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🍣 Japanese
Ramen, sushi, donburi and izakaya — KL's best Japanese dining.
Ah Gong House: New yakisugi-inspired space in Taman Taynton View
Discover Ah Gong House, a Japanese-inspired cafe in Taman Taynton View that's redefining KL's cafe scene with yakisugi wood-fired techniques. Their signature charred wood aesthetic pairs perfectly with meticulously crafted dishes that showcase the art of fire. The perfect spot for weekend brunch and Instagram-worthy moments without the pretense.
Niko Niko Onigiri, Puchong
Located in the heart of Bandar Puchong Jaya, Niko Niko Onigiri is a popular Japanese grab-and-go spot known for its freshly made onigiri (Japanese rice balls), affordable prices, and wide variety of flavours. Perfect for quick meals, casual bites, or budget-friendly cafe hopping, this cozy eatery has become a go-to for students and foodies around Puchong. Specialising in made-to-order onigiri, Niko Niko's menu lists 45 flavours in five price tiers, from RM3.90 for classics like egg mayo and tamagoyaki to RM6.30 for avocado salmon, unagi and negitoro, with salted egg floss, octopus and truffle mushroom in between. It makes an easy, cheap Japanese meal in Puchong. Beyond onigiri, the menu also includes Japanese comfort food such as curry rice, udon, and donburi, giving diners a more complete meal option. The cafe features a simple yet aesthetic interior, making it a chill spot for quick catch-ups, casual dates, or takeaway meals. With multiple outlets across Klang Valley and Malaysia, Niko Niko Onigiri continues to gain popularity for its affordable Japanese cuisine and Instagram-friendly vibes. What to Order at Niko Niko Onigiri Onigiri, by the menu's price tiers: RM3.90 - shio, potato mayo, egg mayo, tamagoyaki, umeboshi RM4.80 - tuna mayo, crab meat, ebiko, natto, karaage, chicken floss and more RM5.30 - teriyaki chicken, teriyaki salmon, salted salmon, smoked duck, fried prawn, octopus and more RM5.80 - salted egg meat floss, truffle mushroom, honey garlic salmon, nanban chicken and more RM6.30 - avocado salmon, avocado tuna, unagi, raw salmon, steak, negitoro and more A sauce on top, such as kewpie mayo, wasabi, mentai or truffle mayo, adds RM0.50 to RM1. The breakfast set, from 9am to 11am, is one onigiri with miso soup and potato salad from RM7.90, or two from RM12.90; the all-day onigiri set adds karaage to two onigiri, miso soup and potato salad, from RM15.50. Prices are from the Niko Niko Onigiri menu at the time of writing (October 2026); donburi, udon and drinks are on the full menu further down this page. Niko Niko Onigiri FAQ What's on the Niko Niko Onigiri menu? 45 onigiri flavours from RM3.90 to RM6.30, plus breakfast and onigiri sets, donburi, udon, sides, coffee and desserts. How much is an onigiri at Niko Niko? RM3.90 to RM6.30 each, depending on the filling's tier: egg mayo is RM3.90 and avocado salmon RM6.30. Does Niko Niko Onigiri have a breakfast set? Yes, from 9am to 11am: one onigiri with miso soup and potato salad from RM7.90, or two from RM12.90.
Nokisaki, Bukit Rimau
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Kani Kawa, Avenue K
Kani Kawa is a Japanese seafood and wagyu buffet at Avenue K, Kuala Lumpur, built around crab specialities and an extensive spread that changes with the season. Lunch and dinner run different menus, so it is worth checking which one you are booking. What to Expect at Kani Kawa Crab is the house speciality and the reason most people book. Beyond it, the buffet leans on seasonal ingredients and the wagyu selection, which is what has earned it a following among people who take their seafood seriously. The restaurant also takes part in a rotating bluefin tuna-cutting series shared among twelve partner restaurants across Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Penang — a demonstration in which chefs break down a fish weighing over 100kg, with the fresh cuts going straight to buffet diners. It moves between venues month to month, so check whether Kani Kawa is hosting before planning a visit around it. For a Japanese buffet in KL or crab and wagyu at Avenue K, this is the address for it.