Sushidokoro Shigeru
This Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurant in Akebonobashi has just two options: a full omakase course and a nigiri sushi set.
Restaurant Details
※ The maximum party size at Sushidokoro Shigeru is 4. Parties larger than 4 guests are requested to contact the byFood concierge team for alternative dining options.
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For over a decade, Sushidokoro Shigeru has thrived as one of Akebonobashi’s most frequented sushi restaurants. Its tiny L-shaped counter and cozy atmosphere give off a friendly neighborhood vibe that accentuates the luxury of its culinary fare.
Long before receiving his Michelin Bib Gourmand, the owner was a seasoned veteran of the restaurant business, and his expertise is clearly evident in his nigiri. More than 30 years of experience means that the shari (sushi rice) is neither too salty nor too firm, and the seafood is sliced with deft precision.
Sushidokoro Shigeru keeps things simple by only offering two options: a full omakase course and a nigiri sushi set. Rather than offering traditional Edomae sushi toppings like anago (conger eel) and kohada (gizzard shad), the chef focuses on more modern, popular choices of seafood like sea bream, Spanish mackerel, and amberjack. The small sake selection, carefully curated for its mellow flavor profile, tempers the vibrant taste of the sushi.
A short walk from Akebonobashi Station and about a 10-minute train ride from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Sushidokoro Shigeru sees a constant stream of sushi enthusiasts, both travelers from abroad and local regulars. With the massive volume of visitors, reservations are mandatory — apologetically, but understandably, the owner cannot accept walk-in guests.
Michelin Guide:
2018 - Bib Gourmand
Sushidokoro Shigeru Access Info
Sushidokoro Shigeru is a 2-minute walk from the Akebonobashi Station on the Toei Subway Shinjuku Line.
Sushidokoro Shigeru Phone Number
Sushidokoro Shigeru Business Days
Sushidokoro Shigeru Address
Arakawa Building 1F, 15 Funamachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, 160-0006
Sushidokoro Shigeru 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.
Sushidokoro Shigeru Remarks
※ The maximum party size at Sushidokoro Shigeru is 4. Parties larger than 4 guests are requested to contact the byFood concierge team for alternative dining options.
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