Where is the best sushi in Tokyo?

Based on diner recommendations, the best sushi in Tokyo is at Sushi Zanmai. We compared 80 restaurants serving sushi.

How much does sushi cost in Tokyo?

Sushi prices in Tokyo range from ¥110.00 to ¥66500.00 across 80 restaurants.

All Dish Comparisons in Tokyo

Best Sushi in Tokyo

80 restaurants compared

Price range: ¥110.00 – ¥66500.00

Avg recommendation: 96%

Top 5 Sushi in Tokyo (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 80 restaurants:

Sushi Zanmai, ¥480.00 (Shinjuku)
Sushi Zanmai, ¥420.00 (Shinjuku)
Sushiro Shibuya, ¥400.00 (Shibuya)
Uobei Sushi Shibuya, ¥110.00 (Shibuya)
Uobei Sushi Shibuya, ¥110.00 (Shibuya)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 80 Restaurants Compared

Sushi Zanmai

Shinjuku·$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Nigiri

¥480.00

Sweet and creamy sea urchin on rice.

Sushi Zanmai

Shinjuku·$$

Salmon Roe (Ikura) Nigiri

¥420.00

Bursting with briny salmon roe.

Sushiro Shibuya

Shibuya·$

Gochitoro Uni Ikura (Premium Fatty Tuna with Sea Urchin and Salmon Roe)

¥400.00

Luxurious combination of three premium ingredients.

Uobei Sushi Shibuya

Shibuya·$

Scallop (Hotate)

¥110.00

Sweet, tender scallop with subtle briny notes.

Uobei Sushi Shibuya

Shibuya·$

Salmon with Onion & Mayo

¥110.00

Fresh salmon topped with crispy onions and creamy mayo.

Sushi Oya

Kagurazaka·$$$$

Snapper Sushi

¥5000.00

White fish sushi highlighting the delicate sweetness of seasonal snapper.

Sushiro Shibuya

Shibuya·$

Top-Quality Raw Minced Salmon and Onions

¥165.00

Diced salmon with crispy fried onions.

Uobei Sushi Shibuya

Shibuya·$

Cod Roe (Tobiko)

¥110.00

Tiny popping fish eggs providing briny bursts.

Sushi Oya

Kagurazaka·$$$$

Skipjack Tuna Sushi

¥4500.00

Seasonal skipjack tuna nigiri with clean, lean preparation.

Tip: Ask Chef Oya what's best today. His English fluency and New York/Hong Kong experience make him a thoughtful guide.

#10

Sushi Zanmai

Shinjuku·$$

Medium Fatty Tuna (Chu-Toro) Nigiri

¥350.00

Mid-grade fatty tuna with marbling, less rich than o-toro.

#1199% recommend

Sushi Saito

Roppongi·$$$$

Kegani no Temaki (Hokkaido Crab Handroll)

¥50000.00

Handroll filled with sweet Hokkaido horse hair crab and warm red-vinegar rice.

Tip: This is often the first course. Eat it immediately—the seaweed is toasted to a specific temperature and will lose its incredible 'snap' within seconds. It's the best crab roll in Tokyo.

#1299% recommend

Nemuro Hanamaru

Ginza·$$$

King Crab Hand Roll (O-ebi Tenmaki)

¥2000.00

Hand-rolled cone filled with sweet Hokkaido king crab meat and warm red-vinegar rice.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The crab flavor is remarkably concentrated. Eat it immediately—the seaweed is toasted to a specific temperature and will lose its incredible 'snap' within seconds. It's the best value-for-quality crab roll in Ginza.

#1399% recommend

Sushi Kimura

Futako-Tamagawa·$$$$

Aged Shima Aji (Striped Jack) Nigiri

¥44000.00

Striped jack aged for 2 weeks to achieve an incredible concentration of savory umami and a buttery texture.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The aging process creates a flavor that is much more intense than standard 'fresh' sushi. Eat it slowly to appreciate the complex notes—it's almost like a dry-aged steak. The rice here is seasoned with a specific white vinegar that doesn't mask the fermented fish.

#1499% recommend

Sushi Yuu

Nishi-Azabu·$$$$

Sushi Yuu Omakase Course

¥27500.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the restaurant's signature fatty tuna.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The tuna here is some of the best in Tokyo. Pay attention to how Chef Daisuke explains every piece—he is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The Friday lunch omakase (¥15,400) is an incredible value.

#1599% recommend

Sushi Kanesaka

Ginza·$$$$

Kanesaka Omakase Course

¥35000.00

Intensive sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the gold standard of traditional Edomae sushi.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The lunch course (¥15,000 range) is an incredible value for this level of mastery.

#1699% recommend

Sushi Namba

Hibiya·$$$$

Namba Precision Omakase Course

¥35000.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, each served at a scientifically precise temperature.

Tip: Look at the temperature card provided at the start of the meal! It's not a gimmick—the difference of even two degrees is remarkably noticeable. The tuna progression here is the gold standard for temperature management. Book several months in advance via a high-end concierge.

#1799% recommend

Sushi Akira

Ebisu·$$$$

20-Course Omakase

¥49500.00

Sequential service of 20 pieces of nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the absolute seasonal peak of Japanese seafood.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The 'Aburi' pieces are flash-torched with high-grade charcoal for a deep smoky depth.

#1899% recommend

Uobei Sushi

Shibuya·$

Spicy Tuna Roll

¥110.00

Signature hand-rolled maki filled with chopped tuna and a potent house-made chili oil sauce.

Tip: Order two of these immediately! They are remarkably savory and addictive. The spice level is higher than at most standard kaiten spots. The seaweed is surprisingly fresh and has a great 'snap' to it.

#1999% recommend

Sushi Taichi

Ginza·$$$$

Taichi Omakase Lunch Course

¥5500.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the restaurant's signature red-vinegar rice.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The red vinegar rice is stronger here than at many other spots—it pairs perfectly with richer fish like tuna and mackerel. Arrive right at 11:30 AM to walks right into a seat at the counter.

#2099% recommend

Sushi Hashimoto

Shintomicho·$$$$

Aged Otoro (Fatty Tuna) Nigiri

¥36300.00

Highest-grade bluefin tuna aged to concentrate its flavor, served on red-vinegar rice.

Tip: The red vinegar rice is remarkably consistent here. Pay attention to the temperature—Hashimoto-san manages it with incredible precision. It's the best baseline to judge any master's shari.

#2199% recommend

Sushi Shin

Nishi-Azabu·$$$$

Aged Otoro (Fatty Tuna) Nigiri

¥35000.00

Highest-grade bluefin tuna aged to concentrate its flavor, served on red-vinegar rice.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The lunch omakase (¥16,500) is an incredible value for this level of mastery.

#2299% recommend

Sushi Ryujiro

Minami-Aoyama·$$$$

Ryujiro Omakase Course

¥33000.00

Intensive sequential service of 20+ pieces of nigiri and appetizers, highlighting premium seasonal fish.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The tuna here is some of the best in Tokyo. Pay attention to how Ryujiro-san manages the rice temperature for each cut. The Lunch Nigiri Course (¥19,250) is an incredible value-for-quality entry point.

#2399% recommend

Sushi Sawada

Ginza·$$$$

Sawada Maguro Progression

¥45100.00

Sequential service of Akami, Chutoro, Otoro, and Aburi Otoro, highlighting the absolute range of bluefin tuna.

Tip: This is part of the 'Omakase' course. Pay attention to the temperature of the rice—it changes slightly for each cut of tuna to help the fats melt perfectly. The 'Aburi' version is flash-torched with high-grade charcoal for a deep smoky depth.

#2499% recommend

Sushi Take

Ginza·$$$$

Chef's Omakase Course

¥25000.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the unique style of Ginza's premier female master.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The 'Aburi' pieces are flash-torched with high-grade charcoal for a deep smoky depth.

#2599% recommend

Sushi Tokami

Ginza·$$$$

Tuna Tossaki Hand-roll

¥27000.00

Signature hand-roll filled with a rare, flavor-dense cut from the base of the tuna's head and warm red-vinegar rice.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The Tossaki cut has a remarkably deep flavor. Eat it immediately—the nori is remarkably crisp and will lose its 'snap' within seconds. The red vinegar rice here is one of the strongest in the city.

#2699% recommend

Sushi Sugita

Nihonbashi·$$$$

Mackerel Norimaki

¥60000.00

Sushi roll filled with pickled mackerel, ginger, and fresh shiso leaves.

Tip: This is part of the 'otsumami' (appetizer) section of the omakase. Pay attention to the seaweed—Sugita uses a specific grade that is incredibly crisp and aromatic. It's the best mackerel roll in Tokyo.

#2799% recommend

Sushi Ishiyama

Ginza·$$$$

Ishiyama Omakase Course

¥35200.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the restaurant's signature horse mackerel and aged tuna.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The lunch omakase (¥16,500) is an incredible value for this level of mastery.

#2899% recommend

Sushi Inomata

Kawaguchi·$$$$

Aged Otoro (Fatty Tuna) Nigiri

¥45000.00

Highest-grade bluefin tuna aged for up to 3 weeks to achieve an incredible concentration of flavor.

#2999% recommend

Kyubey

Ginza·$$$$

Kyubey Lunch Set (ORIBE)

¥8250.00

Prestigious 10-piece nigiri set featuring the shop's signature red-vinegar rice and premium seasonal seafood.

Tip: The 'Oribe' set is plenty for a lunch. Pay attention to the 'Gunkan-maki' (the sea urchin roll wrapped in high-walled seaweed)—Kyubey invented this style! The seaweed is remarkably crisp and aromatic.

#3099% recommend

Sushi Masumi

Minami-Aoyama·$$$$

Masumi Omakase Course

¥33000.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting the absolute seasonal peak of Japanese seafood.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The progression is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The 'Aburi' pieces are flash-torched with high-grade charcoal for a deep smoky depth.

#3199% recommend

Sushiro

Citywide·$

Salmon with Basil Cheese

¥120.00

Creative nigiri featuring fresh salmon topped with savory basil pesto and melted cheese.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The combination of the warm cheese and the cold salmon is remarkably addictive. It's the most savory thing on the menu—try it with just a touch of the house soy sauce.

#3298% recommend

Sushi Yoshitake

Ginza·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Nigiri

¥66500.00

Premium sea urchin piled high on red-vinegar sushi rice.

Tip: The red vinegar rice is stronger here than at many other Ginza spots. It pairs perfectly with richer fish like uni and fatty tuna. Eat the nigiri in one bite to experience the full balance.

#3398% recommend

Sushi Sawada

Ginza·$$$$

Kohada (Gizzard Shad) Nigiri

¥45100.00

Gizzard shad precisely pickled and aged to a silver-skinned perfection.

Tip: The kohada is the baseline to judge any master. Here, it has a remarkable resilience and a clean, sharp finish. It pairs perfectly with the strong red-vinegar shari. Don't be afraid to sit in silence—it's the traditional way here.

#3498% recommend

Sushi Shin

Nishi-Azabu·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Gunkan-maki

¥35000.00

Premium sea urchin served in the traditional 'battleship' style with remarkably crisp nori.

Tip: The nori here is remarkably crisp! It has a deep, savory punch that perfectly counters the sweet uni. Eat it immediately while the seaweed is still crackling. It's the most decadent bite of the meal.

#3598% recommend

Sushi Masumi

Minami-Aoyama·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Gunkan-maki

¥33000.00

Premium sea urchin served in the traditional 'battleship' style with remarkably crisp nori.

#3698% recommend

Sushi Namba

Hibiya·$$$$

Aged Otoro (Fatty Tuna) Nigiri

¥35000.00

Highest-grade bluefin tuna aged to concentrate its flavor, served at a precise high temperature.

Tip: The fat in the otoro is remarkably sweet! Try the first bite without any extra soy sauce to taste the quality of the aging. It pairs perfectly with the slightly warmer red-vinegar shari.

#3798% recommend

Sushi Ishiyama

Ginza·$$$$

Horse Mackerel (Aji) Nigiri

¥35200.00

Signature silver-skinned fish served with a touch of ginger and scallion on red-vinegar rice.

Tip: The horse mackerel is remarkably juicy! Try the first bite without any extra soy sauce to taste the quality of the pickling. It pairs perfectly with the slightly acidic red-vinegar shari.

#3898% recommend

Sushi Saito

Roppongi·$$$$

Aged Otoro (Fatty Tuna) Nigiri

¥50000.00

Premium fatty tuna belly, aged to concentrate its flavor, served on red-vinegar rice.

Tip: Saito's shari is remarkably consistent. Pay attention to how the rice is slightly warmer than standard sushi spots—this helps the fat of the otoro melt perfectly. It's the most technically perfect tuna bite in the city.

#3998% recommend

Sushi Inomata

Kawaguchi·$$$$

Aged Kohada (Gizzard Shad) Nigiri

¥45000.00

Gizzard shad precisely pickled and aged to a silver-skinned perfection.

Tip: The kohada is the baseline to judge any master. Here, it has a remarkable resilience and a clean, sharp finish. It pairs perfectly with the strong red-vinegar shari.

#4098% recommend

Sushi Take

Ginza·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Gunkan-maki

¥25000.00

Premium sea urchin served in the traditional 'battleship' style with crisp nori.

#4198% recommend

Kyubey

Ginza·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Gunkan-maki

¥8250.00

Premium sea urchin served in the 'battleship' style invented by the restaurant.

Tip: This is non-negotiable! The quality of the nori here is remarkably high—it has a deep, savory punch that perfectly counters the sweet uni. Eat it immediately while the seaweed is still crackling.

#4298% recommend

Sushi Kanesaka

Ginza·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Gunkan-maki

¥35000.00

Premium sea urchin served in the traditional 'battleship' style with remarkably crisp nori.

#4397% recommend

Nemuro Hanamaru

Ginza·$$$

Aburi Salmon with Soy Sauce

¥330.00

Lightly torched premium salmon nigiri seasoned with a savory-sweet soy glaze.

Tip: The salmon is remarkably juicy! Try the first bite without any extra soy sauce to taste the quality of the torching. It pairs perfectly with the slightly acidic red-vinegar shari. Order two immediately.

#4497% recommend

Sushi Tokami

Ginza·$$$$

Tokami Omakase Course

¥27000.00

Sequential service of seasonal nigiri and appetizers, highlighting premium bluefin tuna from Toyosu's top suppliers.

Tip: The red vinegar rice is the star! It's much more savory than at standard sushi spots. Pay attention to how the rice temperature changes slightly for each cut of fish to help the fats melt perfectly. The lunch course is an incredible value.

#4597% recommend

Sushi Taichi

Ginza·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥15000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a sweet-savory house tare.

Tip: The anago is remarkably soft! Try the first bite without any extra soy sauce to taste the quality of the simmer. It's the most savory bite on the menu. The chef's timing is so precise that the inside is almost liquid.

#4697% recommend

Kurasushi

Citywide·$

Raw Shrimp (Nama Ebi) Nigiri

¥115.00

Sweet, translucent raw shrimp served on perfectly seasoned sushi rice.

Tip: The raw shrimp is remarkably juicy! Try the first bite with just a touch of the provided real wasabi (found in small packets or containers) to highlight the sweetness. It's the best baseline to judge their seafood quality.

#4797% recommend

Uobei Sushi

Shibuya·$

Salmon with Mayo and Onion

¥110.00

Classic kaiten-style nigiri topped with fresh salmon, creamy Japanese mayo, and paper-thin onions.

Tip: The onions are the secret! They are remarkably fresh and cut the richness of the mayo perfectly. It's the most savory bite on the menu—don't share it if you can help it.

#4897% recommend

Sushiro

Citywide·$

Hon-Maguro (Bluefin Tuna) Akami

¥120.00

High-quality lean bluefin tuna served on perfectly seasoned sushi rice.

Tip: The akami is the best way to taste the fish! It's much higher quality than standard supermarket sushi. They often have limited-edition 'Large Cut' versions—if you see them on the screen, order two immediately.

#4996% recommend

Harutaka

Ginza·$$$$

Omakase Sushi

¥50000.00

Chef's selection sushi made exclusively from morning market ingredients.

Tip: Trust the chef completely. No special requests, no substitutions. The omakase is designed to flow perfectly.

#5096% recommend

Sushi Zanmai

Shinjuku·$$

Toro (Fatty Tuna) Nigiri

¥420.00

Melt-in-your-mouth fatty tuna belly on a bed of sushi rice.

#5195% recommend

Sushi Tokami

Ginza·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥27000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a savory-sweet house tare.

#5295% recommend

Kyubey

Ginza·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥8250.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a sweet-savory house tare.

#5395% recommend

Sushi Ryujiro

Minami-Aoyama·$$$$

Uni (Sea Urchin) Gunkan-maki

¥33000.00

Premium sea urchin served in the traditional 'battleship' style with remarkably crisp nori.

#5495% recommend

Sushi Shin

Nishi-Azabu·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥35000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a savory-sweet house tare.

#5595% recommend

Sushi Taichi

Ginza·$$$$

Kasugodai (Young Sea Bream) Nigiri

¥15000.00

Seasonal young sea bream precisely seasoned with vinegar and salt.

#5695% recommend

Sushi Sugita

Nihonbashi·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥60000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel served with a sweet-savory tare glaze.

#5795% recommend

Sushi Hashimoto

Shintomicho·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥36300.00

Warm, simmered sea eel served with a sweet-savory house tare glaze.

#5895% recommend

Sushi Kimura

Futako-Tamagawa·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥44000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a savory-sweet house tare.

#5995% recommend

Sushi Kanesaka

Ginza·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥35000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a savory-sweet house tare.

#6095% recommend

Sushi Masumi

Minami-Aoyama·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥33000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a savory-sweet house tare.

#6195% recommend

Sushi Ishiyama

Ginza·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥35200.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a sweet-savory house tare.

#6295% recommend

Sushi Saito

Roppongi·$$$$

Charred Kinme (Splendid Alfonsino) Nigiri

¥50000.00

Lightly torched splendid alfonsino with a touch of citrus and salt.

#6395% recommend

Sushi Take

Ginza·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥25000.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a savory-sweet house tare.

#6495% recommend

Sushi Yuu

Nishi-Azabu·$$$$

Anago (Sea Eel) Nigiri

¥27500.00

Warm, simmered sea eel glazed with a sweet-savory house tare.

#6595% recommend

Sushi Dai

Toyosu·$$

Omakase

¥4500.00

Chef's selection nigiri sushi featuring the morning's finest market fish.

Tip: The quality is excellent because they have first pick of the daily market. Sit at the counter to watch the chef work — the knife skills are worth the wait.

#6694% recommend