I made a reservation through Tabelog and visited this place. The chef runs the operation alone, and on this day, we were the only customers. Thanks to that, we were able to have a nice chat with the chef. The sushi rice was well-balanced in terms of vinegar, and the texture was perfect. The toppings may not be the high-end ones you find in Ginza, but they were satisfying at a reasonable price. Also, following Nobu's tradition, I was captivated by the last course of soba noodles. You could even visit just for the soba noodles. The lunch and dinner courses are the same, so you'll definitely be satisfied even during lunch. I want to cheer on the chef who is working hard to serve decent sushi at a low price. Thank you for the meal. I will visit again.

The taste and presentation were excellent, but what really made our experience special was the cozy atmosphere and the chef's conversation. They even prepared kid-friendly dishes for our elementary school children, showing their kindness. Thank you very much.

This is a small sushi restaurant with about six counter seats that has recently opened. The staff, who seem to be from NOBU TOKYO, provide excellent service. Despite being the only one working, you are not kept waiting long even when ordering drinks. The dishes, consisting of 5-6 small plates, are all delicious. The nigiri sushi is also surprisingly good for the price, which makes me think they must be operating on thin margins. However, it may be difficult to order additional items as they quickly move on to dessert once the course is finished. I will definitely visit again.

This new restaurant has a beautiful appearance. It was reserved just for our group on the day we went. They offer a wide variety of dishes and the service was excellent, making it a very enjoyable experience. I have a feeling that it will become popular and hard to get a reservation in the future. Thank you for the wonderful meal. We will definitely come back again.

I took a chance and called the day before, luckily they had an opening. The grandmother had renovated her old boutique into a small, charming sushi restaurant. A young chef, who had trained at Nobu Tokyo and had experience abroad, provided excellent service and engaging conversation. The meal started with vegetable rolls, followed by three appetizers before delicious sushi kept coming one after another. It ended with a mini seafood bowl and soba noodles. The dessert was a refreshing way to finish the meal. They also had a selection of crisp sake that paired well with the sushi. If you're looking for delicious sushi and a peaceful atmosphere in Ogikubo, this is the place to go.

The omakase course costs 12,000 yen per person, so it's not a place we can visit often. We went there for a special occasion with my wife and it was our first time. The sushi was delicious. We had 4 appetizers, 12 pieces of sushi, soba noodles for the finish, and dessert. The portions were generous and we were satisfied. If I had to make a suggestion, I would say they could reduce the number of sushi pieces and increase the variety of appetizers a bit more. Personally, I enjoyed the sardine, hokkigai, and nodoguro sushi the most. They had a good selection of dry sake, and the junmai ginjo Yamamoto paired best with the dishes that day. The small restaurant only has 6 counter seats, and we were the only customers that day. The service was attentive and we had a great experience. This is definitely a place where you can be satisfied on a special occasion.

This was my first visit, and I thoroughly enjoyed all the dishes and sushi with excellent ingredients. The cost performance was also great. I think this is a wonderful restaurant, including the personality of the owner. I came with my wife this time, but I also felt that the atmosphere is recommended for business use.

Hello. On the 4th day of the 9-day consecutive Golden Week, I visited the sushi restaurant Tennuma Ochiai in Ogikubo. I had decided to visit this place after reading reviews from people I follow. Let me introduce this sushi restaurant briefly. It opened on January 28, 2023, and it is still a new restaurant with only 5 reviews. They only offer a 12,000 yen omakase course for both lunch and dinner, with 18 dishes included, which is great for sake lovers like me. Additionally, both lunch and dinner are served in a private reservation style, and I made a reservation for one person as usual, so I was a bit worried. The head chef has worked for 11 and a half years at the famous restaurant "NOBUTOKYO," which has a global presence, and has experience working abroad, so they can provide an English menu and service. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with a 6-seat counter, and reservations can be made through Instagram DM or Tabelog. Since it recently opened, it was easy to make a reservation. I got off at Ogikubo Station on the Chuo Line and took a leisurely walk around the area. It was my first time in Ogikubo, and I explored the Ogikubo Shotengai. There were popular spots like Butayama and Harukiya, as well as ramen shops with long lines. There were also various other shops like Yakiniku Futago, Sushiro, and Sukiya. When it was time for my reservation, I headed to the restaurant. After walking a few minutes from Ogikubo Station, I entered a quiet residential area. The neighborhood was so peaceful, and it felt nostalgic. The restaurant was tucked away in a narrow alley. When I entered, the head chef greeted me warmly. There were 3 seats prepared at the 6-seat counter, and it seemed like a few more customers, including me, would be coming. But then, the head chef informed me that I was the only reservation for today! I felt a bit embarrassed. Apparently, there were no other reservations for the day. They usually require a minimum of 4 people for a private booking. As soon as I sat down, the head chef engaged in conversation with me. He was very easy to talk to and had a gentle demeanor, which made me feel at ease. About 80% of the customers are locals from Ogikubo. A high-end sushi restaurant loved by the locals is definitely a great find! I started with a beer since I had been wanting one after visiting Ebisu yesterday. And to my delight, they had Ebisu beer available. Now, let's begin the omakase course! Pickled ginger: Thinly sliced ginger with a strong acidity and spiciness, but it was delicious. The thin slices allow the flavor to spread quickly when chewed. I really enjoyed this kind of pickled ginger. Shari (sushi rice): They use a red vinegar called Yoko...

Located a 5-minute walk from Ogikubo Station, just off the bustling shopping street, is the new sushi restaurant Ochiai in Ogikubo Tenma. The restaurant, run by a single chef, focuses on a single omakase course. They operate with a reservation-only system for both lunch and dinner, allowing for a personalized dining experience. The entrance is wheelchair accessible, making it convenient for families and elderly customers. The omakase course is priced at a reasonable ¥12,000, with drinks charged separately. The meal starts with a vegetable roll starter, followed by nigiri sushi and a small rice bowl. It concludes with Hokkaido soba noodles. The day I visited, the menu included cucumber, kaiware, avocado, and shiso vegetable rolls, abalone liver sauce, steamed egg custard with shirako and crab, two-color sea urchin rice bowl, and a variety of sushi including flounder, spear squid, horse mackerel, red snapper, ark shell, giant clam, spot prawn, and tuna. The meal ends with a hand-rolled eel sushi and Hokkaido buckwheat soba. With 20 dishes for ¥12,000, the meal offers great value. I visited during lunch, but I imagine the experience would be even more special for dinner. I was lucky to enjoy the sea urchin from Haneda on the day of my visit. I look forward to revisiting this restaurant. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

This is a very pleasant restaurant with a friendly chef! It's budget-friendly and we had a wonderful time. It was just the two of us in the whole place. They are still new, so they only take one reservation at a time to focus on each customer. That's nice. I feel bad, so next time I'll bring a few more friends.

This is my third visit. Each dish is truly amazing. And the cost performance is also excellent. The personality of the owner is also one of the charms of this restaurant. I have already made a reservation for November (laughs). Thank you for the wonderful meal.

This is my second visit. Just like last time, I enjoyed the wonderful taste. Thank you for the meal.

It was a restaurant with good cost performance and balance. The head chef who used to work at NOBUTOKYO has great communication skills and it's enjoyable. I've never had such a big geoduck before, so I was surprised. Thank you very much.

For the time being, they are handling one group for lunch and one group for dinner each day. The service was very heartfelt and good.

Members-only restaurant. Not open to the public yet.

A sushi restaurant that operates on a fully reservation basis. The freshness and taste of the ingredients are worth the price. You can enjoy a leisurely meal, engaging in lively conversations with your dining companions over delicious food and drinks.