Among all the great Japanese restaurants in Hawaii, this one may not stand out. Their food is authentic and decent, but I think what truly elevates the experience is the service, the staff were incredibly friendly and made the atmosphere feel authentic and welcoming. It’s a solid choice still!
Mr. Graumann
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February 25, 2025
Small in size, but HUGE on atmosphere.
The waiter and waitress that served us were friendly and fast. Food truly submersed me back into when I, myself lived back in Japan.
My wife and I left with full stomachs and dreams of Ramen.
Tyler B
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January 14, 2025
I absolutely love the culture they brought to this food. They have so much to choose from. I was disappointed i didn't get to try the okonomiyaki looks great but I had the sukiyaki the traditional way and loved it! Thank you, will definitely be back!
Romina Garber
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July 16, 2025
A great meal! Fresh fish, savory ramen, & crispy yet light tempura.
JMAC
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March 16, 2025
3/2025
Owner has changed and the menu somewhat as well but still a pretty good place to get your Japanese fix on. Food and service by Ally and chef was quick, fast and tasty. I went before the evening rush. 😉
2024 - Pleasantly and surprisingly the best place I've eaten on this business trip. Quaint, cozy, authentic, diverse Izakaya in the middle of a tourist country. Small space but very good quality menu for reasonable prices. Diverse liquor menu as well. Service staff of three is friendly, quick, and courteous. The chef is very much on point as the quality of food that comes out is quick and tasty. I give them credit for outputting as much as they do for a small operation. It works and is evident by how many local Japanese dine here. Will be back for the shortribs' next visit. Very nice! 🙂🤙✌️
5/2022
It's still a great place in the area to get some, and probably the only Izakaya. Try the flights of sake. Good deal! Toki Hi- Ball - oishi!!😉🤙✌️
4/2023
The place still rocks. Had the simple curry rice with beef, my flights of sake, and a new "Kyoto" beer. Emi and Yumi rock the place along with the cook in the back. Small but blow out food, quick service, and nice e selection. Inobtrusive place that is a hidden gem. 🙂🤙✌️
5/2023
Again, I made it back to get my curry fix this time. Staff is always so friendly, quick, and courteous. Nice cozy place to get your Izakaya on! Keep on rockin'!! 😉🤙✌️
10/2023
Haven't been in a while, but I managed to get my fix in on this trip. Got my Oyaku Donburi, Pork Belly Bun, and Vegetable Tempura. Oh, so ono! 😉🤙✌️
11/2023
Guess where I went on my last work trip to Maui.......😉✌️
Among all the great Japanese restaurants in Hawaii, this one may not stand out. Their food is authentic and decent, but I think what truly elevates the experience is the service, the staff were incredibly friendly and made the atmosphere feel authentic and welcoming. It’s a solid choice still!
Small in size, but HUGE on atmosphere. The waiter and waitress that served us were friendly and fast. Food truly submersed me back into when I, myself lived back in Japan. My wife and I left with full stomachs and dreams of Ramen.
I absolutely love the culture they brought to this food. They have so much to choose from. I was disappointed i didn't get to try the okonomiyaki looks great but I had the sukiyaki the traditional way and loved it! Thank you, will definitely be back!
A great meal! Fresh fish, savory ramen, & crispy yet light tempura.
3/2025 Owner has changed and the menu somewhat as well but still a pretty good place to get your Japanese fix on. Food and service by Ally and chef was quick, fast and tasty. I went before the evening rush. 😉 2024 - Pleasantly and surprisingly the best place I've eaten on this business trip. Quaint, cozy, authentic, diverse Izakaya in the middle of a tourist country. Small space but very good quality menu for reasonable prices. Diverse liquor menu as well. Service staff of three is friendly, quick, and courteous. The chef is very much on point as the quality of food that comes out is quick and tasty. I give them credit for outputting as much as they do for a small operation. It works and is evident by how many local Japanese dine here. Will be back for the shortribs' next visit. Very nice! 🙂🤙✌️ 5/2022 It's still a great place in the area to get some, and probably the only Izakaya. Try the flights of sake. Good deal! Toki Hi- Ball - oishi!!😉🤙✌️ 4/2023 The place still rocks. Had the simple curry rice with beef, my flights of sake, and a new "Kyoto" beer. Emi and Yumi rock the place along with the cook in the back. Small but blow out food, quick service, and nice e selection. Inobtrusive place that is a hidden gem. 🙂🤙✌️ 5/2023 Again, I made it back to get my curry fix this time. Staff is always so friendly, quick, and courteous. Nice cozy place to get your Izakaya on! Keep on rockin'!! 😉🤙✌️ 10/2023 Haven't been in a while, but I managed to get my fix in on this trip. Got my Oyaku Donburi, Pork Belly Bun, and Vegetable Tempura. Oh, so ono! 😉🤙✌️ 11/2023 Guess where I went on my last work trip to Maui.......😉✌️