Due to various circumstances, I stayed in Tsukiji and did some research beforehand, relying on information from MyRebi-sama for a convenient and delicious place to eat. When I went to Toyosu, it was closed for the day (sweat). In the early morning at the Tsukiji outer market, there were few shops with lights on. In a narrow alley, there was a cozy little shop where four men and women were seated at the counter. In August 2023, there were many customers, with a reservation for a group of seven people. When I went at night, smoking was allowed, so please be aware. As I was alone, the staff from the counter side said, "It's okay, I'll squeeze in closer to you," and the regular customers who were already seated also made space for me to enter. The counter had five seats and was temporarily full. I ordered a Sapporo Lager beer, which came with a complimentary appetizer of simmered tuna and burdock - it was delicious with a rich flavor. While chatting with the old man next to me, he asked, "Where are you from?" I replied, "Saitama," and as we talked, it turned out that K-chan (the second-generation chef) had also lived in Saitama as a child. From Kawagoe? Was it Kumagaya? The female staff member also mentioned that she had lived in Higashimatsuyama. By the way, the young woman who came alone, Tsubame-chan, also mentioned that she had lived in Saitama. It seemed like a mini gathering of Saitama residents. I thought the woman next to me was with someone, but it turned out she was the wife of the old man, T-san, who was sitting on the other side (laughs). The assorted sashimi (2,000 yen) was all fresh - bonito tataki, scallops, squid, flying fish, sardines, sweet shrimp, and bluefin tuna toro. The bluefin tuna was delicious, and the sashimi was all fresh and tasty. The bluefin tuna had a strong umami flavor without being too acidic. When I mentioned this, someone said, "That bluefin tuna is from T-san's shop in Toyosu." Oh, really? Is T-san a tuna specialist? "Yes, he's from a tuna shop in Toyosu. Our tuna comes from T-san." It was nice to receive such praise. K-chan (the second-generation chef) had trained at a sushi restaurant in Ginza before opening his own sushi restaurant elsewhere. When the first-generation chef fell ill, he took over the shop. The first-generation chef has since recovered and was back at the shop. The nigiri sushi (1,700 yen) was popular with 1.5 portions for lunch (2,200 yen). It included bluefin tuna toro, otoro, flying fish on the side, scallops, tamago, raw bonito, and yellowtail toro, with a total of eight pieces. The nigiri was rustic but perfectly balanced, with fresh and thick toppings. The bluefin tuna was delicious, and the otoro was not too sinewy and very tasty. The flying fish was large and fatty, making it delicious. "Is this mackerel?" "No, it's sardines." K-chan quickly pointed out. The mackerel and sardines were delicious today, as mentioned. The bluefin tuna was also delicious. "K! Bring out some tuna!" T-san ordered, and we enjoyed some toro sushi rolls. It was amazing. "Are you going to keep drinking beer?" "I like sake, but I have to get up early tomorrow." "Then just one cup, on the house," T-san said, and we ended up having a cup of Hakutaka sake from Hyogo Prefecture. The fried white shrimp was probably complimentary - thank you. It was big and delicious. There were also two couples in the back, and it seemed that the customer base had changed slightly, perhaps due to social media influence. It used to be a shop where only old men went, but now the clientele was more diverse. Three beers at 700 yen each, totaling 2,100 yen. With the appetizers, the total came to 6,300 yen, which was a bit more expensive than a few years ago, but still relatively affordable for the Tsukiji outer market. It's nice to have sushi for lunch, but it's also great for dinner. It was a friendly and interesting restaurant. I would like to come back here again. It was nice to meet T-san for the first time. It was a very delicious meal. Thank you very much.

A shop located in a back alley outside Tsukiji market. Despite its difficult location, there is always a long line. The interior has two 4-person tables, one table for about 8 people, and a counter with about 4 seats. It fills up quickly and it takes longer than expected for the sushi to arrive, so the turnover is not great. The sushi pieces are beautifully presented with 1.5 pieces per serving. The fish is all fresh, as expected from Tsukiji. However, the amount of wasabi varies, with some pieces having too much wasabi while others have too little. The salmon barely has any wasabi, but the amberjack is overpowering. The shrimp and scallops also have strong wasabi. It's a shame because the fish is delicious. Next time, I might ask for no wasabi and add it myself.

Standing quietly in a bustling alley of Tsukiji Market, this place might have an unassuming exterior, but it offers flavors that exceed expectations. Fresh fish dishes, vinegared rice, and perfectly balanced wasabi are highlights, with reasonable prices. While they may not have high-end fish, it's still a place worth visiting. You can enjoy a draft beer and have a pleasant time with the friendly owner.

A shop located at the back of a narrow alley away from the crowds. Because it's a traditional small shop, not many foreigners visit. I highly recommend trying their 1.5 person sushi set for 2300 yen! It includes higher quality ingredients compared to the regular 1 person set. The staff is friendly and provides excellent service, which I love. I suggest visiting right after they open on weekdays.

Right after opening, as soon as you sit down, order 1.5 servings of nigiri sushi and it will be served in about 10 minutes. Each piece is carefully crafted, making it appealing not only for its high-quality sushi but also for its fast food nature. The slightly firm sushi rice and well-formed nigiri reflect the traditional craftsmanship of the past. The generous amount of wasabi adds to the chef's uncompromising spirit. Although the interior of the shop is far from clean, the nostalgic atmosphere of the downtown setting strangely brings a sense of calm. By the time we finished eating, there were about three groups waiting.

Today, there was a presentation competition as part of the first half of the in-house training. I participated among the younger generation and approached it naturally, thinking that it's no use for an old guy like me to try too hard at this point. The result was beyond my expectations and I was pleasantly surprised. Presentations are like duels, so no matter how it went, it was tiring. Feeling good, and since I was free tonight, I took the subway to Tsukiji. I arrived at the counter where the opposite table was almost full. I wanted to try sitting on the other side someday. I started with a highball, enjoying sashimi and deep-fried white shrimp as appetizers, reflecting on today's events. The scallops had a nice firm texture and the white shrimp was crispy and delicious. For sushi, I had 1.5 servings of nigiri with sujiko (salmon roe) and spear squid. The locals started to arrive, so I quickly finished my meal and left. It was a good day.

I suddenly went out for drinks and was invited to join. The location was a bit hard to find in the back streets, but it added to the excitement of visiting. Despite being fully booked, we were able to sit at the counter right away. We ordered sashimi, mackerel, white shrimp tempura, and beer. The sashimi was divided into individual portions for each of us, which was a thoughtful gesture. There was a variety of toppings, all very reasonably priced and delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I waited in line for about an hour in the hot weather to order the 1.5 servings of sushi for 2300 yen. I was unsure of what to order, but the 1.5 servings turned out to be a good choice. It seemed like a lot, but even women can finish it easily. The sushi was all fresh and delicious, with both medium fatty tuna and fatty tuna included, making it luxurious. However, the wasabi was very strong and occasionally made my nose hurt a lot. I usually like shrimp, but the yellowtail here had a great texture. I noticed some regular customers around me as well!

It was a regular weekday afternoon, but the small restaurant was packed with people. I ordered 1.5 servings of sushi and toro taku. The sushi had large rice portions and thickly sliced toppings, making it very filling. The toro taku had large pieces of toro and pickled radish, providing a satisfying meal. This restaurant offers good value for the price.

I visited an old-fashioned sushi restaurant in Tsukiji. We had to wait for about 15 minutes before we could enter during lunchtime. The sushi was generous in portion and very delicious with good freshness. It was crowded with tourists. I will definitely visit again.

It is a reasonably priced sushi restaurant near Tsukiji. I ordered 1.5 servings of nigiri for lunch, and it was quite satisfying for the price. It was funny when the customer who ordered shinko was told, "We don't have that here." It feels more like "Edokko sushi" rather than traditional Edomae sushi.

Visited around 11:30 on Sunday. There was some space available, so I waited a bit for the cleanup before entering. By 12 o'clock, there were a few groups waiting, but the food was served quickly so the turnover seemed fast. The restaurant had a fishy smell and lacked cleanliness, but the staff were friendly and energetic. The sushi pieces were large with small rice portions. They were firmly packed, with the fish and rice tightly together. The sushi was not delicate, more like a popular style, but the quality of the fish was noticeable. We ordered 1.5 servings of nigiri, toro-taku maki, and tempura, along with bottled beer, lemon sour, and highball, and we left feeling full.

Four of us visited the restaurant! I ordered one serving of sushi and everything was delicious, but the tuna was incredibly melt-in-your-mouth good! The sushi rolls were also very tasty, so I ended up ordering a bunch more! We went around 1 PM on Sunday and it wasn't too crowded, maybe because it's a bit away from the main shopping area, which was nice!

In the morning, I woke up early and got off the train in Tokyo just before 11 am on my way to a business trip. Tokyo Station was crowded with foreign tourists, and surprisingly, there were no empty coin lockers available! I moved to Akihabara Station, but the coin lockers lined up outside the ticket gates had disappeared. Eventually, I found multiple empty coin lockers on the second floor of the Sobu Line at Akihabara Station and stored my belongings there. It had been about a year since I last visited Tsukiji. The last time I had a gathering there was three years ago. It's been difficult to find the right timing for a gathering. (Well, you have to make time for it!) I wonder when Tsukiji started opening on Sundays. The market is usually closed on Wednesdays and Sundays, so it used to be closed even with many tourists around. It was my first time visiting on a Sunday. I arrived around 11:45 am, and there were seats available at the counter and inside. The staff seemed as cheerful as ever, which made me happy. The menu prices had increased by 200 yen since last year... The exchange rate was 139.4 yen/dollar. When will this unfair system be changed? Have foreigners truly given up on buying yen after understanding the value of Japan!? Wake up! Well, without complaining, I ordered the "sashimi set" for 1,800 yen. With so many options, it's better than tourist-oriented restaurants. The freshness of the fish was slightly lacking, perhaps because the market was closed, but I still enjoyed the variety of flavors and even had seconds of rice. It was satisfying. The Ginza pedestrian paradise was also enjoyable. I'm determined to organize a gathering soon.

Tsukiji Moto Tane "Nigiri 1.5 servings" Located in the back alleys of the Tsukiji outer market, the popular casual sushi restaurant "Moto Tane" stands in a downtown space that seems frozen in time, reminiscent of the Showa era. The master, who has been wielding his knife for over 50 years, says, "We are a place for food." Their specialty is the 1.5 servings of sushi. While one serving is normal, when you order 1.5 servings, a beautiful arrangement of 12 pieces of sushi will be served. The miso soup that comes with it is seasonal, and today's selection included bonito, horse mackerel, kanpachi, red tuna, flounder, scallop, squid, medium fatty tuna, fatty tuna, egg, eel, and shrimp in the center. The sushi is made with a touch of down-to-earth charm, and it is deliciously satisfying. The master is friendly, making it a delightful dining experience. Thank you for the meal!

I visited a sushi restaurant in Tsukiji on a regular day. I ordered 1.5 servings of nigiri while my friend ordered 1 serving. The sushi was delicious, with large toppings and satisfying portions. We were both very happy with our meal. Thank you for the delicious food!

I visited the restaurant alone before 12:00 on a weekday. Both the counter and the inside of the restaurant were full, and there was a group of foreign tourists waiting as well. I was leaning towards sitting inside the restaurant, but when a spot opened up at the counter, I was seated there. I was torn between ordering the sashimi set meal, nigiri sushi, or the mixed sushi bowl... I ended up ordering the mixed sushi bowl. The variety of fish seemed a bit lacking on this day, but considering the price compared to the seafood bowls that cost thousands of yen around Tsukiji, I think the cost performance is quite good! I couldn't help but be curious about the sashimi set meal that the person at the next table ordered... Above all, I felt that it was a very nice restaurant where foreign tourists and Japanese customers were chatting happily, and everyone seemed to be enjoying their meals with smiles on their faces. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant "本種" and it is located on the outskirts of Tsukiji market. The exterior has a retro feel and the interior is also quite charming, giving off a Showa era vibe. It's a hidden gem known by those in the know, with a strong following. We had lunch with 3 men, and ordered a variety of nigiri sushi including squid, fatty tuna, medium fatty tuna, ark shell, shrimp, sea bream, marinated tuna, yellowtail, sardine, bonito, eel, and tamagoyaki. We also added a toro and cucumber roll and a plum and shiso roll. The combination of taste and price makes this place very popular. It's cheap and delicious, truly a gem of Tsukiji market. I would definitely want to come back again. Isn't this a great restaurant?

The impression is that the cost performance has deteriorated somewhat compared to before, but it can be asserted that it is one of the few restaurants in Tsukiji where you can enjoy authentic sushi at a reasonable price. They must be able to achieve this by using seasonal ingredients. It seems to be featured in gourmet books from overseas, as there were more foreign customers and it was bustling. I forgot to take a picture, but the sujiko roll is incredibly delicious.

I lined up a little before 10 in the morning and was the first in line. There were quite a few people lined up before the store opened. It was worth finding the store and going all the way to Tsukiji. It was cheap and delicious. I ordered the Maru Chirashi for 1400 yen, but it had a lot of toppings and was great value for money! I was very satisfied. The sushi also looked delicious.