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Yamato Japanese Restaurant

Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No.372, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia

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Jl. Bypass Ngurah Rai No.372, Sanur, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali 80228, Indonesia

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HoursMonday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yamato Japanese Restaurant

Yamato serves unvarnished Japanese home cooking in Sanur, where Kyoto specialties and proper sushi rice outshine the quiet highway facade. Behind the unassuming entrance lies a warm, low-lit refuge run by an owner-chef who prepares honest comfort fare—from chilled zaru soba and crisp shrimp tempura to steaming dashi noodles. Diners in the know point to the fresh catch landed personally by the chef when luck strikes, alongside pre-booked multi-course feasts featuring local grouper and sashimi.

  • Tatami Zashiki Space: Low-lit traditional floor seating accommodates family dinners and relaxed gatherings with comfort.
  • Chef's Personal Catch: Daily specials frequently include fresh seafood hooked directly by the owner-chef.
  • Specialty Pre-Ordered Feasts: Advance phone reservations unlock multi-course banquets spotlighting local grouper and stonefish.

What's On at Yamato Japanese Restaurant

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Why Diners Choose Yamato

Why diners choose Yamato Japanese Restaurant for traditional Japanese dining in Sanur

  • Authentic Kyoto Specialties & Washoku

    Yamato prepares Kyoto specialties and authentic washoku with genuine Japanese techniques and ingredients.

    Exceptional cuisine with Kyoto specialties.

    Danny Ansari
  • Chef-Angled Fresh Fish

    When catches allow, the owner-chef prepares and serves fresh wild fish caught personally.

    主人が自ら釣った新鮮な魚料理が味わえる。

    freeride2015 yokofreeride@gmail.com
  • Comforting Taste of Home

    Guests find genuine comfort and relief in traditional dashi and uncompromised Japanese home cooking in Sanur.

    真の日本の味にほっとします。

    freeride2015 yokofreeride@gmail.com
  • Generations of Consistent Quality

    Returning diners discover the exact same dependable quality and flavors even after decades or visiting with their own children.

    the taste of the food never changes

    Elice Mimba
  • Family-Friendly Zashiki Seating

    Traditional tatami seating accommodates family gatherings and group dining comfortably in an authentic setting.

    お座敷席があるので、お子様連れでも安心です!

    IBU IBU CHANNEL (mio)
  • Pre-Order Specialty Seafood Courses

    Advance reservations unlock specialty multi-course dining centered on prized island catches like kue grouper and stonefish.

    高級魚のクエを使ったコース料理!

    IBU IBU CHANNEL (mio)

Beyond the menu

Distinctive personal hospitalities and tailored dining touches at Yamato Japanese Restaurant

  • Fresh Fish Caught by the Chef

    When angling excursions yield a catch, the owner-chef prepares and serves fresh wild fish directly to guests.

  • Pre-Order Specialty Wild-Catch Courses

    Guests can book in advance for custom multi-course banquets featuring rare Bali catches like stonefish (onidarumaokoze) and kue (grouper) alongside hot pot and sushi.

  • Dedicated Tatami Zashiki Seating

    Spacious traditional tatami floor seating allows families with young children and visiting groups to dine in comfort.

  • Home-Style Expat Gathering Atmosphere

    A classic, discreet setup where Japanese-speaking hospitality and personal preparation by the owner create a welcoming environment for expatriates and travelers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there traditional tatami floor seating for families or groups?

Yes. The restaurant features traditional Japanese zashiki (tatami floor) seating with generous space, making it well suited for families with children or larger dining groups.

Do specialty multi-course seafood meals require advance reservations?

Special multi-course meals—such as seasonal grouper (kue) or stonefish hot pots, sashimi, and tempura banquets—require advance reservation by phone. Advance booking is also recommended if you wish to arrange special dishes.

What are the portion sizes like?

Dishes are served in hearty, generous portions across sushi, soba, udon noodles, and mains, offering solid value for money.

What should I expect when arriving from the outside?

The entrance and parking area can appear dark, weathered, and unassuming from the bypass road, but stepping inside reveals a warm, quiet, and authentic traditional dining space.

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