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7 Japanese Restaurants in Korat

Choose an izakaya evening in the city, sushi around SUT, curry rice at The Mall or a Japanese buffet. Local restaurants lead the selection, with a few mall branches included for a distinct style of meal and a clearly identified location.

Updated · 7 placesHow we choose

Ranked by Google rating, weighted by number of reviews · Editor's picks marked · updated October 2026

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7 Japanese Restaurants in Korat

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Kuroda

Mentioned in 3 sources
FoodNai Mueang
4.9 (2,050) GoogleGoogle rating · updated Oct 2026

Buffet & à la carte · Published ฿699 net buffet; confirm today

Kuroda offers a Japanese buffet and à la carte choice on San-Prasit Road. …more

Kuroda
Photo: คุโรดะ · Google
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ZEN Restaurant · Central KoratZEN Restaurant (เซ็น เรสเตอร์รองท์ อาหารญี่ปุ่น) - เซ็นทรัลพลาซา นครราชสีมา

Mentioned in 4 sources
FoodKorat city
4.7 (102) GoogleGoogle rating · updated Oct 2026

Signature buffet ฿599 + 10% · 120 minutes · Offer through 31 Jan 2027

ZEN on Central Korat’s fourth floor provides a Japanese buffet option with a published branch-specific offer. …more

ZEN Restaurant · Central Korat
Photo: Sally GB · Google
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CoCo Ichibanya · The Mall Koratโคโค่ อิฉิบันยะ · เดอะมอลล์ โคราช

Mentioned in 4 sources
FoodKorat city
4.4 (91) GoogleGoogle rating · updated Oct 2026

Japanese curry · Brand menu examples ฿195–220

CoCo ICHIBANYA adds Japanese curry rice to the list at The Mall Korat. …more

CoCo Ichibanya · The Mall Korat
Photo: Joey · Google
How we choose and order places

The whole list is ordered by Google rating weighted by review count, using a 50-review prior and the mean of qualifying places. Food and drink places need at least 4.4 stars and 30 reviews, including editor picks. Editor picks are pinned first and marked. Lists need at least three qualifying places to appear in our directory.

We identify each exact Korat branch and its documented Japanese-food style, then match the existing place record and saved operational snapshot. Prices are attributed to the relevant menu or offer; an old or brand-wide price is never treated as a guaranteed branch bill.

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Plan your visit

Use the style of meal to make a first choice. An izakaya meal at Shakariki 432 or Kaizen Sakaba can centre on sharing, while CoCo ICHIBANYA at The Mall is a curry-rice stop. Ryujin and Gorilla Sushi bring the search towards the SUT area. Match that location to your day rather than crossing the city simply because every option appears in the same list.

For a mixed group, look at cooked dishes as well as sushi before choosing. Ask which menu applies at the named branch and whether each person can order separately. Buffet offers need a separate check of the tier, dining time and final charge. A brand-wide menu can help you shortlist dishes, but branch participation and the available selection should be confirmed when you book or arrive.

Where can I try izakaya-style dining in Korat?

Shakariki 432 at City Link and Kaizen Sakaba on Chom Surang Yat Road are documented izakaya options. Shakariki also lists a terrace and private karaoke rooms.

Which restaurant is useful for a cooked curry meal?

CoCo ICHIBANYA at The Mall Korat specialises in Japanese curry rice. Its brand menu lists pork or chicken cutlet curry at 220 baht; confirm the branch price and available toppings.

What is the published ZEN buffet price at Central Korat?

The operator lists Central Korat for Signature at 599 baht plus a 10% service charge, with drinks and a 120-minute limit. The advertised period ends 31 January 2027; confirm participation at the branch.

Where are the sushi options near SUT?

Ryujin is identified as the SUT Gate 4 branch, with sushi, sashimi and rice bowls. Gorilla Sushi is on University Road, with sushi and earlier evidence of bento. Confirm today’s menu and prices.

How can I plan a Japanese meal for people with different preferences?

Compare the actual branch menu for cooked mains, rice dishes and sushi before booking. Decide together whether a shared à la carte meal or one buffet package suits the whole table.

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