Takumi Sushi Owana
A heavyweight of the Tokyo sushi scene, now at the helm of his own Michelin sushi restaurant in Ebisu.
Restaurant Details
Chef Oana Kenji has one of the most solid resumes on the sushi scene. A veteran of Sushi Sho in Kagurazaka, one of Tokyo's most famous sushi restaurants, sushi lovers in the capital have been well acquainted with his skill in nigiri-making for some time.
Now, at his own Ebisu omakase sushi restaurant, called Takumi Sushi Owana, he puts all of his skills and experience to work in creating one of downtown Tokyo’s best sushi experiences, recognised by the Michelin Guide, which awarded it a Star for four years.
The menu features classic nigiri interspersed with other traditional small plates. The Michelin Guide makes particular note of his playful inventiveness; he mixes and matches as he feels like it, using standard ingredients to come up with something entirely new, like pairing a Saikyo miso glaze with anago conger eel instead of the typical cod or salmon.
Chef Oana chooses all of his ingredients personally at Toyosu Market every morning, and depending on the type of fish, treats his shari rice with either red vinegar, white vinegar or a mix of both.
But at this level of sushi opulence, aesthetics are almost as important as the taste. As such, Chef Oana's offerings are just as much a feast for the eyes as they are the mouth. Garnishes are used to great effect, with colorful flourishes like chopped green onions, dots of wasabi, and sprinkled sesame seeds adding to the beauty and texture of the nigiri.
Around a dozen types of sake are on offer, many sourced from the chef’s home prefecture of Shizuoka. These are specifically chosen to match well with his seafood, with clean flavors not concealing the taste of the sushi, but rather enhancing it. Ask for pairings — Chef Oana will be only too happy to oblige.
Located just one stop on the Yamanote Line from Shibuya, Takumi Sushi Owana's location in the comparatively quieter Ebisu makes it the ideal place for a quiet, secluded omakase experience. Let Chef Oana dazzle you with not just his expert presentation, but also his eye for detail and fresh seasonal ingredients.
Michelin Guide:
2020 - 1 Michelin Star
2024 - Recommended
Experience a meal at a celebrated Michelin-starred restaurant in Tokyo, tasting an omakase course that’s prepared with uncompromising ingredients and immaculate craftsmanship.
Experience a meal at a celebrated Michelin-starred restaurant in Tokyo, tasting an omakase course that’s prepared with uncompromising ingredients and immaculate craftsmanship.
Takumi Sushi Owana 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.
Takumi Sushi Owana Business Days
Takumi Sushi Owana Address
Time Zone Terrace Building 4F, 1-17-17, Ebisuminami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0022
Takumi Sushi Owana Access Info
Takumi Sushi Owana is a 3-minute walk from Ebisu Station.
Takumi Sushi Owana Phone Number
Takumi Sushi Owana Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 1 week before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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