Tokyo, one of the world's top gourmet cities, is famed for its sushi, the quintessential Japanese cuisine. OMAKASE, where skilled chefs craft and serve each piece in front of you, offers a unique and luxurious dining experience. However, OMAKASE sushi lunches provide a more affordable option, making them popular with international travelers.
This article highlights five OMAKASE sushi lunch spots in Tokyo, featuring English-friendly services and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for enjoying authentic Japanese flavors and culture.
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- Ryoheisushi / 量平寿司
- Sushi Yasaka Bettei / 鮨 弥栄 別邸
- Sushi Tenkawa / 鮨 天川
- Sushi Kunimitsu / 鮨 くにみつ
- Sushi Tanaami / 鮨 田名網
1.Ryoheisushi / 量平寿司
Tokyo, Ginza
☆4.8 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/516
Features
"Ginza Ryoheisushi" offers nigiri served by a dedicated Edomae Sushi chef and a course meal using a variety of seasonal ingredients.
- OMAKASE Sushi at affordable lunch prices.
- Sake carefully selected by the proprietress who is a certified sake taster.
- The sea urchin is exquisite and well-received by foreigners.
- High quality omakase course can be enjoyed at a hideaway in Ginza.
- Very friendly to foreign customers, so you don't have to be nervous.
- Solo-friendly restaurant.
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2.Sushi Yasaka Bettei / 鮨 弥栄 別邸
Tokyo, kagurazaka
☆4.6 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/924
Features
"Sushi Yasaka Bettei" is a high-end sushi restaurant located just a one-minute walk from Kagurazaka Station. Opened in February 2024, the restaurant features a pristine and inviting interior.
- Affordable lunch courses available
- Enjoy Edo-style sushi crafted by the experienced chef, Mr. Mizuta
- Luxurious and elegant interior ambiance
- Savor exquisite dishes such as soft and melt-in-your-mouth medium fatty tuna (chutoro)
- Welcoming and friendly chefs and staff ready to greet you with a smile
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3.Sushi Tenkawa / 鮨 天川
Tokyo,Ebisu
☆4.0 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/978
Features
"Sushi Tenkawa" is a restaurant where guests can savor exquisite sushi and exceptional seasonal vegetable dishes.
- Exquisite sushi crafted with seasonal ingredients.
- A selection of ten types of Japanese sake, carefully chosen.
- Counter seating where you can enjoy the warmth of natural wood while watching each piece of sushi expertly prepared before you.
- Each piece is served with just the right amount of soy sauce, perfectly suited to the sushi.
- Savor dishes featuring seasonal vegetables as well.
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4.Sushi Kunimitsu / 鮨 くにみつ
Tokyo,Nakano
☆4.7 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/962
Features
"Sushi Kunimitsu" offers meticulously crafted sushi made with carefully selected ingredients and exceptional skills, allowing guests to enjoy a luxurious experience in a serene atmosphere.
- The head chef has experience in the U.S. and Germany and can provide explanations in English.
- Despite being reasonably priced, the course includes 20 dishes.
- Although it has only been open for about two years, it is incredibly popular due to its excellent value for money.
- The tableware is beautifully crafted and photogenic.
- They also offer lunch, allowing guests to enjoy OMAKASE at an affordable price.
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5.Sushi Tanaami / 鮨 田名網
Tokyo,Azabu
☆5.0 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/980
Features
"Sushi Tanaami" is a sushi restaurant that perfectly combines luxury and comfort, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of occasions, from casual dining and business meetings to celebrating special moments.
- Affordable lunch courses available
- A clean and inviting space featuring meticulously selected wooden counters
- Offers delicious sushi made from quality ingredients without being bound to brand-name origins, ensuring reasonable prices
- From appetizers to nigiri, the dishes are on par with those from renowned restaurants in Tokyo
- A welcoming atmosphere created by the head chef and staff, making it a comfortable place to dine
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☆Sushi Tanji / 鮨 淡師
Tokyo,Roppongi
☆4.8 (Google Maps)
https://japan-food.guide/restaurants/840
Features
"Sushi Tanji" skilled chefs meticulously prepare each piece using traditional Edo-style sushi techniques. After the course, guests can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets in a tearoom, providing an experience that immerses you in the seasons and culture of Japan. It’s a highly recommended spot for a taste of authentic Japanese artistry.
- A course with numerous dishes, offering high satisfaction.
- Each dish is of exceptional quality.
- The only place where you can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets after the course.
- A hidden gem that opened in February 2024.
- Highly recommended for those looking to experience Japanese culture.
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