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Kuradake is a sushi restaurant located in Labo Shiragiku, a complex housed in a renovated kominka (traditional Japanese house), about 10 minutes by car from JR Hokuriku Main Line Kanazawa Station.
This refined space for adults has 10 counter seats in total and fully private rooms only. It is also said to be ideal for a meal on a special day.
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You can casually enjoy sushi made with fresh ingredients from Kanazawa. Both lunch and dinner are served as Omakase courses only.
The restaurant serves Edomae-zushi (Tokyo-style nigiri sushi) made with seasonal toppings, centered on local seafood. Edomae-zushi is nigiri sushi that developed in Tokyo.
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The kinmedai (golden eye snapper) appears as steamed sushi. The restaurant's style is to mix it as you eat, together with the warm crab miso sauce.
Since there are not many chances to eat sushi served at a different temperature, reviews also said it was a special experience.
osaosa1120
My personal favorite restaurant in Kanazawa. Every appetizer and sushi topping is excellent. They also have a pretty good selection of Japanese sake, and it is nice that they stock fine labels from all over Japan instead of limiting themselves to local ones. The taisho (head chef)'s service is also excellent, and I always want to make a reservation when I go to Kanazawa.
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chi_puni
The calm atmosphere made me a little nervous, but every piece of sushi was delicious, and each one kept surprising me, so I left the restaurant feeling really happy. I especially liked the kaki (oyster) chawanmushi (savory egg custard), the ika (squid) with oba (perilla leaf), and the additional nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) I ordered. When I asked my dining companion what their favorite was, they said, "Everything was delicious!!" so I was very Manzoku.
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Kuratake
Nomachi Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Creative
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JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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石川県金沢市白菊町3-25
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Tachigui Sushi Yusho is a standing sushi restaurant inside Kanazawa-ko Ikiiki Uoichi, about 15 minutes by car from JR Kanazawa Station.
This compact space has 8 standing spots in total, and its casual atmosphere makes it easy to drop in.
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Because it is directly connected to the market, you can enjoy fresh Hokuriku seafood brought in every morning.
The popular "nigiri course" comes with 9 pieces of sushi, tamago (Japanese omelet), and miso soup. The amaebi (sweet shrimp) from Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture, is said to be a large piece packed with rich flavor.
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The "kobako-gani (female snow crab)" is popular for its rich flavor, and people say you are lucky if you come across it.
It is served as a small Rice bowl topped with crab meat and crunchy brown outer roe. Food lovers also say it is well known for letting you really enjoy the full presence of the crab.
3f9eb3
The sushi was delicious, and the quality of the toppings really stood out. The shari (sushi rice) was warm, which bothered me a little, but it might be just right for people who like hot rice with sashimi. The vinegared rice did not have much of a distinctive flavor either, so it was easy to eat. The miso soup also came later, and it was delicious!
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cooemon626
I visit Kanazawa 1 to 2 times a year, but this was my first time at this restaurant. It is the only place to eat inside the market on the port side, and the atmosphere is great. The food was better than I expected, and I was very Manzoku. The sushi chef’s smile was wonderful, and I was also impressed by how kind and efficient he was.
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Tachigui Sushi Yusho
Okobata Sta. / Sushi
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JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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石川県金沢市無量寺町ヲ52金沢港いきいき魚市
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Benkei is a sushi restaurant on the 6th floor of Hotel Nikko Kanazawa, about a 3-minute walk from the Kenrokuen Exit of JR Kanazawa Station, and the spacious interior features three counters: kappo (traditional Japanese fine dining), grill and tempura, and sushi.
From the 12-seat sushi counter, guests can watch the skilled craftsmanship of the chefs along with the seasonal views of the inner garden.
Among this high-quality Japanese cuisine, one popular item is nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) steamed sushi, and many people reportedly visit after hearing about it.
This dish is made with elegant magurobushi (dried tuna flakes) so you can enjoy the natural flavor of rich, high-quality nodoguro.
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Both lunch and dinner are popular for their course-style sushi kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal). Along with the sushi, one refined dish after another appears, including "fried dishes" and "grilled dishes" that you can enjoy with all five senses.
The tempura has a light, crisp texture, and they recommend enjoying seasonal vegetables and shrimp with grated daikon radish or lemon for a fresh taste.
ぱくぱくEBI！
They offer many kinds of sushi that make the most of local ingredients such as Kaga yasai (traditional Kaga vegetables) and seasonal seafood, so I was able to enjoy Ishikawa in a very luxurious way. My personal top pick was Benkei’s signature nodoguro mushi-zushi (steamed blackthroat seaperch sushi). The rich, fatty nodoguro is steamed together with kombu kelp and sushi rice, then finished with light seasoning.
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tszwun
・Hyakumangoku kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal)
The amount is just right, and while it feels satisfying, it is not too heavy. The atmosphere inside is calm and elegant, and I was able to enjoy the meal at a relaxed pace. What stood out most was the service, and the staff were very polite and kind, which made for a very pleasant time.
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Benkei
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Sushi, Regional Cuisine
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JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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石川県金沢市本町2-15-1ホテル日航金沢 6F
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Sushi Hachimaru Sohonten is a by reservation only sushi restaurant about a 5-minute walk from JR Kanazawa Station, and it has a good reputation as a place where you can enjoy a relaxed meal in a high quality space that makes you forget the bustle around the station.
There are 10 seats in total at the spacious counter, and the restaurant also has a Private room that is recommended for celebrations and other special occasions.
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Every morning, they stock the best seasonal picks from Kanazawa, carefully selected at the market. Skilled chefs shape each piece by hand with care, serving Edomae-zushi (Edo-style sushi) that lets the quality of the ingredients shine through.
For the rice, they mainly use Noto Koshihikari, along with whatever is best at that time of year. The sushi rice, seasoned with a blend of akazu (red vinegar) and rice vinegar, is said to have just the right sharpness and rich flavor.
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The restaurant's top recommendation is nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch), rich with fat. This is a must-try dish that you can enjoy either lightly seared or in a hand-rolled style.
The plump, nicely grilled flesh blends just right with the vinegared rice, and the savory aroma of the skin gently opens up.
ざびえるの復活
What especially stood out were the sushi topped with aburi nodoguro (seared blackthroat seaperch), which you mix up almost like mixed rice before eating, and the Noto gyu (Noto beef) sukiyaki. The kintokiso (Okinawan spinach) sunomono (vinegared dish) was so good I wanted another serving. Of course, all the other toppings were great too. The crisp texture of the nori also left an impression. It paired perfectly with Hokuriku Japanese sake, and I ended up drinking too much. The chef's conversation was also nice, making this a lovely place.
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75742383143
The taisho (head chef) was friendly and very kind, and the rest of the staff were also all warm and welcoming, which made the place very comfortable. Not only the sushi but also every single side dish was delicious. I’m not sure if this is the right way to describe sushi, but I enjoyed tasty sushi with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
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Sushi Hachimaru Souhonten
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Crab, Japanese Cuisine
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JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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石川県金沢市本町2-2-13
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Fuku Zushi is a sushi restaurant with a 40-year history, located about a 5-minute walk from the East Exit of JR Kanazawa Station.
Inside, the tasteful Japanese-style space has 8 counter seats in total, along with raised tatami seating and zashiki (tatami room) seating, making it suitable for a wide range of occasions.
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They serve Kansai-zushi (Kansai-style sushi) centered on fresh white fish. A key feature is their original blend of sushi vinegar, which brings out the natural flavor of the ingredients.
A recommended choice is the "Hyakumangoku no Sushi 10-Piece". It is said to be a popular menu item with many repeat customers thanks to the large toppings.
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The local sake that pairs well with sushi has a carefully chosen lineup selected by a liquor shop, and it has built a good reputation. They usually keep about 15 kinds on hand, mainly local sake from Ishikawa.
They also offer a full range of excellent a la carte dishes that go well with drinks, such as nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) grilled with salt and buri kama (yellowtail collar).
めーぷる1017
I had always thought nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) was very rich with fat, but the salt-grilled one here was the lightest nodoguro I have ever had. For the sushi assortment, they recommended eating the kawahagi (filefish), ikura (salmon roe), and unagi (eel) first. The unagi had a sweet and savory soy sauce flavor, with the soy sauce perhaps standing out more. It was very good and different from Kansai-style seasoning. The ikura seasoning was also excellent.
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そおい
・Master Omakase course with 5 dishes
I had simmered buri (yellowtail) as the appetizer, an assorted sashimi platter, grilled nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) with salt, 7 pieces of sushi, Sea Bream miso soup, and added 1 piece of aji (horse mackerel) nigiri. Every dish was absolutely delicious. I plan to come back to this restaurant when I visit Kanazawa again.
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Fuku Zushi
Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Seafood
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JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
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石川県金沢市本町2-6-7
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Osushi to Genshiyaki Kanazawa Nakamura is a sushi and robatayaki (fireside grilling) restaurant about a 7-minute walk from the Kenrokuen Exit of JR Kanazawa Station.
The first floor has counter seating where you can watch the chefs at work up close, while the second floor is a moody space lit by flickering candles. Before your meal, you can also relax upstairs with a cup of tea.
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Known for its bold robatayaki (fireside grill) centered on genshi-yaki (primitive-style grilling), this place is popular for dishes that chefs finish right in front of you. Using Special ingredients from Hokuriku, they combine sushi and genshi-yaki with insights from molecular nutrition.
You can take your time and enjoy a sense of harmony in the flavors that you can only experience here.
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The popular course menu is the 13-dish, 20-item "Special Course," which combines sushi and robata-yaki (fireside grilling).
In addition to four pieces of sushi such as sweet shrimp and nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch), it also includes bold dishes like "buri (Japanese amberjack) no genshi-yaki (primitive-style grilling)." With its highly satisfying lineup, it is also recommended for first-time visitors.
terrytsai3
It was a Kanazawa gourmet experience that left me completely Manzoku. From the hospitality of the two taisho (master chefs) to the kind care from the floor staff, everything left the best impression. I think this place will become one of my regulars the next time I go to Kanazawa. Thank you very much for everything this time. Thank you so much♪
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c40abd
The interior and atmosphere of the restaurant felt both luxurious and playful, making it enjoyable from the very first impression. This time, we sat at the counter on the first floor, and it was fun to enjoy the live feel of watching dishes such as temaki-zushi (hand-rolled sushi) being prepared right in front of us. The dashimaki tamago (rolled omelet with dashi) was garnished with shredded bonito, grated daikon radish, and bonito powder, and it was not only tasty but also a beautiful, eye-catching dish.
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Osushi to Genshiyaki Kanazawa Nakamura
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Robatayaki, Seafood
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JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
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石川県金沢市堀川町6-5
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Coil is an interactive hosomaki-zushi (thin roll sushi) restaurant about a 14-minute walk from JR Kanazawa Station, not far from Omicho Market.
The interior is a sleek, refined space with a Japanese modern feel. Its stylish atmosphere, with careful attention paid to the tableware and layout, is part of its appeal.
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What makes it unique and popular is that you can choose your favorite ingredients and make your own hosomaki-zushi (thin sushi rolls) to enjoy.
Along with classic fillings like tuna and salmon, they also offer playful options such as roast beef and cheese. You can enjoy hosomaki-zushi, which has long been loved in Kanazawa, in a casual and free style.
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There are eight carefully selected Japanese teas. You can choose what you like from sencha, gyokuro, and Kanazawa Bocha (Kanazawa roasted stem tea), and you can freely adjust the strength and steeping time. Comparing different teas is part of the fun, too.
The drink menu also centers on Japanese sake, with a wide selection of beer and wine as well, so you can enjoy pairing them with sushi.
_y_44
I visited an unusual place I found in Kanazawa where you can make hosomaki (thin sushi rolls) yourself. First of all, it was really fun to be able to choose the fillings myself, and I went with five kinds, which was more than enough to feel Manzoku. If you want to enjoy lots of different combinations, I think choosing even more would definitely be fun too.
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ここなっつ267
Making my own makizushi (rolled sushi) was a fun experience. There was a wide variety of fillings, from seafood to unusual options like cheese and basashi (horse sashimi), and I enjoyed trying different combinations. The portion was more filling than it looked, and I was very satisfied. The stylish interior also lifts your mood!
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Coil
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Tempura, Cafe
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JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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石川県金沢市袋町1-1かなざわはこまち 2F
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Shifukunoto Kanazawa Sushi dining is a sushi restaurant about 10 minutes by bus from JR Kanazawa Station. It is a popular spot that also draws locals.
The simple interior has both counter and table seating. Its welcoming atmosphere makes it easy to visit with family or on your own.
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A variety of course meals made with fresh seafood sourced from Omicho Ichiba (Omicho Market) are very popular.
The restaurant's signature item is the "Kaidan-zushi (staircase sushi)," which is fun to look at and eat. The sushi features thick cuts of fish that pair well with the refined shari (sushi rice).
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They also offer a lineup of carefully prepared signature dishes that you can enjoy with local Hokuriku sake.
The “maguro (tuna) Nakaochi” in the photo makes a big visual impact even in the half size. It is satisfying to eat, and you can enjoy different flavors depending on which part you eat.
manaty0821
The fish is really delicious‼️And all the staff are so warm and wonderfully attentive. Every dish I’ve tried has been great, but the sushi is especially delicious, so you really can’t go wrong whenever you visit. I’d definitely love to come again.
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K_0729
The staircase assortment of sushi looked great and was perfect for photos! Each piece of topping was thick and really satisfying. The carpaccio was also tasty, with nice plump shrimp. The staff were also very fun, and I liked how they talked to us in such a friendly, easygoing way.
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Shifuku no Oto Kanazawa Sushi Dining
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Creative
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JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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石川県金沢市高岡町12-45ロイヤルシャトー南町 B1F
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Sushi-dokoro Oshiki is a sushi restaurant located about 5 minutes by taxi from the west exit of JR Kanazawa Station, just steps from Kanazawa Chuo Oroshi Ichiba (Kanazawa Central Wholesale Market).
The charming interior is fully equipped with counter seats, raised tatami seating, and zashiki (tatami room) seating. There is also a fully private room, so this is recommended for those who want to enjoy their meal without worrying about the people around them.
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A variety of sushi made with seafood unique to Kanazawa. They use Koshihikari rice grown in the mountain valleys of Noto for the shari (sushi rice), and add color with house-grown vegetables.
The seasonal course meals are also popular, and in winter, dishes such as Kano kani (snow crab from Ishikawa), and in spring, sakura-dai (cherry blossom Sea Bream) shabu-shabu are also recommended.
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The easy-to-enjoy lunch is also well regarded, and the most popular option is the Oshiki Lunch, a slightly luxurious set with 8 pieces of nigiri and hosomaki (thin sushi rolls).
The carefully selected toppings are always fresh, and each visit is said to bring a pleasant surprise.
ぽんちゃん12288
Close to the central market, this place serves fresh fish. It’s about a 20-minute walk from Kanazawa Station, but both the taste and the prices are hard to beat. We started with sashimi, then had gasebi (deep-water pink shrimp), bai-gai (whelk), grilled hatahata (sailfin sandfish), sawara (Spanish mackerel) marinated in miso, and chawanmushi (savory egg custard), and each dish was carefully prepared. The sushi at the end was also outstanding!I’ll be back again.
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Sasami
We enjoyed sushi and a variety of other dishes while drinking Japanese sake, and ended up completely full. I’d like to come back to eat again when the season comes around. It also felt nice that they politely saw us off all the way to the entrance.
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Sushi Dokoro Ooshiki
Kamimoroe Sta. / Sushi, Crab, Fugu (Pufferfish)
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JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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石川県金沢市西念3-5-24
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Sushi Kinari is a sushi kappo (traditional Japanese dining) restaurant located a little away from Kanazawa Station on the Hokuriku Railroad.
The interior is a stylish space created by renovating a machiya (traditional townhouse) that is more than 90 years old, blending its historic atmosphere with unified Japanese modern furnishings, making it a great choice for celebrations and other Special occasions.
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You can enjoy small dishes that match the season, along with aged sushi that brings out the full flavor of each ingredient by judging its condition at just the right time.
Another thing that makes this place unique is its careful use of both white shari (vinegared sushi rice) and red shari (vinegared sushi rice with red vinegar) depending on the topping. The carefully selected Japanese sake lineup includes about 15 kinds, mainly Tosa-zake (sake from Kochi).
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The restaurant’s top recommendation is the “uni (sea urchin) and nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) hand roll.” The rich flavor of fresh uni and the refined fat of nodoguro come together, creating an amazing taste in a single bite.
Combined with the aroma and texture unique to the hand-roll style, many say it is a memorable dish.
うまい酒しか勝たん。
The head chef has trained not only in sushi but also in Japanese cuisine, which made things interesting, with toppings like shiitake nigiri (shiitake mushroom sushi) on the menu. Kanazawa’s specialty nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) came as a hand roll paired with uni (sea urchin). I also had kobako-gani (female snow crab), and was able to drink sake from Kochi, the chef’s hometown, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
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ボブサップ選手
Every dish was wonderfully delicious. They had crab in season, and since fish from Hokuriku is so good, I went in with high hopes, but it was even better than I expected and I was completely Manzoku. It has become a place I want to visit regularly, so I will come again. It was a great meal.
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Sushi Kinari / Kanazawa
Hokutetsu Kanazawa Sta. / Sushi, Japanese Cuisine, Creative
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JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
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石川県金沢市彦三町1-17-8
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Katamachi Koryori Sushi Sho is a Japanese restaurant tucked away on a back alley, about a 13-minute walk from Nomachi Station in Kanazawa City. It features a refined space designed by a popular Kanazawa designer.
It offers lively counter seating and fully private rooms with eye-catching Ryukyu tatami (Okinawan-style tatami mats).
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At Kanazawamae, you can enjoy sushi, seasonal dishes, and carefully selected Japanese sake with all five senses. The lineup features seasonal seafood delivered from Nanao Bay, Himi Fishing Port, and Omi in Shiga, the owner's hometown.
With more than 40 kinds of Japanese sake always available and a wide range of flavor profiles to choose from, even first-time sake drinkers can have fun picking one.
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A dish that gets lots of praise in reviews is “nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) aburi and uni (sea urchin),” a vibrant plate that looks great in photos.
The smoky aroma of charcoal-seared nodoguro layered with the rich taste of fresh uni makes for such an amazing combination that it might leave you speechless.
食べ歩きトレーダーma200
I visited hoping to enjoy top ranked cuisine in Kanazawa. From the moment I walked in, the beautiful counter seating and the dishes were impressive. Everything about the space felt calm, and it put me in a very good mood. The owner, Sho-san, chatted with me in a friendly way, so while I could enjoy a space on par with a high-end restaurant, there was also some relaxed conversation and laughter. It was very comfortable.
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ヒロ☆ミィ
I visited for dinner on a day trip from Tokyo. The dining room was compact, but it felt very comfortable. The owner-chef was fun and full of hospitality, and he also had a clear, delicate attention to the tableware, which made the presentation a real pleasure too. Every single piece of tableware was truly lovely.
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Katamachi Koryori Sushi Sho
Nomachi Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Sushi, Seafood
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JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
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石川県金沢市片町1-8-24ホクリク犀川ビル 1F
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