Umi no Hi
Naka, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog 100 izakaya in Sakae serving aged fish, nabe, curated 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 verified price range of JPY 8,000–9,999. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 recognition. Beyond those confirmed details, Pearl does not have verified information on specific dishes, seating style, reservation method, beverage selection, service charges, or house policies.
The confirmed operating schedule is dinner hours only: Monday through Saturday from 6–11 PM, with Sunday closed. Dress code is casual. Because detailed menu and booking information is not verified here, plan around the confirmed evening schedule and check directly with the venue before making specific arrangements.
Planning Notes and What to Confirm
Pearl does not have verified details on Umi no Hi’s drinks program, specific labels, pairings, or recommended orders. The most reliable confirmed planning detail is the price range: JPY 8,000–9,999.
Likewise, specific dishes, menu format, seasonal offerings, ordering style are not verified in the available data. Treat Umi no Hi as a Nagoya dinner option in the confirmed price band, confirm current menu details directly before you go.
Booking, Timing, House Policies
Pearl does not have verified information on Umi no Hi’s reservation method, cancellation rules, or scent policy. Do not assume online booking, phone-only booking, walk-in availability, or any particular house rule without confirming directly with the venue.
The verified hours are Monday through Saturday, 6–11 PM, Sunday closed. No lunch hours are listed, so 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. It is best suited to diners who are comfortable confirming menu, reservation, policy details directly because those specifics are not verified here.
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, kawaramachi hisaya ukiyo banare.
Planning details
- 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. The listing is practical and straightforward — non-smoking and reservation-based for seating only — so the emphasis is on the food-and-drink experience rather than elaborate décor or spectacle.
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. Visitors using Tabelog can preview menus, maps, photos and reviews to confirm that it matches their preferences before booking.
Ordering Tips
When visiting Umi no Hi, prioritize the specialties listed: aged fish sashimi and the dried fish selections, and accompany them with selections of Japanese sake or shochu, which the listing highlights. Note that the restaurant requires reservations for seating only and accepts online bookings, so secure a table in advance. The venue is described as 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
Signature Dishes
- aged fish sashimi
- dried fish
- seafood hot pot
- sashimi platter
Planning details
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 verified dinner hours from 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and Sunday closed. The verified price range is JPY 8,000–9,999. Specific menu items, reservation method, house policies are not verified here, so confirm directly before visiting.
What should I wear to Umi no Hi?
The verified dress code is casual. Pearl does not have verified information on additional dress or fragrance-related house policies.
Is lunch or dinner better at Umi no Hi?
Dinner is the verified service window. Umi no Hi operates 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday and is closed on Sunday; no lunch hours are listed.
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. Specific seating, atmosphere, service details are not verified here.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Umi no Hi?
Is Umi no Hi worth the price?
At JPY 8,000–9,999, Umi no Hi sits in a verified dinner price range for Nagoya. Its Tabelog 100 – Izakaya – EAST – 2025 listing may make it worth considering, but menu, booking, service details should be confirmed directly.
