200+ Creative Japanese Restaurant Names

Globalization and the rise of the internet have made the world seem like a much smaller place. One of the ways that this has manifested is in the food that we eat. Today, it isn’t unusual for the average American to have access to cuisines from all over the world – including Japan.Japanese restaurants are increasingly common in the U.S. as the demand for sushi, bento, udon, katsu, and more has grown. If you are opening a Japanese eatery, it’s more important than ever to have a unique name to market yourself effectively. Our list of more than 200 creative restaurant names can help you get started.

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The Growing Popularity of Japanese Restaurants in the U.S.

It’s no secret that Americans love Japanese food. In the past, Chinese restaurants dominated the food scene in the U.S. – at least in terms of Asian food. Today, more people are interested in a wider range of cuisines from Asia, including Japanese food.Known as washoku in Japan, Japanese food has grown in popularity across the United States. There are approximately 28,725 Japanese food businesses in America. Many of these go beyond what most people think of when they hear “Japanese food” – sushi or hibachi. Today, you can get ramen or udon at noodle shops, enjoy a sweet treat like mochi at a cafe, enjoy katsu or tempura, or visit a Japanese steakhouse. In fact, there are a number of Japanese restaurants in the U.S. that have received Michelin stars!

Many Japanese restaurants in the United States offer a more Americanized version of the cuisine. That being said, you can still find authentic Japanese fare in big cities throughout the U.S. to tide you over until you can make a trip to Japan someday!

200+ Unique Japanese Restaurant Names

With more Japanese restaurants than ever before in the United States, it can be hard to set yourself apart from the competition. One way of doing so is by coming up with a creative, memorable name.Of course, you shouldn’t just pick a random name because it’s funny. Ideally, your restaurant name should have a connection to your mission statement. It should let customers know what to expect when they visit your business: if you focus on sushi, for example, your name might incorporate the word or a style of dining, such as omakase (where the details of a meal are entirely up to the chef).

Before committing to a name, you should do your research to make sure that there isn’t a restaurant with a similar or identical name in your region. You should also check to make sure that the name isn’t trademarked. For example, you might be a big fan of anime and want to name your restaurant after Naruto – but doing so could land you in legal hot water.

Your restaurant name shouldn’t be overly complicated. You want something that is easy for patrons to pronounce and recognize – and that you can easily use to market your business. Think of it this way – if you plan to put your restaurant name on branded take-out bags, it should be easy for potential patrons to spot.

Ultimately, naming your restaurant is an incredibly personal thing. While there are lots of guidelines for how to name your restaurant, you should also think about what is important to you – like the place where your parents were born, or a favorite flavor. Incorporating these words or terms into your restaurant’s theme or name can help to create a more authentic atmosphere, which customers tend to love.

Fried Food Restaurant Names

A lot of people think of Japanese food as healthy – and it often is! But Japanese cuisine also includes its share of fried food. Tempura is perhaps the most famous fried food, but you shouldn’t sleep on delicious, crunchy katsu. If you plan on focusing on fried food, here are some name ideas to help you brainstorm.

Tempura Temptations
Always Tempura
Katsu Sandwich Shop
Tempura Table
Tempura & More
Katsu For You
Tempo Tempura

Restaurant Names Based on Places

One of the best ways to signify that your restaurant serves Japanese food is by naming it after a town, city, or place in Japan. These types of names are often easy to remember, because Americans may have trouble recalling a Japanese word, and most are familiar with the names of cities. Try to pick a place that has meaning for you or that is connected to the type of fare that you serve.

Dear Osaka
Tokyo Signature
Kyoto Maki
Little Osaka
Tokyo Express
Kobe Kobe
Ichiban
Kyoto Kravings
Nagasaki Nibbles
Kyoto Chopsticks
Tokyo Kitchen
Tomodachi Treats
Dokodemo Grills
Ikura Island
Tokyo Diner
Osaka Times
Kaiseki Isekai
Okinawa Oasis

Noodle Restaurant Names

There is a common misconception that ramen has its roots in Japan, but it originated in China. Nevertheless, Japanese-style ramen is incredibly popular (and delicious). There are also many other fantastic noodle dishes from Japan, such as soups featuring soba noodles or udon noodles. If you’re planning to open up a noodle shop, these restaurant names can give you a jumping-off point for your own brainstorming session.

Udon Central
Sou Soba
Udon O’Clock
Ramen House
Ichiban Udon
The Noodle Nook
Soba Surprise
Slurp Shop
The Ramen Box
Beyond Ramen
Next Level Noodles
Ai Shoyu Noodles
Tokyo Noodles
Unagi Noodle House
Miso Magic Noodle House
Udon Wonders
Mikado Ramen House
Roku Sunset Noodles
Shojin House of Noodles
Sora Domo Ramen
Umami Noodle Bar
Rock & Roll Ramen
Udon Jutsu
Yasaka Ramen
Ninja Noodles
Ramen Is Life
Inaka Noodles
Midnight Noodle
The Noodle Exchange
Tabemono Udon
Haute Noodles
Noodle Time
Soup’s On
Star Noodles

Grill Restaurant Names

Who can resist the temptation of a hibachi restaurant? In addition to delicious food, you also get a show – flaming onions, veggies tossed in the air, and more. Japanese grill restaurants are incredibly popular and can be a great choice for a successful business.

Yakitori Yums
Hibachi House
Yakitori Nights
The Flaming Table
Hear the Sizzle
A Grill Time
Hibachi & More
Wagyu Wonders

Sushi Restaurant Names

In the past, many Americans were reluctant to try sushi, fearful of eating raw fish. Today, most Americans recognize just how delicious sushi is – and sushi restaurants have sprung up around the country. If you want to set yourself apart from the competition, try one of these sushi restaurant names for inspiration.

Omakase Wonders
Dragon Roll
Wrap Me Up Sushi
Rokko Sushi
Sushi Te
Nigiri House
Akai Hana Sushi
Kiku Sushi
Sushi from the Sea
Sushi Seashore
Sushi Shop
Dojo Sushi
Sushi Love
Sashimi-Ya
Sushi Kazuya
Kantaro Sushi
Mako Sushi
Sumo Sushi
Sushi & Sake
Sushi Gen
Sir Sushi
Sushi Palace
Sushi Katsuei
Sushi Sen-Nin
Zen Sushi
Sushi Tsujita
Emperor’s Sushi
Harakiri Sushi
All Wrapped Up Sushi
Atomic Sushi
Rainbow Sushi Bar
Ocean Tales
Momo Sushi
The Sushi Company
Hiro’s Sushi Dreams
Kinza Sushi
Nori Wraps
Rising Sun Sushi
Sushi Tower Restaurant
Sushi Connection
Sushi Season
Flying Fugy
All about Sushi
Rawfully Yours
Niji Sushi
Sushi Zen
Big FIsh Sushi
Sushi Soul
Yum Yum Sushi & More
Roll On
Umami Sushi
Make Maki Lounge
Genki Sushi
Sassy Sashimi
House of Poke

Fun and Unique Japanese Restaurant Names

Of course, there are plenty of other cool names for Japanese restaurants based on ingredients, style of cooking, or things that are often associated with Japan (such as dragons, kawaii culture, anime, or the color red). Whether you are offering bentos to go, steak, or sweet treats, these restaurant names can help you find the perfect option for your business.

The Bento Box
Bento House
Bento to Go
Shokuji Sensation
Wok Up
Yaku Yaku
Natto Nature House
Koto Japanese Grill
Niku Niku Nii Grill
Dragon Meatball Cafe
Matcha Cafe
Mocha ‘N Mochi Cafe
Kawaii Crepes
Taiyaki Secrets Cafe
Sakura Springs Restaurant
Sakura Sips
Sake Sake
Bento Box Eatery
Tashida
Miso Memories Diner
Tatsu-Ya
The Red Door
Restaurant of the Rising Sun
Kobe Steakhouse
Ichibun Donburi
Taste of Japan
Tanuki Tavern
Lucky Dragon
Neo Japanese
Tokyo Buffet
Wagamama
Umamichi
The Dragon’s Lair
Chanohana Japanese Restaurant
Wagyu Wave
Edamame Eats
Kamikaze House
Nippon Nom
Kappa Maki
Sukiyaki-Ya
Arigato
Shiki-Sankon
Shogun Japanese Steakhouse
East Meets West
Pearl Crab House
Shabu Shabu House
Tadashi Japanese
Miso Hungry
A-Won Cafe
Hana Mochi
Wok-King
Tachibana Restaurant
Tento
Banzai
Bento Yo
Fuji Kitchen
Bonsai Grill
Ariyoshi Cafe
Fuji Dojo
Hamasaku
Fuji Dori
Aji Ichiban
Nippon Cafe
Miyako Express
Blue Fish Grill
The Crab House
Feat of Japan
Kanoyama
Temple Garden
Warui Yamato
Shibumi
Totoraku
Yama
Manyoki
Inshoku-Ten
Red Lantern
Three Leaves
Emperor Fish Grill
Samurai Ship
Sumuko Cafe
Sake Samurai
Ginza Dining Lounge
Haru Kochi
Japanese Garden

Creative Names In Other Restaurant Industries

You can look beyond our list of creative Japanese restaurant names for inspiration. View some of our other popular creative names lists below.

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No matter what name you choose for your Japanese restaurant, you want to make sure that people know it – and remember it. This requires marketing, including both traditional and digital forms of advertising. One of the best low-cost ways to market your business is by adding your restaurant name and logo to goods that you’re already purchasing, like disposable cups, bowls, and bags.Based in Michigan, Budget Branders works with businesses throughout the United States to help them get high-quality, custom-printed disposable products. We know that the average entrepreneur can’t afford to buy or store millions of disposable products at once. That’s why we offer our products in quantities and at prices that work for independently-owned and operated businesses. We’ll even store your extra products for you until you need them.

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David Kranker

David Kranker has been working in and writing topics related to the food and beverage service industry since 2010. David continually monitors restaurant, bar, and coffee shop trends to keep a finger on the pulse of the food and beverage service industry. David has been writing for Budget Branders since 2020, where he's covered emerging trends like ghost kitchens, robot waiters, and the angel shot. David shares all of his insights on the Budget Branders blog to inform and entertain restaurant, bar, and coffee shop owners.

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