I visit this restaurant once a month, on my way back from the beauty salon when the line is not too long. On this day, the line was relatively short so I waited on the stairs halfway up. I was able to enter relatively quickly and sat at the counter. It took me a while to figure out where to put my belongings under the counter because it was deep. I ordered the usual, one serving. The option of having a smaller portion (1-5 servings) is also appealing. They efficiently place two pieces on the counter at a time for me to enjoy. Everything I eat here is delicious. The pickles and miso soup are also to my liking. The staff's greetings are pleasant, and the atmosphere is cozy. There are also many foreigners dining here.

During the coronavirus pandemic, I remember passing by a restaurant that was closed. However, when I passed by recently, I noticed that they had reopened. My trip to Izu was canceled due to Typhoon No. 7, but on the last day of the Bon holiday, I called around 11:00 and found out that they were open. When I arrived around 11:50, the restaurant was full and I had to wait in line. I ordered 1.5 servings of sushi and "Kagetora" sushi set. I was asked to wait for about 15 minutes. After about 10 minutes, I was able to sit at the counter. The "Kagetora" sushi set arrived quickly, followed by the sushi rolls before I even finished the sushi. The meal ended with a rolled omelette. It was delicious.

I visited the restaurant around 12:10 on Saturday. The location of the shop is a bit hard to find, but it is on the 3rd floor of a shop at a crossroads. There were already about 5 customers lined up, and I waited for about 20 minutes. The menu offers servings for 1 person, 1.5 people, and a special limited to 10 servings. This time, I ordered the 1.5 servings, which was said to be cost-effective. Since I was seated at a table, they served all the sushi at once. The fish was fresh and tender, making it delicious sushi. The shrimp was a bit dry, which was the only disappointing part. You can choose the amount of rice, and even when I chose normal, there was a lot of rice, so I recommend getting less rice for women or those who don't eat much. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant because I heard their lunch was cheap, but they had a limited special sushi set with only 10 servings available. I decided to order the special set without hesitation. Despite the counter being full, the sushi chef worked efficiently and the quality of the sushi was excellent. I was satisfied with the special sushi set and a draft beer. Total: 5,500 yen.

Visited on Saturday at 12:30 and waited for about 30 minutes. If you go before 12:00, you can get in smoothly, but after 13:00, it seems to be quite crowded. Once seated, they serve sushi one after another, and the operation is very smooth. The taste is excellent and it's a favorite restaurant with great cost performance. For some reason, there are a lot of foreign customers, which is a characteristic feature.

I arrived around 11:50 am on a regular day and became the first customer in line just as a table became available. The turnover was quick, and I was able to be seated within 10 minutes. I ordered the lunch set for 1.5 people (1800 yen). The sushi, served in sets of 2 to match my eating pace, was delicious. I was grateful for the effort of the restaurant to provide this quantity at this price. The interior of the restaurant was small but clean, and the service was excellent. Overall, I was very satisfied with my lunch. As I left, there were about 3 groups waiting in line, so I was lucky to have entered at just the right time.

I ordered 1.5 servings. The sushi rice was normal but on the larger side, filling up my stomach. The tuna was soft and delicious. The squid, egg, and salmon roe were all great, finishing off with a roll. It came with miso soup for 1,800 yen, which is a great deal for this quality of sushi! It's a nice option for a slightly luxurious lunch. I'm curious about the premium option for 4,500 yen. I visited around 12:30 and didn't have to wait on a weekday. Personally, I'm considering getting the premium or 1.5 servings with less rice next time. Also, I was surprised to find sushi in a place like Cat Street. I wonder how long it's been there.

Around 2:00 PM on Sunday, there were about 2 groups waiting in line. Most of the people were foreigners, but they were all well-mannered. I had 1.5 times the amount of 1800 yen worth of sushi and I was full. It was a happy experience to be able to eat delicious sushi at this price in Harajuku.

😊😊Meiji Jingu-mae Sushi Sanaka, rated 3.43, price range 1000-2000 yen. "A rare sushi lunch option in the Meiji Jingu and Harajuku area." Located just a few minutes' walk from Meiji Jingu-mae, in a small building on the 3rd floor off Cat Street. I couldn't resist my sushi cravings during my lunch break from work at a nearby clinic. 【Atmosphere】The entrance is a narrow staircase leading up to the 3rd floor. A bit hard to find. Inside, there is an L-shaped counter and private table seating. The owner warmly welcomes you. 【Food/Price】Listed below is the menu from my visit. Items that stood out to me are marked with ○ or ◎ ☺️ ------------------------------------------------------- ️Chef's Choice Lunch 1.5 servings, 12 pieces + roll + soup 1800 yen ------------------------------------------------------- Much tastier than chain sushi restaurants. The sushi rice is vinegar-based and the sushi is well-balanced. The sushi is served quickly, so you can finish in 20-30 minutes. 【Reservation】I visited without a reservation and it was almost full. About half of the customers were foreign tourists. 【Summary】A great place for a quick and delicious sushi meal in the Harajuku area! It was delicious! Thank you for the meal! #Gourmet #TokyoGourmet #HarajukuGourmet #Food #TokyoFood #HarajukuFood #Rice #TokyoRice #HarajukuRice #Lunch #TokyoLunch #HarajukuLunch #Sushi #TokyoSushi #HarajukuSushi #UmeLogTokyo #UmeLogFish #Follow #Tabelog #ConnectWithFoodies #ConnectWithSushiLovers #ConnectWithSakeLovers #Sushi #TokyoSushi #HarajukuSushi #Sanaka

I got my hair cut and feel refreshed. It's 1 pm now! Time for lunch. All the popular places are crowded with tourists, including gyoza, udon, and Thai food. I don't feel like waiting in a long line, but there are no chain restaurants around. Luckily, I found a sushi place today that wasn't crowded. I ordered the "1.5 servings of nigiri" for 1,800 yen, which seemed cheap. The sushi chef made 12 pieces and a roll in front of me. Each piece was delicious and I was impressed. The sushi lunch was a great deal, with plenty of rice and I left feeling satisfied. It was delicious! Thank you for the meal.

I visited the restaurant on a Saturday before 1 pm. I was prepared to wait in line, but luckily I was able to get in without waiting. The place was packed the whole time I was there, so it seems like it's better to be prepared to wait on weekends. In addition to the 8-seat counter, there is also a private room in the back, so it seems convenient for dinner as well. This time, as it was my first visit, I ordered 1.5 servings of sushi (1,800 yen). The price was a bit higher than I had expected, but for 12 pieces of sushi, a roll, and a soup, the cost performance was very good. I was told that the rice portion was on the larger side, so I was asked if I wanted a smaller rice portion. I ordered the smaller rice portion, which turned out to be the right choice. The sushi chef was working alone but the service was speedy. The sushi was served 2 pieces at a time. The sushi toppings were all quite good, but I didn't encounter any that were exceptionally delicious. However, considering the location and price, the cost performance is excellent. The fact that the lunch prices are the same on weekdays and weekends is also appreciated. I would like to visit again.

The restaurant is located above a vegetable store, and you enter from an outside staircase, making it feel like a hidden gem. The seating consists of a counter and tables, but larger individuals may find it quite cramped. The head chef is very kind. The sushi is all delicious. I would like to go back again. The rice portion is on the larger side, so next time I'll remember to ask for less rice.

I had a serving of sushi. A serving is 10 pieces for 1350 yen, and it is delicious with good value. I thought the amount of rice was a little too much for the sushi. I think it would be even more delicious if it was less. The location is hard to find, and there is no sign, so you have to look it up to find the shop.

About 7 years ago, I visited "Aoyama Sanaka" and was very impressed by how delicious it was, so I decided to visit the restaurant again after a few years. The restaurant is located on the 3rd floor of a mixed-use building, and even though there is no sign, it is said that there can be a line on weekdays. I wanted to make a reservation in advance, but they do not accept reservations for lunch. Also, the price for the premium course has increased from 3,000 yen to 4,500 yen. A bit disappointing, but it's understandable. I arrived around 1 pm on a Sunday and was able to order the limited special course, limited to 10 servings. I started with a toast with beer. Perhaps due to the location in Harajuku, there were many foreign customers that day. The sushi is served omakase style and is delivered relatively quickly. You can also order additional pieces of your favorite toppings. The engawa (fluke fin) was impressive when I first visited, and it was consistently delicious this time as well. The toppings are all high-quality, with the toro being elegantly sweet, the botan ebi (shrimp) being firm and bouncy, and the uni having no fishy smell and melting smoothly in the mouth. I had forgotten, but the sushi rice portion is quite large. I forgot to request smaller rice portions when ordering and ended up getting full without being able to order more. The premium course is 4,500 yen, but individual pieces are reasonably priced at 1,350 yen, 1.5 servings at 1,650 yen, and the chirashi bowl at 1,550 yen, making it a great value. I recommend trying it out! The prices increase in the evening, but I would like to visit for a more leisurely experience. Thank you for the meal!

I visited this restaurant for Sunday lunch around 1 pm. There is often a long line during weekday lunch hours, but I was seated right away this day. I ordered the 1350 yen set course and a 600 yen draft beer. The set included white fish (probably flounder), fatty tuna, lean tuna, shrimp, scallop, salmon, salmon roe, egg, shiso leaf, and fatty tuna roll. Everything was delicious, especially the juicy scallop. It's great that you can enjoy lunch at this high-end restaurant for this price. The location of the restaurant is a bit hidden, which adds to its charm. The lively and efficient movements of the chefs at the counter are also worth seeing. I will definitely be back again!

When looking at the reviews of a sushi restaurant in Tokyo that doesn't have a signboard, everyone seems to be saying two things in unison: "hard to find but great value for money." People are willing to go out of their way during lunchtime because it is worth it, and I also relied on Google Maps to get off the subway and find my way there. The location is within walking distance from Omotesando and Harajuku stations, but Meiji-jingumae Station is the closest. There is a small sign that says "Sanaka" on the stairs...! The restaurant is located deep in a residential area off Cat Street. And the signboard is technically there, but seriously hard to find. The only sign is on the door on the 3rd floor after climbing the stairs, saying "Sanaka SUSHI". I almost missed it. If it weren't for Google, I would never have found it. The lunch menu offers sushi starting from 1,200 yen per person. I arrived at the restaurant around 12:45 on a weekday. Even though I thought I had timed it after the lunch rush, there was still a line. The wait was about 15 minutes, and even after me, more customers kept coming in one after another. It truly is a popular restaurant as rumored. The lunch sushi options include 1,200 yen for one person, 1,500 yen for 1.5 people, and a special course starting from 3,800 yen. Since I was dining alone, I chose the most reasonable option at 1,200 yen. The miso soup arrived quickly, followed by 6 pieces of sushi - squid, tuna, shrimp, tuna, salmon, and scallop. I sat at the counter, and in front of me, there was a row of sake bottles lined up, making me really want to have a drink if I didn't have work later. The sushi was all delicious with just the right amount of shari, and each type of fish was really tasty. Afterwards, I had tamago, ikura, and a sushi roll. Despite the lack of a signboard at this sushi restaurant in Tokyo, and with the white wooden counter, it gave off a very expensive vibe, but getting all this for 1,200 yen is truly great value for money. The taste and service were excellent, and I thought next time I would come with family or friends to enjoy a leisurely meal and some drinks. The reason why customers keep coming despite the difficult-to-find location is because you can enjoy authentic Edo-style deliciousness at surprisingly reasonable prices. The next time I'm in Omotesando, I'll definitely visit again. By around 1 pm, it seemed like you could enter without waiting. Next time, I'll come at a different time. Note to self.【INFO】The restaurant mentioned here is "Edomae Sushi Aoyama Sanaka". Address: 6-14-1F, Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. Tel: 03-3498-3750.

At lunchtime, there is always a line at the little-known sushi restaurant in Jingumae, Edomae Sushi Aoyama Sanaka. We had a delicious seafood and sushi meal for our company's year-end party. The restaurant is located near Cat Street and has been around for a long time. The lunch menu offers great value for money, and recently there have been customers lining up at lunchtime. The omakase course in the evening usually costs around 15,000 yen on average. We started with oysters, which were large but delicious without any strong taste. The sashimi assortment included fresh flounder and turban shell, which were delicious. An appetizer of sazae cooked in dashi broth was served with the instruction to save the broth. While we were enjoying the sazae, delicious plump ginkgo nuts appeared. The sazae was transformed into rice seasoned with vinegar and was delicious, including the crispy rice at the bottom. The creamy white fish roe was devoured quickly, and the head of the fish had a moist and elegant flavor. We savored the salted mullet roe and pickled vegetables to fully appreciate the natural umami flavors. This time, we had more appetizers in our omakase course, so the sushi portion was just right. Nevertheless, we left feeling extremely full. We ended the meal with a comforting miso soup with seaweed. Edomae Sushi Aoyama Sanaka is a great place to enjoy authentic sushi in a cozy setting.

I went to a sushi restaurant located on the third floor of a mixed-use building in a back alley about a 7-minute walk from Harajuku Station. The interior of the restaurant has a counter and semi-private rooms at the back, with a simple and calm atmosphere typical of a local sushi restaurant. For lunch, I chose the 1.5 serving set for 1800 yen. The fatty tuna and flounder were delicious, with the fatty tuna melting in my mouth and the flounder being fresh and light. The shrimp and medium fatty tuna were also tasty, with the medium fatty tuna being rich and flavorful. The salmon had a sweet and fatty taste, and the scallop was thick and delicious. The salmon and seared fatty tuna were both great, with the salmon having a mild flavor and the seared fatty tuna being bouncy and delicious. The negitoro roll was packed with ingredients and tasty. I visited around 1 pm and the restaurant was full, but I was seated promptly. The chef prepares each piece of sushi in front of you, which is a nice touch. Overall, the fresh and generous servings, including a soup, for 1800 yen is a great deal. The restaurant is not very noticeable as it doesn't have a signboard, but it's a hidden gem worth revisiting.

It took about an hour to line up until the nigiri sushi came out at 12:30. It was a bit crowded and the wait was long. There were many foreigners. However, the quality at this cost performance is excellent. 1450 yen.

The shrimp was thick and the salmon roe, scallops, and seaweed were delicious! I ate 1.5 servings, but I got full halfway through, so I recommend ordering small portions of rice.