Goku Japanese Restaurant

11/10/2026

11/10/2026

Sweet, delicate snow crab. A gentle swirl in steaming dashi. Savour every bite of our Snow Crab Shabu Shabu at Goku Remuera. 🦀🍲

Book your table now:
https://goku.co.nz/bookings-auckland/

03/10/2026

A proud moment for our team at Goku Remuera — 16/20 from Jesse Mulligan in Viva, NZ Herald! ✨

“Auckland’s answer to the high-end restaurants of Tokyo”
— Viva review headline, 30 September 2026

We’ve put a lot of heart into bringing Goku to Remuera, and this recognition means so much to us. Thank you to Jesse for visiting, and to every guest who has supported us along the way.

From Edomae sushi to our Spring Kaiseki menu, we look forward to sharing our love of Japanese cooking with you.

📍 Shop 1/D, 415 Remuera Road, Auckland
Reserve your table: https://goku.co.nz

Read the Viva review:
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/viva/food-drink/jesse-mulligan-reviews-goku-in-remuera-aucklands-answer-to-the-high-end-restaurants-of-tokyo/premium/EXMOLYM5OZAYNPX5GUB4SIHWLE/

Delicous Japanese meals from Queenstown’s original Shabu Shabu, sukiyaki restaurant. We choose fresh, high quality ingredients.

01/10/2026

🍣 Goku Remuera is hiring!

We’re looking for experienced Front of House staff and a Sommelier to join our Japanese restaurant in Remuera.

💰 Pay from $28 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements:
• Previous experience in the role
• Fluent English
• Friendly, professional service and good teamwork
• W**e and sake knowledge for the Sommelier role

📍 Goku Remuera, 415 Remuera Road, Auckland

Interested? Please send us a private message with your CV and availability.
[email protected]

30/09/2026

WE’RE HIRING — SOMMELIER

Goku Remuera is looking for a sommelier to join our team.

We specialise in Edomae sushi and seasonal kaiseki, with sake and w**e pairings.

We’re looking for someone with:
• Sommelier or w**e service experience
• Good knowledge of sake and w**e
• Confident, attentive guest service
• Willingness to assist with general front-of-house duties

Part-time or full time evening shifts, Hours and pay negotiable based on experience.

To apply, please send us your CV
[email protected]

📍 Goku Remuera, 415 Remuera Road, Auckland

22/09/2026

WE’RE HIRING – FRONT OF HOUSE STAFF

Goku Japanese Restaurant Remuera is looking for an experienced Front of House team member.

Requirements:
• Previous restaurant or hospitality experience
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills
• Friendly, professional and reliable
• Able to work evenings and weekends
• Valid New Zealand work rights

📍 Goku Remuera
Shop 1/D, 415 Remuera Road, Auckland

Please send your CV and availability by private message.

Join our team and be part of a premium Japanese dining experience!
[email protected]

21/09/2026

A celebration of the sea, prepared with precision. 🌿

Our seasonal sashimi selection brings together premium seafood, delicate garnishes and the pure flavours of each ingredient — beautifully presented and best enjoyed fresh at Goku Queenstown.

Reserve your table and experience Japanese dining in the heart of Queenstown.
Book a table now

https://goku.co.nz/

20/09/2026

Discover our Spring Seasonal Kaiseki at Goku Remuera—a celebration of seasonal ingredients, delicate flavours and the artistry of Japanese cuisine.

From beautifully arranged small dishes to comforting seasonal courses, take your time and savour the season with us.

📍 Goku Remuera | 415 Remuera Road, Auckland
Reserve your table through our website.

15/09/2026

🌸 Spring Seasonal Kaiseki at GOKU Remuera 🌸

Welcome the new season with our Spring Kaiseki—a nine-course journey celebrating premium New Zealand produce, delicate Japanese flavours and traditional kaiseki craftsmanship.

春季懐石料理 | Spring Seasonal Kaiseki

🌸 先付 | Sakizuke
Hokkaido Scallop with Su-miso

🌿 春八寸 | Haru Hassun
Simmered Tiger Prawn, Simmered Duck with Sansho, Saikyo Miso Grilled Cheese, Capsicum and Broccoli

🥣 椀物 | Wanmono
Sea Bream and Clam Shinjo in Clear Dashi

🐟 向付 | Mukozuke
Kombu-cured Sea Bream, NZ Scampi and Toro

🦀 蓋物 | Futamono
Daikon and NZ King Crab with Kuzu Ankake and Yuzu

🔥 焼物 | Yakimono
Grilled Abalone with Sea Urchin

🥩 強肴 | Shiizakana
NZ Wagyu Spring Shabu-shabu

🍚 食事 | Shokuji
Hokkaido-style Air-dried Salmon Gohan

🍵 甘味 | Kanmi
House-made Matcha Ice Cream

A celebration of spring, presented one carefully crafted course at a time.

Minimum two guests. Reservations are recommended.

📍 GOKU Remuera
Shop 1/D, 415 Remuera Road, Auckland
Book a table now

https://www.goku.co.nz/

#懐石料理

05/09/2026

📣 GOKU REMUERA – WE’RE HIRING!

We’re expanding our team at Goku Japanese Restaurant – Remuera and are looking for passionate people to join us.

🍽️ Front of House Staff
Friendly, reliable and customer-focused.
Previous hospitality experience preferred.

🔥 Hot Food Chef
Experience in Japanese cuisine preferred, particularly Tempura, Grill & Hot Kitchen.

📍 Remuera, Auckland
💼 Full-time / Part-time positions available
🌏 Work visa support may be available for suitable long-term candidates

We offer a professional and friendly working environment with opportunities to grow with our team.

📩 Interested? Send your CV to:
[email protected]

Join the Goku team! 🇯🇵🍣