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Kinji Japanese Restaurant

4.7(1,341)
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About this score

A weighted average across available review sources.

Google 4.7 ★ (765)
TripAdvisor 4.7 ★ (308)
Facebook 96% (268)

Japanese favorites from sushi to teriyaki offered in a casual, traditionally decorated space.

What to Order

8-course omakaseChef’s Omakase SashimiChef’s Omakase Sashimi and/or Sushi PlatterCrème BrûléeJapanese Fried Chicken (Karaage)Matcha TiramisuOmakase Sashimi plattercrème brûléefresh market seafood platterfried salmongreen tea tiramisusashimis

What People Say

"This is one of the best meals I’ve had in Christchurch."

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious, beautifully presented food and the friendly, attentive service.

"Highly recommend and wonderful experience, food is delicious and so great and beautifully presented high quality ingredients and A++ service highly recommended the best Japanese restaurant in Christchurch. We can here tonight for mums birthday. Thank you."

"A colleague highly recommended this place to me. The food was so outstanding,especially the Sashimi, must try. And the staff are friendly. We felt cold inside,that’s only the reason we didn’t enjoy. But we will definitely go again."

"Tasty comfy in big portion fresh sashimi. Also surprised with their sizzling lamb. It was perfectly cook soooo juicy and tanky and don't forget to order their desert!"

"Super fresh seafood- staff called the day before to check in with me on my budget for the fresh market seafood platter. High cost but totally worth it. Always a pleasant meal with my family"

The Vibe

cosy friendly homely busy families celebrations regulars

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Last reviewed April 2026 · Suggest an edit

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