Japan Sushi Restaurants(414)
COURSE MENUSushi Hajime (Shibuya)
Fall in love with Edomae sushi at this Shibuya sushi restaurant. It’s the rice that steals the show here: Aizu Koshihikari cooked traditionally in a hagama pot and treated with a proprietary blend of red vinegar made from sake lees.
COURSE MENUGinza Saisho
Premium omakase sushi course with an English-speaking chef at an intimate counter-style sushi restaurant in Ginza, known in particular for its "uniku" sushi of sea urchin wrapped in wagyu beef.
COURSE MENUImayoshi Otemachi Sushi
The oldest sushi restaurant in Otemachi, Tokyo — get a taste of true sushi tradition.
COURSE MENUSushi Koshikawa
Less than a minute from Akasaka Station’s Exit 7, this traditional Edomae sushi restaurant draws a regular crowd for its relaxed and inviting atmosphere, impeccable nigiri creations, and extensive sake offerings.
COURSE MENUNishiazabu Sushi Shin
Chef Shintaro Suzuki’s attention to detail in his traditional Edomae sushi made his restaurant one of the first in history to receive a Michelin star. See for yourself why his sushi is a cut above the rest.
COURSE MENUNishiazabu Kamikura
After spending almost a decade honing his skills at legendary Ginza establishment Kyubey, head chef Takashi Kamikura’s meticulous attention to detail shines through at his own sushi restaurant in Nishiazabu.
COURSE MENUSushi Ryusuke
A spectacular debut by one of Ginza Kyubey’s most prolific proteges, Sushi Ryusuke's mastery of Edomae-style sushi signals the chef’s readiness to forge his own path while staying true to his roots.
COURSE MENUShibuya Sushi Lab
Adhering to the Zen philosophy of shuhari, Chef Tahara Ryuichi uses Tsumoto-style aging techniques to elevate the flavor and umami of his Edomae sushi. Supremely affordable prices belie its sophisticated atmosphere and upscale location.
COURSE MENUSushi Mitsuyoshi
Just minutes from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is this Edomae sushi hideaway with an extensive sake, shochu and whiskey menu. Various small plates also showcase fine seasonal ingredients and impeccable skill.
COURSE MENUSushi Tenkawa
Sushi Tenkawa invites guests to savor meticulously curated sushi courses in Ebisu. Take time to relax away from the busy city and indulge in Edomae sushi and seasonal vegetables for a colorful and delicious sushi experience.
COURSE MENUHozenji Sushidokoro Nakatani
With more than 10 years of experience working at prestigious sushi establishments in Tokyo and Osaka, Hiroyuki Nakatani brings an accessible approach to omakase at his eponymous restaurant.
COURSE MENUShibuya Sushi Inase
At his highly anticipated debut in Shibuya, Michelin-trained Ogouchi “Gocchi” Toshiki renders Edomae sushi omakase with unusual precision and originality. At the end of the course, he always serves his guests a bowl of ramen.
COURSE MENUSushi Taiga
After proving his talents at a two-star Michelin restaurant in Singapore, Chef Taiga Kanekuni opened Sushi Taiga in Osaka, serving sushi using fresh fish in harmony with his red and white-vinegared rice. English and Chinese service available.
COURSE MENUSushi Toiro
A hidden newcomer in a quiet corner of Kichijoji, Sushi Toiro’s spectacular 22-course omakase is quickly making waves for its emphasis on technique over tricks.
COURSE MENUJyanoichi Honten
Literature and food aficionados alike flock to this Nihonbashi sushi establishment, which was frequented by legendary Japanese writer Naoya Shiga. Enjoy authentic Edomae sushi just as Shiga himself would have, unchanged over five generations.
COURSE MENUSushi Academy Shinjuku Nishiguchi
Eat your fill of over 65 different menu items at this all-you-can-eat Shinjuku sushi restaurant. All sushi is made to order, and children receive significant discounts — those 3 and under dine free.
COURSE MENUShinjuku Gyoenmae Sushi Lab
Sushi Lab’s latest venue in Shinjuku taps into the unique Tsumoto technique, where the fish's blood is drained using water pressure. There is also that eager-to-experiment spirit and a focus on affordability.
COURSE MENUSushi Oumi (The Kitano Hotel Tokyo)
Dive into the world of exquisite Edomae sushi at Sushi Oumi. Renowned Chef Oumi crafts seasonal omakase sushi delicacies with mastery, inviting you to savor traditional flavors around a warm, inviting counter.
COURSE MENUAjikaido Gojusantsugi (Teppanyaki Sanjo, Sushi Nihonbashi)
A veritable spread of every imaginable Japanese cuisine awaits diners who step onto the 38th floor of the Shinagawa Prince Hotel. The quality of the food is matched only by the beauty of the view, which offers vistas of Tokyo from every angle.
COURSE MENUEbisu Sushi Hatsume
Helmed by a chef from a Michelin-star restaurant, Ebisu Sushi Hatsume teases gourmets with an omakase course shaken with modern techniques, like instantly smoking the fish and infusing the rice with sherry.
COURSE MENUSushi Tokyo 81
Intimate with an air of sophistication, this backstreet Gotanda sushi restaurant offers traditional Edomae sushi with premium ingredients, as well as other signature offerings like a sea urchin tasting comparison course.
COURSE MENUTatsumi Sushi
Solid fundamentals meet a flourish of Chef Matsuhata Taminobu’s creativity at his Fukuoka sushi restaurant. Here, each nigiri is seen as its own individual course.
COURSE MENUSushi Takahiro (Shinjuku)
Witness a prodigy at work. After just 13 years of training, Chef Ikuta Takahiro starts his own restaurant in Shinjuku, having joined the industry at just 18 years of age as an apprentice.
COURSE MENUShigeno Sushi
A sophisticated Edomae sushi restaurant, Shigeno Sushi in Nihombashi once built its reputation as a fishmonger but now stands on its own under the stewardship of Ichiro Sakuma.
COURSE MENUKYO SUSHI OOKINI
You are what you eat — this 20-year-old sushi venue in Kyoto painstakingly drafts a course that harmonizes health and flavor, using pesticide-free organic vegetables and wild-caught fish.
COURSE MENUXEX WEST aburiyaki & sushi An
There are plenty of fine-dining concepts in Osaka, but this sprawling sculptural space on the top floor of Osaka’s Herbis Ent headlines the scene, offering the best sushi and charcoal-grilled dishes the city has to offer.
COURSE MENUEbisu Sushi Kenshin
Only six guests can dine at a time in this intimate sushi venue, led by both a certified sommelier and a sushi master who orchestrates a parade of pristine sushi paired with the best-fitting wines.
COURSE MENUSushi Wasabi
Omakase courses built from the chef’s expertise and fine-tuned to suit each guest perfectly makes the sushi at Sushi Wasabi more than just a fine-dining experience. The open, relaxed space invites diners to savor and unwind together.
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Sushi Restaurants in Japan
A quintessential Japanese food, the beloved Japanese sushi can be found in so many forms at different types of sushi restaurants in Japan. From rolled maki sushi to luxurious kaisendon sushi bowls to individual plates at conveyor belt sushi restaurants, sushi restaurants in Japan are as diverse as the sushi types they serve.
Different regions of Japan may even have their own local specialty style of sushi, depending on what is available in each region throughout the different seasons. Hokkaido is known for its high-quality seafood—like fresh crab and scallops—and sushi by extension. Kyoto is famous for “sabazushi” (a lightly vinegared mackerel sushi). Sushi restaurants in Tokyo carry the proud tradition of “Edomae” sushi, a type of sushi that originated in Tokyo and was considered to be a type of fast food, sold to on-the-go customers by street food stands.
Sushi restaurants in Japan range broadly from local family-run restaurants fitted out with tatami mats to higher-tech operations where you can seamlessly order your next sushi roll with the simple touch of a tablet. You can enjoy an elegant omakase sushi meal at a sushi restaurant in Osaka where a sushi chef prepares each and every piece right in front of your eyes, delicately shaping the rice by hand. Sushi restaurants in Kyoto at local markets serve up fresh sushi and friendly service. You can enjoy casual conveyor belt sushi for just over 100 yen per plate, or splash out several thousand yen at Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.
No matter how you want to enjoy sushi in Japan, there are endless options for sushi restaurants in Japan to suit your budget. You can have a modern fast food sushi experience or a traditional sushi dining experience. Not sure where to start when it comes to sushi in Japan? Reserve a table or counter seat at a sushi restaurant to ensure you get the highest quality Japanese sushi experience.