Sushi Izumu
Naka, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
JPY 20,000 - JPY 29,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Sushi Izumu is an eight-seat counter sushi-ya in Nagoya's Naka-ku district, opened May 2023 and named to Tabelog Sushi EAST 100 in 2025. Dinner omakase runs ¥30,000–¥39,999 with a fish-driven menu and a wine program that pairs structured whites and reds against edomae technique; worth booking if you want counter intimacy without Tokyo pricing, though the lack of a public phone number and short track record may deter diners who prioritize established reputations.
About Sushi Izumu
Sushi Izumu is a Nagoya venue with a verified price range of ¥20,000–¥29,999 and a smart-casual dress code. It is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 selection, giving diners a clear, confirmed point of reference without needing to rely on unverified details about seating, service format, hours, or menu structure.
Beyond those confirmed facts, publicly safe specifics are limited. Treat this as a thin-data listing: plan around the verified budget, dress smart casual, confirm current booking procedures, schedule, menu format, payment details directly before visiting.
Verified Snapshot
The grounded essentials are straightforward: Sushi Izumu is in Nagoya, the verified price range is ¥20,000–¥29,999, the dress code is smart casual. The venue is also associated with the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 recognition.
Details such as the number of seats, chef name, opening date, counter layout, beverage program, exact hours, reservation method, specific dishes are not verified here. Rather than assume a particular experience, use the confirmed information as a starting point and verify operational details before making plans.
Booking, Budget, When to Go
Reservations: Confirm the current booking process directly before planning a visit. Timing: Specific hours are not verified here, so check the latest schedule before committing to a date. Budget: Plan around the confirmed ¥20,000–¥29,999 range before extras or changes. Dress: Smart casual is the verified dress code. Solo, pairs, or groups: Seating layout and capacity are not verified, so confirm suitability for your party size in advance.
For context, travelers comparing special-occasion dining in and around Nagoya can also look at comparable venue venues such as Reconnaissance, Ozashiki Tempura Ayame, Nakamura So, Tout La Joie. Because specific formats and pricing for those comparisons are not established here, treat them as reference points rather than direct substitutes. For a broader view of Nagoya's dining landscape, see our full Nagoya restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 愛知県名古屋市中区正木1-13-27
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/aichi/A2301/A230105/23084921
- Phone
- +81
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tout La Joie, French, French
- トゥ・ラ・ジョア, Notable alternative
- Ozashiki Tempura Ayame, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999, JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
- Nakamura So, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Reconnaissance, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Restaurant context
Sushi Izumu sits in the middle of Nagoya's special-occasion dining spectrum: pricier than Reconnaissance (French, ¥10,000–¥14,999) but more accessible than Ozashiki Tempura Ayame (tempura, ¥30,000–¥39,999). The counter format here offers no private-room option, so groups of four or more should consider Ayame's ozashiki rooms or the a la carte flexibility at Tout La Joie instead. For solo diners or pairs who prioritize beverage pairing depth, the wine program at Sushi Izumu is more developed than you'll find at most neighborhood sushi counters.
Booking difficulty is lower than Tokyo equivalents, Tabelog 100 recognition signals quality, but the 2023 opening means you're not fighting multi-month waitlists. If you value track record over novelty, Nakamura So (budget data unavailable) may offer longer-established technique, though its pricing and format remain unclear. Sushi Izumu is the right call if you want counter intimacy, structured beverage pairings, ¥30,000–¥39,999 pricing without Tokyo's booking chaos, but skip it if you need private space, a la carte ordering, or an itamae with a decade-plus reputation.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Sushi Izumu?
Sushi Izumu is in Nagoya, with a verified price range of ¥20,000–¥29,999 and a smart-casual dress code. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025 selection. Confirm current hours, booking method, seating, menu details before visiting.
What are alternatives or comparison points to Sushi Izumu?
comparisons points include Nakamura So, Ozashiki Tempura Ayame, Reconnaissance, Tout La Joie, along with other unnamed dining options in Nagoya. Confirm each venue's current format, price, availability before comparing them directly.
Is Sushi Izumu good for a special occasion?
It may suit a special occasion if the confirmed ¥20,000–¥29,999 budget, Nagoya location, smart-casual dress code match your plans. Because seating, service format, hours, booking details are not verified here, confirm those details before arranging a time-sensitive celebration.
Is Sushi Izumu worth the price?
That depends on what you want from a Nagoya dining experience. The verified price range is ¥20,000–¥29,999, the venue is listed in Tabelog 100 - Sushi - EAST - 2025. Confirm the current menu and service details before deciding whether it fits your priorities.
