If you want to eat uni(sea urchin) in Tokyo, this is the place! Recommended shop guide
January 15, 2026
"Uni (sea urchin)" is a seafood unique to Japan that fascinates gourmet fans around the world. Its melting texture, rich umami, and slight sweetness have a charm that captivates with just one bite. It is familiar as a staple in sushi and seafood bowls, and it is easy to understand why many travelers visiting Japan wish to "taste authentic uni."
If you want to fully enjoy such "uni," Tokyo is definitely a must. The capital city Tokyo gathers various dining establishments, ranging from high-end sushi restaurants with stars to casual seafood izakayas. The gourmet scene in Tokyo, where the skills of chefs and high-quality ingredients come together, should be a special experience even for foreign tourists visiting Japan. However, the variety is so vast that many people say, "I don't know where to go to find truly delicious uni."
Therefore, in this article, we have carefully selected restaurants in Tokyo where you can savor "uni" to your heart's content. From luxury shops to hidden gems, we have OMAKASE recommended restaurants categorized by scene, so if you want to encounter the "exceptional bite," please refer to this.
Sushi Toiro / 鮨 といろ (Tokyo, Kichijoji)
Gotandazushi SUSHI TOKYO 81 / 五反田鮨 SUSHI TOKYO 81 (Tokyo, Gotanda)
Yakiniku Horumon Tasuki Atago / 焼肉ホルモンたすき 愛宕 (Tokyo, Around Tokyo Tower)
1. Sushi Toiro / 鮨 といろ
Tokyo, Kichijoji ☆4.8 (Google Maps)
Compare Uni Varieties with the Artisan’s Authentic Edomae Sushi
Fresh uni procured every morning from Toyosu market is offered in a 'taste comparison' style that allows you to enjoy the differences in flavor. Each piece is prepared by a craftsman with 30 years of experience, achieving a melting texture with a perfect balance with the sushi rice. It offers a luxurious yet casual dining experience.
2. Gotandazushi SUSHI TOKYO 81 / 五反田鮨 SUSHI TOKYO 81
Tokyo, Gotanda ☆4.6 (Google Maps)
Luxurious Uni Bouquet and Innovative Edomae Sushi Experience
The extravagant "uni bouquet" and "uni donburi" are visually stunning, with unmatched taste and aroma. Sushi merges tradition and innovation by using red vinegar sushi rice and instant smoking, making it worth visiting. You can also enjoy pairing with carefully selected Japanese sake.
A Hidden Gem in Kagurazaka Where You Can Enjoy Luxury Uni Casually
The attraction is the ability to enjoy a course featuring exquisite uni worth around ¥4,000 to ¥5,000 per piece at a reasonable price. Careful procurement with no compromise on the ingredients and sushi rice with red vinegar bring out the original umami of the ingredients. You can enjoy authentic Edomae sushi paired with sake in a calm atmosphere.
Enjoy the Luxury Course Featuring 19 Pieces of Uni Gunkan and Wagyu Uni
A special course allows you to enjoy 19 pieces of rich uni gunkan and "unikyu," where melting wagyu wraps the uni. French caviar and seasonal fresh fish also appear, with each dish offering surprise and excitement. The taste is further enhanced by pairing selected by a sake sommelier.
A Hidden Sushi Bar Where You Can Taste Daily Uni and Seasonal Fresh Fish
Using the best uni of the day, each piece is prepared to bring out the flavor of the ingredients optimally. All fresh fish procured by the chef is sourced directly from the origin, allowing you to enjoy the tastes of each season. The calm space with black as the base color offers pairing with Japanese sake.
Rich cream pasta made with plenty of Hokkaido uni and uni butter rice combined with salmon roe and whitebait are unique to this place. You can also enjoy carpaccio of uni and A5 grade wagyu, savoring both the umami of the sea and the richness of the meat at once. A popular restaurant offering creative courses for those who love uni and wagyu.
Enjoy the Luxurious Melting Uni × A5 Wagyu Combo in Yakiniku Style
This luxurious plate combines A5 grade wagyu and Hokkaido uni, and it is worth trying at least once. While enjoying yakiniku casually, the toppings of uni and salmon roe greatly enhance the sense of luxury. It offers a new yakiniku experience focusing on quality even with the all-you-can-eat style.
Price: ¥11,000~(Moderately Price)
Type: Authentic yet affordable
Business Hours: 11:00~14:30, 17:00~23:00
Regular Holiday: None
Feature: Child-Friendly, English menu, Korean menu, Chinese (simplified) menu, All-you-can-eat
Uni, with its rich umami and melting texture, is a premium ingredient representing Japan that has fascinated many gourmets. Tokyo offers a variety of places where you can enjoy uni, from traditional Edomae sushi to creative modern cuisine. Delicate pieces prepared by skilled chefs, luxurious dishes combining uni with wagyu and caviar, and efforts to maintain quality even in all-you-can-eat styles—all these unique charms expand the possibilities of uni at each restaurant.
"If I'm going all the way to Tokyo, I want to taste genuine uni"—these restaurants provide a special time to fulfill such wishes. May your trip remain a memorable one with the excitement of every bite.
