The best Japanese restaurants in Dubai in 2026 are KIGO for kaiseki and sushi omakase, Zuma for robata and sushi in DIFC, Nobu at Atlantis, Umi Kei at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab and 3Fils for a walk-in Asian-Japanese counter with a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Dubai's Japanese scene mixes high-end omakase counters with big-name izakayas and casual spots. Booking is essential at the top end; 3Fils is a no-reservations exception. For other cuisines see our best restaurants in Dubai.
One-star Japanese kaiseki and sushi omakase.
KIGO is a Japanese restaurant at Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, serving kaiseki and sushi omakase. It joined the one-star list in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2026.
Check the website for current seating times.
Good to know: Reserve through the site.
KIGO, Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre, Gate Village, DIFC, Dubai, UAE
Contemporary Japanese izakaya-style dining in Gate Village.
Zuma Dubai serves robata-grilled meat, seafood and vegetables alongside a sushi and sashimi counter. Signature dishes on its site include the crab salad, prawn and black cod gyoza, and a mushroom rice hotpot with truffle.
Its website says it has been a Dubai standout since 2008, and the lounge and bar stay open until 2 AM daily.
Good to know: Reserve via the SevenRooms link on the website. The evening lounge is for guests 21 and over.
Gate Village 06, DIFC, Dubai, UAE
Nobu's Dubai restaurant at Atlantis, with Japanese-Peruvian signatures.
Nobu Dubai is at Atlantis, The Palm, and serves the brand's Japanese-Peruvian menu, including black cod with miso and yellowtail with jalapeño.
It suits a celebratory dinner on the Palm.
Good to know: Book ahead and check the Nobu website for the current dining times.
Nobu Dubai, Atlantis The Palm, Crescent Road, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, UAE
Japanese dining at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, part of the hotel's Saturday brunch.
Umi Kei is a Japanese restaurant at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, beside the Burj Al Arab. Jumeirah lists it as one of four restaurants that share the hotel's Saturday brunch.
It is a good option for a dinner with a beach and Burj Al Arab setting.
Good to know: Check the Jumeirah page for dining hours and booking.
Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai, UAE
Walk-in Asian-Japanese counter with a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
3Fils serves contemporary Asian food with Japanese influence, including sushi, burgers and sandos, and house-made craft sodas. It is listed as a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2026.
It sits at the Jumeirah Fishing Harbor, open from noon to 11:30 PM.
Good to know: No reservations: the website says to walk in and grab a seat. Arrive early for dinner.
Shop 02, Jumeirah Fishing Harbor 1, Al Urouba Street, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, UAE
KIGO, at Four Seasons DIFC, joined the one-star list in the Michelin Guide Dubai 2026. Zuma and 3Fils are not starred; 3Fils is a Bib Gourmand.
3Fils at Jumeirah Fishing Harbor is the best-value option, with a Michelin Bib Gourmand. It takes walk-ins only.
Most licensed restaurants in hotels and DIFC do. Check each venue before you book.
Zuma has been a Dubai standout since 2008, according to its site, and is a good choice for a group, with its robata grill, sushi counter and late lounge.