It is a well-known Edo-style sushi restaurant, established in the 12th year of Meiji era, and ranked 13th among the old and prestigious sushi restaurants. The head chef is the 5th generation, faithfully preserving the traditional techniques. The book written by the previous head chef is very famous. Today, I was lucky enough to sit at the counter! It's such a happiness to have the head chef prepare the sushi for you! I feel a sense of familiarity as I often see them on TV or in books. While savoring beer, I watch the chef's skilled work closely. I remember what the head chef said on TV: - Sushi is the taste of Edo commoners, so it shouldn't be too formal or intimidating. - Freedom is the most important, eat your favorite sushi in your own way. - With advancements in refrigeration technology, fresh sushi has become mainstream, but they have revived simmered and pickled dishes. - As an old establishment, they want as many people as possible to enjoy their sushi. The secret to deliciousness is their sincerity. Surely. Fatty tuna, lean tuna, shrimp, squid, conger eel, and more, and a little bit of tamago-yaki. The tamago-yaki is not the rolled type, what do you call it? I also added a small skin fish simmered dish, it was delicious, very satisfying. Thank you for the meal!

I made a reservation suddenly and visited the restaurant. The counter was full, so I had to sit at a table upstairs. It was still early, but the tables filled up quickly. I look forward to trying the counter seats next time. Thank you for the meal.

I made a reservation for Monday at 5:00 pm and entered the restaurant. I sat at a table on the first floor with a sunken kotatsu (heated table). The restaurant is surprisingly spacious and suitable for entertaining guests. I made a reservation for just the table, and first ordered a sashimi platter. The chu-toro (medium fatty tuna) was very delicious. Next, I had grilled squid. The texture was firm and the taste was delicious. Then, I tried anago (conger eel) from the grilled dishes. It was a bit thin, but the flavor was top-notch. It was fluffy and very tasty. Lastly, I ordered a platter for four people. I could clearly taste the bonito, chu-toro, shrimp, and Edo-style sushi, and enjoy the refined flavors. If you can have Edo-style sushi at this price in Nihonbashi, there's nothing more to say. Thank you for the delicious meal. It was really tasty.

I had lunch at a long-established sushi restaurant that has been in business for over 140 years. I tried the 3,080 yen sushi set, which included a tamago (egg) sushi that really showcased the restaurant's long history. If you're over 30, I recommend trying out a "Nihonbashi old-established sushi restaurant" - just my personal opinion! (lol)

I visited around 11:30 on a weekday with no waiting time to enter. I ordered the most luxurious lunch set available. The sushi was classic and made the most of the high-quality ingredients. The miso soup we ordered was simple yet flavorful and delicious.

A long-established restaurant located in a back street off the main street. It is close to Takashimaya department store. I visited for lunch on a weekday. When I entered, there were hardly any empty seats, showing how popular the place is. I could see a few travelers with suitcases. It had been a while since my last visit, and the chefs looked different from before. The menu offered sushi sets starting from 1,980 yen, including nigiri and chirashi options. I decided to order the nigiri set. The nigiri included squid, tuna (2 pieces), clam, bonito, egg, and eel, totaling 7 pieces. It also came with 3 different types of rolls. The portion size was a bit small, but considering the price and quality, it was well-balanced. The nigiri was made in the traditional Edo style, with vinegared rice that had a strong vinegar flavor, and the toppings were brushed with soy sauce. The egg was particularly delicious, soft and slightly sweet. The variety of rolls - cucumber, spicy tuna, and white fish - added an interesting touch to the meal.

Anyway, it's delicious. I'm very satisfied. As expected from the origin of toro, the chu-toro has a perfect balance of sweetness and umami in its fatty texture. The sea urchin has no fishy smell and melts in your mouth. Personally, the eel also left an impression on me. When the fragrant aroma hits, it melts softly, leaving behind its umami. Everything had a wonderful taste.

In the Nihonbashi area, there are longstanding restaurants offering eel, tempura, and soba with excellent value. The sushi here is exceptional. Firstly, the presentation is beautiful. It's a feast for the eyes. Each piece is crafted with precision. The dining area is spacious, reflecting the stability of a longstanding establishment. It's also convenient for gatherings. After enjoying drinks on the second floor, the thrilling staircase adds to the unique charm of this traditional restaurant.

Nigiri sushi for 3,630 yen. Bottle of beer. Medium fatty tuna. Red snapper. Salmon roe. Battleship sushi with squid, shrimp, flounder, bonito, scallop, cucumber roll, seared tuna roll, squid roll, conger eel, egg. Additional small fin tuna. This restaurant is where nigiri sushi originated from!! They don't take reservations on Saturdays, so be prepared to wait in line. However, when I went on this day around noon, there was no wait. They serve 10 pieces first, then add eel and egg later. The rice was a bit small, but it was enough for me. The eel had some bones, which was disappointing. But for this price, I was quite satisfied.

A friend who has lived in Nihonbashi since the Edo period recommended this shop to me. They say this is the original shop for fatty tuna. - 10-piece lunch set for 2,800 yen I think this is the best value for money. Three different types of rolled sushi. - 8-piece lunch set for 2,300 yen The difference from the 10-piece lunch set is the addition of scallops and horse mackerel. I was able to enjoy the deliciousness of the fatty tuna sushi.

This time, I visited the "Yoshino Sushi Main Store" in Nihonbashi for some errands. I arrived around the time the store opened on a weekday, and after waiting in line for a while, I entered the restaurant. The people in line were mostly families or groups of four, and there were some empty seats at the counter, so it seemed like calling ahead to make a reservation for 1 or 2 people could save time. The lunch menu was not fully clear to me, but for sushi, there were four grades ranging from 1,800 yen to 3,300 yen. I ordered the top-grade sushi. The meal included various types of sushi such as kappa maki, tekka maki, squid, scallop, shrimp, flounder, sea bream, salmon roe, battleship roll, bonito, and medium fatty tuna. The chefs behind the counter were quick in preparing the sushi, and the service was fast. The overall taste was decent, reminiscent of the sushi I had in the past. The rice was slightly seasoned with soy sauce, vinegar was mild, and the texture of squid and flounder was enjoyable. However, the tuna, which was supposed to be medium fatty, was mostly lean, which was disappointing. The meal ended with eel and egg sushi. It was a nostalgic experience enjoying the original sushi of Nihonbashi.

Visited Torohassho, a restaurant known for its traditional Edo-style sushi. They offer both omakase and a la carte options. However, the experience was a bit disappointing as the atmosphere lacked energy and the sushi rice was small. They didn't have grilled fish, only scallops or squid. While the food wasn't bad, it didn't quite meet my expectations. The prices were also somewhat high. On the bright side, the shellfish was delicious.

I visited Yoshino Sushi, located behind Nihonbashi Takashimaya, for lunch. The restaurant was established in 1879 and is said to be the first to serve fatty tuna sushi. The rice was slightly soft and had a good balance of vinegar. The toppings were thin, which matched well with the rice. I really enjoyed the sushi. I would like to come back for dinner as well.

This is a relatively large sushi restaurant with a head chef and several apprentices, which seems to be a common setup in the past. I had the omakase course and had the sashimi sliced first, which was quite generous in portion. Then I had the sushi also in omakase style, and each piece was meticulously crafted and delicious. The size of the rice was just right, and I was very satisfied. The grilled eel was particularly fragrant and irresistible. I also enjoyed some drinks, and the total bill came to 12,000 yen, which I think is very reasonable. The only downside was the selection of sake, but other than that, everything was excellent. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

At Nihonbashi, I finally got to dine at Yoshino Sushi Honten without having to wait in line. I ordered a 10-piece nigiri sushi set and red miso soup for ¥3,410. Both the sushi and miso soup were delicious. By the time I left, a line had formed again. #YoshinoSushiHonten #Nihonbashi #Sushi #JapaneseCuisine #NihonbashiGourmet #Lunch #Queue #FoodiesWanted

It's been a few years since I visited Tokyo due to the virus pandemic, so I decided to have some authentic Edomae sushi at Yoshino Sushi. This restaurant is famous for naming the fatty part of tuna as "Toro." During lunchtime, they offer a high-value sushi lunch set for 3,300 yen, including 11 pieces of sushi and red miso soup. The staff is efficient and the chefs work diligently at the counter, giving the place an elegant and traditional atmosphere. The sushi rice is firm and generously portioned, which I personally enjoyed. The sushi is eaten with chopsticks, and the rice has a nice vinegar flavor and a pleasant texture. The variety of sushi served included scallop, shrimp, sea bream, bonito, squid, medium fatty tuna, lean tuna, amberjack, and salmon roe. The rolls were also delicious, with a variety of fillings. The egg custard and grilled conger eel sushi were also highlights of the meal. Overall, I was very satisfied with the quality and quantity of the sushi, and the reasonable price. Yoshino Sushi is a great place to experience authentic Edomae sushi.

Visited around 11:30 on a regular day. There were about 3 groups waiting, so I thought I would have to wait for a while, but I was able to enter in about 10 minutes. There was only one group at the counter. Even though it looked like there was a line outside, the turnover seemed to be fast. The staff in the hall were quick and efficient, and there were 4 sushi chefs making sushi briskly. The menu only had prices, so everyone seemed to be asking about the contents each time. The sushi toppings were all delicious, but surprisingly, the conger eel was a bit burnt and had a slightly charred smell. It's more of a place where you can casually go for sushi as a treat rather than a high-end sushi restaurant. Thank you for the meal!

Established in 1879, this traditional sushi restaurant has been serving customers for 144 years. Known for being the first to serve toro sushi, they stick to their original recipe of using only red vinegar and salt in their shari, without adding any sweetness. The current owner, the fifth generation, continues to uphold the traditions of the restaurant, with apprentices being trained to carry on the legacy. The restaurant is also known for reviving old techniques to enhance the flavor of their sushi. The menu includes a lunch set of nigiri sushi for 3300 yen, with additional options available. The restaurant closes at 2 pm to prepare for the evening, and the chefs take their time in crafting each piece of sushi. Located near Tokyo Station, it is a convenient spot to enjoy traditional sushi, tempura, and soba.

I went to the main store of Yoshino Sushi at 11:00 at Tokyo Station, and then walked to the back of Nihonbashi Takashimaya. I felt like eating sushi after a long time. When I arrived at the restaurant, there was already a long line. In Tokyo these days, it has become common for sushi restaurants to cost 30,000 to 40,000 yen even at lunchtime, but Yoshino Sushi, established in 1879, is still providing sushi at a reasonable price, making it a great restaurant. It is famous as the first place to make fatty tuna sushi and is considered the headquarters of Edomae sushi. In my case, I have been taken to this restaurant since I was a child, so I have a strong attachment to it. Despite being a long-established restaurant, it is not even listed in the top 100 on Tabelog. Isn't that strange? Expensive restaurants are not necessarily good restaurants. I think it is meaningful to include long-established restaurants that preserve traditional flavors in the top 100. After waiting for a while and finally entering, I was disappointed to be seated at a table instead of the counter seat. Sitting at the counter is the most enjoyable at a sushi restaurant, but it was unavoidable during lunchtime. The lunch menu had three types of sushi, and I ordered the nigiri sushi for 3,630 yen. After a while, I realized that I had forgotten to order miso soup. Since I was seated at a table, the sushi was served on a large plate. The contents included bonito, scallop, sea bream, lean tuna, tamago (egg), ikura (salmon roe), anago (conger eel), chu-toro (medium fatty tuna), squid, shrimp, flounder, and rolls with cucumber, bonito, and white fish. All of them were Edomae-style sushi with red vinegar rice, and the toppings were brushed with nikiri sauce or tsume, so there was no need to add soy sauce. The tamago here is thin and wraps around the rice nicely, making it easy to eat. The best one is probably the eel. I didn't drink beer and forgot to order miso soup, but as always, I was very satisfied.

The birthplace of Negitoro Battleship! A sushi restaurant with red vinegar. Even though it's not actually red, the rice is delicious. It's a long-standing sushi restaurant that still impresses with its deliciousness today. Among them, the Otoro and Chutoro are always very delicious whenever you go! It gets crowded at lunchtime so I make a reservation every time. It's a sushi restaurant that makes you want to go every month.

A famous restaurant known for its origin in Tokyo. It has a very local sushi shop feel, despite being a long-established place, with a friendly atmosphere. You can usually get in without a reservation, even as a walk-in. The prices are quite reasonable during the day, even after a recent price increase. Personally, the acidity and saltiness of the sushi rice don't quite match my taste, but considering the price range, location, history, and other factors, it's perfect for a casual visit near Tokyo Station.