Japan Sushi Restaurants(352)
SEAT RESERVATIONMasazushi Honten
As the pioneering force behind Otaru Sushiya Street, this iconic establishment has been a cornerstone of Hokkaido's seafood culture, embodying a rich family legacy that spans generations.
SEAT RESERVATIONNishizuka
Venture outside Otaru’s core for culinary artistry at Nishizuka, where father-and-son chefs create stunning kaiseki menus featuring the freshest seafood harvested from the Sea of Japan.
SEAT RESERVATIONKozushi
Kozushi is an Otaru shop off the main sushi strip that offers a taste of local life and incredible sushi. The owner promises to make sure everything is delicious, making this family-run institution an easy choice for sushi and sashimi lovers.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Hanayoshi
Born to a family of soba restaurant owners, Hanayoshi’s chef Yoshioka Ryohei has been preparing artful sushi with hand-picked seafood and sake since 2006 in his hometown of Niseko.
SEAT RESERVATIONAWOMB Karasuma
A treat for the mouth and the eyes at this teori-zushi omakase by Nishiki Market, where diners get to play with around 50 ingredients to churn it into unique handrolls of their own.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Kurosugi
Edomae sushi made with the simple formula of subtraction by none other than Kurosugi Akihiro, whose friendly disposition and authenticity earn him a Michelin feature.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Take (Chef Hiro Restaurant)
At the immensely popular Nagoya restaurant of the famous YouTube and TikTok sensation Chef Hiro, guests will find that the sushi in his videos truly tastes just as good as it looks.
SEAT RESERVATIONHiyoko Sushi
There is nothing fussy at this family-run sushi establishment. What it lacks in palatial appearance, it makes up with some of the best bang-for-your-buck omakase sushi in Kyoto.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Kurosugi Shinkan
The name “shinkan” means to “pour my heart into every piece of sushi.” It’s why this in-demand sushi spot in Osaka tailors sushi to guests’ preferences despite its Michelin status.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yuki
One man’s loss is another’s gain. When Sushi Yuki moved from Yokohama to Hiroo, Tokyo welcomed them with open arms and high expectations for exceptional sushi. They’ve certainly delivered it fair and square.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Watanabe
Located in Yotsuya, Sushi Watanabe invites you to its cypress counter for a multi-course degustation crafted by a chef skilled in both traditional Japanese cuisine and sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONKanda Nishikicho Sushi Takaharu
A young sushi store by a young chef, Sushi Takaharu in Kanda Nishikicho is quickly gaining traction thanks to its refreshing spin of Edomae sushi and the friendly service of its English-savvy owner.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Shota
A taste of Tokyo without leaving Hokkaido — at its home in Sapporo, Sushi Shota is showing locals that Edomae sushi has a place among its local cuisines, with an omakase that spotlights the Toyosu-hailed tuna.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yashiro
After a successful 10-year tenure at a local hotel in Sapporo, Sushi Yashiro has established new roots in Maruyama with a laser-focused assignment of making its sushi even more delicious, friendly and comfortable.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Ebisu Main Branch
A stylish bar in a stylish neighborhood, Sushi Ebisu is showing that sushi can be both traditional and trendy through its selection of Edomae nigiri, “black” sushi rice and a library of natural wines.
SEAT RESERVATIONHatsune Sushi (Hatsunezushi)
Unconventional methods are applied with timeless sushi craftsmanship at Hatsune Sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Hirose
The brainchild of one of Yokohama’s top sushi chefs, and an expert in maguro bluefin tuna. Chef Hirose’s course meals offer a range of styles both traditional and innovative, with grilled dishes complementing classic Edomae favorites.
SEAT RESERVATIONOsaka Tenmangu Sushi TOYONAGA
The young chef at this Osaka sushiya has a reputation for his welcoming attitude and expert craftsmanship. Guests can expect perfectly-balanced sushi, excellent traditional appetizers, and rare vintage sakes to pair.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Namba (Hibiya)
The sharp focus on the temperature of this sushi will set the benchmark for every restaurant you try after.
SEAT RESERVATIONHisada
Suburban atmosphere — locally-caught fish — world-class sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Mekumi
Dine with the Einstein of sushi science and reach a whole new level of flavor.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Nanba Asagaya
Witness the next generation at work at Sushi Nanba Asagaya, a long-running Tokyo institution.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Inomata
Looking for a break from the more serious and somber establishments of the likes of Ginza? Consider taking a trip to suburban Kawaguchi for Chef Inomata’s sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONKiyota
Worship at the head temple of the bluefin tuna sect.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Obana
World-class suburban sushi awaits those willing to go the extra mile.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushisho Saito
Enjoy unbeatable nigiri from one of downtown Tokyo’s top sushi heavyweights.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushiya Nobu
Just a short trip from Kobe, the island of Awaji has a well-kept seafood secret you need to try.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Minato
Fans of fatty tuna simply must try the fish at this celebrated Sapporo sushiya.
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Sushi Restaurants in Japan
A quintessential Japanese food, the beloved Japanese sushi can be found in so many forms at different types of sushi restaurants in Japan. From rolled maki sushi to luxurious kaisendon sushi bowls to individual plates at conveyor belt sushi restaurants, sushi restaurants in Japan are as diverse as the sushi types they serve.
Different regions of Japan may even have their own local specialty style of sushi, depending on what is available in each region throughout the different seasons. Hokkaido is known for its high-quality seafood—like fresh crab and scallops—and sushi by extension. Kyoto is famous for “sabazushi” (a lightly vinegared mackerel sushi). Sushi restaurants in Tokyo carry the proud tradition of “Edomae” sushi, a type of sushi that originated in Tokyo and was considered to be a type of fast food, sold to on-the-go customers by street food stands.
Sushi restaurants in Japan range broadly from local family-run restaurants fitted out with tatami mats to higher-tech operations where you can seamlessly order your next sushi roll with the simple touch of a tablet. You can enjoy an elegant omakase sushi meal at a sushi restaurant in Osaka where a sushi chef prepares each and every piece right in front of your eyes, delicately shaping the rice by hand. Sushi restaurants in Kyoto at local markets serve up fresh sushi and friendly service. You can enjoy casual conveyor belt sushi for just over 100 yen per plate, or splash out several thousand yen at Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo.
No matter how you want to enjoy sushi in Japan, there are endless options for sushi restaurants in Japan to suit your budget. You can have a modern fast food sushi experience or a traditional sushi dining experience. Not sure where to start when it comes to sushi in Japan? Reserve a table or counter seat at a sushi restaurant to ensure you get the highest quality Japanese sushi experience.