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Cookai Japanese Restaurant Sushi Train & Bar - CBD

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Regular Reservation Only

By continuing with this reservation you agree, acknowledge and understand that this is a regular restaurant reservation and no discounts or promotions are implied or included

Bookme offers this reservation service to you in good faith as a free and complimentary service, and in doing so makes no warranties, guarantees or endorsements regarding the service, or restaurant dining experience. Bookme accepts no responsibility for any inconvenience, damages or loss that may occur as a result of your using the service, or from the dining experience provided by the restaurant.

Reservation Terms & Conditions

Minimum purchase of one beverage per diner

This Discount Applies To Food Only.

Drinks Are Full Price.

If you arrive more than 15 minutes after your booking time your Discount Coupon will have expired and the restaurant will be under no obligation to honour the discount or the booking.

The Discount cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other discount or promotion the restaurant may be running.

Discounts cannot be combined across different times or discounts to accommodate for extra people or for any other reason. Any such booking will be deemed null and void with no refund due.

Discount Coupons are non transferable, non refundable and valid only for Dining-in at the date & time specified for the number of people specified.

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Discover Cookai Japanese Restaurant at The Crossing!

Located in the heart of the city, Cookai Japanese Restaurant has reopened with a delicious menu. Enjoy popular dishes like soft shell crab and tempura sushi, and try new specials such as ramen and curry rice. With over 80 choices on their sushi train, there's something for everyone!

Experience a variety of dishes from experienced Japanese chefs to ensure a top-notch dining experience and enjoy beverages on the side. Cookai offers a wide selection of sake, beers, wines, and cocktails.

Convenient parking is available, and if you spend over $50 at dinner, Cookai will cover your parking fee.

Open 7 days a week and ideal for functions. Reservations are recommended for an unforgettable dining experience!

Indicative mains prices: $25.00+

Cuisine

  • Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian

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Location

  • Level 1 The Crossing
  • 166 Cashel St
  • Christchurch CBD

Dining Coupon Promotions

  • Any promotions made available on this Bookme restaurant product will be by way of a Bookme Coupon Promotion. By purchasing a Coupon Promotion you are making a reservation with the Coupon Promotion attached specifically to your reservation time. You will then pay for your dining experience directly at the restaurant with the terms of the Coupon Promotion applied (for example less any applicable discount, or including any specific promotional extras).

    Regular (non discount or promotional) reservations are also made available as a convenient and complimentary service for Bookme users.

    Coupon Promotions & Regular Reservations are clearly indicated through the Booking process and it is the users sole responsibility to read and understand their reservation and it's associated terms and conditions.

Restrictions

- Each person has to order one drink

- This Discount Applies to Food Only. Drinks are Full Price.

- Discounts applicable only to sushi train without purple plates (kitchen menu orders are not included with discounts)

- Coupons are non transferable, non refundable and valid only for Dining in at the date & time specified.

- Dine in Only. Not Valid for Take Away

- One Coupon must be purchased for each person attending. Seats are Strictly Limited and we cannot accommodate extra people if they are not included in your booking/ reservation.

- If you arrive at the restaurant more than 15 minutes after the time specified on your booking confirmation your Discount Coupon will have expired, and the restaurant is under no obligation to honour the discount or the booking.

- Bookme Discount Coupons cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other discount or promotion the restaurant may be running. .

Notes

  • Up to 4 people per table.

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch
Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch
jenniferc49 from NZ
Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch
Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch
jenniferc49 from NZ
Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch
Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch
jenniferc49 from NZ
Authentic Japanese Sushi Train experience
Authentic Japanese Sushi Train experience
edithc1 from NZ

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leighl4 from New Zealand wrote on 02 September 2025

Beautiful presentation & delicious food

All perfect!!

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Antony Brown from New Zealand wrote on 06 October 2025

Awsome staff

Food was amazing and fresh, the staff were incredible i would definitely recommend it, and we will be back again thanks guys ✌️❤️

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jenniferc49 from New Zealand wrote on 27 April 2026

Best Sushi Train Experience in Christchurch

Cookai is the best sushi train I’ve had in Christchurch. The service and atmosphere are warm and welcoming, and parking is easy at The Crossing car park—just remember to ask for the free two-hour parking ticket when you pay. The sashimi boat was fresh and absolutely delicious, offering great value. The teriyaki salmon don and unagi don were also excellent. There’s a wide variety of sushi to choose from as well. This was our second visit to Cookai, and we will definitely be back. Highly recommended.

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edithc1 from New Zealand wrote on 24 April 2026

Authentic Japanese Sushi Train experience

Located on level 1 of the Crossing, Cookai is spacious, authentic Japanese Sushi Train experience, quality food with fresh seafood, great service, best first time experience, will come again, recommending hot house Sake.

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rachaelm17 from New Zealand wrote on 14 April 2026

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This is one of me and my son’s favourite place to go It’s all fresh delicious Service was Top Notch

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