Top pick1$$Genki Sushi
KapahuluยทSushi Restaurant
Diners pluck sushi & maki rolls from a moving conveyor belt at this Japan-based chain outpost.
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Kapahulu punches well above its weight when it comes to sushi. This compact stretch of Oahu has something for every kind of raw-fish lover โ from the fun, grab-it-off-the-belt experience at Genki Sushi to the refined omakase counter at Sushi Ginza Onodera, a wood-hued Tokyo outpost offering three distinct omakase menus paired with sake.
The six spots below are ranked entirely by real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii โ no editorial thumb on the scale. Whether you're after a casual, wallet-friendly meal at Kozo Sushi Kapahulu or an intimate chef-driven experience at Omakase By Aung, this list reflects what actual diners in Kapahulu are saying.
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The ranking
Top pick1$$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
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Genki Sushi in Kapahulu currently holds the top spot โ it's well-known for its lively conveyor-belt setup and wide variety of sushi and maki rolls. Rankings are updated as new ratings come in, so check the list for the latest standings.
Genki Sushi and Kozo Sushi Kapahulu are both known for accessible, budget-friendly Japanese eats โ Kozo in particular is an outpost of an Osaka-based chain praised for its no-frills, straightforward sushi at reasonable prices.
The rankings are driven by real visitor ratings submitted to NateEatsHawaii and are refreshed regularly as new reviews come in, so the order can shift over time โ it's always worth checking back before you head out.