I'm so happy they opened up this location in Aiea! It is definitely not as busy as the other locations and is just as amazing. I love totoya and will always go back! Highly recommend the salmon bowl if you're a salmon lover. It is sooooo good and I'm still dreaming about it (I went a couple months ago). The ama ebi is also delicious. I'm not usually one who likes scallops but for some reason I love to eat it here! The crab miso wasn't worth picking out all the meat, but it was still delicious! read more

Totoya Aiea - Nagomi bowl and crab miso - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Good quality sushi Ordered by phone and picked up They separate the rice from the Negitoro and give a bowl of miso soup read more

Totoya Aiea - Negitoro - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Discovered this place on IG. I went to a similar concept in Japan. It was one of the best meals I've had in Japan so I was excited to find this place while we were visiting Hawaii. Sweet: They offered a variety of options. Every bowl comes with miso soup and you can upgrade your soup and add a salad. The negitoro was so fresh and melts in your mouth. We ordered the maguro bowl, nishiki, and matsu. The server was super nice and attentive. The place was cute and clean. They offered to snap a pic to add to the wall. Sour: The uni on top was ok. I like uni but I didn't need it. Uni just needs to be super super fresh for me to enjoy it. I wouldn't necessarily say this is a sour though as it wasn't that bad just a preference. Overall I'll be back when I'm in Hawaii again. They have a punch card system that's a good a deal. read more

A taste of Japan right in Aiea! This place has been in my bookmarks for years and I finally got to try it out in their newest location. When they first opened this location, there was literally a line before opening but today, there was no line at all and we were the first ones in at 11 am. However, by the time we got our food, there were around 10 ppl (max occupancy is ~15 ppl). We ordered the Ume Bowl which is the most basic one which highlights their infamous Negitoro. Their negitoro includes ahi, scallops, cucumbers, ocean salad, green onions, nori, & you can add your own sesame seeds. I loved that each bite had something different and all the textures. We also got the shoyu egg (+$1.50) which added a salty and sweet flavor. I also liked the step by step instructions on how to best enjoy their bowls. My favorite way was making your own hand roll using the nori. I love the added crunchy nori and salty/sweet combo. Lastly, all bowls come with miso soup. I opted for the seaweed soup and the hubby got the soup of the day: salmon miso soup. He enjoyed it and said the salmon added another level of depth to the miso. There were also chunks of salmon in it. Overall, great quality fish and quick service! We'll definitely be back! read more

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Just left Totoya and OMG! This was so good! First time here and my daughter and her hubs wanted us to try this place. First off, the service is EXCELLENT! Super friendly and very helpful. The food? WTH! I felt like I was in Tokyo! Fish is so fresh and the salmon miso soup was killers! We will definitely be back!!!!! I would give 1000000 stars if I could! read more

Totoya Aiea - Heaven in a bowl - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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Honestly, finding out of your to go place to eat ..opened up a location in Aiea is an absolute game-changer. I usually brave the traffic and parking over at their Kaimuki spot, so saving some serious gas money by coming here is a massive win! ​Lo and behold, it's practically right next door to my absolute favorite dessert spot, Ice Garden. Dinner and dessert in the exact same plaza? Absolute perfection. ​The food was incredible, but the service really sealed the deal. I was honestly pretty focused on devouring my meal, but the lady who took my order was so genuinely cheerful and happy that it just put me in an amazing mood.With the cheerful attitude brings a good ambiance to the place. Great food, sweet people, and the perfect location. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Happy Mother's Day... It's something we don't usually do as this busy day makes our experience more chaotic and hectic besides I take care of mom on more than just one day but since I didn't have any plans or errands to do I decided to take her out at some places that she's been asking me and decided to do and Totoya was a place she's been asking for as well so checking out their third location in Aiea sounded like the perfect thing to do. We arrived just before they opened and with just a few guests waiting outside I thought that we had a chance for their first seating which we did and it was just nice. Can't really say which location is more spacious as it's all pretty cozy but the staff does work the system well as we sat on the counter hugging the kitchen I sat next to a lady who was very loud and it really destroyed my vibe and talked throughout the whole time is my only complaint but we enjoyed our bowls...Negitoro with crab miso soup for mom and Salmon Ikura for me with Ikura on the side. What makes it nice is the fast service and self service water and ginger they have table side so there's no flagging down anyone as you are able to enjoy your meal at your own pace. If you don't finish their generous portion you can take it home which take out is a new thing that they're doing as well is a nice option since they get so busy and are able to enjoy at your leisure wherever you are but on this Mother's Day it was very nice and happy mom is happy me as well. Thank you! read more

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First of all, if you want to eat here, then you need to plan accordingly. They do not take reservations. You also can't just leave your name and come back when the table is ready. You check in and wait in a line outside, regardless of the weather. Luckily, we had a large umbrella to shield us from the sun. The servers may collect your order while you're in line so that your food is ready. There's limited seating so this practice benefits them. If they serve you quickly, then you'll leave quickly. There's no alcohol here so the vibe is very much "fast food" (as in, please eat and leave). With that having been said, the food is worth every bit of the wait in line. I could eat here every day. Get the shoyu egg, even if you don't know what it is. It will compliment the flavors coming up. Next time though, we'll either take out or delivery. There's no real need to dine in. But if you do dine in, we appreciated that they played JPop overhead, adding to the ambience. read more

Totoya Aiea - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Totoya was delicious. The food was filling and tasted very fresh. The service was good and helpful. read more

Totoya Aiea - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Negitoro (ネギトロ) is a popular Japanese sushi topping made from minced raw tuna mixed with green onions. It traditionally combines fatty tuna (toro) scraps scraped from between the bones with green onions (negi), though modern versions often use minced, blended tuna mixed with oils to create a rich, creamy texture. (Google) Totoya is known for its Negitoro. This is the second location on Oahu. The first Totoya is located in Kaimuki. We stumbled upon this Aiea location when we went to the Roast Duck Kitchen. My daughter, who is visiting from CA, wanted roast duck with cake noodles for lunch. Lo and behold, she saw the Totoya sign and changed her mind, when I said ... my treat. Neither of us had tried Totoya. We both heard about the delicious rice bowls topped with Ikura (salmon roe/fish eggs). The restaurant is small in size. There is counter seating and a few tables against the wall. Clean tables and nice wall decor. I did not check if there was a bathroom. Service was attentive and 5 stars. Water jug provided on the table. Our order came out quickly. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. We each ordered a different bowl. See photos. I really enjoyed my maguro lover bowl that was filled with maguro slices that had been seasoned in a shoyu like sauce. Rice was nicely prepared and I highly recommend getting the nori pieces to wrap some rice and maguro into a hand roll to devour! A happy and delicious meal here at Totoya. read more

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I had high hope for this place but just thought it was ok. I felt the food was a bit too heavy. But it might be a personal preference thing... since I am not a huge fan of masago. And I felt the fish could have been fresher. Maybe it was an off day? My friends love this establishment and my husband enjoyed the food more than me. So if interested I think it's worth checking them out. But for me I have no plans to go back. read more

Fresh food? Check! Friendly staff? Check! Cozy space? Check! Are you are hungry for Negitoro, check out this place! Space is limited so expect a line. When we visited, there wasn't a system for waiting customers. We just stood in line and were called in wherever seats were available. Ikura shower comes with a cool performance from the staff~ :) Eat fresh & Have FUN! read more

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Lunch in Aiea, O'ahu, Hawai'i... This third location of Totoya is the best one because of the parking... LOL! There's FREE covered parking at Aiea Shopping Center! This Totoya is on the same level as McDonald's, and is between Ice Garden and Koa Pancake House. I would recommend coming before opening time to stand in line. I arrived after 11am and the first round of customers were already seated inside of the cozy shop. There was a long line to get in and I waited about an hour for my turn. Luckily, it was overcast... or else I would be sunburnt or soaking wet from the recent downpours. The system was very efficient. While we were waiting in line, the staff handed out menus and took our orders. We were seated in an organized manner where our food was brought promptly! I had ordered the Fukuju which had a tower of scallops, uni, salmon, tobiko, red shrimp, snow crab, tuna, and original negitoro. The bowl included two pieces of nori which i used to make loose handrolls. I appreciated the complimentary bowl of seaweed soup that washed everything down. I did grind some sesame seeds over everything, but I actually didn't need more flavoring because I added on the Ikura Shower for $9.80! That was really fun! Everything was delicious, beautiful, and fresh! Staff were friendly, cheerful, and personable! I look forward to returning, especially since I have a Loyalty Card! read more

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Went in on Thursday, and no line! was greeted as I walked in and sat down. Served was very friendly and ready to answer any questions I had since it was my first time. Restaurant was very clean and bright! All the condiments located in front of you. Also self serve pitcher of water and glasses. Decided on the Matsu bowl with the egg/shoyu. Wow! It looked so delicious! Followed the instructions on how to eat my negitoro bowl. Everything tasted so fresh! Next time I'll order the ikura shower, I like that salty burst of flavor! I wish I could order more uni too haha! I certainly will be back for more! read more

Totoya Aiea - Matsu set - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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So worth it! Came during lunch time and was able to get seated quickly with no wait. I ordered an Ume + added fresh egg with shoyu. The meal did not disappoint. The seafood was so fresh and tasted delicious -- I actually enjoyed it more than the restaurants in Japan that have a similar concept! We also had two kids with us and the restaurant was very accommodating in providing kid friendly dishes and water cups. Definitely will be back in the future!! read more

We went right when the restaurant opened at 5 pm and were the third party to be greeted and seated. The shop is cozy aka small, but comfortable and not too noisy. The menu is simple but the offerings are tasty. I'm not a huge ikura fan so I settled on a maguro bowl with a side order of snow crab and nori. It was delicious and fresh and I'd definitely order it again. The crab miso soup was tasty but I'd probably get the plain one next time as I was so full after my bowl I could barely finish it read more

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Today, Feb 15 is the first day open at Aiea location. There's a sign in sheet and just write your name on the clipboard. They open at 11 am - 2pm for lunch. We came around at 1130 am and got called about 12 noon The food is delicious. Great customer services. And if you get the ikura shower they do a little cheer. So recommend it. At least one of your party should try it. Yes. We will be coming back again. Thanks for reading. read more

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The food was delicious, fresh fish and flavorful. The food quality is high. The service was smooth. The ambiance is calm and cozy for a small area. The portion size is decent to the price. read more

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After dining at the original location in Kaimuki last year, our friend told us that there are now two additional locations in Ala Moana and Aiea. We loved the kaiseki bowls and had on dining list for this recent visit. We were planning to dine at the Ala Moana location on a Saturday, but it was closed due to the storm. The next day, we were out in the Aiea area, so we stopped by their newest location on the second level in the Aiea Shopping Center. Arriving at 12:15pm, there was only a party of three in front of us. After about 13 minutes wait, the four us were seated at the counter. This location also has two tables for four as well. One friend and I ordered the Miyabi, which as 2 pcs of Tuna, Original Negitoro, Red shrimp. Scallops, Salmon roe, Tobiko over sushi rice and 2 pcs of Nori. Before starting, I used sesame grinder to sprinkle some sesame seeds over the bowl. Then I used the nori to create two handrolls before continuing to eat my Miyabi bowl. All the seafood was so fresh and delicious. You get a bowl of miso soup and I put some Yuzu shichimi in it. It does put a little spice in your soup. Two of my friends had the Rainbow Trio bowl and enjoyed it. The kaisen bowls brought back memories of how good it was the first time. It did not disappoint. So glad the wait was not as long as last year at the original location. read more

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The staff were friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed eating the fresh seafood and would come back again for the amazing quality. Thank you for making me feel like I was eating in Japan! read more

Awesome place if you want a piece of Japan. The staff are super friendly and you have to wait a little bit since they do not take reservations but it is worth it! Go early to find free parking in the shopping area. Make sure to get your egg, mix it and pour all your bowl! Great ambiance to enjoy your meal with family or bring your loved ones visiting. Enjoy! read more

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Excited that they started lunch on Wednesdays, arrived shortly after 10:30 and they opened at 11am. Love that they're located closer to home (in Aiea next to ice garden) and the space is bigger than Kaimuki and Ala Moana. There's 8 seats at the counter and two tables that seat 4. Ordered the salad, fukuju bowl with miso soup and egg shoyu. The yuzu dressing for the salad and the yuzu ginger were good. Everything was yummy and filling. read more

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This location is in a convenient area with enough parking in the second floor of Aiea Shopping Center. I've already been to this location twice and I'm sure I'll be coming back many more times. Their Matsu Negitoro bowls are delicious and very filling, and comes with miso soup, but I subbed with their half size udon. The Matsu has original Negitoro with salmon roe and sea urchin and when mixed, is so so good! Trust me! Do check this place out! read more

Totoya Aiea - Matsu Negitoro - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

Came in at the best time, last seating/call! Didn't realize it but hey, it worked out perfectly. Randomly decided to dine in since it's closer to home now! Love Totoya and have been to all three locations! The server was so helpful in guiding me to the restroom, she walked me all the way to the bathroom. The food is always so oishii, no matter what you end up ordering. To me, I think not adding too much different fish is better...less is more, so that's what I'm ordering the next time! I love that this location has actual tables for families like mine. Can't wait for my next visit!! read more

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They is a line to get in at the new Totoya in the Aiea shopping center, 2nd floor next to the Aiea pancake house. The bowls are yummy and luscious to the eye. Lots of free parking. Service is friendly and efficient from the staff. The ambiance and seating is done smartly but still comfortable with an efficient use of space that you find in places in Japan where square footage is $$$$. Enjoy!!!! read more

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Unfortunately a bit of a letdown, possibly because we had gone to a solid omakase the night prior; my wife feels it's more style than substance as the bowls look legit, but the components are a bit lackluster. Favorite ingredient used was the crab (actually better than decent), least favorite happened to be the uni (tasted old and somewhat off-putting, I couldn't even finish mine). Also, the upcharge for extra nori is rough, while the complimentary miso soup tasted essentially homemade/nothing special. The staff are friendly, although the main guy taking orders seemed somewhat inexperienced and hesitant when dealing with tougher customers. read more

I was so happy when i found out that Totoya was opening another location in aiea.I've been wanting to eat here & i finally did.Went there the second week they opened,once we entered the employees greeted us.They're located at the Aiea shopping center right by Ice Garden & Koa pancake house.I ordered the Fukuju bowl & i got mines with the half side udon & the egg yolk.my cousins got the Tokujo with the ikura shower(the employees will yell out "yoi yoi yoisa") & egg yolk with the crab miso soup.everything was so good & can't wait to go back!! read more

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We went on a Saturday at about 5:30pm expecting to have a line because of the few amount of tables in the Aiea location. There wasn't any line and our server was very pleasant and welcomed us in. The restaurant looked like a friendly place as it had pictures on the wall of their customers that had dinner there. Our server (sorry but I didn't catch his name) was very pleasant and patient, he was willing to explain each of the different meals to us. I had the Matsu and my mother had the Take and added crab to it. When our food came it looked fabulous!!! I quickly pounded my food and my mother took her time and savored every bite. We will definitely be going back again. read more

Totoya Aiea - This is the Matsu with a raw egg on the side to mix in. - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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Totoya in Aiea is an incredible experience. They give everyone the opportunity to experience "true chirashi" dons. They don't take reservations and you must wait outside, however, it is definitely worth the wait. I have a previous experience at their Kaimuki location and they are very diligent. They make sure to take your order while you're in line so that you don't wait for your food. The service of the staff is incredible. They walk you through the menu to help you find the best don for you! The quality of the sashimi is unmatched. It's only the best qualities that they serve (if you look at the photos you can tell). They pride themselves on that alone, but their selection is incredible. Going into this restaurant reminds me so much of Japan. They have truly given the atmosphere a touch of the culture you expect. It's a quaint and simple place, with nothing but the best of what you'd see in Japan. Thank you Totoya! read more

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Great quality. We love the flavor, quality of foods, and service, but you wouldn't be full with a bowl. read more

Cyndy's Bottom Line: Totoya is a welcomed addition to the Aiea food scene. *Located in the Aiea Shopping Center, 2nd level next to the Koa Pancake. *Parking lot available *Walk-ins only, no reservations *No take out *Hours: Lunch 11am-2:30pm, Dinner 5-8:30pm. Closed Tues and Wed. *Credit cards only, no cash. *Fresh and delicious bowls of sashimi and seafood. Flavorful miso soup. *Friendly, fun and lively ambiance. *Very yummy, highly recommend read more

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Wow! Totally worth the hype. Fish quality and portions were excellent and in line with the prices being charged. I dont typically like ikura but this time I waa searching for every last one in my bowl. It was so fresh and delicious. Service was excellent. They were very nice and friendly and the food comes out fairly quick. Reminder that it is a smaller restaurant with the intention of people coming, eating and leaving. Its not really a linger around environment. We will definitely be back again. read more

Totoya Aiea - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

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We arrived a few minutes after they opened and their seating was already full. Get there early if you want to get seated right away - but we only waited about 30 min so we didn't mind. The food was so good!! I got the Matsu, which is the original negitoro with ikura and uni. I definitely recommend the shoyu egg add-on. The crab miso soup was also super good. Will be back!! read more

Totoya Aiea - Left-Right: Rainbow Trio, Crab Miso Soup, Matsu, Crab Miso Soup - Japanese Near Me - Aiea, Hawaii

It was good! A bit overhyped and underwhelming. Ikura was a bit fishy but everything else was fresh. read more

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First time at this location! Staff were very welcoming & friendly! Came right when they opened, so no line. It does get busy around noon. I got the original negitori bowl and my friend got the maguro lover kaisen bowl. Highly recommend side ordering their fresh egg yolk soy sauce. The difference between the two bowls is negitori is minced tuna and kaisen has assorted seafood! You can pick and choose what you want. They're also known for their ikura shower! The quality and taste is indescribable... it makes you want more!!!Definitely will be back again (: read more

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If you like toro, uni, ikura and the like-- this place is a no brainer. Consistent flavor bombs each time I visit their locations. Friendly service as the cherry on top! read more

Fresh ingredients and nice and clean eating area,combination of there bowls blend really well and they have very attentive waiters there customer service was superb they have instructions on how to eat there negitoro bowl I don't usually eat raw egg yolks with my fish but it really paired well I'll be back for more soon read more

They finally have this at the Aiea location. With all the good reviews, I've always wanted to try this place. This place is so delicious . The server was so sweet, and soft spoken. I tried the Toyota's original Matsu comes with miso soup. Lolo me who didn't read the instructions, I just pour the egg on top instead of mixing the egg first. They have ginger on the table you can help yourself. The fresh fish just melts in your mouth along with the Tobiko, so yummy. And they have stamps cards when you collect 10 stamps, you'll get 15$ off your next purchase. I highly recommend for everyone to try this out. read more

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I walked in and asked for a table of two!! The guy said the wait will be 20 to thirty minutes! Okay fine I told him that my Mom can't stand so I will be waiting by the car , the guy said okay I'll call you when you're next! A couple came by and the guy told them they can come in! I told him hey I was first, he then said oh yeah but the couple were already seated this happened two more times!! By passed twice!! Left and went somewhere else!! Terrible service! They should take names so no mistake can occur!! read more

Simple but beautiful- good fish well prepared and very tasty. Super friendly staff and a fun atmosphere. Going back asap.