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Located near Shinjuku Kabukicho and TOHO Cinemas, this sushi restaurant is bright, clean, and the chefs are very efficient. We opted for the course menu where we could enjoy a selection of carefully chosen sushi, with bluefin tuna being the highlight. The meal started with a dish of Mino tofu topped with sea urchin, which was a delightful combination of salty and sweet flavors, with contrasting creamy textures. Next, we had a sashimi platter of bluefin tuna and squid. The tuna, a specialty of this restaurant, was incredibly fresh, evident from its vibrant color. The squid had a tender, almost sticky texture. Without delay, we were served a nigiri of wagyu beef loin, topped with more sea urchin. It was a luxurious dish, with the beef melting in the mouth and perfectly complemented by the sea urchin. The upscale ingredients continued with a tender simmered abalone, offering a mix of chewiness and crunchiness. The broth was gentle and soothing. This was followed by a series of nigiri sushi. The fatty tuna was rich and flavorful, leaving us speechless. The sweet shrimp was succulent and made us want to savor it slowly. The ark shell came in two variations, both offering a delightful oceanic flavor and texture. The golden snapper nigiri was delicately flavored, providing a nice contrast to the previous bold flavors. The rice portions were smaller, catering to female diners, and the variety was thoughtful. The meal continued with a hot pot of wagyu beef shabu-shabu, served in small portions, each bite a delight. The nigiri resumed with marinated lean tuna, showcasing its beauty and depth of flavor. The shrimp nigiri was thick and well-seasoned, allowing the shrimp's flavor to shine. The medium fatty tuna was a delightful balance between richness and freshness. The sea urchin hand roll was a direct burst of sea urchin flavor, a unique treat. The seared fatty tuna nigiri was a delightful surprise, adding a smoky aroma to the already delicious tuna. The meal ended with a plump eel nigiri, a perfect finish. Finally, we were served egg, pickled goby fish, and seaweed miso soup, made with tuna broth, utilizing every part of the tuna. The final sushi was a luxurious fatty tuna roll. The dessert was a strawberry cake, a lovely contrast to the previous high-end ingredients, providing a comforting end to the meal.