Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza

Restaurant Details

As one of Tokyo’s most hotly contested sushi “battlegrounds”, Ginza has no shortage of high-end omakase sushi restaurants. For a sushi restaurant to remain in business in Ginza, it’s not enough to have just the freshest ingredients or the most refined sushi technique; this is the barest minimum for a sushi restaurant in the district.

As one of the mainstay sushi restaurants in Ginza, it’s no doubt that the Higashi-Ginza branch of the venerable Sushi Yamaken is in possession of all of the above. At its counter, highly experienced chefs give guests what is known as the “sushi kappo” experience, creating not just nigiri and other types of sushi, but also in traditional kappo style, a series of small dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients. The tuna and sea urchin are particularly well-regarded; it comes as no surprise that the restaurant is especially difficult to reserve in winter, when both of them are at their sweetest.

But Yamaken also has two other secret weapons in its arsenal; the first is its location, which is a mere 1-minute walk from Higashi-ginza Station. An omakase sushi meal at its counter is the ideal way in which to wrap up a day of sightseeing in one of Tokyo’s most upscale shopping and dining districts, without having to navigate the twisted maze that is the Yurakucho backstreets.

The other main draw is, also, its location. Its position on the ninth floor means that guests have a beautiful view of the Ginza skyline and all of its multicolored lights, making it the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion (dessert plates with customised messages can be made too, if the staff are notified ahead of time). Take a seat at the counter to a hearty greeting from the chef, and sink into the stylish and modern atmosphere. A single bite of the saki-zuke appetizer will immediately wash away the fatigue of the day.

Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza 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.

• While the restaurant will do its best to reserve guests’ preferred seating options, it may not always be possible due to availability.

• The pictures provided are for illustrative purposes.

Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza Business Days

Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza Address

Duplex Tower Ginza 9F, 5-13-19 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo, 104-0061

Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza Access Info

• Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza is accessible via a 1-minute walk from Higashi-ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line.

Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza Phone Number

Sushi Yamaken Higashi-Ginza Cancellation Policy

Cancel your reservation at least 3 days before the dining start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.