Sushi Ichijo

Sushi Ichijo, located in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, is a Michelin one-star sushi restaurant established in 2016 by a chef with over two decades of rigorous training. The chef’s expertise stems from mentorship under renowned Edo-style sushi masters, including those from Rokubei and Shimizu. The restaurant is distinguished by its artisan approach, using a single-edged knife sharpened daily for more than 20 years to expertly select and prepare seasonal wild-caught fish. The cuisine showcases Edomae-style sushi crafted with the rare Hontekaeshi rice shaping technique passed down from the late Rokubei, combined with high-quality ingredients and secret seasonings. Key specialties include umami-rich sushi, tamago, and kanpyo, all prepared to elevate the dining experience. Sushi Ichijo seats only eight guests at an intimate counter surrounded by elegant pottery, porcelain, and calligraphy by renowned artists. This refined setting fosters engaging interaction with the chef and celebrates traditional Kodo skills, blending time-honored methods with subtle innovation to honor Japanese culinary culture.