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Ramen Takezo Bilker Allee

Perfect Score

The restaurant receives consistently high praise from Japanese reviewers, with particular emphasis on the authenticity of Japanese flavors (excellent noodle-to-broth ratio, genuine Japanese taste) and the warm, friendly service from staff.

ramen
90
2

Hyuga

ProvenJapanese PickAuthentic

This authentic Japanese restaurant led by Japanese chefs offers excellent taste, service, and value, with particularly high praise for sushi and lunch set menus.

90
3

Kagaya

ProvenJapanese PickAuthentic

This Japanese restaurant in Düsseldorf is highly rated by Japanese reviewers for delivering authentic Japanese taste comparable to domestic restaurants, with particularly strong praise for fried chicken, tonkatsu, and the quality of rice and miso soup at reasonable prices.

89
4

tammani · japanese deli + cafe

RisingPerfect ScoreAuthentic

This Japanese-style café run by a Japanese owner consistently receives high praise for authentic taste, excellent service, and welcoming atmosphere.

88
5

Tonkatsu GONTA by Café Relax

ProvenJapanese PickAuthentic

The restaurant successfully delivers authentic Japanese tonkatsu with thick, crispy cutlets and high-quality dashi broth that closely match the taste of Japan, earning consistent praise as "no different from Japan.

87

Yabase

ProvenAuthentic

Highly regarded as one of the few authentic Japanese restaurants in Europe, offering excellent taste, fresh ingredients, and reasonable pricing.

84

Takezo

ProvenAuthentic

This Japanese ramen restaurant in Düsseldorf, Germany consistently receives praise for authentic, high-quality ramen and fried rice comparable to Japanese standards, with relatively stable ratings over time.

81

Matcha Café Wakaba

Japanese Pick

Japanese reviewers highly appreciate the authentic matcha latte and Japanese sweets, particularly praising the tea quality and taste comparable to Japan.

wagashi
79

Sakuragiya - Japanese Ramen

ProvenJapanese PickAuthentic

The restaurant was highly praised in its early period (2 years ago) for authentically reproducing genuine Japanese ramen flavors from its Akita headquarters, but a noticeable decline in quality began after the owner returned to Japan.

77

Nagomi - Japanese Restaurant

ProvenJapanese PickAuthentic

The sushi and sashimi maintain consistently high quality and authenticity, earning strong praise for freshness and craftsmanship.

76

Takumi 2nd Tonkotsu

ProvenAuthentic

The restaurant received high praise during its early years (7 years ago) but shows a declining quality trend over time.

75

Renya

Authentic

The restaurant is highly regarded for its authentic Japanese cuisine with quality comparable to local dining in Japan, particularly praised for dishes like takoyaki and grilled skewers.

74

Ah-Un

ProvenJapanese PickAuthentic

This Japanese yakiniku restaurant offers high-quality wagyu beef that rivals authentic Japanese standards, with consistently positive reviews about meat quality and flavor.

74

Daidokoro Umaimon

Proven

This ramen restaurant in Düsseldorf is highly praised for delivering authentic Japanese flavors comparable to those in Japan, particularly its rich chicken broth-based ramen and authentic side dishes.

74

Roku - Japanese Dining & Wine

RisingHidden GemJapanese PickPerfect ScoreAuthentic

This restaurant is highly praised as an authentic Japanese dining destination in Germany, with consistently excellent evaluations across taste, service, and ambiance.

72

Zero Banchi

Overall, the restaurant receives high marks for taste, with customers particularly praising dishes like eel bowl and curry, as well as the diverse menu featuring Hokkaido regional cuisine.

72

Kushi-Tei of Tokyo

Mixed Reviews

The restaurant offers authentic Japanese izakaya cuisine with generally good quality sushi and grilled dishes, attracting both Japanese expatriates and German customers.

70

Takoyaki Teppachi

The restaurant consistently receives high praise for its delicious takoyaki and onigiri, as well as friendly and attentive staff service.

ramen
69

Nagaya

1 Michelin Star (2026)

The cuisine consistently receives high praise for its sophisticated fusion of Japanese and French techniques, with each dish crafted with exceptional artistry and refinement.

69

Furusato

RisingHidden Gem

Consistently praised by Japanese-speaking overseas residents for authentic home-style Japanese cuisine, particularly curry and croquette curry that evoke nostalgic memories of Japan.

ramen
68

Yakitori Numata

Japanese PickAuthentic

The ramen and yakitori are highly authentic and comparable to Japanese standards, earning consistent praise from Japanese reviewers.

68

Don by Maruyasu

Japanese PickAuthentic

Earlier reviews praised the restaurant for rigorous quality control, reasonable prices, and authentic sushi offerings, but recent feedback shows declining satisfaction with non-professional sushi craftsmanship, premium pricing, inconsistent service quality, and lack of attention to detail.

68

Soba-An

Japanese PickMixed Reviews

This handmade soba restaurant is highly valued as a rare gem in Europe offering authentic Japanese soba and tempura that rivals quality found in Japan itself.

68

sumi.

This restaurant maintains consistently high ratings across multiple years, demonstrating exceptional quality in both cuisine and service that rivals authentic Japanese establishments.

66

Wayo Delicatessen

Proven

The store is appreciated for its Japanese food selection and clean environment, but customers criticize the high pricing and monopolistic practices.

onigiri
65

Naniwa sushi & more

Perfect ScoreAuthentic

The restaurant maintains authentic Japanese hospitality and consistently good service, with staff showing attentive care even during busy hours.

64

KUMO | Dorayaki & Softeis(Oststraße)

Authentic

While the restaurant consistently receives praise for its cute ambiance and good service, it faces significant authenticity concerns.

other
63

RAUM

Rising

This Japanese-owned casual café in Düsseldorf is praised for its creative seafood rice bowls, unique mapo tofu bowls, and distinctive beverages like matcha oat milk lattes.

63

Wakaba Japan Shop And Cafe

Authentic

This Japanese tea café is highly appreciated for authentic matcha and hojicha beverages, traditional sweets, and bento boxes that evoke the taste of Japan, with a welcoming atmosphere.

wagashi
62

Toi Izakaya Bar

Rising

The restaurant has consistently received praise for delicious food and warm, attentive service from staff members, particularly MIKI and Alex, over the past several months.

62

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