Japanese Restaurants in Novi, MI

The best Japanese restaurants in Novi, MI offer distinct choices for sushi, lunch specials, and hibachi cooking. Ajishin, at 42270 Grand River Ave, has the highest Google rating among these restaurants: 4.7 from 1,636 reviews, compared with Happy Sushi’s 4.3 from 470. Its small, no-frills dining room and generous cuts of sushi define the experience. It also has the lower listed price level—1 versus Happy Sushi’s 2—and offers vegetarian choices and small plates. Plan around its 11 a.m.–2 p.m. hours Wednesday through Monday, its usual wait, and its no-reservations policy. Happy Sushi, at 41766 W 10 Mile Rd in the Novi Ten Shopping Center in Novi, MI, offers maki, sashimi, nigiri, and lunch specials in a cozy, quiet setting. Daily service until 9 p.m. gives it a clear advantage for evening meals, while delivery and takeout add flexibility. Fast service and tea are listed highlights. For hibachi cooking alongside sushi, Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse Novi is at 42050 Grand River Ave in Novi, MI. Its grill entertainment, group-friendly setting, and cocktail offerings distinguish it from the two quieter sushi spots. It also welcomes children and provides dine-in, takeout, and delivery.