Hai Phong has Japanese restaurants for several different plans. Sushi Tei is the convenient mall choice; Hishou suits hotel dining and business meals; TOHOKU, Sushiya Kiku and Akataiyo offer broad à la carte menus; Hanayuki, Hikari HP, Kukai and Matsu Fuku add more local choices for sushi, sashimi and cooked Japanese dishes.
For a quick decision, choose by location and dining format rather than by an old review score. Confirm the exact branch, meal session and last order on the day. Several restaurants pause between lunch and dinner, while private rooms and some weekly closing details require advance confirmation.
This is a practical comparison, not a quality ranking. Each restaurant name is counted once; Sushiya Kiku and Akataiyo each have two Hai Phong locations listed below.
Quick guide to choosing a Japanese restaurant in Hai Phong
- For easy mall access: Sushi Tei at AEON Mall Hai Phong Le Chan.
- For a hotel restaurant or business meal: Hishou at Hotel Nikko Hai Phong.
- For a broad menu: TOHOKU covers sushi, sashimi, grilled dishes, noodles, rice and hot pot.
- For two location choices: Sushiya Kiku and Akataiyo both list two branches in Hai Phong.
- For a long-running local restaurant: Hanayuki remains at its established Tô Hiệu address.
- For a smaller setting with private-room options: Hikari HP on Văn Cao.
- For a high-floor city-center setting: Kukai on the 11th floor of Hai Phong Tower.
- For sushi and sashimi near the city center: Matsu Fuku at its current Lê Đại Hành location.
9 Japanese restaurants in Hai Phong
1. Sushi Tei at AEON Mall Hai Phong Le Chan
Sushi Tei is on Level 1 of AEON Mall Hai Phong Le Chan. Its menu extends beyond sushi and sashimi to fried and grilled dishes, hot pots and desserts. The mall location is useful when a group values straightforward parking, indoor access and a published all-day opening window.
- Address: Level 1, shop 16, AEON Mall Hai Phong Le Chan, 10 Võ Nguyên Giáp, Hai Phong
- Reservations: 1900 292 977
- Hours: 10:00–22:00 daily
Best for: families, mixed-age groups and visitors who want a Japanese restaurant inside a shopping mall.
2. Hishou Restaurant at Hotel Nikko Hai Phong
Hishou is the Japanese restaurant on the second floor of Hotel Nikko Hai Phong. The kitchen is led by a Japanese chef, and the restaurant offers a tempura counter, lunch sets, an à la carte menu and two private rooms. It is a more formal option than a casual sushi shop, so ask about dress expectations, room minimums and any hotel service charge when booking.
- Address: Second floor, Hotel Nikko Hai Phong, No. 1 Road 1, Waterfront City, Hai Phong
- Restaurant hotline: 0862 999 726
- Lunch: 11:00–14:00; last order 13:30
- Dinner: 18:00–22:00; last order 21:30
Confirm directly if planning a Tuesday meal, because the restaurant may observe a weekly closing day.
Best for: business meals, special occasions and diners who prefer a hotel setting or private room.
3. TOHOKU Japanese Restaurant
TOHOKU has a large à la carte menu covering sashimi, sushi, rolls, steamed dishes, soups, tempura, grilled dishes, noodles, rice and hot pot. The split lunch and dinner schedule matters: the restaurant closes between the two sessions, so it is not a mid-afternoon option.
- Address: Lot 28A, Lê Hồng Phong new urban area, Gia Viên Ward, Hai Phong
- Reservations: 0522 286 668
- Hours: 10:00–14:00 and 17:00–22:00 daily
Best for: groups that want sushi and sashimi alongside a substantial choice of cooked Japanese dishes.
4. Sushiya Kiku, also known as Hoa Cúc Vàng
Sushiya Kiku is also known locally as Hoa Cúc Vàng. Its current sushi menu includes sashimi, nigiri, rolls, rice bowls, fried and grilled dishes, noodles and hot pot. The brand lists two Sushiya Kiku locations in Hai Phong.
- Điện Biên Phủ branch: 67 Điện Biên Phủ; 0942 005 799
- Vinhomes Imperia branch: BH4-01 Vinhomes Imperia; 0923 772 233
- Hours: 11:00–14:00 and 17:30–22:00 daily
- Last orders: 13:45 and 21:45
Do not confuse these sushi branches with Yakiniku Kiku at 87 Văn Cao. The yakiniku restaurant is a separate grill concept with its own phone number and menu.
Best for: à la carte sushi and sashimi with a choice between a central address and Vinhomes Imperia.
5. Akataiyo Sushi
Akataiyo lists two Hai Phong branches and publishes separate phone numbers for them. The menu focuses on sushi, sashimi and rolls, with cooked dishes for diners who do not want raw seafood. Select the branch before asking about a table, menu item or promotion.
- Văn Cao branch: 294 Văn Cao; 0988 791 938
- Đinh Tiên Hoàng branch: 10 Đinh Tiên Hoàng; 0782 521 111
- Hours: 10:00–14:00 and 16:30–22:00 daily
Best for: diners who want a sushi-focused menu and can choose between Văn Cao and the central Đinh Tiên Hoàng area.
6. Hanayuki – Hoa Tuyết
Hanayuki is a long-running Japanese restaurant at 353 Tô Hiệu. Its established menu profile includes sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled eel and Japanese-style hot pots. Tatami-style seating and private-room options are listed, but ask which room size is available before bringing a group.
- Address: 353 Tô Hiệu, Hai Phong
- Telephone: 0225 3955 889
- Hours to confirm: lunch is generally around 10:00–14:00, with dinner from about 16:30 or 17:00 until 22:00
Do not assume the kitchen serves continuously through the afternoon. A same-day call is useful if you plan to arrive between the normal lunch and dinner periods.
Best for: diners who prefer an established restaurant setting and groups that may need a private room.
7. Hikari HP
Hikari HP is a compact Japanese restaurant on Văn Cao. Its menu covers sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled eel, ramen, salads and other cooked dishes. Small private rooms are part of its appeal, although their capacity and availability should be confirmed before arrival.
- Address: 210 Văn Cao, Hai Phong
- Telephone: 0934 661 168
- Hours: call for the current lunch and dinner sessions, especially for a mid-afternoon or late-evening visit
This entry refers specifically to Hikari HP at 210 Van Cao. Do not apply its telephone number or hours to similarly named Hikari venues elsewhere in Hai Phong.
Best for: couples or small groups looking for Japanese food on Văn Cao, with the option to request a private room.
8. Kukai Japanese Restaurant
Kukai is on the 11th floor of Hai Phong Tower. The high-floor location makes it a practical central choice for a business meal or group dinner. Ask directly about table layout or a private room if separation from the main dining area matters.
- Address: 11th floor, Hai Phong Tower, 85 Trần Phú, Hai Phong
- Telephone: 0225 3588 388 or 0936 616 378
- Hours: confirm the current lunch and dinner service and last order when reserving
Navigate by the building name rather than relying only on a street number. Older map pins may still display 32 Trần Phú for Hai Phong Tower.
Best for: city-center dining, a higher-floor setting and groups that will confirm their preferred table arrangement in advance.
9. Matsu Fuku
Matsu Fuku now operates from Lê Đại Hành rather than the former Văn Cao address. Its current restaurant profile is centered on sushi, sashimi and seafood, with separate lunch and dinner sessions. Ask the restaurant to send a map pin because the alley entrance can appear under more than one Lê Đại Hành street number.
- Current address: 5/23A Lê Đại Hành, Hai Phong
- Telephone: 0944 697 188
- Hours: 11:00–14:00 and 17:00–22:30 daily
Do not use the old 93 Văn Cao address or the former landline when planning a visit.
Best for: sushi, sashimi and seafood near central Hai Phong, provided you confirm the correct alley entrance.
How to book without branch or timing problems
Choose the exact branch before checking the menu
Sushiya Kiku and Akataiyo each have two Hai Phong locations. Promotions, room availability and individual menu items may differ by branch. Send the full street address when reserving instead of using only the restaurant name.
Confirm the meal session and last order
A posted closing time does not show whether the kitchen pauses in mid-afternoon or stops taking orders earlier. This matters at Hishou, TOHOKU, Sushiya Kiku, Akataiyo, Hanayuki and Matsu Fuku. Ask for the last order time if your arrival is close to the end of lunch or dinner.
Ask for the current menu and total price
Seafood availability, set menus and promotions can change. Request the menu for the correct branch and ask whether VAT or a service charge is included. This is especially useful at a hotel restaurant, for a private room or when ordering a chef-selected set.
Discuss dietary needs before arrival
A menu may include vegetable rolls, tofu or noodles without being fully vegetarian. Broth, sauces and shared preparation areas can still involve fish, shellfish, meat or other allergens. Explain the exact restriction and ask what the kitchen can prepare before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Which Japanese restaurant is inside AEON Mall Hai Phong?
Sushi Tei is on Level 1 of AEON Mall Hai Phong Le Chan at 10 Võ Nguyên Giáp. It publishes daily hours of 10:00–22:00. AEON Mall is also a scheduled shopping stop on the Hai Phong city tour; confirm the day’s mall timing before making a restaurant reservation around the visit.
Which restaurants list private rooms?
Hishou publishes two private rooms. Hanayuki, Hikari HP and Kukai also list private or separated seating. Confirm capacity, minimum spend and availability directly because the details can vary by room and meal period.
Which restaurants have more than one Hai Phong location?
Sushiya Kiku lists branches at 67 Điện Biên Phủ and BH4-01 Vinhomes Imperia. Akataiyo lists branches at 294 Văn Cao and 10 Đinh Tiên Hoàng. Use the branch-specific phone number shown above.
Do Japanese restaurants in Hai Phong stay open all afternoon?
Several do not. TOHOKU, Sushiya Kiku, Akataiyo and Matsu Fuku publish separate lunch and dinner sessions, while Hanayuki and Hikari HP should be called before a mid-afternoon visit. Sushi Tei is the clearest option in this guide for continuous service from late morning through the evening.
Choosing a Japanese restaurant in Hai Phong
Choose Sushi Tei for mall convenience, Hishou for a hotel meal, TOHOKU for a broad menu, or Sushiya Kiku and Akataiyo when branch choice matters. Hanayuki and Hikari HP suit diners who prefer established local settings, Kukai offers a high-floor central location, and Matsu Fuku is an option for sushi and sashimi once you confirm its current alley entrance.
The most useful final check is the exact branch, current meal session, last order and total price. Confirm those details directly before traveling, especially for private rooms, late arrivals or a menu centered on seasonal seafood.