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The Best Japanese & Sushi in North Seattle (2026)

North Seattle's top-ranked japanese & sushi is Akebono Japanese Cuisine in Wedgwood, scoring 92/100 across 244 verified reviews.

Editorially curated Top-5 picks in the Japanese & Sushi category for North Seattle.

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24 picks across North Seattle

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Markers are coloured by score: green ≥ 70, blue 40-69, rust under 40.

The Top 20

Best Japanese & Sushi in North Seattle

Twenty top picks across every sub-type, ranked by the same transparent formula.

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  1. 1

    Akebono Japanese Cuisine

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wedgwood · Seattle · $$

    Akebono Japanese Cuisine is a restaurant in Wedgwood, mid-priced.

    casual cozy fast service great tea selection
    92 /100
    244 reviews
  2. 2

    MINATO

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wallingford · Seattle · $$

    MINATO is a mid-priced restaurant in Wallingford, known for quiet, lunch, and dinner.

    casual quiet trendy lunch
    92 /100
    196 reviews
  3. 3

    MIGAKU

    Japanese & Sushi

    Ballard · Seattle

    MIGAKU is a Japanese restaurant in Ballard.

    cozy trendy great tea selection dinner
    92 /100
    294 reviews
  4. 4

    Wataru

    Japanese & Sushi

    Laurelhurst · Seattle

    Wataru is a restaurant in Laurelhurst, where locals come for dinner.

    cozy romantic trendy upscale
    89 /100
    410 reviews
  5. 5

    Sushi Licious

    Japanese & Sushi

    Ballard · Seattle · $$

    Sushi Licious is a Japanese restaurant in Ballard, mid-priced.

    casual trendy fast service sports
    88 /100
    115 reviews
  6. 6

    aa Sushi

    Japanese & Sushi

    Ballard · Seattle · $$

    aa Sushi is a mid-priced Japanese restaurant in Ballard, known for quiet, lunch, and dinner.

    casual cozy quiet fast service
    88 /100
    211 reviews
  7. 7

    Toyoda Sushi

    Japanese & Sushi

    Lake City · Seattle · $$$$

    Toyoda Sushi is a restaurant in Lake City, high-end.

    casual cozy fast service great tea selection
    87 /100
    734 reviews
  8. 8

    Curry Lab Sapporo

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wedgwood · Seattle · $$

    Curry Lab Sapporo is a mid-priced restaurant in Wedgwood, known for lunch and dinner.

    casual lunch dinner solo dining
    87 /100
    82 reviews
  9. 9

    Arashi Ramen

    Japanese & Sushi

    Ballard · Seattle · $$

    Arashi Ramen is a Japanese restaurant in Ballard ($$), where locals come for great tea selection, lunch, and dinner.

    casual cozy trendy fast service
    86 /100
    1,328 reviews
  10. 10

    ISSIAN

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wallingford · Seattle · $$

    ISSIAN is a mid-priced Japanese restaurant in Wallingford, known for great tea selection, dinner, and family-friendly.

    casual cozy trendy fast service
    85 /100
    1,087 reviews
  11. 11

    Beyond The Bowl

    Japanese & Sushi

    Lake City · Seattle · $$

    Beyond The Bowl is a restaurant in Lake City ($$), where locals come for quiet, lunch, and dinner.

    casual cozy quiet fast service
    85 /100
    392 reviews
  12. 12

    Sam's Sushi Bar & Grill

    Japanese & Sushi

    Ballard · Seattle · $$

    Sam's Sushi Bar & Grill is a Japanese restaurant in Ballard, mid-priced.

    casual cozy fast service great tea selection
    85 /100
    423 reviews
  13. 13

    Hannyatou

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wallingford · Seattle · $$$

    Hannyatou is a Japanese restaurant in Wallingford, higher-end.

    casual trendy fast service great cocktails
    85 /100
    205 reviews
  14. 14

    Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya (Northgate)

    Japanese & Sushi

    Lake City · Seattle · $$

    Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya (Northgate) is a Japanese restaurant in Lake City, mid-priced.

    casual cozy trendy fast service
    84 /100
    2,443 reviews
  15. 15

    Kamakura Japanese Cuisine

    Japanese & Sushi

    Fremont · Seattle · $$

    Kamakura Japanese Cuisine is a mid-priced Japanese restaurant in Fremont, known for great tea selection, lunch, and dinner.

    casual cozy trendy fast service
    82 /100
    809 reviews
  16. 16

    Moshi Moshi Sushi & Izakaya

    Japanese & Sushi

    Ballard · Seattle · $$$

    Moshi Moshi Sushi & Izakaya is a Japanese restaurant in Ballard, higher-end.

    casual cozy romantic trendy
    82 /100
    822 reviews
  17. 17

    Hokkaido Ramen Santouka University Village

    Japanese & Sushi

    University Village · Seattle · $$

    Hokkaido Ramen Santouka University Village is a mid-priced restaurant in University Village, known for lunch and dinner.

    casual cozy trendy fast service
    82 /100
    1,124 reviews
  18. 18

    Kamonegi

    Japanese & Sushi

    Fremont · Seattle · $$$$

    Kamonegi is a high-end Japanese restaurant in Fremont, known for great cocktails, dinner, and lgbtq+ friendly.

    casual cozy romantic trendy
    82 /100
    1,086 reviews
  19. 19

    Secret Fort

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wallingford · Seattle · $$$

    Secret Fort is a Japanese restaurant in Wallingford, higher-end.

    casual cozy trendy fast service
    82 /100
    220 reviews
  20. 20

    midnite ramen

    Japanese & Sushi

    Wallingford · Seattle · $$

    midnite ramen is a Japanese restaurant in Wallingford, mid-priced.

    casual trendy fast service lunch
    82 /100
    220 reviews
FAQ

Common questions about Japanese & Sushi in North Seattle

What is the best Japanese & Sushi in North Seattle?
Akebono Japanese Cuisine in Wedgwood currently ranks #1 with a composite score of 92 out of 100. Akebono Japanese Cuisine is a restaurant in Wedgwood, mid-priced.
How do you rank Japanese & Sushi in North Seattle?
We rank by review quality (75%), community engagement (10%), editor and trust signals (10%), and social sentiment (5%). Sponsored listings are clearly labeled and never affect ranking.
How many Japanese & Sushi are in this list?
20 ranked Japanese & Sushi in North Seattle, refreshed regularly.
Where can I find Japanese & Sushi in Ballard?
MIGAKU is the current top-ranked pick for Japanese & Sushi in Ballard, with a composite score of 92 out of 100.
Where can I find Japanese & Sushi in Fremont?
Kamakura Japanese Cuisine is the current top-ranked pick for Japanese & Sushi in Fremont, with a composite score of 82 out of 100.
Where can I find Japanese & Sushi in Wallingford?
MINATO is the current top-ranked pick for Japanese & Sushi in Wallingford, with a composite score of 92 out of 100.
What neighborhoods does this list cover?
This list covers 7 North Seattle neighborhoods: Wedgwood, Wallingford, Ballard, Laurelhurst, Lake City, Fremont, University Village.
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