ippon yari

this restaurant is a bit hard to discover as it's entrance is a bit hidden and it's location is not really somewhere you normally would go to when sightseeing in sta rosa / nuvali. however, this is a good find and serves authentic japanese cuisine! the number of japanese people eating here is a testament to that.

we have eaten here several times and we really like the quality of their food, particularly their sushi and maki rolls which taste fresh. we also recently ordered a chanko nabe hotpot, and it had a really large serving size and fresh ingredients too! it was a bit expensive though it is easily good for 4 people. their price are on the fair side, bordering a bit on expensive for some dishes.

the place is big and they have the special rooms which give more japanese vibe. however, some of the chairs and decor seem old, as there are sometimes bad smell coming from them. hopefully they can take better care of it in the future. servers are efficient but do seem like they are always in a rush.

overall, i recommend this place for quality japanese food!

the ramen and gyoza set is a great deal and very filling. tasted so far 2 kinds of ramen (kantonmen and nagasaki) and they were both very good. light firm noodles and delicious broth. good to the last drop. their tempura is light and crunchy. will definitely be going back to try their other dishes.

was treated for dinner here by one of our manager’s during the middle of the week, and boy the placed was already packed by 7pm. different groups come here to dine such as families, barkadas, japanese or korean or
chinese and filipino white collared employees. upon entering you’ll be welcomed by the servers and the interiors will really give you that japanese resto feels. they also have floor seating if preferred. as for the food, the best seller ramen that i had was normal for me. the noodles used is not ramen noodles, i’m guessing that it’s just easy cook pouch noodles. the sushi, on the other hand have 8 pieces per serving and i think that’s a catch already. what i loved is their gyoza, tempura, and sashimi. having just the right amount of umami. not that overwhelming that you can still taste the freshness of the food. price range is the usual for japanese cuisine here in ph, around 200-400 per order. they also serve cold tea as complimentary drinks. overall i liked the place, would definitely come back to try other offerings.

one of the best in japanese experience and good food in the south! they will serve you in very hospitable way, from free appetizers and cold tea, serving your meal, and hot coffee before going out from the restau. the dishes are rich in flavor and full of ingredients, especially their ramen.

this resto also have an area where you can eat like in japan, just be sure to have a reservation first :) definitely worth trying!

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ate here with my partner on a cold weather. i ordered shio butter ramen while my partner chashu ramen. my partner loves it. we also ordered mix fry and it was a blast! ambience was so good and all waiters are attentive. i liked their coffee jelly. 😍😊

whenever you visit this place you won't be disappointed. authenticity of recipes and tastes of japanese food is always there. still standing as the best japanese restaurant in the town. the place is also very reasonable enough.

tendon and nagasaki champon were good but california maki was just ordinary for me. also when we went there, 50% of the customers were japanese. a must try when in calamba, laguna.

pretty decent japanese resto.

you know it's good when you see japanese people eat here all the time. and i mean all the time. the resto is always packed with japanese people even if this isn't the only japanese resto in the area.

it's affordable too for its quality. the servers are nice and attentive. if ever you pass by the south, it's worth a try 😊

if you happen to be in this laguna area, then you should stop by and try authentic japanese.

spacious and staff friendly. even the owner is hands on and very accommodating.

i love the tempura!
green tea motchi, curry tonkatsu and mixed veggies are just some of what we tried. 👍

my husband brought me here one time, he said he likes going here for a quick jap fix, the menu is extensive and the price is very affordable, the service isn’t very good though but pwede na, the food we ordered were all satisfying naman for the price

a good place to go to if you want a slightly cheaper and bigger servings japanese cuisine. food comes to you fast. every lunch time a lot of japanese and korean workers go here as well as a handful of filipinos so this places gets nearly full quickly. the food taste is great and the servings are big.

a local favorite that oozes with japanese authenticity down to the smoking area. frequented by the local japanese from the area, this place has enough of the basics that never disappoints.

this restaurant looks acceptable, i will try.i like japanese food , and i am from asia.when i reach this restaurant , i will make some photo,and order enough food , then i can get a real feeling.

the ambiance at ippon yari is really different from all the japanese restaurants that i've tried. first, because it is teeming with japanese people and second, because it reminded me of the movie, spirited away (check it out!).

the restaurant being filled with japanese people is probably enough proof that the food being served in this restaurant is authentic.

i have tried the kani salad, katsudon, and miso soup. these food items actually taste different from the ones i tasted before in other japanese restaurants. this is because the flavor is not too strong. these items have a more subtle flavor and taste as compared to how it was prepared in other japanese restaurants. i guess it is because these are really made for japanese people and not to suit the filipino tongue which seeks for a lot of flavor in every dish. nevertheless, i love what i have ordered and i would definitely try other items on their menu when i come back. 😊