Tokyo Sushi Restaurants(202)
COURSE MENUSushi Yamaken Shinjuku East Exit
In the heart of Kabukicho is an omakase sushi restaurant whose claim to fame is an all-you-can-eat tuna course and a luxurious signature sushi roll of sea urchin and hon-maguro bluefin tuna.
SEAT RESERVATIONChiba Takaoka
Chef Takaoka Chiharu is so dedicated to his prefecture of birth that he even goes back to Chiba on his days off to personally fetch spring water. He forgoes the typical trips to Toyosu Market in favor of seafood from Chiba’s best fishing ports.
COURSE MENUSushi Himitsu
Unusually for a sushi restaurant, Chef Hirayama Yasumitsu offers kappo-style small plates alongside premium seasonal nigiri, thanks to his extensive background working in both sushi and kappo restaurants.
COURSE MENUSushi Sugahisa
Chef Kan Masahiro brings his dual backgrounds as a chef in a Thai restaurant and a sushi chef together in his Toranomon Hills restaurant concept, fusing the two to make beautiful Thai-inspired sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONUmi
Once the holder of two Michelin stars at its prime, this sushi restaurant in Minami-Aoyama offers a wonderfully contemporary take on Edomae sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONJukusei Sushi Yorozu
Jukusei Sushi Yorozu features another side to traditional Edomae sushi, using perfectly aged fish — experience it made by a true master of the style.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kourin
This Shibuya sushi restaurant has earned accolades from the likes of the Michelin Guide Tokyo and Vogue — but still maintains its reputation as one of Tokyo’s most affordable and casual sushi spots.
SEAT RESERVATIONGinza Sushi Fukuju
A return to tradition in the modern district of Ginza. Enjoy Edomae sushi that uses the finest hon-maguro bluefin tuna from suppliers all over Japan, from Hokkaido to Wakayama.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Ginza Onodera
An international ambassador for sushi culture, and one of the most respected names in the business, Chef Sakagami’s goal is to spread the gospel of Ginza’s fine-dining culture to the world. Visit him on home turf to enjoy the best of his cuisine.
SEAT RESERVATIONIsshin
Experience authentic sushi in one of its most original forms at a Michelin-starred restaurant in the heart of Asakusa.
SEAT RESERVATIONHiroo Ishizaka
Located in the upscale neighborhood of Hiroo, Tokyo, Hiroo Ishizaka emerges as a gastronomic sanctuary for sushi enthusiasts.
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.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Matsumoto (Shinjuku)
Sushi Matsumoto offers Michelin-starred traditional Edomae sushi and Japanese a la carte dishes in Kabukicho. Don’t miss their signature dish — two types of Hokkaido and Aomori sea urchin atop a slice of bigfin reef squid, said to melt in the mouth.
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 MENUSushi Kunimitsu
With a pedigree from some of the finest restaurants in Japan, America and Germany, Sushi Kunimitsu’s head chef enthralls guests with the combination of impeccable sushi and fluent English.
SEAT RESERVATIONAkasaka Sushi Matsumoto
The original, formerly Michelin-starred branch of this famed sushi restaurant continues to serve excellent Edomae sushi and traditional small plates in elaborate course menus at its Akasaka location.
SEAT RESERVATIONYaesu Sushi Umi
With two Michelin stars for 10 consecutive years. Sushi Umi continues the legacy of greatness with its Yaesu outlet, serving high-class Edomae sushi in omakase course menus directly outside Tokyo Station.
COURSE MENUSushi Yon HANA
Perfection might not exist, but this A-list sushi joint's signature, flower-shaped sushi with sea urchin and gold flecks comes remarkably close.
COURSE MENUSushi Benkei Umi Ginza
Niigata’s foremost sushi specialist, this time in Tokyo. This Ginza omakase sushi restaurant next to the Kabukiza Theatre combines the best seafood from Sado Island and the mastery of one of Roppongi’s most famous chefs.
COURSE MENUSushi Rei
Sushi meets art in this suave sushi omakase venue in Omotesando, helmed by a young chef delivers Edomae-leaning dishes served in handmade lacquerware by local artists.
COURSE MENUSushi Umiji
Expanding on the Edomae concept, Sushi Umiji introduces Tokyoites to a new wave of luxury-meets-classic sushi, merging ingredients like caviar, foie gras and sea urchin without restraint or a hefty price tag.
COURSE MENUSushi Yon
Boasting the "best private room in Minato Ward," this sushi restaurant has witnessed countless life-changing moments in a space as stunning as the sushi it serves.
COURSE MENUKiraku (Kagurazaka)
Welcome to Kiraku, a historical dining spot along the stone-paved streets of Kagurazaka. Here, you can experience “Tsumoto-style” aged sushi, where fresh fish is skillfully prepared using the renowned Tsumoto method to enhance its delicate flavors.
COURSE MENUXEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS / tempura & sushi An
Located in one of the most cosmopolitan areas of Tokyo, this restaurant has an Iron Chef with over 20 restaurants founded as its advisor. Combined with seafood from the finest suppliers in Toyosu, XEX ATAGO GREEN HILLS is an unmissable destination.
COURSE MENUSushi Gotoroppo
A traditional Japanese wagashi sweets shop and a premium omakase sushi restaurant rolled into one, Sushi Gotoroppo is at the peak of both culinary art forms. It’s located at the top of 10 flights of stairs, but the rewards are worth it.
COURSE MENUJukusei Sushi Wagokoro
Almost 30 types of sushi are beautifully sculpted and served here at this Shibuya sushi establishment — each one made with fish that has been aged for the optimal amount of time to bring out its natural umami.
SEAT RESERVATIONHoto Sushi
Conversation flows freely at this six-seat counter, where the chef leads diners on an intimate sushi experience. From meticulous wasabi to hand-crafted soy sauce, each element speaks of dedication and sushi artistry in its purest form.
COURSE MENUShinjuku Sushi Ebisu
From “black” sushi rice to ikura cocktails, Sushi Ebisu’s Shinjuku branch arrives with an eager-to-explore spirit and an easygoing disposition to its drink-focused sushi menu that’s as chic as it is delicious.
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Trying different types of sushi at sushi restaurants in Tokyo is certainly exciting if you are a seafood fan. Undeniably, diverse dining experiences in Tokyo await at each and every one of the city’s incredible sushi restaurants. Sushi restaurants in Tokyo of course have access to the freshest fish and seafood, delivered directly to the city’s famous Toyosu Fish Market each day. With quality products readily available from the largest fish market in the world, you are guaranteed high-quality sushi no matter which sushi restaurant in Tokyo you find yourself in.
Sushi restaurants in Tokyo range from conveyor belt sushi in Shibuya (with individual plates starting at ¥100 each) to family-run sushi restaurants serving fresh seafood bowls and nigiri sushi sets. Traditional and upscale sushi restaurants await, no matter your budget. While there are still so many excellent affordable options, like at tiny counter seat restaurants (where the chef prepares it in front of you), some more classy options include Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo, which serve up the most high-end sushi imaginable. In the hospitable spirit of omakase hospitality, enjoy the seasonal sushi menu chosen by a specialty sushi chef, with each piece carefully hand-pressed with years of training. There is always a new kind of sushi adventure waiting around the corner in Tokyo!
Arguably one of the best Japanese foods available, you can find incredibly high-quality sushi in any pocket of the enormous city. However, with so many options it can be overwhelming finding the best of the best. Don't miss out on the best sushi restaurants in Tokyo; reserve your unique Tokyo sushi dining experience for some of the best sushi you will eat in your lifetime!