Umi no Hi
Naka, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100 izakaya in Sakae serving aged fish, nabe, and sake at JPY 8,000–9,999. Recognized since 2022 for serious sourcing at mid-tier pricing. Enforces strict no-fragrance policy; best for celebration dinners and sake exploration. Counter fills fast: book by phone.
About Umi no Hi
Umi no Hi is a Nagoya venue with a price range of JPY 8,000–9,999. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 recognition.
Operating hours are dinner only: Monday through Saturday from 6–11 PM, with Sunday closed. Dress code is casual.
Planning Notes and What to Confirm
The price range is JPY 8,000–9,999.
Booking, Timing, and House Policies
Information on Umi no Hi’s reservation method, cancellation rules, or scent policy is not available.
Operating hours are Monday through Saturday, 6–11 PM, and Sunday closed. Plan for dinner only.
Who Should Go
Book Umi no Hi if you are looking for a Nagoya dinner venue in the JPY 8,000–9,999 range and are interested in a Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 listed spot.
For a broader view of Nagoya's dining landscape, see our full Nagoya restaurants guide. You can also compare it with other allowed dining options such as China Hanten Shunju, Koran, Sumiyaki Chicken Kababu, Tori Yakiniku Toriichi Sakae joshidai ten, and kawaramachi hisaya ukiyo banare.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 6–11 PM · Tuesday: 6–11 PM
- Location
- Japan, 〒460-0008 Aichi, Nagoya, Naka Ward, Sakae, 4 Chome−15−14 栄ハイホーム
- Website
- m.facebook.com/uminohi.himono
- Phone
- +81 52-265-5262
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Umi no Hi presents itself as a traditional izakaya in Nagoya’s Sakae district with a clear focus on seafood. The menu highlights aged fish sashimi and a variety of dried fish preparations, served in the relaxed, tavern-style setting implied by the izakaya designation. Drinks lean traditional as well, with Japanese sake and shochu called out as fitting companions to the food. Umi no Hi is practical and straightforward, non-smoking and reservation-based for seating only.
Best For
This spot is best for diners who are specifically seeking a seafood-focused izakaya experience in Sakae. If you want to sample aged fish sashimi, try different dried fish preparations, or explore Japanese sake and shochu pairings, Umi no Hi is oriented around those offerings. The venue’s reservation requirement for seating only and non-smoking policy make it suitable for focused evening meals where the food and drink take center stage.
Ordering Tips
When visiting Umi no Hi, prioritize the specialties listed: aged fish sashimi and the dried fish selections, and accompany them with Japanese sake or shochu. Note that the restaurant requires reservations for seating only and accepts online bookings, so secure a table in advance. Umi no Hi is non-smoking, which may influence seating choices for groups with smokers. Consult the Tabelog entry for menu details, user photos and reviews to help decide which sashimi and sake pairings to try before you go.
Venue details
Ambiance
A small, reservation-focused izakaya with a cozy, lively atmosphere centered on carefully handled seafood and drinks; strict rules about perfumes and fragrances suggest an intimate space where food aromas and freshness are emphasized.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Shochu, Beer
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- aged fish sashimi
- dried fish
- seafood hot pot
- sashimi platter
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒460-0008 Aichi, Nagoya, Naka Ward, Sakae, 4 Chome−15−14 栄ハイホーム
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 6–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 6–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 6–11 PM
- Thursday
- 6–11 PM
- Friday
- 6–11 PM
- Saturday
- 6–11 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Location
Japan, 〒460-0008 Aichi, Nagoya, Naka Ward, Sakae, 4 Chome−15−14 栄ハイホーム · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sumiyaki Chicken Kababu, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
- kawaramachi hisaya ukiyo banare, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
- Tori Yakiniku Toriichi Sakae joshidai ten, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- China Hanten Shunju, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- Koran, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
At JPY 8,000–9,999, Umi no Hi slots between kawaramachi hisaya ukiyo banare (JPY 6,000–7,999) and the pricier Sumiyaki Chicken Kababu (JPY 10,000–14,999). You're paying for Tabelog 100 recognition and a sake-focused program that outclasses casual izakaya but costs less than kappo. If budget is tight, Tori Yakiniku Toriichi Sakae joshidai ten delivers grilled chicken at JPY 4,000–4,999 with easier walk-in access, though you'll sacrifice the aged-fish technique and drinks depth.
For a quieter, more formal occasion, Koran (JPY 15,000–19,999 dinner) offers kaiseki refinement with better soundproofing, while China Hanten Shunju spans JPY 4,000–14,999 with Chinese technique instead of izakaya formats. Umi no Hi's scent policy and phone-only reservations add friction, so if you need flexibility or can't accommodate the house rules, the other options book more easily and impose fewer restrictions.
Umi no Hi works best for sake-curious diners willing to navigate the booking process and abide by strict fragrance rules in exchange for Tabelog-tier cooking at a fair price. If you want similar quality with less logistical overhead, kawaramachi hisaya ukiyo banare offers a lower entry point and simpler access, though the drinks program won't run as deep.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Umi no Hi?
Umi no Hi is in Nagoya, with dinner hours from 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and Sunday closed. The price range is JPY 8,000–9,999.
Is lunch or dinner better at Umi no Hi?
Dinner is the only service window. Umi no Hi operates 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday.
Is Umi no Hi good for a special occasion?
It may suit diners looking for a Nagoya dinner in the JPY 8,000–9,999 range, especially if they are interested in a Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 listed venue.
Is Umi no Hi worth the price?
At JPY 8,000–9,999, Umi no Hi sits in a dinner price range for Nagoya. Its Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 listing may make it worth considering.
