been meaning to try this place for over a year and was never able to make it work. finally was able to secure a reservation during seattle restaurant week! it's not a big establishment, but it's very cozy inside; lightly decorated with japanese knick-knacks and trinkets by the entrance, especially. the chefs even greet you as you walk in, since you walk right into the sushi bar. that's just the beginning of the wonderful service, too. our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive. she told us the specific order to eat each piece in (it differs depending on which hand is your dominant one -- ironically enough, i was the only right-handed person at my table), whether or not it needed soy sauce, what sauces/glazes/garnishes were on each piece, and where every fish was from. it was incredible. at $65 per person, each of us 19 thoughtfully chosen and beautifully crafted pieces of nigiri over five courses. i can say with confidence that this is some of the best sushi i've ever had. i'll be back. read more

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Got to try Shiro during Restaurant Week. The vibe was nice for date night and/or birthdays. They do sing to people on their birthday if you're at the counter and provide a small cute dessert. Everyone was friendly and service was always prompt. We got the Restaurant Week's set menu and the quality was pretty good for $65/person. I did notice not all the fish were as fresh as I'd like since we didn't get the chef's menu. Overall, it was worth trying out if you haven't been here. Definitely more affordable than the omakases at other places. read more

10/10 experience. This meal is something I will be talking about for quite some time. I made a reservation a month prior to make sure we could sit at the bar top, as it was for a special occasion. Their staff was friendly and extremely attentive as they refilled our drinks several times, and if we left the table they would refold our napkin before we returned. The food was out of this world. The chefs were extremely knowledgeable on their craft and educated us before each course. My personal favorite was the fatty tuna courses. I loved experiencing this restaurant from the bar top and watching the chefs do their craft. It is a pricey meal for sure but was one of the best experiences and well worth it! read more

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It was our second time heading to Shiro's and another amazing experience. The sushi was fantastic and the service was exemplary. We were fortunate to have Jareen and were seated in the back room. Her little attention to detail was impressive from chatting with our teenage son who is shy (and autistic) so having him open out of his shell to seeing that he was left handed and plating the sushi in the correct direction for him to eat. The food tasted rich and vibrant with each piece of fish incredibly fresh and nuanced in its flavors. Our youngest was having it without the shoyu since he really wanted to taste the depth of flavor on its own. We always feel amply full after the 19 pieces with the courses being so well balanced. We started with a tempura appetizer and a karaage of black cod (if this is on the menu--order it!). It truly is an experience and looking forward to returning again in the future. read more

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First time having the chef describe the preparation and origin of the fish in detail before serving it, Chef Taro leads a fun edutainment dinner for us. The chef described rare finds and special fish for us tonight, and I appreciate that he was able to accommodate a no wasabi preference for us too. Some light humor and small talk made the dinner feel light hearted and intimate. The restaurant service hands were also very attentive and respectful. Also on offer was a nigiri dessert which I have never seen. The house picked ginger was sweet and tangy, which is much better than the shaved ginger. Honestly they could bottle the stuff up and make big sales in the ginger market. There is a parking lot nearby, but we walked from the light rail station about 15 minutes away. More of a casual setting than upscale. At the end you get an option to take away a Polaroid picture as a souvenir. 20% service fee included, 70% of which goes to service staff. read more

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Came here for Valentine's Day dinner, and wow-what an experience. We had reservations (definitely the move on a holiday/weekend/special occasion), and from the moment we walked in, our experience was exceptional. The ambiance, the staff, the food.. all top tier. We ordered the Chef's Choice Sushi Course: 19 pieces of great quality nigiri served over 5 courses. This was my first omakase experience, and I was blown away. Every piece was explained well and our servers were friendly and walked us through how to enjoy each piece, including when to skip the shoyu. Everything was delicious, but a few standouts for me were the 1. Fuji Salmon, 2. Bluefin Tuna 4 Ways, 3. Madai, 4. Zuwaigani with Uni, (in no particular order). I'm already looking forward to coming back, and next time im hoping to snag a spot at the sushi bar for an even better experience. read more

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We went here for anniversary dinner and it was amazing! The staff were very friendly and explained the menu well. We got the Chef's Choice Sushi Course, which was delicious. My favorites were the Kurodai, Sockeye Salmon, and Botan-Ebi, but they were all great. At the end of the course, you can order more on an à la carte menu. read more

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Exceptional sushi at a lower price point than what it could be. Go during happy hour (4-6 table M-Th) and save yourself $15. $70 dollars for 19 pieces of high quality nigiri is a steal. You won't find any sushi rolls here but it is a killer spot for omakase type sushi. read more

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Came here looking for some good omakase but ended up getting good omakase AND A SHOW! Chef Sean was super entertaining and would tell funny stories about his life while tying it into the piece of fish that we were being served. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our omakase experience here. We were a bit taken aback by the casual atmosphere at first since the place looks more like a sit down restaurant, but our doubts quickly faded once the course started. Shiro's omakase consisted of 19 courses for $140 which I think is a steal considering other omakase spots we looked at charged a lot more. Everything was delicious and I was so full by the end of the course. We ended the night with a matcha tiramisu which was also delicious. This was a 11/10 experience and I would definitely come back next time I'm in Seattle! read more

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Sat at the sushi bar for an omakase and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Chef Taro was a delight and I enjoyed learning about each fish (size, where they lived, popularity in a part of Japan, etc). This is our third omakase in Seattle (5th in our lifetime) and we agree it is one of our favorites. The chef's all look like they're having so much fun it puts the guests at ease. Really stellar service from all staff here. We will definitely come back! read more

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Visited Shiro's for our 2-year anniversary, I can confidently say this is the best Sushi I have ever had in my entire life. That is saying something, as I've been to Japan 5 times!! The chefs are so funny and thoughtful, and each bite served is truly mind-blowing and tastes like nothing you've tasted before. 12/10 experience!! :) Excited to return, if you go I definitely recommend booking the bar seating as it is on a completely different level than the table experiences. read more

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So much fun!! Which is an odd statement for a restaurant experience but omakase was truly so entertaining. Sean was hilarious and it felt like we got a show in a meal. He will joke and explain every round, he's theatrical and witty. and of course, the food was absolutely DELICIOUS. The nigiri melts in your mouth. What a fantastic dining experience I had a BLAST. Also highly recommend the hochica tirimisu. that was so delicious I wanted to order a second. also no birthday dessert is not free haha. I will say everyone at the bar counter becomes part of your party essentially since you're addressed as a group. I enjoyed the people around us! but just a heads up it's not super duo/private. Ended up being about 200$pp after tax tip and honestly worth going at least once! read more

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We secured a Saturday night reservation at Shiro's and did the 19 piece omakase for $85 - truly amazing value that is unheard of these days. We were seated quickly upon arrival and service was fast with perfect cadence. The fish quality was superb and we thoroughly enjoyed every course. Some standouts were the salmon, and o-toro. Our server was so knowledgeable about where each fish came from and let us know which pieces were seasoned and which were not. The tamago at the end was outstanding - the best I've ever had. The restaurant was completely full when we went. Vibes inside are cozy and intimate. Really enjoyed our experience and would love to come back again! read more

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This is my second time coming back to Shiro's and had a great experience both times! We did the 85 dollars 19 piece omakase. Went with a large group of 7, made a reservation in advance, and was swiftly seated as soon as we arrived. Service was very fast, and provided the perfect amount of time between the courses. All the sushi pieces were fresh and unique, on par with many of the more expensive 100+ omakases! I particularly enjoyed the sweet shrimp with the fried shrimp head, the tuna course, and uni! All of my party were full by the end of the course, recommend not ordering appetizers to save room for the sushi. One of my favorite omakase thats reasonably priced :) read more

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I've had a lot of people recommend this place as a staple Omakase place to try in Seattle and I was luckily able to snag a table of 6 on a Thursday night. My expectations were pretty high and with the affordable price tag of $85, I can see why people recommend this place as the fish quality was substantial, tasty, and the service was phenomenal. My favorite pieces of the Omakase was the tuna plate that hey gave us which consisted of 4 types of tuna and the o-toro (fatty tuna) was definitely my favorite piece since the fattyness was decadent and melted in my mouth. The other pieces of sushi were pretty good as well but the tuna was the star of the course. Shiro's was also celebrating their 30th anniversary by offering their sashimi platter for $30 each which was an insane deal! We got 18 pieces of sashimi for $30 so our table took advantage of this and got 3 orders! The sashimi platter was pretty good for the price but it wasn't mind blowing, but the value was definitely there. Overall, I would come back if I was craving sushi omakase in Seattle! 4/5 read more

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A real treat! An amazing stop for good sushi and a special occasion. This is one of the more well known sushi spots in Seattle and it does stand out for a reason. I believe that reservations are a must but they are quite easy to grab, especially on a weekday. They are very good at making sure that your table is ready when you arrive so after I checked in, there was almost no wait before getting seated. The service here is amazing! The staff is so friendly and very attentive, noticing when you are done with food quickly, collecting trash from tables frequently, and refilling water and ginger frequently as well. I got the 19 piece, 5 course chef's choice nigiri which is $70 during happy hour and $95 outside of happy hour. It is a great deal inside of the happy hour deal and I highly suggest trying to grab a happy hour seating time if you are looking to try Shiro's for the first time! Throughout the meal, the servers go over each fish well, explaining where everything came from and letting us know whether or not to use soy sauce. The courses started with white, leaner fish and moved onto more fatty cuts later on. The tuna course was my favorite but the 4th course came in a close second. Some other highlights included: Sea bass, the scollop, sweet shrimp, and all the tuna pieces! We also visited during their 30th anniversary and also got the $30, 15 piece sashimi special which was incredibly fresh and so tasty. After everything, we were incredibly full and pleased with the service as well. The restaurant is small and does not have an overwhelmingly 'high-end' atmosphere so I did not feel the need to dress up but also felt like I could if I wanted to! A service charge is already included in the meal but an additional tip is also an option too! Overall, great experience! read more

First time at shiro's so we had to do the omakase. We weren't able to snag a seat at the bar top to watch the guys do their magic, but it was still dope to eat at this legendary sushi spot! The salmon, fatty tuna, and uni were my favorites, but let's be real, everything was so fresh and good! Overall, I'm glad I experienced it, but I probably wouldn't make it a regular thing just bc of the $! read more

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Visited Shiro's for a special occasion during happy hour for a $15 off discount on the 5 course Omakase. It is $70 during happy hour compared to $85 outside of it! We had a reservation for the dining room and were seated right away even though we came slightly early. The staff were very friendly and welcoming -- the omakase bar seemed like a silly, fun time! Our favorite course was the 2nd with the salmon selection or the tuna 4 ways. I forgot to take a photo of the 5th course, but it was also delicious! We hope to come back someday! read more

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Taste: 5/5 Value: 5/5 Presentation: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Came for the omakase meal at the bar. Very tasty and great vibes although nothing beats the omakase meal you get at the tables given the price and variety of fish you get. Definitely will be back, but likely will stick to the table tastings. read more

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We had a really great Omakase experience here. We were served by chef Kurisu & chef Yuhei - just the most friendliest and funniest chefs ever! They really made our experience extra wonderful! The omakase itself was super delicious. Every piece was fresh and well seasoned and paired. The price is pretty affordable for the quality and experience you get. Highly recommend! read more

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Years later and I still think about this spot. I look forward to returning later this year. This may have been the most I had spent on sushi ever - but it was well worth it. We enjoyed sitting at the sushi bar and receiving bite after tasty bite. The sushi chef was hospitable and fun. Our taste buds and bellies were overjoyed. 10/10. read more

Came with a big group to celebrate a birthday. We had a 7pm reservation, but ended up having to wait for ~10 min before we were seated. Service otherwise was fine. Food was a bit slow to come out, but expected since our group was large. Food was not bad. I was excited for the black miso cod, but it wasn't as umami and buttery as other black cod I've had before. The sushi quality was good, the pieces weren't super outstanding though. For ex, there was a crab uni piece where the crab overpowered the uni. Made it feel like more of a gimmick than actual flavor intention. Ambiance was okay. The interior is pretty and minimal, but it gets quite loud with the other tables all so close. Overall, this was okay. I prefer kashiba even with the higher price point because of the ambiance and complementary flavors of each nigiri piece. read more

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I love dining at Shiro's! The quality of the sushi is amazing. I've done both table and bar omakase and both are great. Most recently I did bar omakase for the first time to celebrate an anniversary and it was so worth it. It was so fun talking with Chef Toro and his other chefs during dinner and learning about the different fish. The fish is so fresh and the soup was so deep in flavor. I would definitely come back here for bar omakase for a special occasion. They offer table omakase for a cheaper price during happy hour and Seattle restaurant week as well! read more

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This is the first time I went to Shiro but wish I would've gone sooner!! Everything we ordered was amazing! We got the 19 pcs omakase, 15 pcs nigiri combo and broiled black cod. Omakase was good, server explained everything and asked us what we liked the most. Very friendly Broiled black cod- just thinking about it now makes me drool so flaky, soooo good! It is their 30th year anniversary so one of their specials is the 15pcs nigiri for $30. Lighting is good, space is a little tight I think for large parties but comfortable for a party of 4. It was my brother's birthday and they took a Polaroid photo of us and make it into a card. read more

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This was easily the best sushi experience of my life. The food is incredibly fresh - the omakase experience was spectacular - each bite was better than the last and each joke from the sushi chef hit a little harder as we all became a little more familiar. It is a small intimate space - clean and in a great location. Sitting at the bar, you get amazing service. The chefs are feeding you and the wait staff come along to clear plates and offer drinks. It's about $200 per person - but it's well with the price tag. Treat - Yo - Self! read more

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I first eaten here in 1994 and loved the sushi experience. Been back several times when I visited but not since Covid. Shiro's is now Omakase experience but reasonably price, currently at $70 for five courses with 19 pieces of sushi! Normal price is at $85, quite a bargain for Omakase. Sushi & service was very good. read more

Can't best the restaurant week deal. With 4 way tuna, snow crab, sweet shrimp, uni- literally a steal. There are some rarer ive never had before too. Absolutely loved the king mackerel, and the I generally don't like hirame or albacore- but theirs was really fresh and flavorful. Will def be back! read more

Shiro's - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Tried this place during my seattle trip upon reddit recommendation and was very disappointed to be honest. I get that this is super cheap for omakase, but that doesn't mean that the fish should taste "fishy." As a sushi fan, I don't think this place should be recommended for best sushi in town but rather for valued sushi anything. Servers were very attentive. Overall, disappointing experience due to sushi taste/quality. read more

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We came for happy hour on a Monday. We had made reservations through Resy. We weren't sure about the parking situation and got there a bit early and thankfully found street parking across from the restaurant. We were promptly seated and the server explained the menu and specials to us. We each needed to order an omakase of sorts so we got the 12 piece nigiri sushi plate and we also order their anniversary special sashimi which was 15 pieces for $30 and they only had a limited 10 orders per evening so we thankfully got it too. The food was good although some pieces of fish weren't the easiest to chew. The tamago reminded us of honey cake which was pretty unique. The servers were friendly. The restaurant was definitely lively and the spacing between tables could have been a little farther apart but not too bad. read more

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TL;DR: Sit at the bar or don't bother. The food isn't revolutionary, but it's executed so well that it's still worth the trip--if you get the right seat. Food: Not boundary-pushing or artistic, but fresh, precise, and seriously dialed-in. A masterclass in doing simple things extremely well. Drinks: Wine and sake options are solid, but after trying both, I'd go sake--it complements the food better and adds more interest. Vibe: The bar is where the magic happens. It's part performance, part hospitality, and gives the experience real energy. Elsewhere in the restaurant? Dead. Generic. Forgettable. If you're not at the bar: The flaws start to show. The decor is dated, the food feels less special, and the service fades into the background. Without that bar interaction, the whole thing reads as excellent mediocrity--technically great but emotionally flat. read more

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Such a great place. Unpretentious exterior that hides amazing talent; I loved every single bite. The bluefin tuna was incredible, and the shrimp sushi was unreal; I never knew shrimp could be so melt-in-your-mouth tender. Adrian was a phenomenal waiter, so nice and knowledgeable. He was a delight. Highly, highly recommend. If you're an adventurous eater, this place is worth it. read more

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Called 2 weeks in advance to get a table at 6:30pm. Unfortunately, the sushi bar wasn't available. street parking was fairly easy to find. In Seattle it's free after 8PM, fyi. The food was nothing short of spectacular. My favorite was the medium fatty tuna. I can still remember the buttery smooth texture of the fish and it makes me salivate! The waiter was really knowledgeable in walking through the different selections of nigiri. We ordered the chef's choice which is 19 pieces of nigiri, for $85/person. We also ordered a hot dish, the cod fish. It was sooooo good and only $20. It was really reasonably priced. I'd come back just for the black cod if it wasn't for the nigiri. We ended the night with a wonderful light matcha Tirimisu with candied nuts. It was AMAZING. We should've ordered two because it was small portion wise. Though they don't comp a free dessert, they take a polorid at the end which I thought was a nice touch and give you a photo as a keepsake and also write happy bday with a candle for the dessert. The tables are pretty squeezed together so you can definitely hear other ppl's conversations. It's not the most intimate vibe but you're basically there for the quality of the food. I'd love to try the omikase at the sushi bar next time. Totally worth it and one of the best meals I've had all year so far! 100% would recommend PS- they even brew their own soy sauce! They purposely add less salt so it doesn't mask the taste of the fish. Amazing. read more

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The food here is some of the best sushi you can find. The style is called edomae, which you can consider to be classic. Forget the rolls smothered in sweet sauces you don't get that here. The prices are a little high but you are getting a real food experience. The service is excellent and they make the whole evening fun and interesting. It's a casual and relaxed atmosphere. I ordered the kaiseki set menu which is made up of more than a dozen individual items that are seasonal. If you're a foodie and love classic edomae style sushi this is your stop. read more

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Exquisite Fish and Service Growing up in Japan, I'm a bit of a sushi snob. It has to be pretty remarkable sushi for me to stomach it. Any bit of poor taste and it's a really bad experience for me. 9 out of 10 usually have me pushing away the plate. So, I usually just avoid sushi places to save myself from an empty stomach and a soul of disappointment with a yearning for a return to islands. A colleague had visited Shiro's and vouched for its quality with his Asian SO. The Yelp ratings say it's superior. And it was a special celebration for him, so I gave myself to trying. Best sushi I've had in the USA in the past 10 years. Each flight of sushi was expertly cut and presented. The flavor and quality was exceptional. Three even qualify as memorable-- where you close your eyes and process the mix of flavor, scent, and texture. Then, we read about the piece to understand better what you processed. The different fish and cuts open a world of experience, just like sushi is meant to. We ordered a couple of special pieces to keep the experience going, and I am glad that we did. The service was attentive and kind. We waited for nothing, other than a small delay for our table at the onset of our reservation. Only note that it is a $$$ dining experience. Worth it, though, and I'll be back for a future special occasion. read more

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One of the best omakases I had in seattle! Def recommend sitting at the chef's table if you can it is so worth it! It is about 2 hours long honestly it goes by so fast! The fish is sooooo fresh and all melts like butter. The service is also so nice and everyone is so fun and nice! So nice to go for anniversaries and special days! The ambiance is cute and has a hole in the wall kind of vibe. read more

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I can't believe it took me so long to try this place. At the time of my visit, the omakase was $85. We were seated at a table instead of the sushi bar. Every piece we had was amazing with quality ingredients. The server gave recommendations on which pieces to dip in soy sauce and which to enjoy as it is. The courses came out at a slower pace, but the servers were attentive to our needs and very friendly. I've tried other omakase restaurants in the area that some were expensive but didn't meet the standard for the price. I would definitely come back for another omakase experience, especially they have happy hour and discount during Seattle restaurant week. read more

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Came with a group of 8 on a weeknight (make sure to reserve)! Pretty large restaurant that offers both table and counter seating. We did the default sushi course dinner -- fish was super tasty and fresh. Service was pretty standard. We did have to wait a bit for our foood but understandable given how large our party was. It's a good spot for group omakase as it gets pretty loud in the restaurant. Overall good spot to try at least once in Seattle! It's a decent price point as well - good spot for affordable omakase. read more

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Shiro's is, without a doubt, my favorite omakase restaurant on the West Coast. Having dined at Michelin-starred omakase spots in NYC, I can confidently say that Shiro's is a worthy match. From the freshness of the fish to the rare and unique cuts you won't find elsewhere, every detail is thoughtfully executed. Every bite feels like a Ratatouille-style explosion of flavor. The perfect balance of salt, yuzu, torching, and other elements that elevate the "salt, fat, acid, heat" flavor profiles. The chefs don't just prepare incredible food--they also create an engaging and enjoyable experience. Special shoutout to Sean for recognizing me and my partner on our second visit. His energy truly brings the party! Shiro's is my go-to for any special occasion when I'm in Seattle. Until next time! read more

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Food: This is probably one of the best omakase value in Seattle. We made a reservation for the bar and it was $140 per person. But if you sit at the regular table, it'll be $85, but you won't get the full omakase experience since all of the pieces come all at once compared to getting it 1 by 1. I dined here twice and did both experiences and had a good time both times. I definitely want to go again during their happy hour since it'll be $70 (19 pieces) or $45 (12 pieces). The chefs were so funny and interactive and it's on par to the omakases in New York Ambiance: Super cozy and small! Overall: I haven't tried any of the other omakase in Seattle, but it's definitely one of my top omakase experience when comparing to the ones I've been in at New York read more

A great place for special occasions! The table omakase is cheaper than the bar experience but is a very different experience. The sushi comes out in small sets of 3-4 pieces at a time. Sushi quality was great! Our servers were extremely professional and helpful. They helped us choose a sake and described each sushi piece. There was almost no wait in between plates. The desserts were super tasty! The matcha tiramisu was fluffy and the candied nuts were a nice touch. The raindrop mochi is something I've literally been wanting to try for 10 years and I'm so glad I finally got to try it. It's pretty much what you'd expect, but I loved the flavors (black sugar, kinako)! The presentation was also great read more

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