Lean tuna serves as the palate-setter, traditionally served early in omakase. The bright red colour and delicate flavour showcase the quality of the fish from that morning's auction. This baseline establishes the standard for what follows.
Often included as the 8th piece or available as an add-on. The scallop's natural sweetness is highlighted by its freshness. One reviewer called it superb, indicating it's worth ordering if not already included.
The signature piece at Daiwa. Because the fish is auctioned that morning, the otoro has excellent freshness and marbling. Reviewers consistently say the tuna literally melts in your mouth. This is why people queue at 6 AM.
Tips from diners
This is the moment you understand why the early hours matter. The tuna quality is incomparable. Don't skip it.
The uni is notably creamy and sweeter than typical Tokyo options. Its quality reflects the freshness advantage of shopping at the market before opening hours. Reviewers note it rivals uni from much more expensive restaurants.
Tips from diners
The sweetness here is remarkable for the price point. This is university-level uni at a fraction of Ginza prices.
The sweet tamagoyaki serves as the traditional ending to an omakase course, followed by warm miso soup. These signal the meal's completion. The soup provides warmth and umami after the delicate sushi pieces.
Located inside Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market, Daiwa Sushi serves some of the freshest sushi in the city. The restaurant purchases fish directly from the morning auctions, meaning your nigiri sushi contains tuna caught and auctioned just hours before. Faster service and shorter waits than neighbouring Sushi Dai, with a larger counter and more capacity. Expect to spend 15-30 minutes at the bar.
Opens at 6 AM to catch the early market crowd. No reservations — first come, first served. Arrive by 6:15 AM to avoid waits. By 8 AM, expect 1-2 hour queues.
The fish is literally auctioned that morning inside Toyosu Market. You're eating the freshest sushi possible in Tokyo. Walk around the market before eating to see the tuna auctions.
Shorter waits than Sushi Dai (1-2 hours vs 4-5 hours) and twice as many seats. Service is quick — you'll be in and out in 15-30 minutes. Counter only, so arrive ready to sit immediately.
Closed Sundays and Wednesdays (note: some sources say Tuesdays). Confirm the calendar before making the trip. Operating hours are 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM only.
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