A bit expensive but delicious. The herring sashimi was amazing. I ended up eating too many delicacies and now I'm full! Delicacies are the best. The abalone sashimi was also delicious, I was full before the sushi came! Haha The person making the sushi was friendly and answered all my questions. I can't wait to visit the local Masazushi in Otaru!

One of the famous restaurants in Otaru is Masazushi. You don't have to travel all the way to Otaru just to enjoy their delicious squid sashimi. It's the best! I really want to try it in Otaru though. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very mature, and it's great to be able to enjoy delicious sushi in a calm environment. We are truly living in a good era now. ^ ^

I had some Takashimaya points saved up and feeling frustrated with work, so I decided to visit a sushi restaurant in Otaru. Otaru is known as a sushi town, but my previous visit left me with a somewhat disappointing memory. I remember thinking that Hakodate's Kihara and Sapporo's Sushi were better. I thought it might be a touristy place. I also remember feeling let down when I did a sushi crawl in Otaru, but I convinced myself that it was because it was a lunchtime visit. So, this time I decided to use my points for a visit. My memory was correct - the freshness was there, but the flavors were a bit weak for various ingredients like herring, surf clam, golden eye snapper, gizzard shad, and sculpin. The size of the sushi was good, so I ended up having two pieces at 2,100 yen each. I also had two beers and a sake, totaling 28,000 yen including tax. Well, it was good that I used my points. But I really wanted to have sushi before heading back today, so it's fine! The foreigner sitting next to me was asking if they had Juyondai sake, which was quite interesting to me.

When I went to Shinjuku Takashimaya, I used to go to Muradon, but it closed down, so I went on a new restaurant search journey (a bit exaggerated lol). Today, I went to Otaru Masazushi on the 14th floor. Since I couldn't make a reservation in advance, I had to standby from 10:30 am and finally got in when they opened at 11 am!! It was my first time, so I chose the Shunka lunch menu. For the choice of sushi, they said they didn't have kinki, so both of us chose botan shrimp. We also ordered herring sashimi. The sushi lineup was like this: - Sea bream - Amberjack - Mackerel - Salmon - Scallop - Squid - Tuna - Shrimp - Botan shrimp - Gunkan The taste was delicious, but I felt the prices were a bit high.

Visited for the first time by making a reservation for the most popular lunch option at 11 am on a regular day. Another scorching day... started with a Highball from Yoichi. The appetizers and squid somen were delicious, so I ordered a 150ml bottle. For sushi, I had soy-marinated salmon and sakura trout. I also had scallop, herring, botan shrimp, fatty tuna, botan shrimp head with miso and eggs, sea urchin, and salmon roe. I added on Ezo abalone, kohada, horse mackerel, horse mackerel, and snow crab. Although the sushi rice wasn't exactly to my liking, I thoroughly enjoyed everything. Particularly, the botan shrimp head with miso and eggs, sea urchin, Ezo abalone, and kohada left a lasting impression. The Highball was also well-made. The luxurious lunch ended in just one hour, and I settled the bill. It was a great experience. If you're looking to have sushi in Shinjuku, this is a great option.

I had been to the Ginza branch before, which was a really nice restaurant, so I made a reservation and visited the Shinjuku branch for the first time. I reserved a seat at the counter and the sushi was served all at once, three pieces at a time. The chef's explanation of the fish was barely audible, and the rice was small and not well-formed, making it difficult to savor. As soon as I finished one piece, the next one was already being prepared, so I couldn't eat slowly and enjoy the flavors. The rice was also not as good as the one at the Ginza branch. It was during lunchtime, so there was a bit of a line, and even when I was taking a photo, the chef, Sakamoto, seemed impatient for me to eat the sushi quickly. I have been to many sushi restaurants, but this was the first time experiencing something like this. From the moment I entered until I paid, it only took about 30 minutes, and despite the slightly higher price compared to regular sushi, I couldn't truly enjoy the meal. I don't think I will ever go back again.

I visited the newly opened Masazushi in Shinjuku Takashimaya. I had reserved the Otaru lunch course with 12 pieces of sushi. The meal started with a delicious kelp salad. The sushi included Kanpachi, Horse Mackerel, Salmon, Scallop, Octopus, Botan Shrimp, Fatty Tuna, Salmon Roe, Sea Urchin, Flying Fish Roe, and Egg. The Scallop and Botan Shrimp were particularly tasty. Thank you for the meal!

Otaru Masasushi Shinjuku Takashimaya store mesmerizes customers with top-notch ingredients and skilled craftsmanship typical of a high-end establishment. A must-try is the fatty tuna. While some may consider this luxurious ingredient unconventional, it is certainly not the case here. The fatty tuna melts in your mouth, offering a delightful and exquisite taste sensation that fills your entire palate. The sushi craftsmanship is exceptional, with each piece beautifully presented to enhance the joy of eating. Otaru Masasushi is highly recommended for those seeking the ultimate sushi experience.

Having their headquarters in Hokkaido, it's nice that they offer Sapporo's brand "Shirahonoka." The food is delicious as well. However, during lunchtime, the staff seemed busy and forgot to bring out the appetizer platter I ordered, so it arrived after the sushi, which was disappointing. I had also ordered a beer to go with it... The female staff apologized, but the male in charge seemed aware of the situation yet said nothing, which made me realize the restaurant's attitude. There are plenty of delicious sushi restaurants with similar prices. In the end, the deciding factor often comes down to the people working there.

I visited Otaru Masazushi for the first time in a while. It is conveniently located inside a department store and offers delicious sushi with fresh ingredients from Otaru. The herring sashimi was particularly delicious. It had been a while since my last visit due to the pandemic, and I noticed that there were fewer options and the atmosphere seemed a bit subdued. However, the taste was still excellent. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I visited this restaurant because it had a good reputation. I tried the lunch course, which included Hokkaido specialties like medium fatty tuna, botan shrimp, sea urchin, and salmon roe for 5,478 yen (tax included). Maybe my expectations were too high, but the appetizers were disappointing. The location at Takashimaya is convenient, but the restaurant seemed a bit overpriced.

I stopped by a sushi restaurant on the top floor of a department store in Shinjuku because I was tired from shopping. It was a Hokkaido-based restaurant. I thought I would just have a quick meal at the counter, but ended up eating too much. They still had Botan Ebi that day, so I enjoyed it with miso soup.

I made a reservation and visited the restaurant. There was a long line of people who didn't have reservations, so I think it's better to make a reservation. The atmosphere of the restaurant feels upscale, and the staff are polite, which left a good impression. As for the sushi itself, it was delicious but considering the price, I think the cost performance is not great. It might be worth it if you're being treated to a meal for business purposes or special occasions.

This time, I visited the recommended sushi restaurant "Otaru Masazushi" in Shinjuku. When looking for delicious sushi in Shinjuku, this is the place to go. It was my second visit, and you can read about my first visit here. The restaurant is known for using fish directly shipped from Otaru, so the sushi here is very delicious!! It may be a bit pricey, but with the main branch in Otaru and another branch in Ginza, you can expect top-notch quality. Located in the Shinjuku Takashimaya restaurant area, it's close to the station so you don't have to worry about the rain. The atmosphere of the restaurant is great, and the service is excellent. The quality of the sushi is top-notch, so it's highly recommended for those who want to enjoy really delicious sushi. Seared fatty tuna: 1,518 yen, Sea urchin: 1,210 yen, Conger eel: 858 yen, Salmon roe: 605 yen, Fatty tuna: 1,518 yen, Medium fatty tuna: 1,210 yen, Amberjack: 418 yen, Mackerel: 418 yen, Squid: 418 yen.

Located on the top floor of Takashimaya, this is the only sushi restaurant where you can enjoy fresh seafood from Otaru. The interior is luxurious, with a calm and tense atmosphere that harmonizes perfectly. The menu is omakase, priced at a discounted rate of 10,000 yen instead of 15,000 yen. The dishes included dishes like potato salad with shrimp broth, squid somen, hokke sashimi, abalone and tsubu sashimi, octopus and herring sashimi, hand-rolled sushi with seaweed and swordfish, and various types of nigiri sushi. Additional items like sea urchin, fatty tuna, conger eel, and egg were also added. Overall, it was a very enjoyable dining experience. Thank you for the meal.

I was looking for a delicious sushi restaurant nearby and happened to come across Otaru Masazushi, so I made a reservation and visited. We had a course meal on this day. The sushi and sashimi were fresh and satisfying! Especially the horse mackerel was delicious~^_^ Personally, the dessert pudding was also exquisite~ The atmosphere was luxurious and the service from the staff was great. I wish it was a bit more affordable so I could visit more often. I will definitely drop by again. Thank you for the meal! m(_ _)m

I couldn't resist the urge to eat sushi, so around 12:30, I decided to try my luck at SUSHI TOKYO TEN in Shinjuku Newman store, but as expected for a popular place, the line was too long so I gave up. Then I remembered there was a sushi restaurant in Takashimaya, so I headed to Otaru Masazushi. The restaurant was quite spacious with over 10 seats at the counter alone, and there were also several table seats in the back. [Order Course] Otaru Course: 5,478 yen [Menu] - 4 Appetizers: Wakame seaweed salad, Ume (plum) meat salad, Simmered red snapper, Cream cheese tofu - 11 Nigiri sushi + additional 4 pieces: Maitake mushroom, Red snapper, Octopus head, Scallop, Horse mackerel, Salmon, Botan shrimp with miso and egg, Botan shrimp, Medium fatty tuna, Sea urchin, Salmon roe, Engawa of sand flounder (additional), Alfonsino (additional), Black surf clam (additional) - 2 Other dishes: Tamagoyaki (rolled omelette), Soup - Sake: Saku Junmai Enotch, Shura Junmai Ginjo Fire Course The content of the course was neither good nor bad. The octopus head nigiri was interesting with its smooth texture and moderate chewiness, different from regular octopus. The additional order of engawa of sand flounder was thick, fatty, and delicious with a rich umami flavor that spread in the mouth. It was mentioned that it is not often available in the Kanto region and is directly shipped from Hokkaido, making it a valuable sushi option in the Kanto region. It was a shame that there was no information provided about the sake labels. Also, the additional order didn't seem to offer good value for money, as the total bill came to around 12,000 yen, so maybe it would have been better to have lunch at a slightly more upscale restaurant.

I went to Otaru Masazushi at Shinjuku Takashimaya for lunch. I ordered the "Goku" set (3278 yen including tax), which included an appetizer, seven pieces of sushi, and a soup. I asked to have the ikura (salmon roe) changed to something else because I don't like the popping texture, so they replaced it with botan ebi (shrimp) eggs and miso. However, I also didn't like this ingredient, so I couldn't eat it, which was a bit disappointing. The botan ebi, crab, and sea urchin were all delicious and melted in my mouth, so I was quite satisfied overall.

Sushi restaurant on the 14th floor of Shinjuku Takashimaya. It was my first visit. At the entrance, there were hand sanitizers and an automatic thermometer for temperature check, ensuring thorough infection prevention measures. I chose from the lunch menu, which seemed very reasonable. The counter seats were divided into groups of 2-3 people with stylish wooden partitions. The nigiri sushi had a light soy sauce glaze, so there was no need to dip it in a soy sauce dish, which was very convenient. They served 2 pieces of nigiri on a large plate. Each piece was fresh with a good texture of fish and just the right amount of rice. The only downside was that the fatty tuna seemed to be from the end part, not looking appetizing and had tough fibers, making it less enjoyable. Nevertheless, the service from the staff was excellent, and it was a relaxing and enjoyable dining experience.

Sometimes I feel like eating sushi, so as a reward for being tired of staying home, I decided to visit a sushi restaurant. I usually go to a different sushi restaurant, but it was closed until the end of September, so I visited a slightly more expensive one with some nervousness. I lined up about 10 minutes before opening, and even though I didn't have a reservation, I was able to get a seat. I ended up at the counter, which made me a little nervous. I ordered the lunch limited menu "MINATO" which included a flower basket appetizer assortment, simmered buri (yellowtail), cheese tofu, squid, umeboshi, seasonal small dishes, squid somen, and kazunoko, recommended 5 pieces of sushi (soi, shirasu, botan ebi, botan ebi miso, seared chutoro), uni and ikura bowl, clear soup, and fruit. The most memorable dishes were the squid somen and the shirasu sushi. The squid somen was marinated in a sauce mixed with sea urchin, allowing you to enjoy the sweetness and umami of both the sea urchin and squid at the same time. As for the shirasu sushi, shirasu is typically eaten in dishes like shirasu soba, sweet simmered shirasu, or in a simmered dish, so it was surprisingly delicious to have it as sushi. The overall atmosphere was quiet and comfortable due to the higher prices. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I was in the mood for sushi, so I visited this place. The interior of the restaurant has a high-class feel, and it has a nice atmosphere that would be suitable for inviting important friends. There were several lunch menu options available, but I decided to try the 10-piece sushi set with a choice of 1 additional piece and a soup for 3278 yen. I liked that I could choose the final piece of sushi. The sushi was served in sets of 2, starting with herring and red sea bream. It's rare to see herring sushi in a lunch set, but I found the raw herring to have a slightly off-putting taste. The set also included scallop, octopus, salmon, yellowtail, shrimp, flying fish roe, tuna (lean), and tuna (fatty). Instead of dipping the sushi in soy sauce, a brush-on soy sauce was provided. I think this type of sushi is meant to highlight the flavors of the ingredients, but I personally felt that the taste was a bit too subtle, and I wished they had provided additional soy sauce for those who prefer a stronger flavor. There were some minor service mishaps, which was disappointing, but overall, I was able to enjoy a good lunch in a pleasant atmosphere.