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Best Japanese Restaurants in Kansas City, Missouri

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Honouring the top spots in Kansas City.

A table worth seeking out. Meet the restaurants leading the current rankings in Kansas City, Missouri, and discover what puts each one at the top.

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82.3
#1

Kansas City Missouri

Akoya Omakase

For a relaxed meal, Akoya Omakase is one table worth exploring.

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77.8
#2

Kansas City Missouri

Sama Zama

For your next night out, Sama Zama is one table worth exploring.

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76.0
#3

Kansas City Missouri

Noka

For dinner with friends, Noka is one table worth exploring.

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Top Places in Kansas City

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#1

Akoya Omakase

Kansas City, Missouri

9
82.3
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Illustrative image: Intimate chef counter at a fine dining restaurant
#2

Sama Zama

Kansas City, Missouri

1
77.8
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Illustrative image: Atmospheric courtyard restaurant in warm evening light
#3

Noka

Kansas City, Missouri

1
76.0
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#4

Sushi Nami at Wok n Roll

Kansas City, Missouri

1
67.8
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#5

Komatsu Ramen

Kansas City, Missouri

0
53.2
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On the rise in Kansas City.

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Illustrative image: Destination dining room
#1

Noka

Kansas City, Missouri

76.0
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Illustrative image: Close-up of a bright coastal restaurant dish
#2

Akoya Omakase

Kansas City, Missouri

82.3
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#3

Sama Zama

Kansas City, Missouri

77.8
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