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April 19, 2022 by The Fun Empire Team

Japanese Buffet Singapore

There are two reasons why someone visits a buffet restaurant. Some people come simply to sample a broad range of dishes without restrictions, while others want an endless supply of their favorites. It's about adventure and quenching a strong hunger.

Why not visit a Japanese buffet restaurant if you enjoy sashimi and want to taste hundreds of delectable things in one sitting? Japanese cuisine satisfies both the body and the spirit, with gorgeous and nutritious meals.

If you're looking for a delicious and affordable Japanese buffet in Singapore, you've come to the right place! In this blog post, we will list 25 of the best Japanese buffets in the city. Whether you're looking for all-you-can-eat sushi or a variety of other Japanese dishes, we've got you covered. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your next culinary adventure today!

1. Hokkaido Sushi

The Japanese restaurant Hokkaido Sushi is located in M Hotel Singapore and has a spacious dining area with a 14-seat sushi bar and four private rooms for customers to pig out in.

Expect to discover Japanese cuisine ranging from the usual to unexpected ingredients including white fish with truffle.

Key Differentiators:

1. Spacious dining area
2. Offer private rooms
3. Wide range of Japanese cuisine

Client Testimonial:

This is a hidden gem. Arguably one of the best ala carte japanese buffet.

fresh n fast service.

Menu items may not be as wide as others but its the quality over quantity.

Reservation is a must

Justin Lee

2. Yakinuku Ohji

On days when you just feel like munching, visit Yakiniku Ohji for a yakiniku charcoal barbecue and salmon-inspired cuisine to sate that rumbling tummy.

There are four yakiniku Japanese buffets to select from, with the most basic being the first ($19.80+). This comes with more than 35 items, including marinated chicken and pork. The upper echelons include superior elements such as Angus beef and harami skirt steak.

Key Differentiators:

1. Use premium ingredients
2. Four tiers buffet
3. Yakinuku charcoal barbecue

Client Testimonial:

Went for the japanese beef, all worth it. Fav is number 4. Service yesterday was all good, lady is very attentive and accomodating. Hot food like takoyaki are served piping hot!

Rebecca C

3. Himawari Japanese Restaurant

Himawari Japanese Restaurant is located on the outskirts of Orchid Country Club in Yishun and Alexandra.

This Japanese restaurant will be right up your alley, thanks to its wide selection of foods on the buffet menu. On the buffet table, you may try some amazing sashimi cuts. Customers are raving about the "out-of-this-world" taste of the ham and cheese croissant. Each melt-in-your mouth slice is rich, delicious, and scrumptious, making it a delightful bite.

If you have a strong stomach, Shabu Shabu or the highly recommended Shabu Shabu is both worth a try!

Key Differentiators:

1. Wide selection of food
2. Must try sashimi cuts
3. Delectful Japanese dishes

Client Testimonial:

Outstanding value. Impressively thick cuts of fresh sashimi and most generous slices of unagi I have ever seen. Excellent service as well, with very attentive staff (orders collected promptly, food arrived quickly, tea was refilled regularly, etc.). Easily my favorite Japanese buffet in the country.

Sanuja Bose

4. Irodori Japanese Restaurant

Irodori Japanese Restaurant's a la carte buffet regularly has a line (starting at $38.80). Fill your plate with their wide selection of agemono, or deep-fried dishes, as well as free-flowing slices of fresh sashimi that aren't afraid to go thick. If you're in the neighbourhood, don't miss out on their classic Irodori Maki, which is a maki roll filled with a creamy lobster filling and wrapped in tobiko.

Key Differentiators:

1. Offers wide range of deep fried dishes
2. A la carte buffet
3. Irodori Maki is a must try

Client Testimonial:

Japanese Buffet at reasonable pricing. Fresh sashimi served. Complimentary prawn dish (one-time serving). Tried hot sake today (chargable at $9.00, for 180ml). Tuna surprisingly out of stock, first time unavailable. Efficient staff topping up green tea and clearing plates. Food se bed fast. Overall, good place to satisfy sashimi craving.

Eileen Seah

5. Ikoi Japanese Restaurant

Ikoi Japanese Restaurant is a cozy little restaurant located in the hotel lobby floor of Hotel Miramar, which has earned a strong following.

Customers are raving about the restaurant's low-cost buffet, which it has been serving since the early 1990s. Despite its low cost, it provides quality and variety, making it a popular choice among those who are aware of its existence.

It includes a unique and interesting atmosphere, with an authentic Japanese feel that you won't find at many other restaurants. While they serve you your food, the waitresses are clad in Japanese-inspired costumes. Sashimi with thick slices is particularly delicious.

Key Differentiators:

1. Serving for two decades
2. Authentic and genuine Japanese ambience
3. Affordable

Client Testimonial:

Superb quality of sashimi. Cuts were excellent and the freshest you can imagine. Each slice is hefty and substantial as well. Definitely a bang for your buck. Service was great as well, especially by May. Servers were all great and pretty quick given how busy they are. Very very impressed by the hot dishes as well. Especially loved the complimentary dishes they provided. Wonderful experience. Do book early as they are super popular with limited seats!

Tecklee Kong

6. Shin Minori Japanese Restaurant

Shin Minori Japanese Restaurant is a must-visit when you're in the mood for some Japanese cuisine. Indulge in their A La Carte Buffet ($58.90++). Ebi Tempura is a wonderful choice for those that love prawns and the crispy batter, with succulent, meaty prawns bound to make you want more. There's also a grilled chicken intestine dish available, such as Grilled Chicken Liver with Sweet Soy Sauce and Grilled Chicken Gizzard with Salt. Their easy-to-use tablet ordering system makes it simple and quick to order more food, too.

Key Differentiators:

1. Offers A La Carte Buffet
2. A variety of Grilled Chicken Gizzard
3. Provide fuss-free ordering system

Client Testimonial:

Went there on a weekday, during lunch time. The service was good. Food was served very promptly, in small portions which is great if you’re looking to try a variety of the many different items on their menu. Menu is extensive! Quality of the food was good too. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience. Would come back again.

F W

7. Kiseki Japanese Buffet Restaurant

Kiseki is famous for its extremely low buffet price, which has made it a popular choice for budget-conscious folks. This includes pupils and individuals who are prepared to make a few compromises in order to save money.

Choose from more than 200 buffet dishes that range across 29 categories in Orchard's core. This includes sushi, sashimi, nabemono (hotpot), robatayaki (Japanese grill), Japanese western cuisine, and more! The lovely mountain vista from the al-fresco dining area makes it an ideal meal destination as well.

Key Differentiators:

1. Offers 200 buffet items
2. Budget friendly buffet
3. With al-fresco dining area

Client Testimonial:

Every dishes look delicate, very fresh and flavorful, and are served quick. A few dish items tend to be in high in demand even at the start of the lunch buffet, within minutes it's OOS. Fingers have to be fast 😛

Great service and all staff are very friendly and approachable. The ambience is quite soothing with pretty views around. Definitely an awesome venue for family/friends gathering. Worth the price~

Euphorie Liew

8. Shin Yuu Japanese Restaurant

The specialized lunch and expensive dinner times of this restaurant make it difficult to get, but their A La Carte Buffet ($39.90++ for lunch, $57.90++ for dinner) is well worth the trip down. Sushi aficionados should visit here.

Make a point of eating their signature Shin Yuu Special Aburi Sushi – salmon grilled and topped with a spoonful of rich mentaiko sauce. Tip: go down for dinner to try Toro Sashimi, Taraba Kani, Zuwa Kani Tempura, and ice cream!

Key Differentiators:

1. Expensive dinner buffet
2. Signature Shin yuu special is a must try

Client Testimonial:

Hidden gem in the middle of a private housing estate. The sashimi was fresh and the beef short ribs was flavoured well with butter. Chawanmushi was also tasty. The prawns are also worth ordering. I’ll skip the carbs as they weren’t that tasty. All in all, a reasonably priced buffet with some star dishes. You are advised to book in advance.

FoodieDirectory

9. Kushi Japanese Dining

Kushi Japanese Dining is a sibling-owned business founded in 2008 by a pair of siblings. It creates delectable meals that are both delicious and nutritious, and it does so with exceptional care. It's been run by a team of chefs with over 20 years of expertise. Apart from the all-you-can-eat spread, it has established itself as one of the finest kushiyaki (skewered and grilled non-poultry/poultry items) restaurants in Singapore. Its buffet offering, notably, offers a lengthy variety

The restaurant procures most of its ingredients from Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market for incredible freshness and taste.

You can choose from the buffet, weekend brunch, weekday set lunch, and ala carte dining options!

Key Differentiators:

1. Authentic Japanese cuisine
2. Run by a team of chefs with 20 years of expertise
3. Use fresh ingredients

Client Testimonial:

Small and cosy place...A bit on the pricey side but the quality of food makes up for it...They even have rare items that seldom appear in other Japanese buffets like shiro maguro and beef shabu shabu...Staffs were friendly, attentive and efficient despite being super busy...Strongly recommend this place...

Artemisse x3

10. Mitsuba

Mitsuba is a growing fast food chain that was founded in 2014 by a retired banker. It began as a modest idea to provide genuine yet affordable Japanese cuisine.

The restaurant's specialty is thick-cut sashimi and sushi, as well as the enormous number of dishes available at the a la carte buffet. The classic roll, sashimi, temaki (wrapped sushi), ippinmono (appetizers), teppanyaki, and other specialties are all on the menu. The service is fantastic - in fact, the founder himself comes out to welcome guests.

Food is also served quickly. Remember to reserve before going in!

Key Differentiators:

1. Amazing service
2. Affordable Japanese cuisine
3. Wide range of cuisine at the buffet

Client Testimonial:

One of the best Japanese restaurant in Singapore - exceptional value for a buffet includes everything - great tasting dishes, super fresh seafood and great friendly service in a lovely cost setting overlooking Clarke quay. A definite must try place!

Matt Clarke

11. Kumo Japanese Dining

Kumo Japanese Dining delivers exceptional culinary delights at a reasonable price!

Check out the unique variety of tempura agemono, which includes some uncommon choices. The grilled choices are unusual as well. The menu is quite broad, and the cuisine is also fresh.

Overall, you're receiving a lot of value for your money here, and it's an especially wonderful choice for fish fans. The store is rather modest, so you may end up sitting outside, but the attentive employees ensure that you receive service quickly.

Key Differentiators:

1. Unique variety of Japanese dishes
2. Affordable
3. Good customer service

Client Testimonial:

Great experience at Kumo , fresh sashimi and very nice tempura as well. Sushi options and handroll are also superb. Thank you for preparing the sushi cake as well as we are there to celebrate birthday. Looking to return again soon for another feast.

Ito Ow

12. Tajimaya Yakiniku

Tajimaya Yakiniku is a Japanese restaurant that serves up a delectable yakiniku wagyu feast for meat lovers. Their lunch buffet costs $58.90++, while their dinner buffet costs $68.90 and includes mouth-watering well-marbled wagyu slices that you can cook to your desired doneness. Keep an eye out for their other Japanese side dishes, such as chawanmushi, garlic fried rice, and sashimi. There is a time restriction of 100 minutes for both lunch and dinner.

Key Differentiators:

1. Delectable Yakinuku Wagyu feast
2. 100 minutes time restriction
3. Wide range of Japanese side dishes

Client Testimonial:

Had a good time spending my birthday here. Staff were very friendly and attentive in taking orders and even waived off the drink charges as a birthday special! The meats were very fresh and the combo set came with sides and a really nicely cooked garlic fried rice. Quite a few alcoholic drinks weren't available though, probably due to the current COVID-19 situation.

Elizabeth Cheong

13. En Dining

Over two decades of service in Singapore, En Dining has developed a reputation for serving excellent quality Japanese and Okinawan cuisine at reasonable costs. It tries to provide high-quality Japanese and Okinawan food at fair prices.

Ingredients are frequently imported from Japan. Choose from hotpot, stir-fried, and deep-fried meals, as well as starters and more! The costs are a little higher than other areas in the city, but you're eating in a top venue with high-end cuisine.

Key Differentiators:

1. Use premium ingredients from Japan
2. Affordable price
3. Wide range of Japanese and Okinawan Cuisine

Client Testimonial:

We went there during Sat lunch buffet. Food is really nice and high quality! Service is super good and environment is comfy and with private seats! Plan to go back again in 1 months time. Very great good definitely worth the money!! Hope this nice place will last long long 👍💪

Jacqueline

14. Rocku Yakinuku

From Monday to Thursday, Rocku Yakiniku's lunch and dinner buffets cost $27.90 and $29.90, respectively. The restaurant has over 50 items on the menu, including steaks, short plates, and pork bellies. It's one of the few meat-centric Japanese buffets in Singapore. Green mussels and baby octopus are also available, as well as a variety of dipping sauces such as sweet miso, spicy miso, and ponzu. Add $3 if you dine there on a weekend, public holiday, or eve of a public holiday.)

Key Differentiators:

1. Has over 50 items on the menu
2. Additional fee for weekend and holidays
3. Meat-centric Japanese buffet

Client Testimonial:

Food is nice. Staff is friendly. Ambience is nice. The Shishamo is really good, and so is the mozzarella prawn. I hope that some cuts of meat would be sliced thinner so it's easier to chew, but that's just my picky side talking - I love this place and have come here many times over the past few months and will continue to do so! As you can see the pics are from my different visits 😛

Kirara Ng

15. Shaburi & Kintan Buffet

Can't decide between hotpot and yakiniku? Shaburi & Kintan Buffet provides both in one seating, allowing you to try both! Select from your buffet selection – lunch, combo lunch, grand or combination grand – and enjoy your meal. If you're feeling particularly blessed, top up S$13.90 to get free flow salmon sashimi and sushi. Many recommends as one of the best Japanese buffet in Singapore. Enjoy two plates of BBQ meat, all you can eat at the buffet bar, and free flow soft drink for just S$9.80++ . Mondays through Thursdays, between 11.30 a.m. and 4 p.m., the student discount is in effect.

Key Differentiators:

1. Provides student discount
2. Offers Buffet and hotpot
3. Free flow salmon sashimi and sushi

Client Testimonial:

One of the best buffet I've had. I make it a point to go at least once a month. The meats are very thinly sliced and that makes the most difference then other places. Weekday lunch is only $19.90++.

Still my preferred place to go for a hearty meal.

j tony

16. SUKI-YA

SUKI-YA, a popular choice among hotpot aficionados, is one of the few Japanese buffets that specialize in sukiyaki and shabu-shabu. On the other side, there's no need to be concerned about blowing your budget at this restaurant since their lunch buffets start at $19.90 every Monday through Thursday. This substantial dinner includes beef and pork slices, and you can select from five different soups.

Key Differentiators:

1. Affordable buffet
2. Japanese inspired sukiyaki and shabu-shabu
3. Meaty feast

17. Tenkaichi

Tenkaichi, on the other hand, has a more expensive menu. The quality of the cuts is unquestionably higher; in fact, they are hand-sliced wagyu meat platters that you can expect to be served with. There are several beef cuts to select from at their Premium Buffet Dinner ($114.80++). The Wagyu Beef Short Rib and Rib Eye Cap are a must-try, with both cuts of beef streaked with buttery layers of fat that gave a beautiful melt-in-the-mouth texture. Make sure to leave room in your tummy for a bounty of seafood items such as scallops, Hokkaido oysters, and sashimi. 

Key Differentiators:

1. There are several beef cuts to select from.
2. Also offer seafood items
3. Expensive buffet

Client Testimonial:

Great place and service provided and most important is the food is fresh and nice 😊

Merrick Soh

18. Yakinuku Heijoen

Yakiniku Heijoen's all-you-can-eat grilled meats are available at the 100AM buffet. The Rich Buffet Course is priced at $55++ and includes all you can eat grilled meat for two people. For 90 minutes, you can enjoy 49 meals from their catalog, including a variety of tasty beef cuts like short rib steak, striploin steak, and harami steak, as well as side dishes. For those who want to spend a little more, try their Premium Wagyu Buffet Course, where the menu includes A5 Wagyu Kalbi and black pork belly for $70 per person for 90 minutes.

Key Differentiators:

1. 49 items of buffet options
2. 90 minutes timer for buffet
3. Offers grilled meats for two buffet menus

Client Testimonial:

Fantastic buffet experience. The hot grill cooks quickly and may burn when you're not careful. There is a good variety of meat selection, my favorite being the beef tongue. The side dishes are also of great quality, definitely get some namul if you're a fan of pairing your meat with vegetables.

Nicholas Ng

19. Shabu Sai

At Shabu Sai's nine restaurants in Singapore, you can expect a variety of shabu shabu delectableness. The cost of their lunch buffet is $16.99+ on weekdays and $20.99+ on weekends, whereas the cost of their dinner buffet starts at $23.99++ on Monday through Thursday and $25.99++ on Friday to Sunday. The broth of the day is usually served with a choice of all-you-can-eat meat and vegetables, and each month, a new seasonal special soup is introduced for your perusal.

Key Differentiators:

1. Unlimited shabu shabu
2. All-you-can-eat meat
3. Offers seven different broths

Client Testimonial:

Shabu shabu can be served in anytime of the year even on the hottest day of summer. I visited Singapore with my family and was attracted to this place. The shabu pot was huge and delicious. Definitely go back again!!

Patricia Thai

20. Wagyu More

Wagyu More, which is from Hong Kong and specializes in premium beef, is one of the newest all-you-can-eat Japanese buffets to arrive in Singapore. Wagyu More offers a Standard Buffet for just $23.90++ and opens in Bugis District. If you're feeling a little more extravagant, the free-flow Wagyu Buffet option will set you back $46.90++ per person.

Key Differentiators:

1. Newly opened Japanese buffet
2. Offers free flow Wagyu buffet option

Client Testimonial:

Weekday lunch experience was good as there weren’t many customers. Meat quality was great. Service was prompt by Roda and Bobby. Stay away from the chicken though unless u like huge chicken chunks in your shabu shabu. Otherwise no complaints.

Jason Hong

21. Syohachi Yakinuku

Syohachi Wagyu is well-known for its low-cost Japanese Wagyu buffet. Syohachi Yakiniku offers a high-quality yet low-cost yakiniku lunch buffet for only $22.50++ per person. Your entrees will be fulfilled with their unlimited rice, noodles, pork, chicken, seafood, and veggies. The A5 Wagyu beef tasting platter costs $30+ and is served on one plate per person.

Key Differentiators:

1. Premium Japanese buffet
2. Budget friendly
3. Sure satisfaction from customers

Client Testimonial:

If u are undecided to take up the normal angus beef buffet or the A5 wagyu, just go for the A5 wagyu, its worth the $88++ you will nvr regret, the A5 wagyu is melts in your mouth. Other food items served are with good quality. Love their sashimi too, but only one portion and no replenish!

Samantha Seow

22. Tsukada Nojo

This soup base, which is recognized for its Bijin Nabe - beautiful collagen pot - utilizes certified organic vegetables, fresh seafood, and top-notch chicken. Tsukada Nojo infuses chicken collagen soup into each soup by utilizing tomato, pumpkin, or spinach. This banquet is one of elegance, with items such as mentaiko fish cakes, chestnut pork, and even exquisite wagyu beef. They also have a variety of salas and deep-fried dishes for you to pick from.

Key Differentiators:

1. Recognized for beautiful collagen pot
2. Elegant banquet

Client Testimonial:

Best soup base in Singapore. Each drop of soup is worth the money 👌 Original soup is the best. Yuzu pepper is also well mixed with the meat also refreshing. Ingredients also fresh. The chicken meat is so tender. The free dessert is so cute!!!

Lynda Lysandra

23. Gyu-Kaku

Harami and Fire! Karubi are two of the most popular cuts offered by Gyu-Kaku at $58.80 each for weekday dinners. You'll find meat dishes, including Spicy Cold Tofu, vegetables and seafood appetizers in the selection. If you're feeling rich, try the Japanese Wagyu Buffet for $86.80+ per person; it's quite posh.

Key Differentiators:

1. Two popular meat cuts
2. Wide selection of Japanese dishes

Client Testimonial:

came to another Gyu-Kaku branch for yakiniku, can’t go wrong with its Kagoshima Premium Wagyu!

it was super yummy!!😋😋

the ambience was the best among all the eight branches that i have been visited.

the service and spacing were good too.

JYS

24. Shin Minori

Shin Minori is a Japanese a la carte buffet located in the UE Square and Katong Square areas of Singapore. Their Buffet Offerings includes sashimi, sushi of all kinds, teppanyaki, yakimono, tempura, ramen, and more. With so many dining choices, this is the spot to pick if you have picky eaters in your party or don't want to make a decision where to take the family.

Shin Minori is most value-for-money during your birthday month, as you can get a free lunch buffet when you dine on Mondays to Fridays with a minimum of one paying adult. That’s as good as a 1-for-1 buffet! If you can't manage to squeeze this deal in, there's another birthday offer available at Katong Square on Mondays through Thursdays during dinner — birthday peeps will get a free bottle of wine and sushi cake with at least two paying adults.

Key Differentiators:

1. Wide range of delectable Japanese cuisine
2. Good restaurant for picky eaters
3. Value-for-money buffet for birthday month

Client Testimonial:

Went there on a weekday, during lunch time. The service was good. Food was served very promptly, in small portions which is great if you’re looking to try a variety of the many different items on their menu. Menu is extensive! Quality of the food was good too. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience. Would come back again.

F W

25. Kuishin Bo

Kuishin Bo's well-known for its fresh, sweet, and firm snow crab legs. The restaurant's excellent, cold, and delectable crab legs will please any crab lover.

With a variety of delectable sweet items, a dinner at Kuishin Bo will be flawlessly concluded. People with a sweet tooth might be shocked by the beautiful chocolate fondue served in a Japanese buffet restaurant.

Key Differentiators:

1. Free flow of snow crab legs
2. Nicely and delicious crab
3. Various delicious sweet items

Client Testimonial:

Totally worth the money. They have various options from seafood, sashimi to fried and soba noodle although snow crab is a lottle over-salty

The setting is standard plus a bit of Japanese style

Nguyen Minh Canh

Japanese Buffet Restaurant

If you are looking for the best Japanese buffet in Singapore, look no further. We have compiled a list of 25 restaurants that offer an extensive variety of choices and will satisfy any appetite- big or small! Whether it is your first time visiting one of these establishments or this is already your favorite restaurant to visit with friends, we hope our list helps you find the perfect place to enjoy some fresh food on a budget!

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