Aska

Aska is an exclusive sushi bar that presents authentic Japanese sushi as a ceremonial ritual. The bar is led by sushi master Atsushi Sugimoto, who holds the rare pufferfish (kugelfisch) license and spent the last decade working in London, including culinary service for the Honda Formula 1 team. The concept is rigorously reduced and the kitchen does not offer vegetarian options or allergy accommodations. Aska highlights the meeting of different backgrounds—Oberpfalz meets Osaka, Sweden meets Japan—under a single reductive aesthetic. An intimate, counter-focused space sits within a deep-black, deliberately restrained interior that frames the preparation and the silent dialogue between chef and guest. Seating is strictly limited to twelve seats at the counter to preserve ceremony. Classical Japanese sushi is presented as an omakase tasting ritual grounded in classical techniques, with a tight focus on high-quality fish and impeccably seasoned rice. The kitchen excludes rolls and vegetarian maki in favour of traditional preparations. Anton Schmaus created Aska and provides its gastronomic direction as a starred chef. The house offers eight- and ten-course sushi menus, with the option to extend menus by additional courses. Nigiri is served hand-to-hand, a selection of regional fish is highlighted, and the meal is paired with a curated selection of rice wines.