Japan Sushi Restaurants(352)
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.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Yoshi
Nearly 20 years of service can’t lie; the sushi and small bites at Sushidokoro Yoshi are putting Otaru on the map for more than its fishing history.
SEAT RESERVATIONMiyuki (Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo)
The most exquisite dining experience paired with the most exquisite cuisine. Within Tokyo’s natural Sea of Clouds, Miyuki offers a variety of Japanese course meals, from kaiseki to sushi to teppanyaki.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kato Hinzan Niseko
Depending on the season, this Niseko restaurant founded by Hokkaido’s King of Crab sources its seafood from different regions, showing its dedication to providing its guests with the best that the nation has to offer.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Ito Ikkan
Doing things differently. Particularly popular with guests from overseas, this premium sushi restaurant even departs from the omakase tradition to accommodate personalized nigiri requests.
SEAT RESERVATIONGinza Sushi Aoki Honten
Traditional Edomae-style nigiri served by a chef whose winding path has always followed the road to sushi mastery. Delight in the thoughtful expression of the Aoki family’s generational craft.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yoshino (Jimbocho)
Taste the individual sensibilities and craft of a chef who pours his own passion into every meal through unique tableware, personally-selected sake, and bursts of personality.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Nihonbashi Seamon
Located in Nihonbashi, Sushi Nihonbashi Seamon is an Edomae sushi restaurant offering omakase Edomae-style sushi course menus. It has recently made waves by being one of the rare sushi restaurants to offer sushi and wine pairings.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Acta
Give your tastebuds an in-depth experience at this intimate sushi restaurant, where you are seated at a seven-seat counter while sushi chefs craft dishes by hand in front of your eyes.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Akazu Shinsaibashi
Though a small army of regulars fill its reservation list, charismatic service and unparalleled freshness make Sushi Akazu’s Shinsaibashi branch a must-visit destination — if you can secure a spot at its counter.
SEAT RESERVATIONKifuku
Step into Kifuku, a special sushi restaurant in Fukuoka, western Japan’s food paradise. A 22-item omakase course features Kyushu’s freshest fish in perfectly sculpted nigiri, accompanied by mouth-watering side dishes.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi No You Ya
Fine ingredients and even finer plating characterize the Edomae-style sushi at Sushi No You Ya, where the fish is fresh and the price is right.
SEAT RESERVATIONAzekura (JW Marriott Hotel Nara)
Teppanyaki, sushi, and traditional kaiseki menus satisfy a variety of guests at this excellent hotel eatery. The JW Marriott Hotel Nara proudly offers guests a unique dining experience in the heart of one of Japan’s most historic cities.
SEAT RESERVATIONKurosaki
Formerly a Michelin-starred sushi restaurant based in Shibuya, Kurosaki’s new Omotesando location continues Chef Kazuki Kurosaki’s reputation for excellent modern interpretations of the traditional Edomae sushi form.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Yoshino (Nakano)
Edomae sushi at its finest, run by three generations of sushi masters for over 70 years, and a regular recipient of the Michelin Bib Gourmand.
COURSE MENUSushi Tomi
This Ebisu sushi restaurant is hard to find — located on the second floor of a yakiniku restaurant — but the rewards are so worth it. A veteran of over 30 years in the business serves sushi with the finest ingredients.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Toyotaka
This Shinsaibashi restaurant whisks patrons from Osaka’s busy streets to a serene and stylish atmosphere. High-quality seasonal ingredients and premium sake ensure that omakase sushi courses leave a long-lasting impression.
COURSE MENUAkisaryo
The perfect union between the land and the sea — Akisaryo celebrates the Hiroshima region's lush produce and the finest catches from the Seto Inland Sea, at its restaurant in central Hiroshima.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Kaihara
In Osaka’s gourmet-rich Tenma area, experience the quiet perfection of an 8-course Edomae sushi omakase crafted by a Michelin-awarded chef who prefers working in silence.
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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.