Kanesaka Hong Kong
Sushi · Central, Hong Kong
Restaurant in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Price
$300–500per person
Chef
Seiji Taniguchi
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Chef Seiji Taniguchi's OAD-recognized edomae counter in Central delivers technically sound Tokyo-style sushi with formal service polish. The booking calendar stays open most weeks, making it a practical choice for last-minute business dinners or special occasions where attentive service outweighs value-driven omakase: though solo diners seeking chef conversation may prefer more intimate peers like Sushi Kami.
About Kanesaka Hong Kong
Kanesaka Hong Kong is a sushi restaurant in Hong Kong helmed by Seiji Taniguchi. It offers sushi cuisine, has published opening hours, and a smart-casual dress code. For diners comparing sushi options in the city, it can be considered alongside Sushi Ima, Sushi Kami, Sushi Shikon, Sushi Kuu, or Sushi Sase, but specific claims about format, pricing, seating, or awards should be confirmed directly with the restaurant.
Kanesaka Hong Kong's cuisine is sushi, and the restaurant is associated with chef Seiji Taniguchi.
The dress code is smart casual. This makes Kanesaka Hong Kong a straightforward option for diners planning a sushi meal in Hong Kong.
Service Style Versus Price Point
Kanesaka Hong Kong is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday, and closed on Sunday. Hours are: Monday 12–3 PM and 7–11 PM; Tuesday 12–3 PM and 7:30–11 PM; Wednesday 12–3 PM and 7:30–11 PM; Thursday 12–3 PM and 7–11 PM; Friday 12–3 PM and 7–11 PM; and Saturday 12–3 PM and 7–11 PM.
If you are choosing between Kanesaka Hong Kong and another sushi restaurant such as Sushi Kami or Sushi Shikon, compare directly on the details that matter for your meal: current menu, price, reservation availability, dietary accommodations, and preferred dining time.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM · Tuesday: 12–3 PM, 7:30–11 PM
- Location
- 5/F, CCB Tower, 3 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- kanesakahk.com
- Phone
- +852 5503 0913
Venue details
Ambiance
Traditional yet minimalist Japanese design with a long hinoki-wood counter, handcrafted kumiko ceiling patterns, and a serene, quietly luxurious atmosphere suited to focused omakase dining.
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- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- Omakase, Counter dining, Tasting menu, A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Wine
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2023
Signature Dishes
- Edomae Omakase Nigiri Set
- Hokkaido bafun uni
- Whelk shell sashimi
- Flounder sashimi
- Hokkaido hairy crab with caviar
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 5/F, CCB Tower, 3 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–3 PM, 7:30–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–3 PM, 7:30–11 PM
- Thursday
- 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM
- Friday
- 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM
- Saturday
- 12–3 PM, 7–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
5/F, CCB Tower, 3 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sushi Ima, Sushi, Sushi
- Sushi Shikon, Sushi, $$$$
- Sushi Kami, Sushi, Sushi
- Sushi Kuu, Sushi, Sushi
- Sushi Sase, Sushi, Sushi
Restaurant context
Kanesaka Hong Kong occupies the middle tier of Central's sushi hierarchy: more formal than Sushi Ima, easier to book than Sushi Shikon. If you need a table within 48 hours and want service polish over chef personality, this is the better call. Sushi Shikon justifies its premium with Michelin recognition and scarcity, but the booking difficulty makes it impractical for spontaneous plans. Sushi Kami and Sushi Kuu offer more conversational counter experiences at comparable technical levels, though neither matches Kanesaka's formal service choreography.
For splurge-worthy omakase with scarcity appeal, Sushi Shikon remains the target, but expect to plan weeks ahead. For best value without sacrificing quality, Sushi Sase delivers solid edomae fundamentals with less ceremony. Kanesaka Hong Kong fits diners who want Central convenience, open availability, and the kind of attentive service that lets a business meal or anniversary dinner unfold without friction. If those priorities align, book dinner Monday through Saturday (7–11 PM most nights) and expect competent sushi executed with technical discipline rather than innovation.
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Compare Kanesaka Hong Kong
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanesaka Hong Kong | Hong Kong | Sushi | No published awards | |
| Sushi Ima | Hong Kong | Sushi | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4272024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #3932023 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended | |
| Sushi Shikon | Hong Kong | Sushi | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #352026 Forbes 4-Star2026 Black Pearl 2 DiamondSCMP 100 Top Tables 2026 - RestaurantsMichelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #182025 Forbes 4-Star2025 La Liste Top Restaurants | $$$$ |
| Sushi Kami | Hong Kong | Sushi | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4022024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #365 | |
| Sushi Kuu | Hong Kong | Sushi | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #4222024 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Ranked · #3492023 OAD Top Restaurants in Asia Recommended | |
| Sushi Sase | Hong Kong | Sushi | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Kanesaka Hong Kong?
Kanesaka Hong Kong is a sushi restaurant.
Is lunch or dinner better at Kanesaka Hong Kong?
Lunch is served Monday through Saturday from 12–3 PM. Dinner is served Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7–11 PM, and Tuesday and Wednesday from 7:30–11 PM. Sunday is closed.
