Survivability Rankings for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Phoenix

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Phoenix to open a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant, from Superstition Springs (71% sur...

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Superstition Springs: 71% average survivability for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 3 of 28 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 68% for Japanese / Sushi Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Rio Vista at 55%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~12.2% more expected revenue in Superstition Springs
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Phoenix, Superstition Springs ranks #1 for opening a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant with 71% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Superstition Springs at 49%. The worst neighborhoods include Rio Vista with 55% average chance. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Phoenix to Open a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant?

Superstition Springs ranks #1 of 28 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Phoenix for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant survivability, with a 71% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodAt a good addressAverage LocationsBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Superstition Springs83.5%69.0% to 73.0%83.0% to 84.0%48.0% to 50.0%
2Pepperwood82.6%72.0% to 77.0%82.0% to 84.0%55.0% to 57.0%
3Dobson Ranch82.6%72.0% to 77.0%83.0% to 84.0%54.0% to 56.0%
4Escalante82.6%71.0% to 75.0%81.0% to 83.0%56.0% to 58.0%
5Ocotillo81.8%69.0% to 74.0%82.0% to 84.0%50.0% to 52.0%
6Central City81.8%69.0% to 73.0%83.0% to 84.0%48.0% to 50.0%
7Maryvale81.8%66.0% to 71.0%83.0% to 84.0%48.0% to 49.0%
8South Mountain81.0%67.0% to 72.0%83.0% to 84.0%48.0% to 49.0%
9Reed Park81.0%67.0% to 72.0%82.0% to 84.0%50.0% to 52.0%
10Camelback East81.0%67.0% to 71.0%83.0% to 84.0%48.0% to 50.0%

However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. See our full methodology →

Try StreetSpring to see if this location is still the best and see if there are locations to rent in this area right now.


Where in or Around Phoenix Would a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Superstition Springs, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~12.2% more than the average location in or around Phoenix.

On the other hand, in Rio Vista, the worst possible location could result in making ~50.0% less than the average location in the city.

Your choice of location is one of the few business decisions you can test against data before you commit. Opening a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Phoenix requires careful location choice. Across 28 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Japanese / Sushi Restaurant is 68% for lasting more than 2 years, due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Survivability predictions are business-type-specific because consumer behavior differs fundamentally across categories.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in or Around Phoenix?

When selecting a location for a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in or around Phoenix, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Our models show that Revenue Capture Score explains more outcome variance than any other individual metric. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. StreetSpring's training dataset includes millions of transactions and business lifecycle events. Clustering works when it draws more customers to the area than any single business could alone. Every score is produced by our in-house models, trained on 570,000+ real business outcomes. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.

This can be summarized as:

Revenue Capture Score = Projected Market Share × Forecasted Spend on Specific Business

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.


Where in or Around Phoenix Should I Start a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant?

According to StreetSpring's data, optimal neighborhoods include Superstition Springs, Pepperwood, and Dobson Ranch, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Rio Vista, Villages of Eastridge, and North Gateway. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Phoenix to Open a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Phoenix is Superstition Springs with 71% average survivability, followed by Pepperwood and Dobson Ranch. 3 of 28 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.


Can a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Phoenix?

Yes, neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Japanese / Sushi Restaurant Rankings in Phoenix Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Phoenix.


Is a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant a Good Tenant for Phoenix Landlords?

In Superstition Springs, StreetSpring forecasts a 69.0% to 73.0% average chance for a new Japanese / Sushi Restaurant to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Phoenix

The data tells a clear story for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant tenants across Phoenix's top neighborhoods. Superstition Springs leads with 69.0% to 73.0% average survivability, with best-case storefronts reaching 83.0% to 84.0%. Pepperwood averages 72.0% to 77.0%, and Dobson Ranch comes in at 72.0% to 77.0%. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.

Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity


What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Phoenix for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Phoenix to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Phoenix.


Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Phoenix are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

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StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.