I went and ate a lot of my favorite "aka ebi" (red shrimp) dishes lol. I made a reservation but, as expected on a Sunday... even though it was 2:30 pm, I had to wait for 30 minutes. The air conditioning was freezing, it was so cold~ I hope they bring back the yuzu salt ramen!!! I can't forget that taste!!!

I arrived at the restaurant at 12 o'clock for lunch, but it was already full of customers waiting for a table. Luckily, I had made a reservation so I was able to get seated right away. The restaurant was clean and the sushi was delicious. I would have liked to try the shrimp and squid tempura. I will definitely visit again.

My wife, daughter, and I visited for the first time by car. All three of us were first-timers at Uogashi. When we arrived, we touched the panel at the reception to get our ticket and then found our seats on our own. We also used the touch panel to place our orders, which we found convenient and easy to use. There weren't many expensive items on the menu, which was great for those who like to eat a lot. Because of this, many families started coming in, and before we knew it, the restaurant was almost full! Thank you for the meal!

I stopped by around 1:00 pm on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at "Uobei Higashikurume Store." I only write articles when I try new types of sushi. It is part of the Genki Sushi Group. Here are some of the featured items: "Taste journey to Tohoku with Genki Sushi Group," "Autumn selected menu," "Mekabu Gunkan," "Whole spear squid," "Fried blowfish & octopus with onion mentaiko mayo, deep-fried squid tempura." I enjoyed delicious sushi at a reasonable price on that day.

On September 11, 2022, around 2:30 pm, I visited "Uobei Higashi-Kurume Store" located next to Super Marufuji Higashi-Kurume once again. Although I visit this place frequently, I only write about it when there are new menu items. The rotating sushi belt is no longer there, and the 100 yen sushi options are decreasing. I wonder what these types of sushi restaurants are called now. During this visit, I tried some limited-time menu items such as "Japanese Autumn Harvest Festival Menu," "Autumn Special Menu," "Grilled Squid Tentacles with Spicy Cod Roe Mayo," "Clam and Spicy Cod Roe Salted Salmon Roe," and "Red Squid Sushi." They were delicious.

I visited at lunchtime. I had a reservation so I was seated in about 10 minutes. The restaurant was full. It's an order-style sushi place where the express train delivers your order. Despite the current situation, they have a wide selection of 100 yen items, which I think is impressive. The quality of the fish and taste were average. However, I hope they improve their highball. They need to wait for the foam to disappear before adding more, otherwise it's almost half gone. Thank you for the meal.

I was at "Uobei Higashikurume Store" around 1 pm on August 1, 2022 (Monday) and tried the new summer menu items. The highlights included "Summer Select Menu Part 2," "Menu Summer Delicious and Affordable Neta Festival," and "Menu Uobei's Strongest Collaboration." I tried the Okinawan dish "Sea Grapes," as well as "Sea Grapes & Black Mirugai," "Grilled Sardine with Mentaiko Mayo," "Mentaiko Potato Gunkan," "Roast Pork Nigiri," and "Salmon with Negi Ra-yu and Pickled Ginger."

On June 25, 2022, around 1:45 PM, I went to the hospital for my monthly check-up and also got the pneumonia vaccine. In the afternoon, I went grocery shopping. Before that, I had lunch at a sushi restaurant called "Uobei Higashi-Kurume Store." They had a new menu item, which was okra tempura. I also tried their special 110 yen menu item, which was shrimp tempura roll. It was a good deal with a satisfying portion. I also ordered a sustainable menu item, Alaskan crab meat sushi for 140 yen. Overall, despite the increase in prices, I will continue to enjoy dining at this restaurant.

On June 14, 2022 (Tuesday) around 1:00 PM, I visited the familiar sushi restaurant "Uobei Higashi-Kurume Branch" on my day off. They had a special summer menu featuring three selected items: "Marinated squid nigiri," "Ume-suisha" (shark cartilage), and "Yodare chicken." The squid had a great texture and taste, while the shark cartilage had a unique texture with a hint of plum flavor. The Yodare chicken was surprisingly delicious, despite its unusual name. I also tried the "Maru de Uni-Gunkan" and "Maru de Sushi 3-piece assortment" from the "Maru de" series, which looked vibrant and appetizing. Lastly, I enjoyed the "Alaska crab stick with spicy cod roe mayo" from the sustainable product menu. Overall, the food was enjoyable, and I had a great dining experience at the restaurant.

I received a sudden notification that my daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren were coming to my house, and my son was also at home. For today's lunch, we decided to go to a non-conveyor belt sushi restaurant, which is a family-friendly chain where you order your food instead of it coming around on a conveyor belt. Unlike other conveyor belt sushi chains, this restaurant has a high ceiling and is quite bright. I thought there might be a bit of a wait for those in a hurry, but the food arrived quite quickly after ordering on the touchscreen. However, there is a limit to the size of the tray that moves the plates, so you can only order up to four plates at a time. The touchscreen for ordering is quite difficult to see. There are many different types of sushi available, but the size varies depending on the topping - tuna is large, while shrimp is quite thin. Well, considering the cost, it's understandable. I tried to take a picture of the sushi, but my two granddaughters kept getting in the way and I couldn't get a good shot. However, if you think of it as a theme park, it's actually quite enjoyable. I had a happy time surrounded by my grandchildren. Thank you for the wonderful meal!

I went to the Sushiro restaurant in Higashi-Kurume. I have been here a few times. Although there are other conveyor belt sushi restaurants, I come here occasionally. The taste and price are honestly not much different from other branches, but I come here when I want to change things up. The pudding here is delicious. I always have it. I also order side dishes quite often, and surprisingly, the ramen is good too. The sushi is not much different from others, but I always enjoy myself here. Thank you for the meal. I will visit again.

On November 23, 2021 (Tuesday), which was Labor Thanksgiving Day, a public holiday, I went to "Uobei Higashikurume Store" for a late lunch around 3:00 PM. I go there almost every week, so I usually don't write about it unless something has changed. But this time, the system had changed! The pickled ginger (Gari) that used to be on the table was gone, and now you can order it through a touch panel! It's a more hygienic system, but I can imagine it might be a hassle for the staff. Free Gari used to come around on a conveyor belt as a service, but now there's a sense of security with the new system. Speaking of Gari, have you ever wondered why it's called Gari? Gari is thinly sliced ginger pickled in sweet vinegar. It has a crunchy texture, a refreshing spiciness, and a sweet and sour taste. It's often eaten after a piece of sushi to cleanse the palate and remove any fishy smell, making the sushi taste even better. Some say the name Gari comes from the sound "Gari Gari" when you chew on the large ginger slices. In any case, it seems the name comes from the sound. There was a new sushi item on the menu - "Squid-filled, chewy texture" and "Chijimi sushi with green onion and chili oil." It was crispy and delicious, but maybe sushi needs rice to be complete, right? Uobei used to be a sushi restaurant after all.

On July 11, 2021 (Sunday), for lunch, I had 100 yen sushi at Uobei Higashikurume store. I tried to imitate a sushi dish I saw on TV, adding fried eggplant on top of a seafood salad with sushi ginger and sweet sauce. I also tried the hokke fry and seafood salad. Overall, the meal was decent and I may try it again in the future.

It was around 2:00 PM on Sunday, June 20, 2021 when I went to the familiar "Uobei Higashikurume" restaurant for lunch. I usually don't write articles about my visits there, as I go there frequently, but I do make exceptions for unique menu items. On this particular visit, I noticed some new and interesting items on the menu for the summer season. First up was the "Fried Eggplant," a dish that sings of summer as eggplants are in season during the summer months. Eggplant dishes come in various forms, but they always pair well with oil. Fried eggplant is delicious, and having it as sushi was a unique twist. Next was the "Plum Jelly Udon," a cold udon dish with the flavor of pickled plums. It was refreshing and perfect for when you don't have much of an appetite in the heat. I decided to make it even colder by adding some ice from the self-serve water station, which enhanced the flavor even more. I've been experimenting with creating my own sushi variations lately, like using tea powder or adding pickled ginger to the sushi. It's a fun way to enhance the taste a little bit. I usually order around 10 plates of sushi, which is just the right amount for me. After paying the bill, I noticed a sign on the restaurant's entrance that said "Non-revolving Sushi," which I found interesting as the restaurant has not had revolving sushi for many years. It was a small detail that caught my attention. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience with some new and exciting menu items to try.

It was around 2:00 PM on April 11, 2021 (Sunday) when I was having lunch at my usual spot, "Uobei Higashi-Kurume branch," enjoying their 100 yen sushi. I had a variety of blue fish sushi, such as herring and horse mackerel. Blue fish may have a slightly fishy or strong smell, but I always make sure to eat it as it is good for the body. I also had some seafood salad and their must-have "Wasabi Eggplant" to finish off the meal. I usually eat around 10 plates of sushi during my visit.

On March 21, 2021 (Sunday), I went to the "Uobei Higashikurume Store" for lunch as usual. This time, I tried the spring recommended menu which included a variety of shellfish, seared scallops with butter and soy sauce, and Matsusaka beef. I also had some natural horse mackerel which is good for the body and blood vessels. The portions were generous and the quality was good for the price. I will definitely visit again.

We had a sushi lunch with our family. We made a reservation online and were able to enter the restaurant quickly before it got crowded. My child's favorite medium fatty tuna sushi was only 140 yen per piece. It was reassuring to be able to eat various things freely with our family of three. My child finished with an ice cream topped with caramel sauce. In these difficult times when we can't go out much, it felt like a mini vacation near home. Thank you, Kaitenzushi restaurant.

On February 11, 2021 (Thursday), on National Foundation Day, during lunchtime... I visited the "Uobei Higashikurume Store" again, a restaurant that I have been to many times. I only write articles about it when there are interesting sushi limited-time specials or unique topics at the restaurant. Menu: "Fatty Pacific Herring" - "The fat is spread throughout the body, and when sliced with a knife, the flesh turns white." This seems to refer to Pacific Herring. Currently in Tokyo, there is a menu item that might make you think that not many people know about it - "Hatsubi Inari Menu." The nostalgic name caught my attention... "Hatsubi Inari" - I immediately ordered it because I was intrigued by the name "Hatsubi," regardless of whether it was delicious or not. "Hatsubi" refers to the "first day of the horse in February." This year, it was on February 3rd (Wednesday). There are activities associated with Hatsubi... As a child, on the eve of Hatsubi, we used to buy five-colored square flags, paste them together with glue, and prepare for calligraphy by grinding ink after dinner. It was like my own "Kakizome" (first calligraphy of the year) back then! When I was younger, I would write one piece, my father would write one, and my brother would write one. About 20 years ago, I started writing all three pieces myself. I remember writing "dedicated Inari Daimeijin" and the date and names of my family members at both ends. When I was younger, we were a family of nine (seven siblings), so it was quite a task to write everyone's names... On the day of Hatsubi, we offered red rice, simmered dishes, and other offerings to Inari-san that my mother made. There was also fresh-fried tofu. I wonder if there was also mackerel? Or was that for Ebisu-sama or Daikoku-sama? Usually, it snowed on Hatsubi, and the flags we painstakingly wrote would get wet and fall off a few days later... It was a very nostalgic event, but I haven't seen it much lately. Since my hometown was a farming family, I think they still offer Inari-san, but it seems they no longer display the five-colored "dedicated Inari Daimeijin" flags... Maybe the sushi with deep-fried tofu was served because it was February, the month of Hatsubi? "Separate the Sweet Potatoes!" I was curious about the texture of the sweet potatoes, so I ate them separately... "Whole Spear Squid (Three Pieces) - Compare and enjoy a whole natural spear squid!" I believe this set was also a limited-time offer... I also like squid quite a bit.

I visited the restaurant on a weekday just after noon at the end of January. It was a cold day, so I had hot sake (¥418) along with various dishes. <Sushi> Hokkaido snow crab sushi (¥242/2 pieces) → Dry, crab flavor too light Steamed oyster sushi (¥242/2 pieces) → Neta too cold, lacks flavor Fatty herring sushi (¥110/2 pieces) → Fatty, good value Big red shrimp sushi (¥110/1 piece) → Dry, seafood yukke style (¥110/2 pieces) → Marinated neta, gentle flavor <Side menu> Crab cream croquette (¥198/3 pieces) → Frozen? Seafood chawanmushi (¥198) → Not hot enough, slightly fishy Miso ramen with rich flavor (¥352) → Small portion, more like miso soup with noodles? Total bill: ¥1980 (all prices include tax) The interior of the restaurant is bright, spacious, and clean, but it gives off an impersonal vibe. The seating guide is just a piece of paper, so as a first-time visitor, I had trouble finding a seat. While the sushi prices are understandable, some improvements could be made to prevent the neta from drying out or being too cold. Also, the shari (sushi rice) has a sharp taste from the sushi vinegar, and like the neta, it is a bit dry. (Personally, I feel this is a management issue in the back of the house.) It seems more like a family-friendly restaurant for families with children rather than a dining place for elderly men.

On September 13, 2020 (Sunday), I was supposed to attend a concert by a former female idol singer at Yokohama Arena, but it was canceled due to the new coronavirus infection. As a result, I ended up going out for lunch at a 100 yen sushi restaurant called "Uobei Higashikurume Store." I took some photos of the new sushi items they had, such as "Shellfish Assortment," "Menu Pacific Saury," "Hokkaido Pacific Saury in Season," "Menu Pacific Saury Tempura," and "Pacific Saury Tempura." It seemed like the season for Pacific Saury was starting soon. There was also "Menu White Clam" on offer, which I tried out since I wasn't familiar with that type of clam. I also had a delicious-looking limited edition miso soup called "Pork Miso Soup." Despite the COVID-19 situation, the restaurant had taken measures, and I enjoyed a quiet meal, eating around 11-12 plates of sushi until I was full.