Sushi Takeshi, Yoyogi-Uehara, "Recommended Points" - For those who love sushi - For those who enjoy courses with plenty of nigiri - For couples, families, or business dinners Order the "HANA" Course for 14,000 yen: Appetizer Chawanmushi (savory egg custard) Aori squid Akami (lean tuna) Akagai (ark shell) Chutoro (medium fatty tuna) Hotate (scallop) Sayori (halfbeak) Nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) Otoro (fatty tuna) Kohada (gizzard shad) Kuruma ebi (tiger prawn) Uni (sea urchin) Anago (saltwater eel) Tamago (sweet egg omelette) Fruit The menu may vary depending on the availability of ingredients. The highlight is the 14 pieces of nigiri, including uni, tiger prawn, chutoro, otoro, and the luxurious nodoguro. The quality of the rice and the size of the fish are exceptional. The knife skills enhance the texture of the fish. - Anago: A young conger eel, smooth and delicious. - Hotate: Thick and sweet scallop from Mutsu Bay in Aomori. - Nodoguro: High-quality blackthroat seaperch with perfect fat content. - Otoro: Served with roasted seaweed for hand rolls, a delightful combination. - Kuruma ebi: A flavorful and meaty tiger prawn. - Tamago: Unique presentation with a sweet omelette and shrimp flakes wrapped in rice. The restaurant has only 8 counter seats. The friendly chef makes the dining experience enjoyable and relaxed.

Various types of dishes are offered, including seasonal items. Particularly delicious were the shirako, sujiko, uni, and anago. All of them were delicious. There is a chef who is fluent in English, so it is recommended for foreign visitors.

It was really convenient to be able to make a same-day reservation at this sushi restaurant in the neighborhood on a rainy day. They offered both a sushi-only course and a course with appetizers and sushi, and I opted for the latter. The dishes featured seasonal ingredients like vinegared dishes and conger eel, perfect for summer. The tamago (egg) sushi was particularly unique and stylish in its presentation, a first for me.

While taking a walk with a friend, we stumbled upon a sushi restaurant! It was a sudden visit, but we were told it was okay to come in. I believe we had the lunch omakase course. We were served sushi and appetizers, and we were full by the end of the meal. It was delicious, so I would like to visit again.

I was invited by an acquaintance and visited for the first time. It was my first time eating sushi in Yoyogi-Uehara, and the restaurant was located in a quiet area slightly off the bustling street. They served appetizers like squid that went well with alcohol, and the sushi was also delicious. Considering the location, I thought it was a good value for money.

Recently, my work luck hasn't been great so I decided to visit Yoyogi Hachimangu Shrine and then spontaneously have a solo lunch. I walked from the east exit of Yoyogi Uehara Station towards Yamanote-dori and turned left before Kakuyasu sake shop into a building called Yoyogi Uehara Haneda Building on the first floor. The interior of the restaurant has only 8 counter seats, with 4 customers already seated - a family of four and a couple with a reservation. I managed to get in without a reservation, but it might be a bit intimidating to do so given the atmosphere. [Order Course] Chef's choice sushi lunch: 7,800 yen [Menu] - 2 appetizers: - Himo of surf clam in vinegar - Chawanmushi (savory egg custard) - 11 pieces of nigiri sushi + additional 1 piece: - Tekka maki (tuna roll) - White squid - Matsukawa (pine bark) - Lean tuna - Tendon - Striped jack - Spot prawn - Uni (sea urchin) - Fatty tuna - Conger eel - Tamago (sweet egg) - Shinko (young gizzard shad, 3 pieces) *additional - 2 other dishes: - Soup - Shine Muscat grape - Sake: - Hohoemi Daiginjo by Hououbito - Natsu no Shippu Junmai Ginjo by Kido - Junmai Ginjo by Takizawa In such a great location, offering high-quality ingredients like Matsukawa, fatty tuna, spot prawn, and sea urchin for 7,800 yen feels like a great deal. The other customers were elegant and I felt a bit nervous, but the chef was very friendly and made the experience enjoyable. The sake selection leaned towards fruity types like Hohoemi Daiginjo and Natsu no Shippu, which I personally like, but adding some spicy and bold options like Hidaka-mi might attract more sushi enthusiasts. Since I live nearby (though I lack elegance), I would like to visit again.

This time I visited the restaurant with an old acquaintance. I received a video of making fresh fish on the day before from the official LINE of the store, and I was really looking forward to it. I ordered the usual omakase course. We had a few appetizers, several pieces of nigiri (quite a lot), and added a kanpyo roll with extra wasabi. It was undeniably delicious. The highlight of the day was definitely the fresh fish. It was served as one piece for five slices. It's luxurious, isn't it? Watching the video, you can see that even though they are small, they are sliced like regular fish, which must be very labor-intensive, and I assume the cost of procurement is also likely to be very high. It was a lucky and perfect timing. Thank you for always serving delicious sushi.

I found this place through word of mouth and it was my first visit. It's a small sushi restaurant with only 8 seats at the counter. The head chef and staff are highly skilled and have a strong sense of stability. I ordered the chef's choice sushi course and felt that the quality was high for the price. I think I will definitely become a regular customer at this hidden gem of a local restaurant.笑

"The 'Super High-End Reservation-Difficult All-Horse Simultaneous Gate-In Omakase Sushi Restaurant' (by O Master) seems to be getting a bit boring lately. Instead, there is a delicious sushi restaurant where you can freely order your favorite sushi toppings or nigiri. There is also an omakase option, but next to the menu, the prices of each topping are written, which is a rare thing to see in a high-end sushi restaurant. Furthermore, the sushi is delicious. Today is Sunday, and after reading a sushi lecture by O Master on Tabelog, I couldn't resist the craving for sushi. The lesson by O Master today included: - Sushi restaurants originally started as food stalls. It's best to eat quickly and leave, enjoying your favorite dishes and then heading home. - Nigiri sushi is delicious even without dipping it in nikiri (a soy sauce used in sushi restaurants). The combination of fresh toppings and vinegared rice is tasty enough. - A discussion of the history of the Kanda Tsuru◯i school and the considerations of omakase from the Sukiyabashi ◯ro school. Lately, I've also been getting tired of omakase. I want to eat my favorite dishes whenever I want. When I mentioned going out for lunch to my wife today, she said she couldn't go because she was making strawberry candy with the kids. So, she set me free to have lunch by myself! A day of unlimited freedom! Well, not really. So, I searched for a lunch spot and decided to visit this place that I had been eyeing for a while. I called on the same day and found out that there was one seat available for lunch at this famous restaurant in Yoyogi-Uehara, where meals cost over 100,000 yen per person. It's located right next to the top-notch restaurant ete in the same building. Since it was a Sunday, I was served some squid as a snack with my beer. I ordered a delicious flounder appetizer and then enjoyed some nigiri sushi. The master, Mr. Mori, has been running a sushi restaurant for four generations, starting with his great-grandfather. It's amazing that they have been in business for over 100 years. They have been in Yoyogi-Uehara for seven years now, with nine reviews and an average rating of 3.06. But that's not really relevant. The food is delicious, and the restaurant is ethical and a great place. The sardines, mackerel, gizzard shad, conger eel, and flounder appetizer were all delicious. The take-out customers were also quite busy, coming in and out frequently. The locals in Yoyogi-Uehara seem to know this restaurant well, but I am still a newcomer. The flyers are famous, and even I knew about them. I would like to try their take-out service next time. I will definitely come back! It's always great to discover good restaurants. My thoughts are in the photos."

We often rely on this sushi restaurant as a family. It is probably the number one sushi place in the area. Every time we go, no matter which type of sushi we order, it is truly amazing. We visit about once every 1-2 months. Children are expected to be quiet, so they need to be a certain age or we need to book a private room to bring them. They also offer UberEats delivery, and their chirashi sushi is a great deal. For just 3000 yen, the quality is unbeatable. They also have a hand roll sushi set, which I would like to try next time when my grandparents visit.

For dinner on this day, I went to a sushi restaurant in the neighborhood that caught my eye. It seems like this building was built about 4 years ago. I can't believe it's been that long already, but it was my first visit. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is a bit tense, but in a good way. I waited for my friends to arrive while sipping on a non-alcoholic beer. We were served buttered new squid tentacles and water eggplant as a complimentary appetizer. Looking at the drink menu, I was surprised to see that the corkage fee for wine was quite reasonable. So, I decided to go back home and bring a special bottle of Champagne. I brought the "Champagne Charles Ellner – Passion" which is made from 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir. It has a lovely aroma of white flowers and citrus with a pleasant minerality. The menu had 3 course options, but you could also order individual pieces of sushi. This time, I ordered the "Hana (sushi only course) for 7,820 yen" and planned to add more if needed. The sushi was amazing, with thick and tender squid, flavorful tuna, chewy clam, succulent shrimp, tangy gizzard shad, creamy medium fatty tuna, delicious shrimp, melt-in-your-mouth sea urchin, tender conger eel, and cute egg. After the Champagne, we also had some sake. We then ordered additional sushi pieces like bonito, red snapper, eel, and a special roll with fatty tuna and pickled radish. The eel in sweet sauce was delightful, and the eel with silver paste was elegant. The meal ended with a comforting soup. I regret not coming here sooner, as the quality and affordability were outstanding. This place is a hidden gem in Yoyogi-Uehara, and I look forward to returning for more sushi and drinks!

A small shop with just a counter. When you slide open the door, a calm atmosphere greets you. Ah, I really like this kind of vibe. There are two omakase courses available. The "Tsuki" course, which includes today's recommendations for a luxurious experience priced at 12,960 yen, and the "Yuki" course, a half-size option for those looking for something light priced at 8,640 yen. Despite claiming to have a small appetite, I opted for the "Tsuki" course. I requested the rice to be slightly smaller from the start. It was delicious beyond words! Even though I said I have a small appetite, I ended up ordering extra rolls. At one point, a multi-generational family that seemed like regulars came in, but the staff treated both them and us newcomers equally. As an artist, I hope my drawings can bring a sense of ease and happiness to those who see them. The sushi at this shop is not only delicious but also has a welcoming taste that makes everyone happy. I found myself resonating with it without even trying. Highly recommended. Oh, and the plates are gray, which I realized enhances the presentation of the food. Sushi is often served on black plates, but I felt that the gray plates made the sushi look softer and more inviting.

The head chef of Mori Sushi, located in Tobu Hotel in Shibuya, also serves as an instructor at the Sushi Academy. He goes to the market every day to personally select ingredients, ensuring high quality for both the fish and rice. It seems that the restaurant is always fully booked with regular customers from the local area.

It was very, very delicious! I ordered the lunch omakase sushi course. Every piece of sushi was delicious, but the sumiika had a chewy texture and a sweet flavor that was exceptional. The seared nodoguro was also amazing, with the fat melting in your mouth and leaving a delicious taste. The rice was also adjusted to my preference, which I appreciated. I was extremely satisfied with the quality of sushi for the price. I will definitely visit again!

This time, I visited with a colleague. We wanted to try the new squid (received a video on LINE again) and it was delicious. The standout dishes were the eel, new squid, squid legs, tuna, and the sake that went down too easily. I ended up drinking too much and now I can't remember everything clearly, which is always a problem. I will visit again next month.

This time, I visited the restaurant with a Swedish parent and child. In the past, there were many dishes of pickled red clam, but this time we had octopus, bamboo shoots, and broad beans as appetizers. The way the octopus was cooked was exquisite. According to the chef, choosing the right octopus is the most important thing. We enjoyed sashimi, mozuku seaweed, and plenty of drinks, followed by sushi and kanpyo rolls. As always, there is always a new surprise with the amazing deliciousness. This time, there were dishes using lime, and they had an exquisite taste. It is an innovative cuisine while maintaining traditional flavors, and the deliciousness is outstanding. The young Swedish person who accompanied us said it was the most delicious meal they had ever had, and they didn't know what to eat next. By the way, in the top 10 restaurants in Stockholm, there are 5 Japanese restaurants or fusion restaurants combining Japanese and Swedish cuisine, showing the popularity of Japanese cuisine. I also appreciated the English-speaking skills of the chef and staff. It was nice to see a variety of sake options, and I was happy to see Sado's Kinzuru available. It is a restaurant that I would like to visit again.

I have been to various restaurants, but I think this one serves the best sushi. There is no comparison. You can enjoy not only sushi but also a total coordination of appetizers. They also have a good selection of sake. Lately, they have started offering wines as well. The prices are on the higher side, but after eating, you feel incredibly happy, so it's worth it. I have taken many foreigners there, and they all loved it. One of them (from Sweden) even goes there by himself now. As a Japanese person, it makes me happy.

My favorite sushi restaurant in Tokyo. Don't trust the ratings on Tabelog.