The Definitive guide to Australia's top Japanese dining experiences.

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Introducing the Kirin Ichiban 50, the best modern Japanese bites in Sydney and Melbourne nominated by you and curated by our two expert judges—Chefs Mitch Orr and Masahiko Yomoda.
Get the crew together and tick them off one by one.
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The Best Japanese Restaurants In Sydney Right Now
Whether you’re salivating over sashimi, searching for sake or needing nigiri, Sydney is peppered with new-world, ultra-traditional and fusion-style Japanese restaurants.
The Best Ramen In Melbourne For 2025
Ramen—a timeless pairing of noodles, broth and various accoutrements. Chewy noodles that have been cooked to the exact level of firmness, broths varying from a light and salty to one made by slow-cooking pork bones. Toppings that vary from pork that's been braised in soy sauce, sake and sugar, to soft-boiled eggs marinated in a mix of ingredients that are often a closely guarded secret. Better still, you can find some of the best ramen in Melbourne/Naarm.
Sydney’s Best Bento Boxes And Where To Find Them
From teriyaki chicken to pork katsu, bento boxes are delicious and convenient—so, we've rounded up the best spots in Sydney you can score one for your next lunch break.
15 Of The Best Omakase Dining Experiences In Sydney Right Now
If you've never sat down for omakase with a handful of guests and a chef preparing 20-odd courses in front of you—it's time you got in the know.
Where to Find the Best Sushi in Melbourne
The king of all the quick lunches, the perfect ‘cool’ tinder date dinner option and the divider of friendships. Yes folks, we’re talking about sushi. And more specifically, Melbourne’s best sushi restaurants.
Warm Up From Within At The Best Spots For Ramen In Sydney Right Now
Whether you're a fan of rich tonkotsu or a lighter, miso broth, this is our definitive list of Sydney’s tastiest ramen hangouts.
Your Guide To Melbourne’s Best Bento Boxes For 2022
If you’re on TikTok chances are you’ve seen Bento Box videos, the tag now has over 1.6 Billion views. The word bento originates from the Japanese word meaning lunchbox and dates back to the 5th Century when bamboo was used to carry food out to the battlefields. Nowadays it’s not quite as much work, in fact, you can grab them all around town.
8 Modern Japanese Bites to Add To Your Foodie Bucket List
Your first taste of the Kirin Ichiban 50, rounding up eight must-try modern Japanese bites you need to tick off, stat.
Wrap Your Hands Around the Best Yakitori in Town At These 6 Eateries
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