Maru at Shin-Osaka Station, located on the 2nd floor of the Alde building, is a sushi restaurant. I decided to kill time here before catching my bullet train. Nearby, Kushi Katsu Daruma and 551 were packed with tourists, but luckily this place was relatively empty. I ordered the Special Sushi for 1760 yen, Octopus Karaage for 660 yen, and a bottled beer for 660 yen. The Octopus Karaage was delicious but the portion size was quite small. It seems like octopus is expensive as it is not served in large quantities in other places as well. The sushi was decently tasty, but I was a bit bothered by the cleanliness of the interior. As it is a sushi restaurant, I believe they should make more effort to keep the place clean. The floors and such were a bit off-putting and I didn't feel like relaxing. Considering the prices they charge, I think they should pay more attention to the ambiance. Also, I wish they had brought the drinks out sooner. #ShinOsaka #sushi

During my business trip to Osaka, I treated myself to a sushi lunch to reward myself for working hard. I struggled a bit with my chopstick skills, causing the rice to fall apart and making it difficult to eat. However, the fish was fresh and delicious. I also added a serving of conger eel tempura, which had a slightly thick batter but tasted great. The dipping sauce was a bit on the mild side. Overall, the quality of the fish was good, and the sushi seemed to offer good value for the price.

I had a great lunch with a flat fee and enjoyed a delicious assorted sushi platter. The tempura of ears and squid legs that followed was also delicious!

I visited this restaurant for lunch. First, I ordered a beer and some appetizers. After quenching my thirst, I chose some sushi. I had a beer and added a highball. Then I ordered the sushi. The sushi rice was just the right size and easy to eat. The fish was fresh and delicious.

At the Shinkansen ticket gate at Shin-Osaka Station, I had lunch at Maru Sushi, a sushi restaurant inside Arde Shin-Osaka, heading towards the Midosuji Line. Despite a severe rain forecast, I was able to enter smoothly compared to other restaurants during lunchtime. I was torn between the Special Assortment Set (12 pieces and rolls) and the All-Natural Set (8 pieces), but considering my overindulgence the previous day, I opted for the All-Natural Set as I didn't think I could eat much. I enjoyed it all very much. If you're having a regular lunch, the portion might be a bit small. You can also add additional pieces one by one.

I stopped by a sushi restaurant before boarding the bullet train after a business trip. It was my fourth visit, and this time I took a photo for the first time. I had a bottled beer, two appetizers, an assorted sushi set, and added Kohada and Tsubugai, along with a sweet potato shochu soda. You can choose between Asahi draft beer and Kirin or Asahi bottled beer. They also offer sake and sweet potato shochu. There is a separate board with "Today's Recommendations" menu, and I always choose a seasonal appetizer from there. This time I had firefly squid with miso vinegar and grilled silver cod with miso. The firefly squid was large and tender, while the silver cod was perfectly cooked and had a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The sushi rice was a bit small in size, but it was just right after enjoying the appetizers and beer. The assortment included red snapper, tuna, squid, raw shrimp with miso, sea urchin, and different types of fish each time. This time it was sandfish (baby conger eel), pufferfish (blanched), and grilled Spanish mackerel (I think). The tuna was particularly delicious, with no sinew and a strong umami flavor. The Kohada had no fishy smell or strong vinegar taste, making it a good choice for those who are not fans of oily fish. The Tsubugai clam had a crunchy texture and stuck well to the sushi rice, providing a unique flavor and texture experience. The sushi rice was slightly warm, maybe because it was a busy day during Golden Week. The prices are reasonable, ranging from 5000 to 6000 yen each visit. They offer a sushi set with red miso soup, as well as other options ranging from volume-focused to natural seafood-focused dishes priced from 1000 to 3000 yen. They also have seafood bowls and a variety of dishes for those who prefer drinks. I have visited at different times, and this time during Golden Week at 6:00 pm, the seats were almost full, but I was lucky to be seated at the back of the counter. On previous visits on Saturday evenings around 5:00 pm, it was relatively empty. It has become a place of relaxation and enjoyment after my business trips. Thank you for the delicious meal. I will definitely visit again next time.

A while ago, on the way back with someone I went on a business trip with, we stopped for a meeting over a drink. There were various dishes to enjoy while lightly drinking and having a reflection session! They have a wide variety of sushi toppings, and you can also request your preferences. When you order sashimi (appetizer), it looks somewhat like sushi style as well. *I noticed this again when looking at the photos.

I received a flyer from this place. The fresh sashimi was delicious no matter which type I tried, and it even included high-quality ingredients at a reasonable price, making it a great value! The miso soup that came with it was also very tasty, with a rich clam broth and large pieces of clam that I really enjoyed. I would love to visit again.

I have been to the store in Osaka Uehommachi several times, and I found out that there is also one at Shin-Osaka Station, so I decided to go. The sushi here has a reasonable price, but when you mix and match individual pieces, the price can surprisingly add up, so it's better to order a set and add a little more if needed to get good value for money. The sushi is simply delicious!

Located outside the ticket gates of Shin-Osaka Station. If you're looking to eat sushi around Shin-Osaka Station, I think this place is great! I went around 6:00 PM on a Sunday and it was full. I waited for about 15 minutes, but it was worth it! Every piece of sushi was fresh and the cost performance was great!

I will be conducting research on Tekkadon (tuna rice bowl) in Shin-Osaka. Today, I was seated at a table at Sakana-ya no Maru Sushi at Shin-Osaka Station. I chose the "Medium Fatty Tuna Bowl (2,200 yen including tax)." While this is a sushi restaurant, Osaka often has Tekkadon shops like "Enji" in commercial facilities. At 2,200 yen including tax, I believe it offers good value. Sakana-ya no Maru Sushi Shin-Osaka Station Store 2nd floor, Alde Shin-Osaka, 5-16-1 Nishinakajima, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka 532-0011 Phone: 050-5487-9728

Sushi restaurant located in Arde Shin-Osaka at Shin-Osaka Station. It is run by a fresh fish store and is known for its freshness and cost performance. I have occasionally bought takeout from here, but this was my first time eating in the restaurant. They have counter seating where you can place orders directly with the chef. Prices start at 110 yen per piece, with the most expensive item around 600 yen. The pricing is slightly higher than conveyor belt sushi chains, but much more reasonable than traditional sushi restaurants. They offer Osaka-style pressed sushi and sashimi as well. I ordered a sushi set for around 2000 yen, which also came with miso soup. The chu-toro (medium fatty tuna) was delicious and overall, the quality was good for the price. It's better than the major conveyor belt sushi chains. It's convenient for when you want to quickly grab sushi at the station.

At the end of my business trip, I decided to have sushi at this restaurant located inside Shin-Osaka Station. The sushi and gin didn't really go well together, but when I paired it with pickled ginger, it was a good combination. [Access] Easy to access in the restaurant area of Shin-Osaka Station. [Good Points] Very convenient to get to.

After finishing a meeting, before heading back on the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka, I decided to have a drink. The yakitori restaurant in the underground mall was crowded, so I decided to skip it since smoking is allowed there. I found a sushi restaurant called "Uo-ya" with a wide variety of fresh sushi. I ordered a sushi set, a draft beer, and added some octopus tempura, yellowtail, salmon rolls, and a highball. The food was indeed fresh and delicious. It was a great meal! Thank you.

I stretched my legs around Shin-Osaka Station yesterday, and today I explored the station area for the fourth time. Since I'm not taking the train, I'm exploring the station area outside the ticket gates. Today, I was in the mood for Japanese food, so I searched online and found this sushi restaurant as my top choice for lunch in between dinner around 4:00 PM. As expected, it was empty. However, I was surprised when the staff told me, "We can't cook anything at this time." It turns out the sushi chef was on a break. I had planned to have sushi as my main dish, but having a variety of side dishes is also important. Feeling a bit disappointed, I left. And I felt a sense of urgency inside. Still in the mood for Japanese food, I thought of the famous Japanese restaurants in the area - Mimi Uo, Daruma, and Messy Kuma. I had already visited all three in the past. As I wandered around, I was drawn to the photo of grilled duck at the entrance of a restaurant called Shinobu-an, but they said they didn't have duck in stock, so I left. Next, I was intrigued by the raw bonito tataki at Yanaken Boo, but I left immediately due to their poor COVID-19 prevention measures. As time passed, it was almost 5:00 PM, so I reluctantly returned to the first restaurant. They said all items were available now. What was the point of all that wasted movement in the past hour? And then I placed my order. Instead of sushi, I chose Osaka's specialty pressed sushi. Even though it was the same mackerel, the pressed sushi was less than half the price of the roll sushi. It was surprising to see such a price difference for the same fish. And the summer tradition in Kansai, conger eel. I avoided the expensive boiled conger eel and chose tempura and sushi. As shown in the photos, I finally started eating. First, pickled water eggplant - a dish that captures the essence of summer in Kansai. And a red miso soup with half-cooked egg. You don't see this often in sushi restaurants. The grilled yellowtail collar was very fresh and juicy. I devoured it completely except for the bones. The minced tuna with green onions was a bit bland. Perhaps it was frozen? The seafood chawanmushi was full of ingredients and satisfying. And the two dishes of conger eel. The amount of conger eel was not that much, but I felt like I had completed a summer task as a Kansai person. Finally, the pressed sushi. It had been years since I last had it. It may not be as impressive as roll sushi, but it was satisfying with its simple taste. And I finished it all. I may have made some unnecessary moves, but I burned some calories and gained a better understanding of the restaurants in the station area, so I'll consider it a satisfactory outcome.

I think it was a special seafood bowl for 1958 yen. The actual dish looked slightly different from the menu photo, so I felt a bit anxious at first. However, when I tried it, every piece of seafood was delicious, the rice was just right and not too much. It was a great choice for my last meal in Osaka.

I stopped by a shop on my way home from work, and ordered a platter of all-natural sashimi, along with a draft beer. I asked to switch out the sea urchin in the platter since I don't like it, and they kindly accommodated my request. The replacement was fresh octopus, which was just as good as the sea urchin. I also ordered two pieces of salmon roe separately. The place seemed convenient for solo diners or salarymen stopping by for a drink after work. I will definitely use this place again when I'm on a business trip.

At Shin-Osaka Station, when you descend to the second floor via the central staircase from the Shinkansen ticket gate, you will come across a shop that stands out in the dining district of Shin-Osaka. It seems like the most prominent spot. It's a place I've been wanting to try out as it's on the way to transferring to the subway. With no idle time, it could also be a good alternative for snacks. It's small, but there's a counter where you can just grab 5 or 6 cans, which creates a welcoming atmosphere. The colorful digital board menu on the storefront catches your eye. In addition to a la carte options, there are affordable service sets available, such as the all-tuna set, seafood bowl, seafood pickled bowl set, chirashi, and eel chirashi, displaying unique sets that make you feel like trying something different. Today, I ordered the all-natural set at a table seat, and it was served promptly in about 5 minutes. I immediately dug in, thinking that sushi restaurants have to be like this. While the set menu is innovative, the nigiri sushi is made with traditional Edomae style, using sushi toppings that are satisfying and have a warm touch. With its see-through glass windows allowing a view of the interior from the aisle, the casual vibe of the restaurant makes it easy to enter. It seems like a place that can be used even during short breaks before catching the Shinkansen.

In February of the 4th year of Reiwa, the operating hours are from 10:30 to 22:30. The Satisfaction Set includes 13 pieces of nigiri sushi and miso soup for 3,278 yen. This set is recommended by the restaurant and the sushi is delicious, but personally, I wish there was a bit more volume. Unlike other sets that come with red miso soup, the Satisfaction Set comes with miso soup, which is also appreciated.

A sushi restaurant that caught my eye at Shin-Osaka Station. I let them know in advance that there was a type of sushi I didn't like, and they kindly replaced it with something else. Everything was in easy-to-eat sizes and delicious. It was great that the nigiri set came with red miso soup too. ◎