Japan Sushi Restaurants(352)
COURSE MENUSushi Kakuno
Sushi powered by the spring water from the Sakurajima volcanic belt — in fashionable Roppongi, Chef Kakuno Masayuki gets the greatest satisfaction when his guests smile.
SEAT RESERVATIONMatsunozushi
The Michelin-recognized craftsmanship behind Matsunozushi’s classic Edomae-style sushi, paired with a homely atmosphere, makes this tiny Shiinamachi restaurant a must-visit for avid sushi fans.
COURSE MENUSushi Sugahisa
Chef Kan Masahiro brings his dual backgrounds as a chef in a Thai restaurant and a sushi chef together in his Toranomon Hills restaurant concept, fusing the two to make beautiful Thai-inspired sushi.
COURSE MENUDaiki Suisan Sushi Seminar Dotonbori
The promise of fresh fish draws diners into this famous conveyor belt sushi restaurant, where the making and eating of sushi is its own art form.
COURSE MENUNihonbashi Funazushi
At this Nihonbashi restaurant, a third-generation owner plays with classic sushi flavors and brings a touch of old Edo to modern Tokyo.
COURSE MENUSushi Aoi
As the culmination of his work as a chef, Sushi Aoi’s Hoshi intends to be as serious about his sushi as it would undoubtedly be about his fresh produce.
COURSE MENUSushi Yon HANA
Perfection might not exist, but this A-list sushi joint's signature, flower-shaped sushi with sea urchin and gold flecks comes remarkably close.
COURSE MENUSUSHI RYUDUKI
An intimate 12-seat omakase bar where champagne reigns with sushi — park yourself at the hinoki cypress counter for a multicourse meal featuring day-fresh fish from the market.
COURSE MENUAquarium Dining Ryuduki
This Kinshicho restaurant has some serious good looks and seriously good food. Thanks to the backing of its high-grade sister stores, it’s offering a unique trio of Italian, teppanyaki and sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Keiji
Get the ultimate sushi experience in one of Sapporo’s most exclusive restaurants. Enjoy expertly-crafted sushi paired with perfectly-chilled drinks in an ultra-private atmosphere, perfect for group dinners and date nights.
COURSE MENUSushi Benkei Umi Ginza
Niigata’s foremost sushi specialist, this time in Tokyo. This Ginza omakase sushi restaurant next to the Kabukiza Theatre combines the best seafood from Sado Island and the mastery of one of Roppongi’s most famous chefs.
SEAT RESERVATIONSaito
Witness how minor alterations to ingredients alter the flavors significantly at this Roppongi sushiya.
COURSE MENUSushi Rei
Sushi meets art in this suave sushi omakase venue in Omotesando, helmed by a young chef delivers Edomae-leaning dishes served in handmade lacquerware by local artists.
COURSE MENUSushi Umiji
Expanding on the Edomae concept, Sushi Umiji introduces Tokyoites to a new wave of luxury-meets-classic sushi, merging ingredients like caviar, foie gras and sea urchin without restraint or a hefty price tag.
COURSE MENUSushi Kimura Nihombashi
One city’s loss is another’s gain. Following a 15-year stint at one of New York City’s most exclusive sushi restaurants, Kimura Koji arrives in Nihonbashi with an Edomae omakase concept shaped by fish from his hometown in Hachinohe.
COURSE MENUSushi Aoyagi
Local legend Sushi Aoyogi debuted following The Tokyo Station Hotel’s renovation, serving technique-driven, quality-focused Edomae omakase to both the city's old and new crowds just steps from Tokyo Station’s historic red-bricked structure.
COURSE MENUKarin (Ryogoku)
Omakase sushi restaurant Karin’s appeal is twofold: authentic Edomae sushi with a twist on traditional seasonings, as well as a legendarily handsome — and experienced — chef behind the counter.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Matsumoto
Enjoy a parade of Edomae-style sushi in a historic district in Kyoto.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Keita
A high-end Michelin-starred sushi restaurant in Tsukiji, where the chef controls every detail, right down to the temperature of the fish.
SEAT RESERVATIONJukusei Sushi Yorozu
Jukusei Sushi Yorozu features another side to traditional Edomae sushi, using perfectly aged fish — experience it made by a true master of the style.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yoshitake
Sushi really doesn’t come any better than this — see for yourself at one of the few sushiya in the world to ever have been awarded three Michelin stars.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Shumbi Nishikawa
One of the best sushi restaurants in Nagoya, with some of the freshest fish in the city and 2 Michelin stars.
SEAT RESERVATIONUeda
Try some of the very best sushi in the world at a triple Michelin-starred restaurant in Nagoya.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Harasho
Osaka’s leading sushi restaurant, where you can enjoy the craft in its purest form.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yoshida
Classy, high-quality dining is the priority of this reputable Kyushu sushi restaurant, with one Michelin star.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Arai (Niigata)
Sushi Arai is a restaurant with one Michelin star for its simple yet exquisite sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONMatsuzushi
Reservation for the one-star Michelin restaurant can be tough to score, but Yohei Tanigawa’s flawlessly executed Edomae-style sushi — freshly delivered from Osaka Bay — is worth the effort.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kawashima
In a region well known for being distant from the sea, Nara’s Sushi Kawashima takes creative liberties that cut a stark but celebrated line in the world of fine dining.
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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.