Sushi Yajima omakase
A beloved 35+ year old sushi spot offering incredible value omakase in a cozy, family-run atmosphere.
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Sushi Yajima omakase
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A beloved 35+ year old sushi spot offering incredible value omakase in a cozy, family-run atmosphere.
Book in Advance
Reservations are essential, and walk-ins are not accepted. Contact the restaurant directly or ask your hotel to assist.
Embrace the Pace
Be prepared for a fast-paced dining experience with a strict 30-minute time limit. Enjoy each bite quickly!
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Sushi
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 3-3499-6019
Address
大島ビル Ｂ１Ｆ, 1 Chome-26-31 Higashi, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0011, Japan
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Authentic Omakase Experience
Experience high-quality, melt-in-your-mouth sushi at an unbeatable price in a lively, family-run setting.
Unbeatable Price
Enjoy a generous 13-piece omakase sushi lunch for approximately 5500 yen, a true steal for the quality.
Warm & Welcoming Atmosphere
This cozy spot is run by a charming elderly couple who create a friendly, home-like atmosphere.
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Book in Advance
Reservations are essential, and walk-ins are not accepted. Contact the restaurant directly or ask your hotel to assist.
Embrace the Pace
Be prepared for a fast-paced dining experience with a strict 30-minute time limit. Enjoy each bite quickly!
Hotel Assistance for Reservations
If you can't call to make a reservation, hotel staff can often help make the call for you.
Eat Quickly!
The sushi is served very fast, sometimes before you've finished the previous piece. Embrace the speed!
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Book in Advance
Reservations are essential, and walk-ins are not accepted. Contact the restaurant directly or ask your hotel to assist.
Embrace the Pace
Be prepared for a fast-paced dining experience with a strict 30-minute time limit. Enjoy each bite quickly!
Hotel Assistance for Reservations
If you can't call to make a reservation, hotel staff can often help make the call for you.
Eat Quickly!
The sushi is served very fast, sometimes before you've finished the previous piece. Embrace the speed!
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Sushi Yajima offers an authentic, high-quality omakase experience at an exceptional price, praised for its fresh sushi and the warm hospitality of the owner couple. However, some diners find the strict 30-minute time limit and fast-paced service to be stressful and detract from the overall enjoyment.
"Reservation only, worth the price, approx. 4900 yen. Shotgun style and I ate way too fast, so I didnt take all the photos. It would have been nice to take a bit slower, as we finished in 20 mins. But I understand, as they only open for lunch and limit to 30 mins to provide high-quality sushi with great price. I was full and satisfied. Sushi rice was sticky and well-seasoned, the chef skillfully formed it just enough to hold it together, so when you eat it, it melts and falls apart in your mouth. Its worth trying. The best sushi I had was at the inner fish market and waited for 2 hours. I would prefer this reservation-only option with no wait time."
Alex Chan
"Got this place recommended by a coworker who lived in Japan for 15 years so I trusted his judgement. This was a very unique, delicious and funny experience. The chef and his wife are true entertainers. You do indeed need to prepare for a fast lunch, you won’t have time to take pictures and mingle. You get a new sushi while your mouth is still full. So keep that in mind and you will enjoy the freshest sushi! You need to make a reservation so we asked our hotel staff to help make a call for us since we can’t call here and that worked out well."
Nena Chérise
"It's good to get a booking here
Inexpensive omakase sushi lunch
Served 13 pieces of high quality hand made sushi, with a small bowl of miso soup.
Highlights were the grilled eel and the clam
Note: pace of sushi served is fast, next bite served when you are eating, generally done in 20 mins
Older woman speaks english"
Jeremy So
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, reservations are strictly required for all diners. Walk-ins are not accepted.
Meals are typically limited to 30 minutes to ensure high-quality sushi is served quickly.
Many diners have found success by asking their hotel concierge or staff to assist with making the reservation via phone.
Many reviewers agree that for the price, the sushi quality is excellent and melts in your mouth.
This is an omakase sushi restaurant, focusing solely on sushi. It may not be suitable for those who do not eat sushi.
Due to the time limit and fast pace, it's recommended to eat quickly. Photos may need to be taken very rapidly.
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