Sukiyabashi Jiro

Tokyo, Japan

The sushi connoisseur's choice in Tokyo. Former President Barack Obama is a fan, claiming it's the best sushi he'd ever eaten after a 2014 visit, while legendary French chef Joël Robuchon said the experience convinced him of sushi as an art form. Reservations are tough to secure with just ten seats at the counter, but the line-up of morsels on the 20-piece omakase menu won't disappoint, with each piece individually prepared. Marble sole, abalone, Japanese Jack mackerel, sea urchin, saltwater eel, round clams – whatever is fresh from the sea will appear in front of you. Sushi master Jiro Ono – held by his peers to be one of greats in the field – continues to make the occasional appearance for special guests, preparing the delicate dishes, brushing each with soy sauce, though it is now his son Yoshikazu who acts as head chef.

Key Information

• Tasting menu from $545
• Lunch and dinner: Mon – Sun
• 81 3 3535 3600
• Visit Sukiyabashi Jiro's Website

Location

4 Chome−2−15 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 104-0061