Kanji Sushi & Ramen Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Kanji Sushi & Ramen, a delightful culinary oasis tucked away in Palo Alto. Known for its vibrant sushi and comforting ramen, this neighborhood gem promises an exceptional dining experience. The menu is a harmonious blend of traditional and innovative offerings. Customers rave about the freshness of the fish and the exquisite presentation of dishes, from the standout sashimi platter to the indulgent soft-shell crab.
For those seeking a hearty start to their day, Kanji even features a unique Japanese breakfast menu, including tempting items like mochi pancakes and French toast. The attentive service enhances the experience, making every visit memorable. Whether you’re craving sushi rolls bursting with flavor or a comforting bowl of ramen, Kanji Sushi & Ramen has something for everyone, solidifying its reputation as a must-try in Palo Alto.
- Fresh and quality ingredients
- Vibrant sushi and comforting ramen
- Unique Japanese breakfast options
- Attentive and friendly staff
Kanji Hand Roll
Salmon Skin Hand Roll
Spicy Hotate Hand Roll
Spicy.
Salmon Hand Roll
Spicy Tuna Hand Roll
Spicy.
Toro Hand Roll
Unagi Hand Roll
Hamachi Hand Roll
California Hand Roll
Tuna Hand Roll
Tempura Hand Roll
Oshinko Roll
Vegetarian. Pickled radish.
Asparagus Roll
Vegetarian.
Inari Roll
Vegetarian. 8 pieces. In kanpyo, yamagobo, cucumber, asparagus, avocado out soy paper, inari, red ginger.
Vegetarian Combo( Avocado Maki, Kappa Maki, Inari 2 Pcs, Vegetable Roll)
Vegetable Roll
Vegetarian. Kanpyo, yamagobo, cucumber, asparagus, avocado, oshinko.
Futomaki Roll
Vegetarian. 6 pieces. Tobago, kanpyo, cucumber, yamagobo, oshinko, inari, avocado, wakame.
Vegetable Tempura Roll
Vegetarian. Mixed vegetable tempura.
Yamagobo Roll
Vegetarian. Pickled burdock.
Kappa Roll
Vegetarian. Cucumber.
Kanpyo Roll
Vegetarian. Pickled gourd strips.
Avocado Roll
Vegetarian.
Kanji Veggie Roll
Dinner Entree
Bento Box (Tuna Sashimi 4 Pieces & 2 Item)
Spicy Tofu
Spicy.
Bento Box (Salmon Sashimi 4 Pieces & 2 Item)
Chicken Katsu
Beef Teriyaki
Chicken Teriyaki
Grilled chicken, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
Salmon Teriyaki
Bento Box 3 Items
Choose 3 items from below. All 3 choices must be different, only the following options are available. Can not choose both salmon sashimi and tuna sashimi in one bento box.
Saba Shioyaki
Pork Katsu
Spicy Chicken
Spicy.
Gyoza (7 Pieces)
7 pieces.
Takoyaki
6 pieces.
Fried Oyster 4 Pcs
Croquette (3 Pieces)
3 pieces.
Garlic Edamame
Shrimp Tempura (4 Pieces)
4 pieces.
Vegetable Tempura (5 Pieces)
5 pieces. Veggie tempura with vegetable croquette.
Mix Tempura (7 Pieces)
5 pieces. Veggie tempura with 2 pieces shrimp tempura.
Hamachi Kama
Vegetable Gyoza (7 Pieces)
7 pieces.
Grilled Mussel (4 Pcs)
4 pieces.
Jalapeno Bomb
Edamame
Chicken Karaage
Soft Shelled Crab
Agedashi Tofu
Hot Appetizer
Cold Appetizer
Cold Tofu
Albacore Tataki
4 pieces.
Kanji Salad
Salmon Belly Tataki
4 pieces.
Sashimi Salad
Salmon Skin Salad
Cucumber Sunomono
Salmon Jalapeno
4 pieces.
Yellowtail Jalapeno
4 pieces.
Wakame
White Fish Carpaccio
4 pieces.
Tuna Tataki
4 pieces.
Spritzer
Lavender / pomegranate / plum / yuzu / green grape.
Sunset Lemonade
Flowering Hot Tea
Iced Tea
Ramune
Iced Green Tea
Soda
Coke / diet coke / sprite.
Iced Matcha Latte
Juice
Orange / apple.
Blue Lemonade
Beverage
Soup
Beef Sukiyaki
Spicy Seafood Nabe
Spicy.
Oyako Don
Unagi Don
Katsu Don
Sake Don
Dinner Donburi
Ramen
Miso Ramen
Soybean broth with bamboo, fishcake, bean sprouts, green onion, soft-boiled egg, chashu pork.
Vegetarian Shoyu Ramen
Vegetarian. Soy sauce broth with spinach, napa cabbage, bean sprouts, green onion, corn, wood ear mushroom, seaweed, tofu.
Tonkotsu Ramen
Pork broth with wood ear mushroom, bean sprouts, green onion, seaweed, soft-boiled egg, chashu pork.
Shoyu Ramen
Soy sauce broth with spinach, bean sprouts, green onion, fishcake, seaweed, soft-boiled egg, chashu pork.
Tai Nigiri
Red snapper.
Unagi Nigiri
Eel.
Kani Nigiri
Crab salad.
Tako Nigiri
Octopus.
Ebi Nigiri
Boiled shrimp.
Ikura Nigiri
Salmon roe.
Sake Nigiri
Salmon.
Inari Nigiri
Fried tofu.
Amaebi Nigiri
Sweet shrimp.
Hamachi Nigiri
Yellowtail.
Tamago Nigiri
Egg.
Ika Nigiri
Squid.
Tobiko Nigiri
Flying fish roe.
Saba Nigiri
Mackerel.
Seared Salmon Nigiri
Albacore Nigiri
Hotate Nigiri
Scallop.
Maguro Nigiri
Tuna.
Kanji Nigiri
Kanji Roll
Deep Fry Service
All kanji rolls can be deep-fried.
Sake Maki
Salmon.
Toro Maki
Toro.
Chicken Teriyaki
Grilled chicken, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
Spicy Tuna Roll
Spicy. Spicy tuna mixed with tobiko, green onion.
Boston Roll
Tuna, avocado.
Salmon Skin Roll
Salmon skin, yamagobo, green onion, cucumber.
Spider Roll
Soft shelled crab, yamagobo, cucumber, avocado, unagi sauce, tobiko.
Yami Yami Roll
Deep-fried white fish, salmon, tuna, hamachi, tobiko, green onion, unagi sauce.
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Shrimp tempura, avocado, yamagobo, cucumber.
Tekka Maki
Tuna.
New York Roll
Boiled shrimp, cucumber, avocado.
Crazy Horse Roll
Salmon, tuna, hamachi, cucumber, avocado.
Philadelphia Roll
Salmon, cream cheese.
Garlic Sake Roll
Salmon, spicy garlic paste, green onion.
Spicy Salmon Roll
Spicy. Salmon, spicy sauce, green onion.
Oregon Roll
Salmon, avocado.
California Roll
Crab, avocado.
Negihama Roll
Hamachi, green onion.
Salmon Teriyaki Roll
Grilled salmon, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
49er Roll
In crab, unagi, tobiko out salmon, lemon.
Cherry Blossom Roll
In salmon, avocado out tuna, white fish.
Butterfly Roll
In spicy tuna, cucumber, out seared albacore, tobiko, green onion, ponzu sauce.
Sweet Dream Roll
In spicy tuna mixed with tobiko and green onion out deep-fried unagi, unagi sauce, spicy mayo, wasabi plants.
Golden Scallop Roll
In crab meat, tempura crunch, unagi, out spicy mayo, scallop, baked, unagi sauce, kimchi sauce, green onion.
Spicy Salmon Roll
Spicy. 6 pieces. Salmon, spicy sauce, green onion.
Dragon Roll
In crab, avocado out unagi, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
Lion King Roll
In baked california roll out salmon, tobiko, green onion, unagi sauce, spicy mayo.
White Tiger Roll
In shrimp tempura out crab salad, tobiko, unagi sauce.
Toro Heaven Roll
In spicy tuna, unagi, tempura flake, out seared bluefin tuna, unagi sauce, kimchi sauce, green onion, topiko.
Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll
Spicy. In spicy tuna, cucumber, out spicy rice paper, red radish, mango salsa, tobiko, green onion.
Heaven Roll
In tuna, salmon, hamachi out soy paper, avocado, ponzu sauce.
Hawaiian Roll
In spicy tuna, cream cheese out tuna, white fish, tobiko, green onion, unagi sauce.
Red Dragon Roll
In shrimp tempura out spicy tuna, tobiko, green onion, unagi sauce.
Salmon Lover Roll
In salmon, avocado out salmon, tobiko.
Star Roll
In soft shell crab, avocado out salmon, unagi, avocado, green onion, tobiko, unagi sauce.
Volcano Roll
In asparagus, avocado, unagi out albacore, green onion, daikon, ponzu sauce.
Super Oregon Roll
In crab, avocado out salmon, tobiko.
Tokyo Roll
In shrimp tempura out unagi, avocado, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
Mango Crunch Roll
In avocado, mango out spicy crab, tempura flakes, unagi sauce, spicy mayo.
Godzilla Roll
Deep-fried spicy tuna maki, green onion, tobiko, spicy mayo, unagi sauce, kimchi sauce.
Caterpillar Roll
In shrimp tempura out avocado, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
Y2K Roll
In shrimp tempura out assorted fish, tobiko.
Kanji Roll
In shrimp tempura, avocado, cream cheese, out spicy crab tempura flakes, sauce spicy mayo.
Alaska Roll
In cucumber, avocado, tobiko out salmon.
Alaska Blue Roll
In salmon skin, cream cheese out avocado, sesame seed, unagi sauce.
Rainbow Roll
In crab, avocado out assorted fish, tobiko.
Super Boston Roll
In tuna out salmon, tuna, tobiko.
Hama Tama Roll
In hamachi, green onion out hamachi, onion sauce, fried shallot.
Phoenix Roll
In avocado, unagi, cucumber, out hamachi, jalapeno, spicy mayo, baked, green onion, unagi sauce, kimchi sauce.
Kanji Special Roll
Kanji Sashimi
Sashimi Combo (15 Pcs)
Sashimi Combo (9 Pcs)
Saba Sashimi
Tako Sashimi
Ika Sashimi
Tuna Sashimi
Hamachi Sashimi
Albacore Sashimi
Tai Sashimi
Salmon Sashimi
Rice( Brown/Sushi/White)
Brown / sushi.
Miso Soup
Appetizer
Dinner Tempura Plate
Mix Tempura Plate
6 pieces veggie tempura with 3 pieces shrimp tempura.
Vegetable Tempura
Vegetarian.
Shrimp Tempura
7 pieces.
Vegetable Udon
Vegetarian.
Seafood Udon
Kitsune Udon
Plain Udon
Chicken Udon
Tempura Udon
Udon
Kanji Sushi Combo
Deluxe Chirashi (15 Pcs)
Deluxe Sushi (7 Pcs)
Family Boat
Serves up to 4.
Couple Boat
Serves 2.