Tabelog 4.43 🥈⁣
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Chef Shimazu is currently one of the most esteemed young sushi chefs in Tokyo. He began his career at Sushidokoro Abe [寿し処阿部]. After 5 years of training, he became the head chef of Ranmaru, a popular high-ended sushiya among younger customers at Meguro, spending another 2 years there before opening his own sushiya at Shirokane [自金]. ⁣
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When I first entered the restaurant, I was immediately impressed by the energetic vibes of the staff which was quite similar to Ryujiro – Chef Shimazu was welcoming, he would command loudly but in a respectable manner at the counter. Sake selection was outstanding and priced reasonably – the Kokuryu Nizaemon I tried was in perfect condition!⁣
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Chef Shimazu’s skills are evident, proven by the consistent and al dente shari. His maguro and hikarimono were remarkable as well. Chef Shimazu’s tsumamis were very well-executed! I was particularly impressed by the complex mouthfeel and flavors of the nagaimo & maguro tsumami. The showstopper was definitely the mirugai that I added after the omakase menu. It was so sweet and juicy, finishing with a pleasant oceanic salinity!⁣
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Overall, it was an enjoyable and interactive sushi omakase. Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for a more relaxing dining experience.⁣
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💴Budget: 35,000 yen⁣⁣⁣
🐟 Neta: 9
🍙 Shari: 9⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
🦪 Tsumami: 9
🍹Drinks: 9.5⠀⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
🏢 Vibes: 9⁣⁣
⚖️ C/P: 9