The Asakusa area is full of old downtown charm! 11 popular sushi spots

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Located about a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station, Asakusa ASA Tora is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy not only sushi but also sashimi assortments, tempura, seasonal seafood flavors, and Japanese sake.

The interior, with its white tones and wood-grain accents, has a homey feel. It looks like a place where you can relax and take your time.

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A popular item at the restaurant is the "Bubble Maki." This luxurious roll is topped with plenty of uni (sea urchin) and ikura (salmon roe) over a chutoro roll.

The sweet richness of the fatty chutoro, the mellow taste of the uni, and the texture of the ikura are said to come together beautifully.

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The aji fry (fried horse mackerel) is sometimes fried rare, so you can enjoy the crisp coating and moist fish inside.

They recommend eating it with a light squeeze of lemon, or with sauce or soy sauce to suit your taste.

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Kiku Zushi is a sushi restaurant that is perfect for stopping by during sightseeing, with a big view of Tokyo Skytree right in front along Kappabashi-dori (Kappabashi Street). This long-established restaurant has a history of more than 100 years since its founding.

The interior has a calm atmosphere, with counter seats and table seats, as well as zashiki (tatami seating) that is convenient for Banquet and group use.

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The menu item in the photo is the "Jo Nigiri". It is a set that comes with nigiri sushi such as tuna and shrimp, along with miso soup. Every topping is fresh, and you can really feel the skill of the chef.

They also offer a full lunch lineup, including tempura and sashimi Gozen set meals, as well as chirashi-zushi (scattered sushi).

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The restaurant’s popular menu item is the “Gokujo Yaki Anago Rice bowl.” The anago (conger eel) is grilled so the surface is crisp while the flesh stays tender, giving it a satisfying texture.

If you like anago, this is one menu item you should definitely try at least once.

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Asakusa Sushiwaka Kaminarimon Ten is a sushi restaurant located a 3-minute walk from Asakusa Station. The 1st floor has counter and table seating, while the 2nd floor is equipped with zashiki (tatami seating) that can also accommodate large groups. The interior is spacious.

Another nice point is that it stays open late, until 5 the next morning.

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The photo shows the “Honjitsu Nakaoroshi Osusume 10-kan Nigiri (today’s wholesaler recommended 10-piece nigiri).” The selection of nigiri changes with the season.

Also, since you can order sushi from just 1 piece, it seems nice to add a few of your favorites.

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One of this place's features is its full lineup of à la carte dishes, including kama shioyaki (salt-grilled collar), tempura, and sashimi.

They also offer a selection of Japanese sake, including seasonal limited nama-zake (unpasteurized sake) and chilled sake, so you can enjoy pairing drinks with the food.

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Asakusa Sushi Asakusa Yokocho is a sushi restaurant located about a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station, inside Asakusa Yokocho, a dining spot with a collection of restaurants on the 4th floor of the Tokyo Rakutenchi Asakusa Building.

It features an interior that gives off a festival feel, and you can casually enjoy sushi and drinks.

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The restaurant's popular menu item is the "Ebi Kani Kassen." Snow crab shell is topped with akaebi (red shrimp), zuwai-gani (snow crab), and plenty of ikura (salmon roe), making for a great visual impact.

The hosomaki (thin sushi rolls) use kani miso (crab tomalley) with a hint of yuzu, and when you take a bite, a rich savory flavor spreads across your palate.

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"Mount Sushi" is an interactive menu item where, by pulling up the film yourself, the yam-kake (grated yam topping) ingredients flow down onto the thick sushi roll.

It is popular as sushi that is enjoyable not only for its taste but also for the visual experience.

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Founded 80 years ago, Mizuki is a popular restaurant for sushi and unagi (eel) dishes. It also has a convenient location, just a 1-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express.

In the calm Japanese-style atmosphere of the restaurant, you can enjoy Edomae-zushi (Tokyo-style sushi).

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One thing you should definitely try at this restaurant is the "unagi-zushi (eel sushi)".

It is known for the harmony of plump grilled eel, the aroma of nori (seaweed), and sushi rice. The sauce used for the unagi-zushi and unaju (grilled eel over rice in a lacquered box) is said to be a secret sauce that has been added to since the restaurant first opened.

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If you want to enjoy many kinds of sushi, the "nigiri set" is a great choice. The photo shows the "nigiri set Miyabi," which comes with 10 pieces of nigiri and 3 rolls. They also offer a wide range of set menus, so you can choose what suits your taste.

Along with the fresh toppings, take note of the sushi rice, which the owner makes with carefully selected rice gathered from various places.

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Sushi Edomaru Asakusa Honten is just a 30-second walk from Asakusa Station and also close to Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate).

Opened in 2023, this stylish restaurant offers a casual way to enjoy sushi. There are also table seats behind the counter, so it is a great fit for group visits.

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The fish used for the sushi is said to be delivered directly from a Toyosu nakaoroshi (intermediate wholesaler). Some of it is apparently purchased fresh rather than pre-processed, so you can enjoy very fresh sushi.

In addition to standard nigiri, they also offer sushi made with seasonal fish at its best for the time of year.

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One of the restaurant's popular menu items is aburi shime-saba (seared cured mackerel). They sear it right in front of you, so you can enjoy it while it's still hot.

It is cured with a pleasant level of acidity, and the rich, fatty flesh has a melt-in-your-mouth texture that is hard to resist.

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For more than 20 years in Asakusa, Magurobito has operated multiple restaurants, and this is its Honten, Magurobito Shinnakamise Ten. It is popular for offering a wide variety of sushi toppings at reasonable prices.

With counter and table seating, you can sit down and relax here.

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The photo shows the “Yamakou Special Hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) Maguro Three-Cut Assortment”.

This is an irresistible menu item for tuna lovers, letting you compare and enjoy three kinds of tuna. The lean cut is light and clean, while the otoro and chutoro let you enjoy the rich taste of the fat.

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Since you can order sushi one piece at a time, you can enjoy as much of your favorites as you like.

Along with standard items like aji (horse mackerel), iwashi (sardine), ika (squid), and tako (octopus), you can also enjoy nigiri made with seasonal fish.

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Sushi Hatsusohonten is a well-regarded restaurant where you can enjoy sushi and other dishes that blend the tradition of Edomae-zushi (Tokyo-style sushi) with elements of Western cuisine.

The Japanese modern interior has an atmosphere that feels comfortable for all kinds of age groups, making it easy to enjoy a casual meal.

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This restaurant mainly offers Omakase courses. They have several courses at different price points.

Every course includes sushi made with seasonal fish and a selection of a la carte dishes, and you can order extra portions of any items you liked from the course.

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The photo shows “kohada (gizzard shad) wrapped with daikon radish.” This is said to be a light way to enjoy kohada, a classic Edomae sushi topping.

You can also enjoy dishes that blend Japanese and Western styles, such as a menu item that pairs katsuo no tataki (seared bonito) with balsamic sauce.

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Sushi Narito is about a 5-minute walk from Asakusa Station, where you can enjoy sushi and a Japanese course meal in a clean, modern space.

The sushi is prepared by a chef with 50 years of experience who trained at well-known restaurants, while the Japanese cuisine is handled by a chef who served as head chef at a Japanese restaurant in Ginza.

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The rice, water, rice vinegar, and wasabi used for the sushi are all carefully selected by the chefs, who are satisfied with every last detail.

It has a reputation for serving authentic sushi, and some people say they have come back again and again.

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One of the restaurant's features is its wide selection of Japanese sake. They have more than 20 kinds of sake, Special selected by a kikizakeshi (sake sommelier) from places all over Japan, including Shinshu, Hiroshima, and Akita.

You will want to enjoy them with sushi and Japanese food.

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Hyugamaru Asakusa Bettei is a restaurant where you can enjoy not only nigiri sushi but also grilled, simmered, and fried dishes made with seasonal fish.

It has not only counter seating but also table seating, so groups can relax and spend time here comfortably.

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Because this sushi restaurant is run by a wholesale dealer directly operated by an intermediate wholesaler, they source the best fish of the day for their nigiri (hand-formed sushi).

You can enjoy sushi made with Special ingredients such as hon-maguro (bluefin tuna), nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch), and seasonal wild caught seafood.

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Another nice point of this restaurant is that you can enjoy pairings of seasonal fish with Japanese sake and shochu. They offer local sake from all over Japan as well as seasonal limited edition Japanese sake.

They can also suggest drinks to match your food, so even if you are not familiar with Japanese sake, you can feel at ease.

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Osushiawase Sushi Horikawa is a sushi restaurant with an interior built around warm wood tones.

With counter seating only, the space feels calm and relaxed. At the counter, you can also enjoy watching the chef make the sushi.

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The menu is course-only for both lunch and dinner. You can enjoy sushi and a la carte dishes made with fish specially selected and sourced by the owner, who has more than 20 years of sushi experience.

The fish used in the dishes is said to be sourced fresh and delivered directly from Toyosu Shijo (Toyosu Market), as well as from fishermen around Japan and Hakata Shijo (Hakata Market).

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The sushi rice uses a blend of Sasanishiki and Koshihikari. They also use two kinds of sushi vinegar, aka-su (red vinegar) and komezu (rice vinegar), choosing between them based on each topping.

The sushi, made with carefully selected ingredients, is said to be excellent.