Seamon Ginza

Finding this restaurant can be a little bit of a challenge, as it's located on the sixth floor of a Ginza building with little signposting. But for the reward of a luxurious sushi meal, this is a minor hurdle to clear. Diners who come to Seamon Ginza (sometimes spelled Shimon Ginza) at lunchtime can enjoy one of the most reasonably-priced sushi meals in Tokyo, which would cost easily two to three times the price in other Ginza sushi restaurants. The catch? Honestly, none. The setting is stylish and modern, with a long red lacquer counter and atmospheric lighting. The fish is all sourced fresh from Tokyo markets each morning. Depending on the species, it is prepared in a way that brings out its flavors to greatest prominence; for instance, some may be served as fresh as possible, while others may be wrapped in kombu kelp and left to absorb the kelp's flavors. The lunch sets include appetizers, around 10 nigiri, miso soup, and a dessert to finish. Dinner courses offer even more luxurious ingredients in even greater variety, each one packed with premium appetizers and a huge range of nigiri. It's not just the excellent price-performance that draws multiple people, but also the location: it's a scant 2-minute walk from Ginza Station, or a 5-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station, making it exceedingly easy to get to. Naturally, the 20 or so seats at this restaurant are in quite high demand, so it’s best to book ahead.