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Nonki Japanese Restaurant: A gateway to exploring Japanese culture through its cuisine.

How would you describe a good dining experience?


Quality and flavor of food. Ambiance and atmosphere. Service and value for money.

For over two decades, Nonki Japanese Restaurant has been a cornerstone of authentic Japanese dining in the Philippines, offering a genuine taste of Japan’s rich culinary heritage. As a must-try restaurant, Nonki, emphasize on fresh, high-quality ingredients, and the intricate art of presentation and flavor balancing they offer to their clients and customers.

Established in Cebu, Nonki has expanded its presence to Bohol, Iloilo, Tacloban and Davao, consistently delivering exceptional Japanese cuisine to its rest of the Visayas and Mindanao regions.

A Culinary Journey

At Nonki, diners are welcomed this phase: “”Irrashaimase, Konbanwa”– meaning, “Good evening. Welcome to our restaurant.” Dining at Nonki is not complicated. Each customer is treated to an extensive menu that captures the essence of Japanese gastronomy experience which offers you the journey through the country’s rich culinary traditions, highlighting seasonal ingredients, delicate flavors, and meticulous presentation.

From the delicate flavors of sashimi to the comforting warmth of ramen, each dish is meticulously prepared to provide an authentic experience. Some of our popular dishes include:

– Ebi Tempura: Crispy battered shrimp fried to golden perfection

– Katsudon: Deep-fried pork cutlet simmered in a savory-sweet sauce with onions and egg, served on top of rice.

– Tori Karaage: Juicy Japanese-style fried chicken bites.

– California Maki: A delightful roll featuring crab sticks, mango, cucumber, and lettuce.

– Salmon Sashimi: Fresh, thinly sliced salmon showcasing the purity of flavor.

These dishes, among many others, have garnered praise for their authenticity and taste.

Ambiance and Service

Nonki’s commitment to providing an authentic Japanese dining experience extends beyond its cuisine. The restaurant’s interior is thoughtfully designed to reflect traditional Japanese aesthetics, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere. Guests can choose from various seating options, including traditional tatami rooms, offering both comfort and cultural immersion. You can also see antique art, handcrafted tableware and traditional utensils which enhance the ambiance and a deeper connection to the Japanese culinary heritage. The attentive staff is known for their warm hospitality, friendliness, and patience to ensure that each visit is memorable.

Expanding Dining Experiences

To further enrich the culinary landscape and offer diverse dining experiences, Nonki has introduced several distinctive brands:

Koshima by Nonki: an upscale Japanese dining destination offering a refined culinary experience, Koshima blends traditional Japanese techniques with modern innovation, featuring signature dishes like Jukusei Tabe Kurabe, Wagyu Steak, Gyukatsu, and an exquisite Omakase menu. The elegant and serene ambiance provides guests with an intimate and authentic dining journey.

Nonki Express: offers quick-service Japanese food with a focus on convenience and authenticity, it serves ramen, tempura, and rice bowls in a relaxed, casual setting, perfect for those seeking quality Japanese food on the go.

Sushi Station: Offers an engaging dining experience with a modern Japanese subway theme, located at SM City JMall, Mandaue City. Guests enjoy selecting freshly prepared sushi and Japanese specialties from a modern conveyor belt system, combining authenticity, convenience, and interactive fun in every meal.

Izakaya Umiraku: Captures the essence of traditional izakaya dining, with an inviting ambiance perfect for socializing.

These new concepts enable Nonki to cater to various dining preferences, crafting unique dishes specific to each brand. This diversity allows the community to explore and enjoy an extensive range of authentic Japanese cuisine.

What are you waiting for?

For reservations at Nonki Main located at AS Fortuna, please call +63 917 651 1981.

Restaurants are open from 10:30AM – 2:00PM / 5:00PM – 10:30PM

Nonki Izakaya Branch, located at the AS Fortuna St., Mandaue City (fronting Honda), you may

call +63 917 580 0262 with business hours from 11:30am to 11:30pm weekends and 11:30AM – 10:30PM for weekdays.

For mall goers, we are at the Upper Ground Floor of the SM City Cebu from 10:00AM to

9:00PM. For reservations, please call us at +63 917 888 9943.

Our Sushi Station at the 2/F of SM City JMall, AS Fortuna, Mandaue City is also open from

10:00AM – 9:00PM. We can be reached at +63 917 507 9585.

In the south, we are at the Banawa One Pavillion Mall and is open from 11:00AM – 2:00PM |

4:30PM – 9:00PM. Please call us at +63 965 758 8307 | +63 917 887 9942

If you are on your way to the airport or just landed the Mactan Cebu International Airport, you

can swing by at Nonki Mactan Airport Road Branch, Mactan Tropics Center. We are open from

11:00AM – 2:00PM and at 5:00PM – 10:00PM. Please feel free to call us at +63 917 308 2593

For those who are craving tempura while enjoying the waterpark, we have a branch at the J

Park Island Resort. Maribago too. Our shop is open from 11:30AM – 2:00PM / 5:00PM –

10:00PM. Our crew is ready to get your queries +63 917 887 9948.

If you are at Nustar, you have two (2) options. You can indulge and unwind at Koshima by

Nonki, located at Level 2 or grab a Japanese rice bowl at Nonki Express at the 3rd floor of The

Mall, Nustar Resort and Casino, Kawit Island.

Our presence in the Visayas region include: Nonki Bohol Airport Road Branch which opens

from 11:00AM – 9:00PM with contact number: +63 917 799 9728.

The Izakaya Umiraku, at JPark Alona, Bohol which opens from 11:30AM – 2:00PM / 5:00PM – 10:30PM. They can be reached at +63 917 301 9593.

In Iloilo, we are at inside the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel, Muelle Loney Street, Iloilo City

which opens from 11:30AM – 2:00PM / 4:30PM – 9:00PM, and a number to call: +63 966 240

0833.

In Tacloban, you would not miss us at the Pacific Point Resort, San Jose, Candahug Road,

Tacloban City which opens from 11:00AM – 2:30PM / 5:00PM – 9:30PM. Please call this

mobile for reservations: +63 917 580 0275

Last but not the least, is Nonki Davao located at F. Torres Street, Davao City. Our store is

open from 11:00AM – 2:00PM / 5:30PM – 10:30PM with attentive attendants to take your

inquiries at +63 917 126 7731

At Nonki, we offer you beyond the plate experience. The flavors, textures, and presentation of

their signature dishes create a multi-sensory experience. From the meticulous preparation to

the intimate setting, a dining experience at Nonki Japanese restaurant can be a memorable

and enriching one.

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