Top pick1$$Genki Sushi
Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant
Diners pluck sushi & maki rolls from a moving conveyor belt at this Japan-based chain outpost.
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Kapahulu punches well above its weight when it comes to sushi. Whether you're in the mood for a fun, casual conveyor-belt experience at Genki Sushi or a refined, multi-course omakase at Sushi Ginza Onodera — a small, wood-hued Tokyo-outpost with a dedicated sushi counter — this neighborhood has you covered across every budget and occasion.
I pulled together the six spots worth knowing in Kapahulu, combining the area's best-rated options with any places I've personally verified. Spots that carry the NateEatsHawaii badge are ones I personally recommend — look for that marker as you browse the list.
From no-frills chain stops like Kozo Sushi Kapahulu to intimate omakase dining, Kapahulu's sushi scene is compact but genuinely impressive. Scroll down to explore all six spots and find the right one for your next meal.
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Top pick1$$Diners pluck sushi & maki rolls from a moving conveyor belt at this Japan-based chain outpost.
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4$Outpost of an Osaka-based chain serving sushi & other basic Japanese eats in a no-frills setting.
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6$$$$Small, wood-hued Tokyo-outpost with a sushi counter offering three omakase menus & sake.
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FAQ
Kapahulu offers a strong range of sushi options, from the elevated omakase experience at Sushi Ginza Onodera to casual conveyor-belt dining at Genki Sushi. The best choice really depends on your budget and the style of dining you're after — browse the full list above to find your fit.
For a wallet-friendly sushi meal in Kapahulu, Genki Sushi and Kozo Sushi Kapahulu are both popular options — Genki is known for its fun conveyor-belt format, while Kozo is an Osaka-based chain serving sushi and Japanese staples in a no-frills setting.
This is a curated guide that combines Nate's personally verified picks (marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge) with the highest-rated sushi spots in Kapahulu as tracked across the site's catalog of Oahu restaurants. The list is reviewed regularly to keep it accurate and useful.