10 Japanese Buffets For Every Budget, From $18.99++ Per Person!

Got the Japan blues and craving a serious sashimi fix? We get it — our love affair with Japanese cuisine runs deep. Luckily, you don’t need to hop on a plane ticket to Tokyo or Hokkaido to indulge. We’ve scouted out the best Japanese buffet spots around Singapore where you can feast to your heart’s content. Think endless sushi, melt-in-your-mouth sashimi, bubbling hotpot, and smoky grilled meats.

1. Shabu Sai (from $18.99++)

Hotpot or 'shabu shabu' lovers on the hunt for a budget-friendly option will want to have Shabu Sai on their list. They offer a wide variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables, with tasty broth options like Spicy Miso, Sukiyaki, Collagen, and the popular Tonkotsu soup base. It's a casual spot suitable for groups, families, or a quick weeknight dinner, and with multiple outlets across Singapore, it’s easy to find a Shabu Sai near you.

Price list for: Causeway Point, Orchard Central, Changi City Point, Tampines One, Westgate, Nex, Northpoint City and Compass One

Opening hours: 11.30am to 10pm

Shabu Sai has multiple locations. More information can be found on its website.

2. Kiseiki (from $29.90++)

What's great about Kiseki? The price is fixed for lunch and dinner, no matter which day or time you go (no peak prices, apart from special occasions). The 300-seater is known for its affordable yet extensive range of a la carte buffet items that are sure to satisfy your every craving. You'll get the works here with over 200 dishes across 10 categories, from sashimi and sushi to cold seafood, tempura, agemon, teppanyaki, and even hotpot items. That's not all, the 300-seater combines a vibrant Japanese-inspired decor (like dreamy sakura-decked ceilings) with a panoramic view of Orchard Road, so you can soak in the views while filling your belly.

In addition to their lush interior decor, they also feature live music on some evenings to pair with your meal. Bonus: kids under 110 cm dine free!

Lunch: 11.30am to 3pm
Dinner: 6pm to 10pm

Kiseiki is at #08-01/02/03 Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238896. More information can be found on its website.

3. Irodori ($41.70++)

Irodori Restaurant sources its ingredients from Australia, New Zealand, Norway and Europe, offering both buffet and a la carte options, with a wide range of sake and shochu to get your cravings sorted. Suited for both casual meals and special occasions, the restaurant also offers private rooms in a serene, traditionally styled setting. Guests can enjoy a variety of fresh sashimi, sushi, tempura, and grilled items, along with unique offerings like Green Tea Tofu and Ebi Mentai Mayo.

Lunch: 11.30am to 2.30pm
Dinner: 6pm to 10.30pm

Irodori is located at 382 Havelock Road, Four Points by Sheraton Singapore. Riverview #03-01 Singapore 169629. Visit its website for more information.

4. Hokkaido Sushi (from $45++)

Offering a huge selection from authentic traditional to modern Japanese cuisine, Hokkaido Sushi sets itself apart by having its seafood and produce directly air flown from Sapporo (Hokkaido) to Singapore on Tuesdays and Fridays. The ubiquitous sushi, sashimi and temakis and yakimono aside, you can expect to fill your belly with items like White Fish with Truffle sushi, Wagyu Beef with Kimchi, and Ginkarei Shioyaki (grilled halibut).

Kids in baby chairs eat for free.

Lunch:
11.30am to 2pm (Last order 1.20pm) from Mon to Fri
12pm to 2.30pm (Last order 1:45pm) on Sat, Sun and PH
Dinner: 6pm to 10pm

Hokkaido Sushi is at M Hotel Singapore Level 9, 81 Anson Road, Singapore 079908. Visit its website for more information.

5. Shin Yuu (from $45.90++)

Tucked away in the Greenwood Avenue enclave, Shin Yuu has won fans for its cosy vibes and tasty Japanese fare, from salmon aburi to yakimono and agemono. Plus, prices are the same on weekends. Its buffet also features thick-cut sashimi, including tuna, salmon, and swordfish, as well as house specialties like seared tuna belly sushi and the Shin Yuu special, an unagi roll topped with avo.

Prices are not inclusive of drinks and dessert.

Lunch: 12pm to 3pm 
Dinner: 6pm to 10pm

Shin Yuu is at 8 Greenwood Ave, Hillcrest Rd, 289198, More information can be found on its Facebook page.

6. Himawari (from $52.80++)

Himawari Japanese Restaurant is a cosy place that boasts high-quality ingredients, with most diners particularly favouring their sashimi and wagyu beef. They offer a wide variety of dishes, including shabu shabu, teppanyaki, and sushi, and are known for their generous portions. Their buffet option requires at least two diners, so prepare to bring a partner or two to share with.

Lunch: 11.30am to 2.30pm
Dinner: 6pm to 9pm

Himawari is located at 991B Alexandra Rd, #01-08/09, Singapore 119970. More information can be found on its website.

7. Kushi Japanese Dining (from $54.90++)

From fresh raw sashimi to grilled kushiyaki, the a la carte buffet at Kushi Japanese Dining has an expanse of authentic Japanese foods for you to choose from. Opened since 2008, the wide selection of food guarantees something for everyone’s palate, whether it's sushi, yakimono, tempura, cooked items like garlic fried rice, or sashimi sourced from Tokyo's renowned Tsukiji Fish Market. And for grown-ups looking to unwind, there's an extensive sake list.

Plus, buffet diners get special discounts on plates like Murotsu Oysters ($19.60++ for six pieces, U.P $25.80++) and Beef Steak ($20.90 for 200g, U.P. $26.80).

Lunch: 90 minutes, from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Dinner: 120 minutes within 5.30pm to 10pm  

Kushi Japanese Dining is located at 601 MacPherson Road, Grantral Mall @MacPherson, #01-27/28, 368242. More information can be found on its website.

8. Mitsuba (from $59.90++)

Mitsuba is the spot for anyone looking for good-quality Japanese fare that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. There are two menus to choose from, the Regular and the Premium Buffet. With the former, you'll get a choice of over 130 items, from sashimi (Mitsuba prides itself on its thick-cut sashimi) to deep-fried items, teppanyaki and rice dishes. And if you're up for splurging, go for the premium buffet with the addition of elevated plates like oysters, foie gras, lobster bisque and wagyu steak — all free-flow!

Lunch: 11.30am to 2.30pm
Dinner: 6pm to 10pm

Mitsuba is located at 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #03-88 The Central, Singapore 059817. More information can be found on its website.

9. En Dining (from $65++)

With its bar setting and plush cosy booths, En Dining's great for a casual meal or even date night. The a la carte buffet boasts a spread of everything from plump Murotsu Bay oysters (limited to six pieces per person) to fresh sashimi, vibrant maki (there's lobster salad and aburi truffle beef), as well as beef steak, and even unagi fried rice. Don't miss Okinawan specialties like Rafute (braised pork belly) and Negi cha shu (braised cha shu with leek and spring onion).

Mon to Fri: 5.30pm to 10pm
Sat: 11am to 3pm, and 5.30pm to 10pm

En Dining is located at 168 Robinson Road, Capital Tower #01-10, Singapore 068912. Visit its website for more information.

10. Shin Minori (from $65.90++)

Shin Minori has been a longstanding favourite for its extensive repertoire of over 220 authentic Japanese dishes that offer quality for its price point. Located within UE Square with an elegant setting, it takes pride in using the freshest ingredients. You can indulge in everything from fresh sashimi and sushi to appetisers, steamed dishes, teppanyaki, deep-fried dishes, grilled dishes, and rice and noodles, and even mini hot pot. For those who enjoy their alcohol, there's also a wide selection of sake and shochu at competitive prices.

Lunch: 12pm to 2.30pm
Dinner: 6.15pm to 10.15pm

Shin Minori is located at 81 Clemenceau Avenue #03-15/16, UE Square Singapore 239917. More information can be found on its website.