3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Omaha, NE

“Jinya Ramen Bar offers contemporary Japanese dining, which is ideal for quick social gatherings. They specialize in customizable menus and sleek interiors. The restaurant has lots of seats and is very spaced out. The atmosphere is relaxing and provides an excellent communing experience with those you are with. Jinya Ramen Bar is recognized for its slow-cooked method of ramen, made from broths simmered for 20 hours in-house. The ramen comes with plenty of noodles. In addition, they have a handful of vegan options: ramen, a rice bowl, salad, even a vegan bun, and tiny tacos. Jinya's spicy, creamy vegan ramen is packed with flavor via noodles, scallions, black garlic oil, mushrooms, and tofu. They provide options for dining in, delivery, and curbside pickup. Jinya Ramen Bar has happy hour foods and vegan dishes. They have a kid's menu for the kiddos.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Gift Card Available
• Free Wifi Connection & Television Available
• Accepts Credit Cards.”

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“Ika Ramen is a compact, busy neighborhood hub for ramen & casual Japanese classics, with a downstairs sake bar. This place has a fantastic vibe and a great atmosphere. Patrick is the manager of the Ika Ramen. The secret bar in the basement is a nice getaway to enjoy some excellent Japanese whisky or any other cocktails you want. Ika does a great job taking traditional Japanese ramen ingredients and placing an American twist on them. They serve solid ramen and small plates in a little mixed atmosphere. The staff are attentive to customers and amazingly friendly. They also have great donburi and poke. Ask about the weekend ramen special that starts on Friday. The poke bowl includes spicy shrimp, avocado, chili oil, green onion, green aioli, seaweed salad, and fried onion. They offer indoor dining, takeout, and delivery services are available. Ika Ramen has an entire bar facility and great cocktail options.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Happy Hour Specials
• Many Vegetarian Options.”

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“Sakura Bana has been a local haunt since 1986, serving sushi & classic Japanese dishes in a serene, blond-wood space. This restaurant is a little piece of Japan in Omaha. Sakura Bana is a family-owned business and small family restaurant serving authentic Japanese food. Tony Asanuma is the Head Chef & Owner of the Sakura Bana. Sushi chefs are passionate about their craft. Their prompt service and patience are helping them with their lack of knowledge about Japanese food. Their waitresses are pleasant, helpful, and efficient. Their staff is courteous, and they wear masks and gloves and demonstrate best hygiene practices to build their customers' confidence. The restaurant has many different food and sushi options and some fancy ways of displaying the dishes. Their lunch bento box is affordable and has fruit, grain, meat, soup, and veggies. Sakura Bana serves vegan to customers who like it. Dine-In and Take-Out options are available.

UNIQUE FACTS:
• Outdoor Seating
• Have Kids' Menu
• Private Lot Parking.”

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