Tokyo · Kenji Watanabe
Best Omakase & Sushi in Tokyo
Tokyo omakase ranges from accessible lunch counters to once-in-a-lifetime 20-course experiences.
TL;DR
Tokyo is the global capital of sushi, and omakase remains the definitive way to experience it. Our 2026 guide evaluates counter restaurants on fish quality, rice temperature, service in English, and booking accessibility for international visitors — from Michelin two-starred Harutaka in Ginza to the legendary counter at Sukiyabashi Jiro's Roppongi branch.
Our top picks
★★★ Michelin
Harutaka
Japanese · Sushi
4.8
Expert 9.6/10
An eight-seat Ginza counter where aged Edomae sushi is served one exacting piece at a time.
★★ Michelin
Sushi Kanesaka
Japanese · Sushi
4.8
Expert 9.2/10
A twelve-seat Shinbashi counter where Shinji Kanesaka ages his own fish and lets rice temperature do the rest.
★★ Michelin
Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongi Branch
Japanese · Sushi
4.7
Expert 9.2/10
The Roppongi counter that extends the Jiro lineage, built on the same unforgiving rice and knife work.
How much does omakase cost in Tokyo?
Expect ¥15,000–¥30,000 ($100–$200) for high-end omakase, with three-Michelin-starred counters running higher.
Can tourists book Tokyo omakase?
Yes, but plan 3–8 weeks ahead. FlightLogic marks restaurants that accept international credit cards and English-language booking.