Restaurant Details

The resume of Sushi Kunimitsu’s head chef reads like a list of the best sushi restaurants in the world. Tambi Shimomura in Motomachi. Sushiya no Matsukan in Azabujuban. The former Open Fish in Shibuya. Several of the best sushi restaurants in America and even Germany. (It’s no wonder that he greets foreign guests with fluent English, and patiently explains each course in detail.)

But through it all, the solitary dedication towards achieving the most delicious possible sushi has not wavered. The chef is of the belief that good sushi can come from anywhere in Japan: to him, all that matters is that he manages to adequately convey the efforts of the producers who supply him, as well as the unique charms of Japanese cuisine.

Of course, a chef with such a stellar history of restaurants under his belt demands nothing but the best ingredients. Like the best sushi chefs, his fish comes fresh from Toyosu Market every morning, shipped straight from the best fishery areas in Japan. They are then aged in-house to bring out the best possible umami.

But in his own words, the cornerstone of sushi is the shari rice, and Sushi Kunimitsu is no exception. The rice is chosen specifically by a certified Rice Meister of the Japan Rice Retail Association, who carefully chooses the blend of grains based on the ideal firmness and texture. Kunimitsu’s secret weapon is the rice vinegar from a shop in Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, with more than 300 years of history behind it. In comparison to other sushi restaurants, Kunimitsu’s shari are typically smaller to ensure a more balanced taste, letting the flavor of both rice and toppings shine through.

The final piece of the puzzle is the collection of rare sake at Kunimitsu; with several varieties that are difficult to find in the Kanto region, the staff are more than happy to recommend companion drinks that best suit the sushi served on the day itself.

What to expect:

Just 15 minutes by taxi or two direct train stops from Shinjuku — easy access without transfers.

Unlike many upscale or famous sushi restaurants in Shinjuku that are hard to book, we offer easier reservations and exceptional value for money.

Our head chef speaks English and provides warm hospitality for international guests.

A wide selection of 30 to 40 types of premium Japanese sake is always available.

One-of-a-kind dishes you won’t find elsewhere, such as tea-cured shrimp (Ebi no Chaba-jime), a creative twist on cucumber rolls (Kappa-maki), and a rich shallot and fatty tuna roll (Eshatoro-maki).

Sushi Kunimitsu Remarks

• Guests with dietary restrictions and/or food allergies should inform the restaurant beforehand. The restaurant might not be able to accommodate guests who make same-day requests.

• The restaurant reserves the right to refuse reservations to guests who have excessive dietary restrictions, particularly those of fish or vegetables.

• The course menu content listed below is an example, and is subject to change based on seasonal availability.

• The restaurant cannot always guarantee that it can provide guests with their preferred seating options after a reservation due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.

Sushi Kunimitsu Business Days

Sushi Kunimitsu Address

Higashinakano Toshin Building 2F, 5-chome-3-6 Higashinakano, Nakano City, Tokyo, 164-0003

Sushi Kunimitsu Access Info

• Sushi Kunimitsu can be accessed in a variety of ways. The closest way is a 30-second walk from the East Exit of Higashi-Nakano Station on the JR Chuo-Sobu Line. Alternatively, it is 5 minutes on foot from Ochiai Station on the Tozai Line, or a 12-minute walk from Nakano-Sakaue Station on the Toei Oedo and Marunouchi Lines.

Sushi Kunimitsu Phone Number

Sushi Kunimitsu Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 48 hours before the dining start time to receive a full refund.