Sushi Kinoshita
Minato, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
$200–300per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
An eight-seat Nishiazabu counter delivering Edomae sushi and cooked fish courses at JPY 40,000–49,999, recognized in Tabelog 100 Sushi TOKYO 2025. The service prioritizes fish sourcing and timing over hospitality choreography, with a reservation system that enforces advance dietary requests and strict punctuality. Book for the fish-driven precision and the quiet white-wood room, not for flexible pacing or concierge polish.
About Sushi Kinoshita
Sushi Kinoshita is a Tokyo venue with a price range of JPY 40,000–49,999 and evening hours from 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday; Sunday is closed. Smart-casual dress is appropriate. Its confirmed recognition includes Tabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025, which places it among notable listings in Tokyo for that year. Beyond those details, public-facing specifics such as seat count, menu format, reservation rules, beverage program, dietary policies, and exact location details should be treated as unconfirmed here. Our full Tokyo restaurants guide lists other Tokyo dining options for comparison.
What About Sushi Kinoshita
information for Sushi Kinoshita supports a clear basic profile: it is in Tokyo, it is priced at JPY 40,000–49,999, it operates during dinner hours from Monday through Saturday, and it carries smart-casual dress guidance. The Tabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 recognition gives diners a grounded reason to take Sushi Kinoshita seriously.
How to Evaluate the Booking
At JPY 40,000–49,999, Sushi Kinoshita sits in a high-price bracket, so the clearest decision points are whether you specifically want a Tokyo venue in this range and whether the confirmed Tabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 recognition matters to you. The hours make it an evening-only choice in the available listing: 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday, closed Sunday. Compared with other premium dining options such as Yakitori Hirako or Yakitori Shinohara, Sushi Kinoshita should be evaluated on its own confirmed facts rather than on assumptions about service choreography, room size, or menu format. Tsugumi offers another point of comparison for diners weighing different styles of premium dining, but the most reliable Sushi Kinoshita details remain its Tokyo location, price band, dinner hours, smart-casual dress code, and 2025 Tabelog 100 recognition.
Planning details
- Location
- 203 1 Chome-4-46 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan
- Reservations
- Book on TableCheck
- Website
- sushi-kinoshita.jp
- Phone
- +81 3-6434-7353
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Sushi Kinoshita is a Hidden Gem in Nishiazabu, with a clear focus on Edomae sushi and Japanese cuisine. It offers a refined, classic sushi experience and private rooms for small groups or discreet dining. The venue is listed as non-smoking, which reinforces a polished, reservation-driven dining environment. Overall, the tone conveyed by the description is one of understated quality: traditional sushi craftsmanship in a quietly polished setting rather than a loud or trendy spot.
Best For
The listing signals that Sushi Kinoshita works well for occasions that benefit from privacy and formality: think date nights, special occasions, and business dinners where a quieter, more focused meal is desired. The explicit availability of private rooms supports private gatherings and celebrations that need separation from the main dining room. Its focus on Edomae sushi and Japanese cuisine suits diners seeking a dedicated sushi experience.
Ordering Tips
Book ahead and request a private room for an intimate or business-focused dinner. The restaurant is non-smoking, so expect a smoke-free dining environment. The description centers on Edomae sushi and Japanese cuisine; consider planning for a focused sushi meal (and confirming service times) rather than casual, walk-in dining.
Venue details
Ambiance
A quiet, hidden apartment-style counter space with an elegant yet cozy feel, where guests watch the chef work at close range; the atmosphere is sophisticated and relaxed, geared toward adults, business dinners, and special occasions rather than casual drop-ins.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- Omakase, Tasting menu, Counter dining, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Wine
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2018
Signature Dishes
- seasonal omakase nigiri selection
- steamed abalone with liver sauce
- seared tuna
- squid course
- large marinated shrimp
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 203 1 Chome-4-46 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan
Planning details
Location
203 1 Chome-4-46 Nishiazabu, Minato City, Tokyo 106-0031, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Yakiniku Ten, Yakiniku, Yakiniku
- Kasumitei Matsubara, Notable alternative
- Tsugumi, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Yakitori Hirako, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Yakitori Shinohara, Yakitori, Yakitori
Restaurant context
At JPY 40,000–49,999, Sushi Kinoshita sits above mid-tier omakase options like Tsugumi, Yakitori Hirako, and Yakitori Shinohara (all JPY 15,000–19,999) but below Ginza's three-Michelin counters. The trade-off is clear: the fish quality and Tabelog 100 recognition justify the premium over the 15,000-yen tier, but the service remains leaner than what Ginza delivers at similar prices. Yakitori Hirako and Shinohara offer more relaxed service and wider menu flexibility, making them better choices for diners who want omakase depth without the strict reservation rules or the JPY 40,000 commitment. Tsugumi leans izakaya-style, with less counter formality and more group-friendly pacing, ideal if you want a Tokyo meal that feels convivial rather than focused.
Yakiniku Ten and Kasumitei Matsubara occupy different formats (yakiniku and kaiseki, respectively) but compete for the same occasion: the splurge dinner where the format matters as much as the food. Yakiniku Ten's grill-your-own model suits groups and delivers a more interactive experience; Kasumitei Matsubara's kaiseki progression offers the seasonality and presentation choreography that Sushi Kinoshita's chef's-choice counter skips. If you want sushi specifically and can commit to the punctuality and dietary-restriction timelines, Sushi Kinoshita delivers the fish focus that its Tabelog 100 nod confirms. If you want more service flexibility or a format that accommodates spontaneity, the yakitori counters or Tsugumi's izakaya breadth are easier to book and less likely to penalize latecomers.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Sushi Kinoshita?
The hours list dinner service only: 6–11 PM Monday through Saturday, with Sunday closed.
Is Sushi Kinoshita worth the price?
It may be worth considering if you want a Tokyo venue in the JPY 40,000–49,999 range with confirmed Tabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 recognition. Before booking, confirm any details that matter to you, such as menu format, seating style, reservation rules, beverages, and dietary accommodations.
