Sushi Arai

Sushi · Tokyo · Michelin One Star · Chef Yuichi Arai

Awarded one Michelin star, Sushi Arai is an Edomae sushi counter in Tokyo led by chef Yuichi Arai. Located in Ginza, the basement restaurant serves a high-end omakase centered on seasonal seafood and red-vinegar-seasoned shari rice. A signature feature is its vintage-inspired wooden ice box built into the back wall.

Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Tokyo

  • One Star

Menu

Cocktails

  • Born Gold (2200) — Smooth Fukui junmai daiginjo.
  • Access (5)
  • Main counter (2F – Chef Arai) (38500)
  • Second counter (B1F – sous chef) | ~ (36000)

Tasting Menu

  • Omakase Course (38500)
  • Lunch Omakase (20000) — Seasonal sushi course.
  • Dinner Omakase (35000) — Full dinner omakase by Chef Yuichi Arai, who trained 8 years at Ginza Kyubey and 6 years at Sushi Takumi before opening independently in Ginza at age 33 in 2015.
  • Omakase Course C (55000)
  • Dinner course (30000)
  • Omakase Course B (55000)

Dishes

  • Sous Chef Counter (B1F) (36000)
  • Kohada — Cured gizzard shad, classic Edomae.
  • Akami — Lean bluefin with depth.
  • Chutoro — Medium fatty tuna, balanced.
  • Otoro — Fatty tuna belly, supreme.
  • Anago — Sea eel with sweet glaze.
  • Children (12)
  • Main Counter – Option B (38500)
  • Starting Price (38000)
  • Tamago — Sweet egg omelette.

The Experience

An intimate and minimalist room built around the chef's counter. The meal is structured around an omakase experience. A good fit for dining solo.

Phone: +81 3-6264-5855

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