After playing in Shibuya, I got hungry but didn't feel like drinking heavily, so I decided to have some quick sushi! I had to wait in line for a bit, but the rotation was good so I got in quickly. I had beer and green tea mixed with shochu as my drinks. I tried three types of nigiri sushi with shrimp (including shrimp head miso soup), sea urchin, salmon roe, and wasabi roll. Everything was delicious. There were many foreigners and the staff were used to dealing with them. It's nice to be able to eat quickly and leave.

I have reached 4000 reviews of restaurants, which is a personal milestone for me. I never thought I would continue using Tabelog for over 10 years, so I am truly grateful. I appreciate everyone who likes and comments on my posts, as well as my followers, even though I may not always be able to respond. Thank you for your support. Now, for this special occasion, I decided to review a casual standing sushi bar chain. I ordered the "Shun" lunch set for 1000 yen, which includes 10 pieces of seasonal sushi. There is also a more expensive "Miyabi" set for 1100 yen with 12 pieces, but it didn't include the eel that I wanted, so I chose the former. The sushi was made right in front of me by the chef at the standing bar. Each piece was decently delicious, comparable to 100 yen sushi. However, what stands out is the convenience of being able to quickly enter and leave without having to wait for a long time, unlike at Kura Sushi or Sushiro in Shibuya. The octopus and eel sushi were particularly impressive. The eel was not only what I wanted, but it also tasted really good. With some pieces worth around 200 yen, getting 10 pieces for 1000 yen is definitely a good deal.

I visited the restaurant after 9 pm. I was attracted by the half-price sushi sign and decided to give it a try. It's a budget-friendly sushi restaurant where the plates don't rotate. I ordered the special assorted sushi. The food arrived at my table in about 30 seconds. The prices were reasonable, but some of the sushi was delicious while others were a bit watery. It might be a good place for those who are not familiar with sushi restaurants and want to go casually. However, the cost performance is not great, and it may feel a bit expensive. I wouldn't recommend it and I'm not sure if I would visit again.

In Shibuya, there are some casual standing sushi restaurants where you can easily pop in when you suddenly feel like eating sushi. One of them is recommended for their green tea mixed with sake. You can order various types of sushi while enjoying the drink! I think sushi might be my favorite food, haha. The herring roe had firm and delicious grains, and the medium fatty tuna was a big hit that day! It was like eating fatty tuna, even though it was medium fatty tuna. I know not everyone does this, but when I have really delicious tuna, I eat it without dipping it in soy sauce. That way, the natural sweetness of the tuna stands out against the taste of the rice and it's really delicious. I will definitely go there again casually.

Today's lunch:【First time】Standing sushi bar, the chef made each piece perfectly and they were all delicious. Plus, it was reasonably priced and I would definitely come back. Normally, it's 2 pieces per type of sushi, but for the more expensive ones, they allow you to order just 1 piece. The last dish, seared salmon, was supposed to be 2 pieces, but I couldn't resist and ate one before taking a photo. They were all tasty, but the fatty tuna (2nd picture) was the best. Sushi is usually ordered by the piece, but I found conflicting information online about whether 1 piece is called "nigiri" or "kan". So, I'm writing in pieces to avoid confusion. Shibuya, Dōgenzaka. Highlights: Japan's best fatty tuna, seared gizzard shad, medium fatty tuna, tuna with green onion battleship, seared salmon. Total: 1,600 yen. #PotatoHead #PotLunch #Today'sLunch #ShibuyaLunch #ShibuyaGourmet #ShibuyaSushi #DōgenzakaLunch #DōgenzakaGourmet #Sushi #SushiLunch #StandingSushiBar #FishSushiJapan'sBest #FattyTuna #SearedGizzardShad #MediumFattyTuna #TunaWithGreenOnionBattleship #SearedSalmon #WillReturn

It seemed a bit intimidating to enter, but I really wanted to try it, so in the end a male friend took me there for lunch. Most people were ordering the "Shun" set at 10 pieces, while others chose the "Miyabi" set at 13 pieces. A girl came in alone and the staff at the sushi restaurant were incredibly kind, giving her detailed explanations about the menu and how to make tea. It was a very welcoming place for women. The rice was not too much, making it easy to eat. Normally, you would get 2 pieces of sushi at a time. It's not a super cheap conveyor belt sushi place, but since it's standing only, the prices are reasonable. The showcase displays all the sushi with the names of the fish written in front, including English translations, making it easy for everyone. The spring seasonal sushi was delicious. Lunch is a good deal, available from 11:00 to 17:00 for sushi. It's great to have this option.

Shibuya Center-gai's standing sushi restaurant, Uogashi Nihonichi, is my favorite delicious sushi spot! Since it's a standing restaurant, you can quickly order and enjoy your sushi, then head back into the bustling streets of Shibuya feeling great. It's awesome! I had the Galisawa, Negitoro Umezu, Aburi Engawa Ponzu, Aburi Salmon Mayo, Chutoro, and they were all delicious. The popular option is the 880 yen customizable seafood bowl, which is a great deal.

I came here after a long time. The last time I came was before the pandemic, over 2 years ago. They have acrylic boards and transparent vinyl sheets for protection. Now, time to eat! [Nigiri, total ¥2200] Winter's three kings, seared silver cod, oyster battleship, foie gras battleship, tuna akami, seared shrimp mayo, salmon belly, seared salmon belly, seared "whatever" (lol). You can enjoy the difference in deliciousness between raw and seared salmon belly. And the reliably delicious seared shrimp mayo with its junk food-like tastiness. Overall: Being a standing counter, you can enjoy the freshly seared sushi, which is great.

Standing sushi in Shibuya! The lunch set comes with a miso soup which is a great deal. The fish is fresh and reasonably priced. The tuna had a bit of sinew that was noticeable. I also ordered extra yellowtail which was fatty and melted in my mouth. I then ordered grilled conger eel with salt which brought out the flavor of the eel with its smoky taste and salt. Salt is definitely tastier than sauce. For rolls, I made my own hand rolls. It's a shame they don't offer thin rolls. The chopsticks are in a box with dividers for COVID-19 safety, but in some areas, it's hard to grab them and you may need to ask someone nearby for help. It would be better if they just handed out the chopsticks from the beginning.

I revisited the sushi chain restaurant "Uogashi Nihonichi Tatebue Sushi Shibuya Dōgenzaka Store" after a long time due to a stopover in the Shibuya area. I visited around 9 pm on a Tuesday, and was able to enter smoothly without having to wait. I ordered the recommended 4-piece set by the manager. The manager's recommended 4-piece set for that day included rare "Ojisan" sushi, striped jack, sandfish, and medium-fatty tuna battleship sushi. The total bill was ¥750 for the set. In addition, I also ordered 2 pieces of whelk for ¥250, 2 pieces of seared cured mackerel with lemon for ¥250, 2 pieces of herring roe for ¥200, 2 pieces of grilled squid with ginger for ¥150, a small draft beer for ¥390, and a lemon sour for ¥200. As for the taste, all the sushi was fresh, and the "Ojisan" sushi was particularly delicious with its mild white meat flavor. Surprisingly, the best value for money was the grilled squid. In conclusion, this standing sushi restaurant is perfect for a quick sushi fix, with fresh sushi and reasonably priced drinks. Thank you for the meal! I will definitely visit again if I have the chance!

Do you know the name of the station next to the private railway terminal station? It seems that the neighboring stations of the terminal station include famous places as well as unexpected hidden gems in the city. Let's explore the neighboring private railway terminal stations that are connected to the Yamanote Line. While visiting the neighboring stations, let's also enjoy some meals. The target budget is 2,000 yen. It's a casual hobby, so please take it easy (Yurushi... enjoying in a relaxed manner without much effort). I visited two famous neighboring stations. First, I aimed for Daikanyama Station on the Toyoko Line. I first arrived at Shibuya Station and headed to the east exit bus terminal. It's still under construction, so it changes little by little every time I visit. Looking up, there are only new buildings around. I don't even bother to remember the names of the buildings, I just think they're amazing! I know that the Tokyu Bunka Kaikan, where I went on a planetarium date with my wife, has become the Hikarie (how about that). I heard that there used to be Namikibashi Station before Daikanyama Station, so I walked along the Shibuya River (Reverse Street) to see if I could find any remnants of the station. Although I didn't find any remnants of the station, leaving the bridge piers as objects gives a nice touch. From the end of Reverse Street, I turned right towards Daikanyama Station. As I walked, I noticed that the atmosphere changed around the JR overpass. The town's atmosphere is indeed different. If you showed photos of the town without mentioning the name, it would be clear that it's different from Ikebukuro or Shinjuku. There are many sloping alley staircases in the town, making you want to climb them. It seems that the station was built from the valley of Shibuya towards the mountains. When I arrived at Daikanyama Station, I saw embassy names on the station sign! From there, I headed to Kamiyama Station on the Inokashira Line. I walked along a road that turned east from Yamanote Street. I passed by impressive mansions with names like Sarugaku-cho, Hachiyama-cho, and Minamidai-cho, which I had never heard of. I was smoothly overtaken by business people and ladies on kick scooters, something I've never seen in Nerima lol. Finally, I arrived at Kamiyama Station. I wonder if there used to be a spring here since "Kami" means spring in Japanese. It would be interesting to look up the origin of the name. However, these two stations were not at all remote, but rather stylish town stations lol. I climbed the alley staircase next to the tunnel towards Shibuya. The town's face has completely changed. It's amazing how many fancy hotels there are! Even though it's in the morning, a few groups were saying "we're going to a nice place" and disappearing lol. Finally, I felt relieved when I found a restaurant with a hundred stores. Now, let's have lunch! (Walked 9,603 steps) Ramen and meat dishes are tempting, but I feel like I want to (just mentally) go on a diet. I don't have the money to go to a place like RIZAP. So I found the reliable Uogashi Nihonichi. I have used it several times at Ikebukuro East and West exits and have always enjoyed the food. The sushi made by the chef is very delicious. The balance between the rice and the toppings is good. This time, I had the "Shun" lunch menu for 850 yen (tax included) which came with 10 pieces of sushi and a miso soup. You can choose 2 pieces of your favorite toppings. For lunch, you get 10 pieces, so it's a great deal. I had squid, lean tuna, white fish, salmon, horse mackerel, sea bream, bonito, conger eel, seared fish, and egg. I thought about adding 1-2 more plates if I was still hungry, but I was satisfied. The miso soup was freshly made and very delicious, with the fish not falling apart. Thank you for the meal. Seibu Line = 210 yen x 2 = 420 yen Yamanote Line = 168 yen x 2 = 336 yen Uogashi Nihonichi lunch = 850 yen Total 1,606 yen Stayed within the budget for exploring the town. I wish I could have had a beer (disappointed).

I discovered a standing sushi restaurant in Shibuya when I was short on time! They have two lunch sets available only on weekends and holidays: - Kaede nigiri set (10 pieces) for 980 yen - Aoi nigiri set (10 pieces) for 1280 yen, which includes medium fatty tuna, red shrimp, and salmon roe, making it luxurious. However, today's recommended white fish set of 3 pieces is on sale for 300 yen instead of 450 yen... - Kaede nigiri set (10 pieces): The freshness of the sushi is satisfying. Some pieces were a bit too cold, but overall, they were delicious and enjoyable. - Today's recommended white fish set of 3 pieces: It includes red snapper, horse mackerel, and Spanish mackerel. I love white fish, so I was satisfied. However, I feel that the unique deliciousness of white fish can be fully appreciated when it's cooked rather than served as sashimi. The restaurant is small, so sometimes the staff bump into customers while passing by. Despite this, I was able to enjoy my meal casually and feel very satisfied with the standing sushi experience.

OPEN I have been eating here since the beginning (lol) It's cheap and delicious. My favorite is the seared fatty tuna with mayonnaise! It's a fantastic B-grade sushi that you won't find in high-end restaurants! I love it! The rice size, hardness, and seasoning are just to my liking. They also have a variety of seasonal recommendations every time. It's totally worth it at this price! Thank you for the meal today!

A small cozy shop with fresh ingredients and warm sushi rice. The quality is on a different level compared to conveyor belt sushi chains like Sushiro or Kura Sushi. It's a popular spot, so customers keep ordering, making it seem busy. Don't hesitate to order, even if it looks busy. I happened to sit next to three men who were monopolizing the chef, but I still got my order of 8 pieces. The fresh mackerel was 250 yen, with a firm texture and exceptional flavor. The sardines were also tight and fresh, showing their quality. Both the taste and price were satisfying.

Today, I visited the standing sushi chain restaurant called Uogashi Nihon-Ichi at the Dojogenzaka branch in Shibuya. It was close to TOHO Cinemas Shibuya. By the time I realized, it was almost 5 pm and I had missed lunch, so I decided to order a la carte since lunchtime was over. Most menu items require ordering in pairs, so I had to carefully choose my selections. The chef recommended the sea bream for white fish, so I started with that. The natural sea bream was indeed delicious. Here is what I ordered: Sea Bream, Japanese Halfbeak, Spanish Mackerel (lightly seared), Horse Mackerel, Medium Fatty Tuna (1 piece), Salmon Roe (1 piece). The sea bream and horse mackerel were delicious, while the Spanish mackerel and salmon roe were a bit disappointing. Overall, there was a mix of good quality and mediocre items. I found it tastier than the restaurant in Shibuya Center-gai. I paid with PayPay.

The standing sushi restaurant has a simple setup but the variety is impressive with about 30 types of sushi ranging from classic to seasonal options. The sushi is served in pairs and arrives quickly. It's fun to stand in front of the display case and choose your sushi visually.

I had booked a hotel in Shibuya in anticipation of the train not running due to a typhoon, but where did the wandering typhoon go? By the time I entered the hotel, it was just drizzling. A bit anticlimactic, but at least I could go out for a meal. So, I wandered into Center Gai, but isn't there still a COVID alert? Why are there so many people here? The standing bars are overflowing with people... I don't want to go into such crowded places... Where can I feel safe to enter...? After a while, I came across a sushi stand that used to be popular but was now empty. I decided to go in for a change. I sat at the counter and ordered the evening drink set, choosing a draft beer. The set included items like clam sushi, seared salmon, squid, and negitoro. I quickly finished the set and switched to a green tea highball. From here on, let's order what we like. I got saury, whelk, seared gizzard shad, and yellowtail sushi. Each order came with two pieces, so I was starting to feel full. There were no particularly outstanding items that day, but the negitoro sushi from the evening drink set was delicious, so I decided to end with a yellowtail sushi instead of my usual leaf wasabi. I didn't feel like leisurely drinking sake in Shibuya yet, but maybe I'll visit this place again since it's not crowded with foreigners at the moment. It's a convenient spot for when you're short on time before the last train or staying overnight in Shibuya. I'll definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal.

Fish is the best in Japan! I often go to the standing sushi bar, there was one in Shibuya too. I realized that the taste really changes depending on the sushi chef who makes it! It's just a slight difference, but I felt that the sushi at the store I always go to tastes better. Still, Japan's number one for easy and delicious sushi. I'm always grateful.

Last week, I suddenly felt like eating sushi after a conversation about it. I love sushi all year round, but I don't go out for it very often. The conveyor belt sushi restaurant near my office had closed down, which was disappointing, but I found another one after searching online. I think this restaurant used to be in Edogran as well. I remember hearing about standing sushi for the first time and being skeptical. I didn't think it would fit the image of high-end sushi. When I think of standing eating, I usually associate it with train station soba noodles. However, standing sushi has become quite popular now, alongside conveyor belt sushi. The area near Shibuya Station is gradually returning to normal. Excited to eat sushi, I headed out. The standing sushi restaurant only had counter seating in a nearly U-shaped layout. When we arrived around 12:30 pm, it was almost full, but by the time we left, it was empty. I'm not sure if it was due to COVID-19 or if Shibuya is just not that crowded around noon. The lunch menu had three options, and I chose the most affordable one called "Shun." The lunch menu also allowed ordering from the regular menu. Sushi pieces were placed in front of us one by one. The "Shun" set had 10 pieces of traditional sushi like tuna, octopus, salmon, squid, etc. There was also a delicious eel dish that was torched with yuzu sauce. I remember having foie gras at Kyobashi, but it wasn't on the menu this time. We also ordered a set of three seasonal fish for about 300 yen. The rice portions were not large, but they were satisfying. It was a great place to enjoy affordable and casual sushi. Writing this review makes me crave sushi again...

I went to Shibuya to introduce a business partner to a related company, and we planned to visit "Shunkashuutou" on Dojuzaka with the intention of treating them to the "Bucchigiri Sushi Special Selection 15 Pieces for 800 yen." However, to our dismay, the restaurant was closed down. I wondered if it was due to the impact of the coronavirus. It was heartbreaking to see a long-standing establishment that had been in business for over 30 years suddenly gone. I had boasted about the "cheap and delicious sushi" to my business partner, so I was at a loss for words. I spotted a sign for "Standing Sushi Fish Market, Japan's Best" and decided to go in. Despite it being a standing sushi bar, I ordered the lunch special "13 pieces of sushi for 980 yen tax included" for the two of us. We enjoyed the sushi, which was small but delicious, and my business partner was pleased with the quality and value. However, I regretted inviting them to the sushi restaurant after learning that they often go to a sushi place in Omiya, as their workplace had moved from Kawaguchi to Omiya and they live in Kasukabe.