Shibuya Sushi Inase
At his much-anticipated 10-seat counter debut in Shibuya, Michelin-trained Ogouchi “Gocchi” Toshiki renders Edomae sushi omakase with unusual precision and originality.
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The young but inimitable Ogouchi Toshiki, who prefers to go by “Gocchi,” has the resume of a seasoned sushi master. He entered the industry at 20, trained at the Michelin-starred Sushi Yuu and expanded his repertoire to various cuisines before launching his solo venture in October 2024 — Shibuya Sushi Inase.
His 10-seat counter signals to critics that he’s ready to forge his own road. Located in Shibuya, he’s staking the restaurant’s reputation on the art of Edomae sushi rendered with unusual precision and originality.
All great sushi chefs design their menus with a focus, but Gocchi has an assassin’s aim. He takes cues from his former mentor and pays equal attention to the shari (sushi rice) and neta (fish topping). Koshihikari grains from Fukushima are cooked in a Hagama pot, a traditional broad-brimmed rice-cooking pot.
Gocchi also adjusts his water-to-rice ratio depending on season and temperature. One day, he might use more water than the next, but the rice remains consistently plump, its texture surrendering to the fish. It’s further laced with Gocchi’s original blend of red vinegar, made from domestic sake lees aged for over 10 years.
From there, each slice of nigiri at Shibuya Sushi Inase shapes its own narrative, having slightly different temperatures, flavors and textures, whether it spreads on your tongue or stays firm and chews. Horse mackerel, swordtip squid, gizzard shad and marinated tuna are seasoned and dressed with garnishes and wasabi, transforming each morsel into a slow-release burst of flavor.
Gocchi knows how to work the crowd, too; no silent, coolly appraising overlord here. His convivial charm is enough to put diners at ease and dispel any notion that omakase is unapproachable. And just as if reading the minds of guests who might worry they’ll leave hungry after a fancy meal, Gocchi wraps up the experience with Japan’s quintessential comfort food: a bowl of ramen.
Shibuya Sushi Inase’s omakase meal is a maestro display of ideas and tradition. Leaving it up to the chef to design the course on the day, diners can still expect ultra-seasonal appetizers, fresh nigiri sushi and a grand finale of ramen and rolled omelet.
Shibuya Sushi Inase’s omakase meal is a maestro display of ideas and tradition. Leaving it up to the chef to design the course on the day, diners can still expect ultra-seasonal appetizers, fresh nigiri sushi and a grand finale of ramen and rolled omelet.
Shibuya Sushi Inase 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.
Shibuya Sushi Inase Business Days
Shibuya Sushi Inase Address
Gleam Bldg. B1, 3-15-5 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0002
Shibuya Sushi Inase Access Info
Sushi Inase is a 10-minute walk from Shibuya Station (New South Exit).
Shibuya Sushi Inase Phone Number
Shibuya Sushi Inase Cancellation Policy
Cancel your reservation at least 2 days before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
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