Sushi Izakaya Taru
Shimmachi, Aomori
Restaurant in Aomori, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
A Tabelog 100 Best izakaya in Aomori serving seafood-focused sushi and small plates at JPY 5,000 per head. Open weekdays only, cash-only, with an 8-seat counter and table seating for groups. Strong fish selection, casual service, and a sake list heavy on Aomori producers.
About Sushi Izakaya Taru
Should you book Sushi Izakaya Taru in Aomori? Yes, if you want a casual dinner option with a budget of JPY 5,000–5,999 and you can make its weekday evening schedule work. Sushi Izakaya Taru is open Monday through Friday from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and it is closed Saturday and Sunday. It is best considered for a straightforward Aomori dinner rather than a weekend plan.
What to Know
Sushi Izakaya Taru is best approached as a casual Aomori dinner spot rather than a restaurant to book around a specific menu, seating style, or chef-led format.
The dress code is casual. That makes Sushi Izakaya Taru easier to fit into a weekday itinerary than a formal special-occasion restaurant, provided the timing works. Plan around dinner service.
Timing, Budget, and Planning Notes
Open Monday through Friday, 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday. That schedule makes it a poor fit for weekend-only visitors, but potentially useful if you are in Aomori on a weekday evening.
Budget JPY 5,000–5,999. Within Pearl’s Aomori coverage, that places Sushi Izakaya Taru as a mid-range dinner option compared with more or less expensive local dining choices, though exact comparisons should be checked venue by venue before booking.
If you're exploring Aomori's dining scene more broadly, check out our full Aomori restaurants guide for more options, or browse our full Aomori hotels guide if you're planning an overnight stay. For later plans, the Aomori bars guide covers more of the city.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5–11 PM · Tuesday: 5–11 PM
- Location
- 1 Chome-11-13 Shinmachi, Aomori, 030-0801, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/aomori/A0201/A020101/2006270
- Phone
- +81 17-773-9955
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, cozy izakaya with counter and table seating, a lively after‑work atmosphere, and a focus on fresh seafood and drinks rather than formal decor.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Omakase, Counter dining, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Shochu, Beer
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Assorted local sashimi platter
- Omakase assorted sushi
- Fresh scallops from Aomori
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Chome-11-13 Shinmachi, Aomori, 030-0801, Japan
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–11 PM
- Thursday
- 5–11 PM
- Friday
- 5–11 PM
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
1 Chome-11-13 Shinmachi, Aomori, 030-0801, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Kashu, Notable alternative
- Strauss, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- Tsugaru Kappou Mirai, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- NATUR, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Hata Zen, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
At JPY 5,000–5,999, Sushi Izakaya Taru sits in the middle of Aomori's izakaya price spectrum. Strauss costs less (JPY 3,000–3,999) but lacks the Tabelog pedigree and seafood focus; if you're on a tighter budget or want a more casual drop-in, that's the easier choice. Tsugaru Kappou Mirai charges JPY 15,000–19,999 for kaiseki-style service, delivering a more formal progression and higher polish, book there if you want a special-occasion meal rather than an izakaya pace. Hata Zen (JPY 10,000–14,999) occupies the space between the two, offering refined small plates without full kaiseki structure.
The Tabelog 100 recognition gives Sushi Izakaya Taru an advantage over Kashu, which has no listed awards or price tier, and NATUR (under JPY 1,000), which skews toward lighter bites. If you're after izakaya-style seafood and sake at mid-tier pricing with a Tabelog seal of approval, this is the clear pick.
Weekday reservations are straightforward, and walk-ins are viable on quieter nights. The weekday-only schedule is the main friction point, but if you're in town Monday through Friday, it's easier to secure a table here than at higher-tier spots.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Sushi Izakaya Taru?
Casual wear works fine. The dress code is casual, so formal attire is not required.
Is Sushi Izakaya Taru good for a special occasion?
It may suit a casual weekday dinner, especially if the JPY 5,000–5,999 budget fits your plans. If you are comparing options, check current details for Pearl-listed venues such as Tsugaru Kappou Mirai before deciding.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Sushi Izakaya Taru?
If you are interested in a tasting menu, ask the venue directly. The price range is JPY 5,000–5,999, and the hours are Monday through Friday, 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
