon, bento boxes, gyozas, sashimi and of course sushi. This one’s perfect for families, quiet dinners, an easy takeaway or even Friday date night.

SUSHI CASTLE, NEWCASTLE

Sushi Castle, tucked away on Honeysuckle Drive, offers Newcastle locals a taste of traditional Japan in the heart of the CBD.

Affordable and friendly, enjoy your favourite Japanese dish next to Honeysuckle wharf.

This restaurant is the ideal lunch-break escape or cosy dinner option.

 

NAGISA, HONEYSUCKLE

Nagisa perfectly blends traditional Japanese food with a modern culture.

Located in the Honeysuckle Precinct, come to Nagisa to enjoy an exotic mix of modern cuisine, featuring fresh sashimi, sushi and more.

Their menu also offers Japanese craft beers, whisky and sake. A degustation menu, banquet and venue for group functions is also available. Perfect for date night or a special celebration.

 

OISHII JAPANESE AND THAI RESTAURANT, POKOLBIN

The Hunter Valley’s boast-worthy Japanese restaurant is Oishii Japanese and Thai restaurant in Pokolbin. Offering a double experience of Japanese and Thai dishes, come to Oishii to enjoy Japanese mains like teriyaki salmon, and side dishes like sashimi, tempura and sushi.

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