- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineJapanese, Sushi
- StyleÀ la Carte
- SettingOverwater, On Stilts over the Indian Ocean
- DressSmart Casual
- ReservationRequired
About Kanusan
Award-winning fine dining restaurant on stilts surrounded by the Indian Ocean. Own sushi area and aperitif bar. Famous for classical and modern Japanese cuisine. Atmospherically designed with dimmed lights and ocean breeze — ideal for romance and proposals.
Part of the dining roster at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, this japanese, sushi restaurant runs a à la carte format · overwater, on stilts over the indian ocean setting. Dress code: smart casual.
Signature dishes
- Salmon Yuan Yaki
- Sushi
- Japanese Fine Dining
Menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — ask Resortlife for the current shortlist.
When the kitchen serves
- dinner
- 19:00–22:30
Hours subject to resort operating calendar — confirm with a Resortlife specialist when booking.
Other restaurants at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Beach KitchenInternational, Asian, Maldivian, Italian, Seafood, Vegan, VegetarianBuffetBeachfront, PoolsideView restaurant
Arabian GrillArabian, North African, Middle EasternÀ la CarteOutdoor, Casual DiningView restaurant
Beach ClubCocktails, Beverages, ShishaCafe/BarBeachfront, Upper Deck with libraryView restaurant
Milk LABMilkshakes, Juices, Coffees, Protein Drinks, SnacksCafe/BarCentral — on main island pathView restaurant
The Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort experience
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort, occupies Kanufushi Island inside the UNESCO-listed Baa Atoll biosphere reserve, reached by a roughly 30-minute seaplane flight from Malé International Airport. The island is a long, narrow strip known for an extended natural sandbank that runs off its tip, a feature used for…
Getting there
Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort is reached by seaplane (30) from Velana International Airport (MLE).
Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.
Questions about Kanusan
What cuisine does Kanusan serve?
Kanusan at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort serves Japanese, Sushi in a à la carte format, set overwater, on stilts over the indian ocean. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.Do I need to reserve a table at Kanusan?
Yes — reservations are required at Kanusan, typically booked in-resort the day before. Resortlife can flag preferred slots to the resort before your arrival when you book the stay through us.Is there a dress code at Kanusan?
Kanusan operates a smart casual dress code. Most Maldivian resort dining errs on smart-casual after sunset; pack accordingly.What are the must-try dishes at Kanusan?
Salmon Yuan Yaki, Sushi, Japanese Fine Dining. Sourcing varies by season — ask the maître d' on arrival for the current pick.Is Kanusan included in resort meal plans?
Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Kanusan sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
Reserve at Kanusan
Specialty restaurants at Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.