Best japanese in Centro
Centro is one of Rio de Janeiro's top neighborhoods for japanese. The Pico community has curated 16 spots for this combo — each with real reviews, photos, and a Pico Score, our quality indicator that blends Google ratings, community reviews, photos, and engagement. Average Pico Score across this list: 23. Highlights include Sushi Yapa, Xian Rio and GOHAN SUSHI BAR — three of the highest-rated addresses in the area.
Why japanese in Centro?
Centro is one of Rio de Janeiro's most active dining zones, with a wide mix of crowds and price points. The japanese scene in the area ranges from casual neighborhood spots to destinations worth planning a night around, and most places sit within a short walk of each other — which makes it easy to stack a visit with drinks or a second stop. All picks below are sorted by Pico Score, so the top results reflect what the community currently considers the best japanese in Centro.
