2 japanese restaurants worth the trip across Vietnam, editor-ranked. All cuisines in Vietnam.
Hibana by Koki ★ 4.8 · Hanoi
french-quarter · Capella Hanoi, 11 Le Phung Hieu, Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Hibana by Koki in Hanoi is Vietnam's only Japanese restaurant holding a Michelin star, a 14-seat teppanyaki counter in the Capella Hanoi basement.
Tip: 14 seats only and bookings open 30 days ahead. The counter at the chef's centre is the best view of the grill.
Sorae Sushi Lounge ★ 4.3 · Ho Chi Minh City
district-1 · Ground Floor, AB Tower, 76A Le Lai Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Sorae is a high-end Japanese restaurant and lounge in the AB Tower, serving sushi, sashimi and wagyu across a dramatic space with skyline views.
Tip: It sits at the base of the AB Tower; dress smart and book a window table for the view.