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You might be forgiven for thinking you’re eating fish or meat in this strictly vegetarian, vegan-friendly Japanese restaurant. But you’re not, it’s imitation fish or meat. The health conscious love this place, but vegetarians are of two minds. If you don’t believe in eating meat, why would you pretend to do it? Aside from the novelty of deciding how close in appearance, smell and taste a dish comes to the real thing, the food is actually quite good.

 

Like burger joints in Milwaukee, Japanese chain restaurants are beginning to overrun Bangkok. But Genji is different. It sits in serene luxury next to Nai Lert Park, an oasis of green in the city’s heart. You will feel like you’re in Japan and the excellent food will reinforce the feeling that this is one of the finest Japanese restaurants anywhere. Imported items, such as Kobe beef, can push the bill to extravagant heights, but staying local will keep it down. The sushi bar is large.

 

Unpretentious and relaxed, coming to this restaurant is always a pleasant experience and the staff are cheerful and efficient. There’s an extensive menu of traditional Japanese fare, including delicious seafood, sushi and sashimi, served a la carte or in excellent ‘chef’s special’ set meals. This restaurant can get very busy, partly because it’s such good value. Private dining rooms available. Next to Chit Lom Skytrain station.