Japan Sushi Restaurants(353)
SEAT RESERVATIONKukizen
Enjoy a change of scenery, and some outstanding sushi, just an hour from Sapporo.
SEAT RESERVATIONUoriki Kaisen Sushi (Shibuya Tokyu Food Show)
The best value sushi deal in Shibuya — this sushi counter offers delicious nigiri and rice bowls which leave you satisfied and your wallet unscathed.
SEAT RESERVATIONBentenyama Miyako Sushi
One of the oldest sushi restaurants in Tokyo, serving authentic historic dishes that you won’t often find elsewhere.
SEAT RESERVATIONKizushi
Authentic Tokyo-style sushi in Nihonbashi, from a third generation chef who offers an amazing lunch course meal deal.
SEAT RESERVATIONGinza Rin Nishimura
Get up close to a display of true sushi craftsmanship at this 2020 Michelin-starred restaurant in Ginza.
SEAT RESERVATIONMusashi by Aman
A premium sushi restaurant housed inside a 5-star city center hotel, Musashi by Aman uses ingredients grown and selected by the chef himself. Chef Musashi marries the highest grade of fresh seafood with rice grown in his very own personal fields.
SEAT RESERVATIONAzabujuban Hatano Yoshiki
Let Chef Yoshiki's expertise and passion take you on a culinary adventure, where every bite is bursting with umami. Discover the true essence of sushi at its finest, meticulously crafted to perfection.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Tou
Experience the essence of Edomae sushi, preserved alongside creative twists. Fresh fish from the Tsukiji Market are selected every morning for exceptional nigiri sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONthe SUSHI
Premium sushi dining at an intimate bar in Andaz Tokyo. Enjoy Edomae sushi while soaking in the nighttime view of the Tokyo skyline from the 52nd floor.
SEAT RESERVATIONJapanese Restaurant Benkay
Offering something to suit the tastes of every member of your group, this fine-dining staple inside the 5-star Hotel Nikko Osaka is a perfect spot for a celebration. Enjoy master-crafted sushi, exquisite kaiseki, and more.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Ryuichi
Inside the elegant interior of this 8-seat Ginza sushiya, guests enjoy premium Edomae sushi in a relaxed atmosphere. Seafood connoisseurs will relish the chance to try multiple different styles of sushi, on top of the classic nigiri and sushi rolls.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Takehiro
Person-focused may be the best way to describe this Hiratsuka sushi restaurant, which delights guests with cheerful service, reasonable prices, fresh seafood and vintage sake.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kappo Kakihachi
Sapporo boasts access to some of Japan’s best seafood, with the cold waters of Hokkaido yielding many of the rarest delicacies. At Sushi Kappo Kakihachi, these are crafted into picture-perfect nigiri, and enjoyed in a welcoming, laid back atmosphere.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Gintomi
Continuing the legacy of his restaurateur father, Chef Takahashi serves premium Edomae sushi crafted to pair with vintage sakes. He focuses on balancing the flavors of his seafood, sushi rice, and drink pairings to enhance the experience of each.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Akazu Mochizuki
This intimate 7-seat sushi restaurant in Osaka offers classic Edomae sushi using premium ingredients sourced from all around Japan. In a relaxed atmosphere, guests enjoy course menus highlighting the best seasonal seafood that Kansai has to offer.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kuriyagawa
Savor playful Edomae sushi and inventive a la carte dishes. Experience meticulous craftsmanship, cozy ambiance, and seasonal flavors at this delightful sushi destination.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Kawano
Tucked away in a small Kyoto neighborhood, Kawano offers exquisite Edomae-style sushi. With only nine counter seats, experience the ultimate umami of fish in a serene setting.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Shigeru
For Michelin-level nigiri at reasonable prices, look no further than Akebonobashi’s Sushidokoro Shigeru. The chef’s expert knife skills, refreshing approach to sushi and hospitable manner have won the hearts of locals and travelers alike.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Ito Ichiro
With over 27 years of service in its Akasaka location, this famed Edomae sushi restaurant continues its dedication to quality ingredients and exquisite craftsmanship in the Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Tanamachi
Situated on one of the quieter roads of Kita, Osaka’s downtown hub, Tsukasa Tanamachi blends meticulous sushi craftsmanship with homely charm.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Shirokane Saeki
A legend of Kansai’s sushi scene, Chef Saeki Hiroshi expands his operations from his Ginza store to the basement of the Sheraton Miyako Hotel Tokyo, serving the same beautiful seasonal sushi.
SEAT RESERVATIONAka to Shiro
The name ‘Aka to Shiro’ translates to ‘red and white’ — a clever nod to the chef’s deliberate use of both red and white vinegar for the shop’s sushi rice.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushi Renma
One of Okinawa’s finest sushi restaurants, Sushi Kawagoe, starts a sister branch in this all-wood space of Renma. Experience the flavor of Tokyo in the south.
SEAT RESERVATIONIzuu
Near Kyoto’s famed geisha district, this sushi shop has carried the tradition of the old capital since 1781, packing hundreds of years of history in a single bite.
SEAT RESERVATIONSakamoto Sushi
Sakamoto Kei proudly bills his Michelin-awarded restaurant in Osaka as "sushi for the masses," offering freshly made Kansai-style nigiri with a refreshing lack of pretension.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushibun
One of the most historic sushi joints in Tokyo, Sushibun started as a food stall in the Nihonbashi fish market 150 years ago and has now become the premier Edomae sushi restaurant in Toyosu Market.
SEAT RESERVATIONRyuzushi
First opened in Tsukiji Outer Market in 1959, this 12-seat sushi joint in Toyosu Market might be one of the few places where it's acceptable to order sushi for breakfast.
SEAT RESERVATIONSushidokoro Yamazaki
With a history spanning back 90 years, Sushidokoro cuts through the routine by bringing fresh, seasonally-tuned sushi with fish straight from the wholesalers.
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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.