Popular sushi around Yurakucho Station! 20 places for all kinds of occasions

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"Sushi Yuu" is a sushi restaurant known for serving highly creative sushi. It has been selected for the "Tabelog Sushi TOKYO Tabelog 100".

The elegant interior has a refined, upscale feel, and in addition to the main counter, it also has a separate counter area.

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Both lunch and dinner are offered only as an Omakase course, with everyone starting at the same time. Meals are limited to 2 hours.

The course also includes their signature Purin-maki, which is a registered trademark. The unexpected combination of rich ankimo (monkfish liver) and Narazuke (Nara-style pickles) is said to be part of its appeal.

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The sushi at this restaurant is known not only for its taste, but also for its beautiful presentation. The "Minato-ku maki (Minato City roll)" is also a dish with great impact.

This sushi is a luxurious roll filled with uni (sea urchin), caviar, and crab, and it is said to be a one of a kind specialty.

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Sushi Noboru is a well-regarded restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Edomae-zushi (traditional Edo-style sushi) prepared by a chef who trained extensively at famous establishments.

At the beautiful single-slab wood counter, you can fully enjoy the chef’s carefully crafted Omakase course. If you value privacy, a Private room is also recommended.

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The Edomae nigiri (traditional Tokyo-style hand-formed sushi) made with fresh ingredients is prepared in ways that match the character of each topping.

The shari (sushi rice) is said to be just the right size and easy to eat. Its acidity and saltiness are nicely balanced, giving it a flavor that seems likely to appeal to anyone.

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Among the many toppings, the maguro (tuna) is one they especially want you to try. Without limiting themselves to a specific production region, they source the best available at the time.

It has rich fat throughout the flesh, and they seem to boost its umami by aging it just the right amount. The photo shows hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) toro.

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Located between Yurakucho and Shimbashi, Sushi Tomimi is a popular spot for its Omakase course centered on Edomae nigiri (Edo-style hand-formed sushi).

The tasteful interior, built around warm wood tones, is said to have hinoki (Japanese cypress) counter seating and modern Private room seating. The calm atmosphere lets you focus on the food.

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Both lunch and dinner are available only as Omakase courses, where you can enjoy Edomae nigiri (Tokyo-style hand-formed sushi) that stays true to tradition while showing creative touches beyond the usual mold.

The toppings use seasonal ingredients from all over Japan, and the shari (seasoned sushi rice) is said to have mild acidity and an excellent aroma.

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The signature dishes served as part of the course menu are also well reviewed for their delicate flavors that bring out the ingredients, and diners say they can also enjoy beautiful hassun (seasonal appetizer platter) that reflects the season.

Pairings with wines from around the world and Special Japanese sake are also popular. They also offer non-alcoholic wine.

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Ikki is a sushi restaurant about a 1-minute walk from Ginza Station and also within walking distance of JR Yurakucho Station. It is popular for serving great sushi with a strong focus on quality and careful preparation.

The space is said to have a relaxed Japanese modern feel that blends in with the atmosphere of the area. It has counter seats where you can watch the chefs at work, as well as comfortable Private room options.

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The sushi is made with toppings sourced from trusted intermediate wholesalers, and every piece is said to show careful craftsmanship.

Among the many toppings, they are especially particular about maguro (tuna), and you can enjoy a top class taste with no compromises.

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The menu centers on course meals featuring sushi and otsumami (small dishes). You can also add sushi A la carte.

There is a limit on the number of guests, but the course that comes with pairings of Japanese sake, including rare local sake, is also popular.

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Tsukiji Aozora Sandaime Marunouchi, about a 5-minute walk from Yurakucho Station, is a popular sushi restaurant where you can enjoy upscale sushi made with ingredients from Toyosu Market.

The restaurant is located in one corner of an underground dining arcade, and it has an atmosphere that makes it easy for anyone to drop in. Inside, there are L-shaped counter seats and table seating.

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The menu is available by Omakase course only. You can choose between a course with otsumami (small dishes to go with drinks) and nigiri sushi, or a course focused on nigiri sushi.

The akazu (red vinegar) shari (sushi rice) is on the firm side with a nicely balanced vinegar flavor, and it is said to pair with the large pieces of neta (sushi toppings) at an impressive level.

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The course includes an assortment of the day's Special toppings. One signature item you will want to try when you visit is the famous "ohagi," starring toro and takuan (pickled daikon).

This dish is said to pair the perfect crunch of takuan with the rich flavor and fatty texture of toro beautifully.

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Ginza no Mikozushi is a popular sushi restaurant by reservation only that people say is a must when you want to eat good uni (sea urchin) around Yurakucho Station.

It has a good reputation for letting you fully enjoy luxurious sushi in a calm atmosphere. There are about 10 counter seats, and the space is said to be bright and comfortable.

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They say the selection of nigiri (hand-formed sushi) is very extensive. The shari (sushi rice) made with akazu (red vinegar) has a well-balanced tang that really brings out the appeal of each topping.

The hon-maguro (Pacific bluefin tuna) chutoro (medium fatty tuna) is said to have outstanding flavor, with a texture that seems to melt in your mouth with every bite.

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The popular Uni Paradise lets you choose three kinds of uni (sea urchin) at once. It is recommended for people who want to fully enjoy comparing different kinds of uni.

You can really taste the differences by production region, from sweet uni to uni with an excellent slight bitterness. There is also an All you can eat menu available only at lunchtime.

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Ginza Umi is a place where you can enjoy Edomae-zushi (Tokyo-style sushi), with rice and toppings brought into perfect harmony by master craftsmanship.

Even though it stands in the upscale area near Yurakucho, it is said to have a casual atmosphere where you can relax and enjoy your meal. The beautiful white wood counter seats make a strong impression.

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The chef personally selects the toppings used for the sushi, sourcing the best in season from the tastiest production regions across Japan.

For the shari (sushi rice), they use Hitomebore rice and add a special vinegar passed down through generations. Some say it is not too sweet and easy to keep eating.

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An Omakase course is available, letting you enjoy not only sushi but also individual dishes that express the season.

Reviews praise the house-made caviar, which is said to be farmed in Miyazaki. It has a pleasant popping texture and a mild salty taste, and it pairs well with brown rice.

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Sushi Yamaken Ginza Ten is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy high end sushi kappo (Japanese fine dining with sushi and small dishes) at tables with a view of the Ginza nightscape. There are also counter seats where the chef prepares the sushi right in front of you.

The interior has a refined, grown up feel, and at night the soft lighting creates a lovely atmosphere.

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The sushi crafted by skilled chefs uses Special fresh fish. They offer a lineup of carefully chosen toppings, from classics to seasonal picks.

If you want to enjoy sushi in a casual setting, lunchtime is a great choice. The set menus that come with miso soup, salad, and dessert are popular.

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For both lunch and dinner, courses are available where you can enjoy nigiri sushi and kappo (traditional Japanese course-style) cuisine together.

The "Uni (sea urchin) and hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) kobore assortment hand roll" is an optional dish you can add to the course. It gets great reviews for the irresistible aroma of the nori and the rich flavor of the uni and maguro.

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Sushi Kiyoshi is a popular sushi restaurant where you can enjoy great sushi made with toppings shipped direct from the production region. It is about a 2-minute walk from Ginza Station, and it is also in a convenient spot to stop by from Yurakucho Station.

The interior, equipped with counter seating and Private room, is said to have a crisp and refined atmosphere.

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The seafood used at this restaurant focuses on natural wild caught fish, which they personally select by visiting local fishermen.

For the shari (sushi rice), they blend three kinds of vinegar, white, rosé, and red, along with rice from several different production regions to bring out the rice's natural flavor. The menu is Omakase course only.

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Each piece of neta (sushi topping) is carefully prepared to bring out the best flavor of the seasonal fish. This is a traditional Edomae-zushi (Tokyo-style sushi) technique.

The kuruma ebi (Japanese tiger prawn), said to be their specialty, is delicious with a rich shrimp flavor.

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Sushi Ginza Shimon is an authentic Edomae sushi restaurant that has been selected for the "Tabelog Sushi TOKYO 100." The restaurant is about a 5-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station.

The elegant interior has counter seating. There are also Private rooms that are perfect for business dinners, and even in the Private rooms, the nigiri (hand formed sushi) is served one piece at a time, just like at the counter.

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The sushi here expresses the traditional great taste unique to Edomae sushi made with fish caught in nearby Japanese waters.

They are so particular that they use four different kinds of nikiri shoyu (sweet soy glaze) depending on the topping, making the most of each ingredient’s natural flavor.

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As part of the course, you can also enjoy standout dishes other than sushi, such as seafood, seasonal vegetables, and chinmi (delicacies). Many people rave that they can enjoy not only the taste but also the beauty of the presentation.

The selection of wine and Japanese sake is also extensive, and it seems many people enjoy them along with the food.

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Ginza Sushi Sendo is a popular restaurant about a 13-minute walk from Yurakucho Station, known for serving authentic Edomae-zushi (traditional Tokyo-style sushi).

In addition to its beautiful white wood counter, it also has a Private room, making it perfect for Special business dinners. The atmosphere is said to strike a pleasant balance between refined tension and warm hospitality.

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The sushi is said to have a stylish finish that respects the tradition of Edomae (traditional Tokyo-style) sushi while adding a fresh touch.

The shari (sushi rice), made with the traditional red vinegar used in Edomae, has a mild mouthfeel. It is said to bring out the appeal of the fresh neta (toppings) very well.

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The meal is mainly centered around course menus, and you can enjoy not only nigiri but also makimono (rolled sushi), a la carte dishes, and desserts.

A small Rice bowl is also included in the menu, and on this day, they served a small ikura (salmon roe) Rice bowl. The ikura looked beautifully translucent, and they fully enjoyed its refined savory flavor.

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Asakusa Sushi-ba Hinato-maru Tokyo Eki Chuo Ten is an authentic Edomae-zushi (Edo-style sushi) restaurant located inside Gransta Yaesu within Tokyo Station. It is operated by Hinato-maru, a seafood wholesaler.

The 1st floor has a standing dining style, while the 2nd floor offers a relaxed adult-oriented space, making it easy to choose based on the occasion.

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They are said to be particular about freshness and seasonality when it comes to the neta (sushi toppings) used for their sushi, visiting the market every day to make Special selections.

Because the fish is served On-the-Day it is purchased, you can fully enjoy its fresh, rich flavor. Another nice point is the wide range of choices, including A la carte items and set menus.

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When you want to enjoy sushi and other dishes with a touch of luxury, the "Edomae-nigiri (Edo-style hand-formed sushi) Tanno Course" is a great choice.

You can enjoy a total of 20 items, centered around 16 pieces of nigiri. Along with the sushi, side dishes like chawanmushi (savory egg custard) and miso soup are also well reviewed for being carefully prepared.

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Sushi Shige is a popular sushi restaurant where you can enjoy seasonal ingredients from each of the four seasons with all five senses. It is about a 10-minute walk from Yurakucho Station, and the nearest station is Ginza Station, about a 2-minute walk away.

The calm sukiya-zukuri (traditional Japanese architectural style) space is one of its charms, and once you step inside, you can feel the warm atmosphere filled with the natural warmth of wood.

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The sushi served by the owner, who has been making nigiri for about 20 years, uses the best tasting fish for each season.

The toppings are sourced through the owner’s own trusted channels, and they are said to bring out the rich flavor that only fresh fish can offer. They also pair perfectly with the shari (sushi rice), which has a clean, sharp touch of vinegar.

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Both lunch and dinner offer two types of courses: one centered on nigiri sushi, and another that lets you enjoy both nigiri sushi and other dishes together.

Each non-nigiri dish is also prepared with great care, and you can fully enjoy pairings with Japanese sake served at just the right time.

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"Kaiten Toyama Zushi Ginza" is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Ginza Corridor-gai, just a short walk from Yurakucho Station. It is said to be a sister restaurant of Toyama Zushi, a popular sushi restaurant in Toyama Prefecture.

The restaurant has a clean interior and an easygoing atmosphere that people say makes it easy to use. Orders are placed on the touch panel at the table, and the sushi is delivered on the conveyor lane.

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Fresh fish delivered directly from Toyama Prefecture arrive regularly, while premium seafood such as nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) and sea urchin is sourced from Toyosu and Yokohama.

The sushi rice is made with carefully selected premium aged akazu (red vinegar), and it is said to be soft with a faint touch of sweetness.

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In addition to sushi, they also offer a wide range of à la carte dishes made with rare ingredients from Toyama.

The "House Specialty! Benizuwaigani (red snow crab) Toyama assortment" comes generously topped with kani miso (crab tomalley) and is said to be a top pick that goes perfectly with drinks.

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THE SUSHI GINZA Kiwami is a sushi restaurant popular for its lunch-only All you can eat sushi, and it also stands out for its wide lineup of Japanese sake.

The space has a high-end atmosphere with a special feel, but it is still easy to enjoy without feeling stiff or formal. It has counter seats where you can watch the chefs at work, as well as Private room seating.

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The sushi is shaped with skill and speed, using carefully chosen neta (toppings) said to carry the blessings of nature.

Each piece is carefully prepared, and they are popular for being well seasoned and delicious.

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A sushi All you can eat plan is available only at lunch. There are set start times, and it runs in two seatings.

The All you can eat plan also includes premium toppings such as uni (sea urchin) and ikura (salmon roe). On this day, the Chilean uni had an irresistible rich sweetness and milky aroma.

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Just a few minutes on foot from Yurakucho Station and about a 1-minute walk from Higashi-Ginza Station, Premium Restaurant Tokyo Kin no Dining Magurokin is a popular spot where a sushi restaurant and dining bar come together, offering great sushi in a casual setting.

In addition to counter seating, the restaurant also has fully private rooms where guests can relax and enjoy their meal in peace.

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As a direct operation of a tuna wholesaler in Tsukiji (Tsukiji), it uses high quality seafood. One popular course item is the “Fuji Nigiri,” which lets you enjoy three kinds of maguro (tuna): akami (lean tuna), toro (fatty tuna), and otoro (extra fatty tuna).

The richly marbled maguro is said to have an irresistible texture that seems to melt in your mouth.

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They use two kinds of rice for the shari (sushi rice): Kinmemai (sprouted brown rice) and low-cut genmai (brown rice with reduced wax layer). They switch the rice depending on the topping to bring out the best flavor in each piece.

There are also two kinds of vinegar for the shari: a mild standard white vinegar, and akazu (red vinegar) with a rich flavor and tangy taste, which you can choose based on your preference.

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Maguro Ichidai Hibiya Ten is about a 1-minute walk from JR Yurakucho Station and is known as a place where you can enjoy high-quality sushi in a casual setting.

The restaurant has a refined and relaxing space, with an atmosphere that makes it easy for people of all ages to visit. Its approachable feel without being intimidating is also part of its appeal.

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They offer a sushi menu made with hon-maguro (Pacific bluefin tuna), their specialty, and seasonal fish with outstanding freshness.

The restaurant’s top recommendation, hon-maguro, is said to have rich fat and great flavor. They also recommend Japanese sake that pairs perfectly with sushi, as well as rare Domestic branded whiskies.

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At lunchtime, you can choose from six options, including nigiri sushi and Rice bowls. A nice plus is that it comes with aosa (green laver) miso soup.

The photo shows the popular "Uogashi Nigiri," which is well liked in reviews. You can choose your preferred amount from 7, 11, or 13 pieces, and it comes with makimono (sushi rolls). There is also a more luxurious set that includes otoro (fatty tuna) and chutoro (medium fatty tuna).

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Hina-zushi (Sushi Hina) Nishi Ginza Ten is a popular sushi restaurant where you can casually enjoy high-end sushi All you can eat. It is about a 4-minute walk from IR Yurakucho Station, and you can also stop by directly from Metro Ginza Station without getting wet in the rain.

Located on the 2F of Nishi Ginza Depato (Nishi Ginza Department Store), the calm interior is also said to be popular with guests who care about the atmosphere.

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The hugely popular option here is All you can eat sushi, with 60 kinds available for both lunch and dinner. At lunchtime, they also offer set menus for one person.

Once an order comes in, the chefs carefully make each piece by hand, so you can enjoy delicious nigiri sushi to your heart’s content.

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The nigiri are said to be not that large, which is why people like that they can try many different kinds.

It seems to include toppings such as uni (sea urchin), ikura (salmon roe), and nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch), which are considered premium ingredients. Seasonal toppings are also added regularly, so another big draw is being able to enjoy different kinds each season.

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Sushi Yoshikawa Katsu Ginza is a well-regarded restaurant where you can enjoy distinctive Edomae nigiri made with carefully selected ingredients. It is open for dinner service, which is divided into two seatings.

The modern space, built around a black color scheme, features a beautiful counter where diners can enjoy their meal while watching the chef's skill up close.

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The sushi stays true to the basics of seitoha Edomae nigiri (orthodox Edo-style hand-formed sushi), while adding a bit of extra care to give it originality.

For the shari (sushi rice), they use akazu (red vinegar) made from sake kasu (sake lees) aged for 6 years, which is said to bring out the flavor of the fresh toppings in an exquisite way.

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You can enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime course menu made with the best ingredients of the day. The photo shows their signature tokusei futomaki (special thick sushi roll).

This luxurious dish is packed with rich egg yolk and uni (sea urchin), and they source the fragrant nori (seaweed) from a long-established shop in Gunma.

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Located between JR Yurakucho Station and Shimbashi Station, Tokyo Sushi ITAMAE SUSHI Ginza Corridor Ten is a sushi restaurant that is thoroughly committed to Edomae-style natural wild caught fish.

It is recommended for enjoying sushi casually at lunch, or with drinks at night. Its friendly, easy-to-drop-in atmosphere also seems to be one reason for its popularity.

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They are especially particular about using natural hon-maguro (Pacific bluefin tuna) for their sushi toppings, and they use tuna sourced from Toyosu Market.

The Special tuna they carefully select is said to let you enjoy the differences that change through the four seasons. They also have a great selection of seasonal Japanese sake, so it is well worth enjoying together.

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They offer a wide variety of nigiri (hand-formed sushi) sets, all served with soup and salad.

The sushi rice is small and easy to eat, and reviews say every topping is fresh and carefully prepared. One of the best things about the place is how easy it is to stop by when you want to enjoy sushi on your own.