I regularly visit Sushi Namba, and this review is from June 2026.The day began with a refreshing appetizer bursting with the flavors of summer, featuring tender water shield in a tangy broth.The octopus from Sajima, simply boiled with salt, showcased a delightful texture and a sweet aroma that expanded with each bite, perfectly embodying the rich and vibrant flavors of Sushi Namba.The following dishes, including Kinki fish, Nital whale, Kue, and Ankimo, skillfully highlighted the umami of the ingredients while minimizing any off-flavors. The fried tuna and Anago were complemented by the fragrant notes of nori, wasabi greens, and herbs, creating a delightful interplay of textures and tastes.As we moved to the nigiri, the smoothness of the white squid, the refined umami of the sea bream, the clear and rich summer-like white fish, and the exquisitely fragrant striped jack all stood out.The steamed abalone and sea urchin harmonized beautifully, with the umami of the abalone melding perfectly with the kombu aroma. The red and fatty tuna offered a refreshing juiciness, a hint of iron, acidity, and high-quality fat.This course was a true representation of Sushi Namba, combining refreshing elements with robust flavors, leaving a lingering essence of summer in each dish.▪️ Price ▪️Course + approximately 3 glasses of wineJPY 50,000▪️ Duration of the Course ▪️About 2 hours▪️ Dishes Enjoyed ▪️● Appetizers 【Water Shield, Abalone, and Aoyagi】★★★★★ 【Sajima Octopus】★★★★★★ 【Kinki Fish】★★★★★ 【Nital Whale】★★★★★ 【Kue】★★★★★ 【Ankimo】★★★★★ 【Fried Tuna】★★★★★ 【Anago】★★★★★ 【Asari Chawanmushi】★★★★★ ● Nigiri 【White Squid】★★★★★★ 【Sea Bream】★★★★★ 【Hiragai】★★★★★ 【Spring Sea Bream】★★★★★ 【Hata】★★★★★★ 【Bonito】★★★★★ 【Striped Jack】★★★★★★ 【Steamed Abalone】★★★★★ 【Sea Urchin】★★★★★★ 【Botan Shrimp】★★★★★ 【Red Tuna】★★★★★ 【Fatty Tuna】★★★★★ 【Kohada】★★★★★ 【Otoro】★★★★★ 【Kanpyo Maki】★★★★★ 【Tamago】★★★★ ▪️ Detailed Descriptions ▪️ 【Water Shield, Abalone, and Aoyagi】★★★★★ The water shield bursts in a tangy broth, while the abalone offers a delightful crunch and umami, with the aroma of aoyagi extending beautifully. A refreshing appetizer for the early summer.【Sajima Octopus】★★★★★★ Boiled with only salt, it has a pleasant texture. The aroma and sweetness expand with each bite, defined by the salt and sudachi. A rich and vibrant octopus from Sushi Namba.【Kinki Fish】★★★★★ From Abashiri, Hokkaido, this kinki has collagen-rich skin. Its flavor is not overly fatty, asserting itself firmly in the broth's umami. A summer kinki that stands out.【Nital Whale】★★★★★ Moist and refreshing, it melds beautifully in the mouth, releasing umami with each bite. There’s no off-flavor, and the beautiful taste is enhanced by the condiments.【Kue】★★★★★ Lightly grilled and served shabu-shabu style. The shimmering fat on the surface is visually appealing, stimulating the appetite. The roasted skin's aroma enhances the powerful umami of the flesh, perfectly balanced by the ponzu's acidity.【Ankimo】★★★★★ Trimmed to remove any off-flavors, this ankimo is soft and melts in the mouth, showcasing a clean umami typical of the season, deepened by the sauce's richness.【Fried Tuna】★★★★★ Wrapped in nori with wasabi greens, the crispy nori and crunchy batter create a delightful contrast. The concentrated aroma and umami of the tuna emerge, enhanced by the nori's fragrance and the wasabi's sharpness. A delightful interplay of textures and flavors.【Anago】★★★★★ The crispy surface releases a deep, aromatic flavor, while the tender flesh reveals its rich umami. The sauce enhances the flavor, complemented by herbs that provide a refreshing touch. An excellent pairing.【Asari Chawanmushi】★★★★★ The umami of the clams melds beautifully with the sweetness of the steamed egg, free of any off-flavors. The large Kisarazu asari clams are tender and luscious, bursting with flavor when bitten.Nigiri 【White Squid】★★★★★★ Smooth and soft, the white squid melds seamlessly with the rice, expanding in aroma and sweetness.【Sea Bream】★★★★★ A beautiful umami characteristic of white fish, extending gracefully over the rice. Elegant and powerful, it captures the essence of summer.【Hiragai】★★★★★ A delightful texture, cut to a perfect thickness that blends harmoniously with the rice, releasing its aroma and umami with each bite.【Spring Sea Bream】★★★★★ The plump flesh integrates softly with the rice. The transparent umami of the flesh and the aroma of the rice melt together, creating a beautiful nigiri experience.【Hata】★★★★★★ The firm flesh retains moisture, showcasing a clear and rich flavor on the rice. A summer-like white fish.【Bonito】★★★★★ An airy mouthfeel that lightly stimulates the salivary glands, delivering the fresh umami of the first bonito to the brain.【Striped Jack】★★★★★★ The fat enveloping the flesh is of high quality, slowly melting in the mouth. The umami is natural and robust, with a fragrant aroma that is endlessly rich. An exquisite striped jack.【Steamed Abalone】★★★★★ 【Sea Urchin】★★★★★★ The firm texture of the abalone extends its umami with each chew. The sauce combines rice and sea urchin beautifully.The kombu aroma from the Rishiri sea urchin and the umami of the abalone blend perfectly, framed by the acidity of the rice. A remarkable connection from abalone to sea urchin. Delicious.【Botan Shrimp】★★★★★ Large botan shrimp with a sticky texture. The soft sweetness and waves of shrimp aroma come rushing in.【Red Tuna】★★★★★ Juicy, luscious, deep, and bursting with iron and acidity. A summer-filled red tuna. Delicious.【Fatty Tuna】★★★★★ Smooth fat that is rich yet not heavy, of high quality. The flesh's acidity is just right, the umami is strong, and the aroma is rich. A sparkling summer's smart fatty tuna.【Kanpyo Maki】★★★★★ The aroma of nori, juicy kanpyo, the umami of rice, and the fragrance of wasabi all come together beautifully with each bite.Thank you for reading. If you found this helpful, I would appreciate a "like" or a "follow."I also have an Instagram account. I would be grateful if you could check it out.Instagram: gatarou19 URL: https://www.instagram.com/gatarou19