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    Sushi Arata, Restaurant in Akita
    Restaurant
    Tabelog 2025

    Sushi Arata

    Akita

    Restaurant in Akita, Japan

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    The Read

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Sushi Arata has earned Tabelog 100 honors three times (2021, 2022, 2025) for its focused fish work and sake-forward omakase, priced at JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999: well below Tokyo's equivalent counters. The counter seats walk-ins and solo diners; a private tatami room handles groups. Book a few days ahead for weekend dinner, or try weekday lunch for easier counter availability.

    About Sushi Arata

    Sushi Arata is a premium venue in Akita with a price range of JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999. Its dress code is smart casual, making it a polished but not overly formal choice for diners planning a special meal in the city.

    The venue is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 selection.

    Planning Basics

    Public-facing planning details for Sushi Arata are limited. The essentials are straightforward: the venue is in Akita, the price range is JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999, and the dress code is smart casual.

    Because hours, seating formats, reservation requirements, and payment methods are not listed, diners should confirm those details directly before visiting. That is especially important for a premium restaurant where availability and service arrangements can vary.

    Recognition

    Sushi Arata's recognition includes its inclusion in Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025.

    For diners comparing options in Akita, the price bracket places Sushi Arata in a premium range.

    How It Fits in Akita's Dining Tier

    Within Akita's restaurant landscape, Sushi Arata stands out on the basis of its JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999 price range and its 2025 Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST recognition. Other named dining options include Akita Gyugentei Sannou bekkan, FRUTTO, Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse, Sake Tomi, and Shuhai.

    For a first visit, keep the plan simple: treat Sushi Arata as a premium Akita booking, dress smart casual.

    Venue detailsSustainable Seafood
    Know before you goBefore you book
    Recognition and awards1 source
    Also considerAlternatives
    Restaurant contextAkita, Japan

    Planning details

    Location
    秋田県秋田市新屋扇町5-2
    Website
    tabelog.com/en/akita/A0501/A050101/5000861
    Phone
    +81188281030
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    Venue details

    Ambiance

    A quiet, refined neighborhood sushi spot with counter seating and a separate tatami room, giving it a classic and intimate feel.

    Tags

    Vibe

    ClassicElegantQuiet

    Best For

    SoloSpecial OccasionBusiness Dinner

    Experience

    Standalone

    Sourcing

    Sustainable SeafoodLocal Sourcing

    View

    Street Scene

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Quiet
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Small
    Kitchen
    Traditional
    Menu Format
    A la carte
    Drinks Focus
    Sake
    Dietary
    Pescatarian friendly
    Private Dining
    Available
    Know before you go

    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    秋田県秋田市新屋扇町5-2

    Planning details

    Location

    秋田県秋田市新屋扇町5-2 · Directions

    +81188281030

    tabelog.com/en/akita/A0501/A050101/5000861

    Recognition and awards

    Also consider

    Also Consider

    • FRUTTO, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
    • Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
    • Shuhai, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999 View spending breakdown
    • Sake Tomi, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
    • Akita Gyugentei Sannou bekkan, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

    Restaurant context

    At JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999 per head, Sushi Arata commands Akita's top price tier and delivers the critical credentials to justify it: three Tabelog 100 selections since 2021, a sake-and-fish pairing philosophy, and technical execution that rivals Sendai's better-known counters. FRUTTO (JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999) and Hinai Jidori Kushi Sot l'y laisse (JPY 10,000–JPY 14,999) offer comparable check averages but lack the formal recognition and fish-focused rigor. For splurge-worthy sushi in Akita, Sushi Arata is the only option with national-level pedigree.

    If the price or formality feels steep, Shuhai (JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999) provides izakaya-style seafood at half the cost, though you trade omakase pacing for à la carte flexibility. Sake Tomi (JPY 6,000–JPY 7,999) is the value play for casual fish and sake, suitable for weeknight dinners without ceremony. Booking difficulty favors Sushi Arata over Tokyo counters, call a few days ahead rather than fighting for slots weeks out, but expect a quieter, neighborhood-anchored atmosphere that rewards repeat visits over one-time trophy hunts.

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I wear to Sushi Arata?

    Sushi Arata's dress code is smart casual. Neat, polished clothing is appropriate; formal attire is not specifically required.

    What should a first-timer know about Sushi Arata?

    Sushi Arata is in Akita, has a price range of JPY 15,000–JPY 19,999, and lists smart casual as its dress code. It is also included in Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025.