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Japanese-Owned & Operated Sushi Restaurants in South Florida

The chefs quietly holding the Edomae line

Japanese-Owned & Operated Sushi Restaurants in South Florida The chefs quietly holding the Edomae line

Updated 2026-07-07 14:48 UTC

By Foodies Who Review South Florida

I originally compiled this list in response to the (ridiculous, without merit) Sun-Sentinel sushi readers'-choice award bake-off. While Japanese ownership doesn't automatically guarantee quality, it nearly always signals something deeper — discipline, restraint, and respect for sushi as an art form rather than a trend. South Florida doesn't have many truly Japanese-owned or operated sushi restaurants, but the ones that do exist are worth the pilgrimage. These are the chefs and owners quietly maintaining the Edomae tradition, focusing on rice temperature, fish balance, and seasonality instead of spicy-mayo theatrics.

💲 Takeout-Focused & Markets

Sushi Raku

Active 2COP

10135 WEST COMMERCIAL BLVD, Tamarac

Licensee: RAKUSHO LLC

Chef Mido Kiyoyaki's compact take-out restaurant offering high-grade fish and properly seasoned rice.

HP / 24mo: 3
INT / 24mo: 7
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-06-25
Severity score: 3029
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1624789

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Sushi Kyu

Active 2COP

690 YAMATO ROAD SUITE 4, Boca Raton

Licensee: POKE MAN LLC

Another Kiyoyaki venture with the same purity-first philosophy.

HP / 24mo: 4
INT / 24mo: 5
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-02-04
Severity score: 1977
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6021048

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Sasaya Japanese Market

Active 2APS

1956 E SUNRISE BLVD, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: RTS88 INC

Beloved Japanese grocery with fresh sushi, bento, and pantry staples.

HP / 24mo: 5
INT / 24mo: 1
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 6
Last inspection: 2026-03-09
Severity score: 1952
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: NOS1624704

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Sushi-One

Active 2APS

23 N FEDERAL HWY, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: CHIBA CORPORATION

Run by "Mama-san" & "Papa-san"; nostalgic counter for classic sushi to go.

HP / 24mo: 8
INT / 24mo: 1
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-01-29
Severity score: 2388
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1617901

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💲💲 Moderate

Koume Japanese Restaurant

Active 2COP

11905 W SUNRISE BLVD, Plantation

Licensee: SEQUITA INC

Family-owned, playful plating but traditional heart — sushi, tempura, udon, teriyaki.

HP / 24mo: 11
INT / 24mo: 7
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 8
Last inspection: 2026-02-23
Severity score: 3717
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1619251

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Marumi Sushi

Active 2COP

8271 W SUNRISE BLVD, Plantation

Licensee: ROCK AND RIVER FOOD INC

Part izakaya, part sushi bar; late-night favorite among Japanese expats.

HP / 24mo: 13
INT / 24mo: 3
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 7
Last inspection: 2026-05-14
Severity score: 3620
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1621222

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Sozo Sushi Bar

Active 2COP

2362 WILTON DR, Wilton Manors

Licensee: KURIHARA INC

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 1
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-05-01
Severity score: 1069
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1621723

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Ebisu Japanese Restaurant

Active 2COP

7100 FAIRWAY DR, Palm Beach Gardens

Licensee: EBISU INC

Since 1992 — quiet mastery, impeccable ingredients, longtime staff.

HP / 24mo: 13
INT / 24mo: 18
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 8
Last inspection: 2026-03-06
Severity score: 5027
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6010424

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Asaka Japanese Restaurant

Active 2COP

20355 BISCAYNE BLVD, Aventura

Licensee: ASAKA CORP

Classic Edomae style with Japanese chefs at the bar.

HP / 24mo: 7
INT / 24mo: 3
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-01-22
Severity score: 3835
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2322793

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Mikan Japanese Restaurant

Active 2COP

12502 PINES BLVD, Pembroke Pines

Licensee: MIKAN JAPANESE RESTAURANT LLC

Founded 1996 by Seiji "Ike" Ikemizu — balanced, authentic dishes in casual settings. Two locations: Miami + Pembroke Pines.

HP / 24mo: 1
INT / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-03-05
Severity score: 2686
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1623577

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💲💲💲 High-End & Omakase

Hiden

Active 2COP

313 NW 25 STREET, Miami

Licensee: LET'S TACO INC

Chef Seijun Okano's 8-seat omakase; minimalist, exacting, sublime.

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 4
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2025-09-30
Severity score: 1139
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2335777

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Hiyakawa

Active 2APS

2700 N MIAMI AVE UNIT 103 - 104, Miami

Licensee: HIYAKAWA MIAMI LLC

Chef Shuji Hiyakawa's serene, architectural counter.

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-06-04
Severity score: 29
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2338057

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Midorie by Shuji Hiyakawa

Active 2COP

851 NE 79 ST, Miami

Licensee: JAPAN AUTHENTIC FOOD SYSTEM LLC

Fine-casual offshoot emphasizing Toyosu fish and balanced rice.

HP / 24mo: 7
INT / 24mo: 6
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-03-11
Severity score: 1345
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2335752

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Ogawa

Active 4COPMichelin Star

7223 NW 2 AVE, Miami

Licensee: OGAWA MIAMI LLC

Chef Masayuki Komatsu under owner Álvaro Pérez Miranda; Michelin star.

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 3
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-06-11
Severity score: 504
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2337845

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Shingo

Active 2COP

112 ALHAMBRA CIR, Coral Gables

Licensee: 112 SUSHI LLC

Chef Shingo Akikuni's 14-seat counter; seasonal and intimate.

HP / 24mo: 1
INT / 24mo: 8
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-04-22
Severity score: 324
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2337634

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Naoe

Active 2COP

661 BRICKELL KEY DRIVE, Miami

Licensee: KAMAKURA INC

Chef Kevin Cory's omakase jewel box; unmatched precision.

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 12
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-03-12
Severity score: 491
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2333563

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Makoto

Active 4COP

9700 COLLINS AVENUE STE 378, Bal Harbour

Licensee: HARBOUR RESTAURANT PARTNERS LLC

Chef Makoto Okuwa; modern sophistication with Edomae discipline.

HP / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 3
Last inspection: 2026-06-17
Severity score: 793
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2337147

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Sushi Yasu Tanaka

Active 2COP

151 NE 41 ST UNIT 137, Miami

Licensee: SUSHI YASU LLC

Chef Yasu Tanaka; compact counter, seasonal purity.

HP / 24mo: 1
INT / 24mo: 1
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 1
Last inspection: 2026-06-30
Severity score: 112
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2338605

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🥢 Tradition-Focused (Non-Japanese ownership, traditional technique)

Non-Japanese ownership but strict adherence to classic Japanese technique and omakase discipline.

Noutta Sushi & Thai

Active 2COP

6592 W ATLANTIC AVE, Delray Beach

Licensee: NOUTTA SUSHI LLC

Chef Noutta, originally from Laos, sources select sashimi-grade fish from around the world and is certified to serve A5 Wagyu. An unassuming sushi restaurant in a legacy shopping plaza that is eye-openingly good. Est. 2025.

HP / 24mo: 11
INT / 24mo: 10
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 12
Last inspection: 2026-03-10
Severity score: 4321
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6021853

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Masamune Japanese Restaurant

Active 2COP

310 S FEDERAL HWY, Deerfield Beach

Licensee: TENG87 FOOD INC

Est. ~2002. Chef Bruce (Chinese) maintains Toyosu-level sourcing and precise Edomae sequencing.

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-01-22
Severity score: 2645
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1611712

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Kokoro Sushi

Active 2COP

7461 N FEDERAL HWY , Boca Raton

Licensee: GOLDEN LAND LLC

Masamune's smaller sibling; same clean discipline.

HP / 24mo: 14
INT / 24mo: 24
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 9
Last inspection: 2026-06-11
Severity score: 6406
Ownership changes: 1
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6019079

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Kaizen Sushi Bar & Grill

Active 4COP

5640 N FEDERAL HWY STE 3, Fort Lauderdale

Licensee: HO LAM INC

Est. ~2018. Chef Qui Lam (Cambodian) emphasizes aging, balance, and minimalism.

HP / 24mo: 5
INT / 24mo: 11
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 8
Last inspection: 2026-01-26
Severity score: 1759
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA1613185

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Sunset Sushi / Sushi by Bou (Bouhadana Concepts)

Active

ZERO DUVAL ST, Key West

Licensee: SEABOARD ASSOCIATES LMTD PTNR

Est. 2023–2024. Chef David Bouhadana (American, trained in Japan) delivers clean, Toyosu-based omakase.

HP / 24mo: 0
INT / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 3
Last inspection: 2026-05-27
Severity score: 2491
License expiry: 2026-10-01
DBPR license: SEA5402775

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Uchi

Active 4COP

252 NW 25 STREET UNITS R Q P, Miami

Licensee: UCHI MIAMI LLC

Est. 2021. Chef Tyson Cole's Texas-born concept balances modern aesthetics with traditional restraint.

HP / 24mo: 1
INT / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-06-17
Severity score: 333
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2336767

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Taki Omakase

Active 2COP

1658 N FEDERAL HWY, Boca Raton

Licensee: DANSHANHU GROUP LLC

Est. 2020s. NYC-trained chefs execute multi-course Edomae progressions with modern touches.

HP / 24mo: 8
INT / 24mo: 16
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 6
Last inspection: 2026-04-14
Severity score: 3922
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6020868

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Sushigo

Active 2COP

477 N FEDERAL HWY, Boca Raton

Licensee: SUSHIGO

Est. 2020s. NYC-trained chefs execute multi-course Edomae progressions with modern touches.

HP / 24mo: 7
INT / 24mo: 8
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 7
Last inspection: 2026-03-16
Severity score: 1859
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6020999

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🏮 Legacy Traditional (20+ years)

Full-service Japanese restaurants that helped shape the region's early sushi culture.

Hiro's Yakko-San

Active 4COP

3007 NE 163 ST, North Miami Beach

Licensee: YAMAGUCHI INC

Tatami booths, wood beams, and a menu unchanged for over 40 years. (DBPR licenses this as Hiro's Japanese Restaurant.)

HP / 24mo: 6
INT / 24mo: 2
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2026-06-30
Severity score: 3704
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2324640

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Matsuri Japanese Restaurant

AT YOUR OWN RISK Active 2COP

5759 SW 40 ST, Miami

Licensee: MATSURI INC

Editorial cuisine-guide note
Est. 1988. Still the benchmark for authentic sushi in Miami.

HP / 24mo: 31
INT / 24mo: 20
Emergency closures (24mo): 2
Inspections (24mo): 9
Last inspection: 2026-02-24
Severity score: 6300
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2318033

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Sakura Sushi

Active 2COP

1180 SW 57TH AVE, West Miami

Licensee: SAKURA WEST MIAMI LLC

Est. 1998. Family-run sushi bar known for cozy booths and consistent sushi offerings. Many long-time patrons say they've been dining there for 20+ years.

HP / 24mo: 13
INT / 24mo: 29
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 8
Last inspection: 2026-05-11
Severity score: 4769
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2326168

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Sushi Yama

Active 4COP

7050 W PALMETTO PARK RD BAY 33, Boca Raton

Licensee: SUSHI YAMA INC

Est. 1996. A Boca fixture since the '90s; unpretentious and steady.

HP / 24mo: 13
INT / 24mo: 8
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 4
Last inspection: 2025-10-30
Severity score: 6499
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6020458

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Sushi Jo

Active 2COP

9557 NW 41 ST, Doral

Licensee: CATERING CONNECTION INC

Est. early 2000s. Palm Beach's early pioneer of upscale sushi is still going strong.

HP / 24mo: 2
INT / 24mo: 5
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-01-29
Severity score: 1692
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2329035

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⚪ Modern Japanese / Creative Interpretations

Akira Back

Active 13CT

233 NE 2 AVE, Delray Beach

Licensee: DELRAY HOTEL OWNER LLC

Chef Akira Back (Korean-American) fuses Japanese and Korean techniques in a stylish, high-energy room.

HP / 24mo: 10
INT / 24mo: 4
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 5
Last inspection: 2026-03-30
Severity score: 1779
License expiry: 2026-12-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA6022599

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Zuma Miami

Active 4COP

270 BISCAYNE BLVDWAY, Miami

Licensee: ZUMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT MIAMI LLC

International izakaya concept combining luxury and Japanese inspiration.

HP / 24mo: 2
INT / 24mo: 7
Emergency closures (24mo): 0
Inspections (24mo): 6
Last inspection: 2026-04-22
Severity score: 2405
License expiry: 2026-10-01
ABT expiry: 03/31/2027
DBPR license: SEA2332632

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Data sources: FRI. Built from DBPR public inspection records, Florida Sunbiz business filings, and Foursquare/OSS location data. All counts are derived from public records — no estimates or projections unless labeled as forecast.