Shimbashi Shimizu
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Chef
Kunihiro Shimizu
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Chef Kunihiro Shimizu runs a seven-seat Edomae sushi counter in Shimbashi with lunch and dinner omakase priced JPY 20,000–29,999. A 2026 Tabelog Award Bronze winner (Silver in 2025 and 2020) and Tabelog Sushi TOKYO 100 fixture since 2021, the no-substitution format and fish-forward technique suit solo diners and pairs seeking classical precision without Ginza markup.
About Shimbashi Shimizu
Shimbashi Shimizu in Tokyo is led by chef-owner Kunihiro Shimizu. Verified public details are limited, but the essentials are clear: the restaurant lists business hours from 12:00, 17:00 and 19:00, closes on Wednesdays, asks guests to dress smart casual. Its verified Tabelog recognition includes a 2026 Tabelog Award listing for Shimbashi Shimizu, with budget guidance of JPY 20,000–29,999 for dinner and lunch.
The Lunch vs. Dinner Equation
The verified schedule lists service from 12:00, 17:00 and 19:00, so both midday and evening visits may be possible. The available budget guidance places both lunch and dinner in the JPY 20,000–29,999 range. Beyond those basics, specific claims about menu format, course count, beverage pairings or differences between lunch and dinner are not verified here. Because hours and holidays can change, confirm the current schedule directly with the restaurant before visiting.
Verified Details and Planning Limits
Kunihiro Shimizu is the verified chef-owner, but specific details about dishes, layout, sourcing, pacing or drinks are not part of the verified record provided here. Treat Shimbashi Shimizu as a premium Tokyo restaurant where the safest planning assumptions are the confirmed ones: smart casual dress, Wednesday closure and listed service times from 12:00, 17:00 and 19:00. For broader planning around dining in Tokyo, compare schedules, budgets and reservation requirements before committing.
Booking and Cancellation Protocol
The verified information does not confirm a booking platform, cancellation policy, payment methods, phone number, identification requirement, seat count, private-room availability or walk-in policy. Guests should therefore check directly with Shimbashi Shimizu for current reservation rules, cancellation terms and any special requirements before making plans. The confirmed closure is Wednesday, the listed business hours begin from 12:00, 17:00 and 19:00.
If Shimbashi Shimizu is unavailable, consider other allowed listings such as Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi or Torishige, or browse other dining in Tokyo. Keep comparisons general unless you have current, venue-specific details, because specific claims about format, seating, cuisine, price and service vary by restaurant and should be verified before booking.
Planning details
- Hours
- ■Business hours12:00 onwards17:00 onwards19:00 onwards*Please note that business hours and holidays are subject to change. We recommend checking with the restaurant before your visit.■Closed onWednesdays
- Location
- Japan, 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato City, Shinbashi, 2 Chome−15−10 石橋ビル 2F
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1301/A130103/13002892
- Phone
- +81 3-3591-5763
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Shimbashi Shimizu presents itself as a focused, low-key sushi counter carved into the back lanes of Shimbashi. With just seven seats, the room is compact and intentionally paced, the kind of place that favors close attention from the chef and a quiet exchange between cook and diner. The neighbourhood context—dominated by salarymen, izakayas and commuter traffic—means this is not a flashy tourist destination but a serious, understated counter that has earned steady Tabelog recognition. The overall impression is intimate and unshowy: craftsmanship-forward sushi served in a small, calm setting.
Best For
This counter is best experienced in the evening as a focused omakase meal, and it suits diners seeking quiet, high-attention sushi rather than a social dining scene. Its location near Shimbashi Station and status within a corporate neighbourhood make it a natural fit for after-work dinners and discreet business meals where the emphasis is on technique and sequence. Solo diners who appreciate a chef-led service likewise find the format ideal. Given the seven-seat capacity, the venue reads as a destination for serious sushi rather than casual, large-group dining.
Ordering Tips
Service at Shimbashi Shimizu is chef-led and paced by the kitchen, so the clearest tip is to surrender to the omakase flow: expect the sequence and tempo to be determined at the counter. Seating is extremely limited—only seven spots—so the experience is compact and concentrated; be prepared for an uninterrupted progression of pieces rather than à la carte grazing. When possible, look out for the counter’s highlighted items—Hamaguri, Kohada, Tairagai, Anago and Aori-ika—since these are noted signatures and likely to represent the chef’s current strengths.
Planning details
Hours
■Business hours12:00 onwards17:00 onwards19:00 onwards*Please note that business hours and holidays are subject to change. We recommend checking with the restaurant before your visit.■Closed onWednesdays
Location
Japan, 〒105-0004 Tokyo, Minato City, Shinbashi, 2 Chome−15−10 石橋ビル 2F · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bar P.M.9, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown
- Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi, Japanese, ¥¥¥¥
- Torishige, Pork Cuisine, Pork, ¥¥
- Oniyanma Shimbashi ten, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Maihama, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
Shimizu occupies the mid-to-upper tier of Tokyo's sushi ecosystem, more technical than Oniyanma Shimbashi ten (sub-JPY 1,000 udon-and-tempura standbys in the same neighborhood) but less expensive and less rigidly formal than ¥¥¥¥ peers like Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi, which runs JPY 40,000+ and requires deeper advance planning. For value-conscious omakase seekers who can handle the strict booking and no-substitution policies, Shimizu's JPY 20,000–29,999 price point delivers Tabelog-recognized quality at a Shimbashi address most tourists skip. Bar P.M.9 (JPY 6,000–7,999) offers cocktails and izakaya bites nearby if you need a pre- or post-dinner drink, Maihama (JPY 6,000–7,999 dinner, JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch) provides a lower-cost fallback with more flexible group seating.
Shimizu's counter-only, seven-seat setup means booking difficulty scales with party size: solo and two-tops fill slots easily, three-plus parties face tighter odds. If you prioritize ambiance over pure fish technique, Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi's private rooms and kaiseki flourishes justify the premium. If you prioritize price and want a quick, solid sushi lunch near Shimbashi Station, Oniyanma Shimbashi ten (sub-JPY 1,000) or Maihama lunch (JPY 1,000–1,999) offer better speed and value. Shimizu sits squarely in the middle: serious omakase for explorers who want Tabelog credibility without Ginza's tourist density or four-digit-per-person dinner tabs. Book the 12:00 lunch for best availability and identical quality.
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Compare Shimbashi Shimizu
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shimbashi Shimizu | Easy | 2026 Tabelog Chef's Gold · #112026 Tabelog Bronze · #400Tabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #242025 Tabelog Chef's Gold2025 Tabelog Silver2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #982023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #144 | |
| Bar P.M.9 | JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown | No published awards |
| Hyakuyaku by Tokuyamazushi | ¥¥¥¥ | Unknown | Star Wine Lists 20262026 Michelin 1 Star2025 Michelin Plate |
| Torishige | ¥¥ | Unknown | 2026 Tabelog Bronze · #4732026 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Recommended2026 Bib GourmandTabelog 100 - Yakitori - EAST - 2025 · #732025 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1632025 Tabelog Bronze2024 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Ranked · #1302024 Michelin Bib Gourmand2023 OAD Top Restaurants in Japan Highly Recommended |
| Oniyanma Shimbashi ten | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 | Unknown | No published awards |
| Maihama | JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Unknown | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Shimbashi Shimizu?
The verified schedule lists service from 12:00, 17:00 and 19:00, with budget guidance of JPY 20,000–29,999 for both lunch and dinner. Specific differences in menu, pacing or course count are not verified here, so choose based on the time that best fits your schedule and confirm current details with the restaurant.
What should a first-timer know about Shimbashi Shimizu?
Shimbashi Shimizu is in Tokyo and is led by chef-owner Kunihiro Shimizu. The verified dress code is smart casual, the listed closing day is Wednesday, the listed service times begin from 12:00, 17:00 and 19:00. Hours and holidays may change, so confirm before visiting.
