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Where Tradition Meets Intention

Every detail at Sushi Omakase is shaped by decades of discipline, a reverence for ingredients, and the belief that sushi is not just food โ€” it is craft.

Sushi Omakase was born from a single conviction: that the greatest sushi exists at the intersection of extraordinary ingredients and the quiet mastery of the hand that prepares them. When Chef Takeshi Yamamoto opened these doors in 2019, he envisioned a space stripped of pretense โ€” twelve seats, one counter, and an evening that unfolds like a conversation.

The name "omakase" โ€” meaning "I leave it to you" โ€” is not a marketing phrase here. It is the foundation of every evening. When you take your seat, you place your trust in Chef Yamamoto's decades of experience, his deep relationships with purveyors, and his instinct for what the season demands.

"Sushi is not about showing off technique. It is about disappearing into the ingredient โ€” letting the fish speak."

Our counter is built from a single slab of aged hinoki cypress, imported from Yoshino, Nara Prefecture. It carries the scent of centuries-old forests and the smooth surface that decades of sushi preparation demand. The space is deliberately intimate โ€” designed for the kind of presence that modern dining often forgets.

There are no screens, no background music, no distractions. Just the sound of a knife through fish, the press of warm rice, and the quiet exchange between chef and guest. That is the experience we protect.

Chef Takeshi Yamamoto

Itamae · Founder

Born in Osaka in 1974, Takeshi Yamamoto began his apprenticeship at age 18 under Master Kenji Fujimoto at Sushi Saito in Ginza, Tokyo. For seven years, he learned the foundational discipline of Edomae sushi โ€” from preparing rice to aging fish, from the philosophy of sharpening knives to the etiquette of serving at the counter.

After his apprenticeship, he spent years at some of Tokyo's most respected establishments, including Sukiyabashi Jiro and Sushi Yoshitake, before a residency at Tsukiji Fish Market deepened his understanding of sourcing and seasonality.

In 2015, he relocated to New York, drawn by the energy of the city and the opportunity to share authentic Edomae tradition with a new audience. After four years refining his vision, he opened Sushi Omakase in 2019.

What Guides Us

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Seasonality

We follow the Japanese concept of "shun" โ€” each ingredient at its peak moment. Our menu changes with the seasons because nature demands it.

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Technique

Every gesture at our counter โ€” from knife work to rice pressing โ€” reflects a tradition refined over centuries. Precision is not optional.

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Sincerity

We believe in "kokoro" โ€” putting one's heart into the work. No shortcuts, no substitutions. The guest deserves our best, every evening.

Where Our Ingredients Begin

From ocean to counter, every step matters

Toyosu Fish Market

Tokyo, Japan

Our primary source for bluefin tuna, uni, and seasonal white fish. We maintain direct relationships with three dedicated brokers who understand our standards.

Hokkaido Fisheries

Northern Japan

Cold-water scallops, sea urchin, and salmon roe from the pristine waters of Japan's northernmost island. Flown in twice weekly.

Koshihikari Rice

Niigata Prefecture

We use exclusively Koshihikari short-grain rice, known for its sweetness, stickiness, and ability to hold shape. Seasoned with house-blended red vinegar.

Pacific Sustainable Fisheries

Oregon Coast, USA

For select items, we partner with sustainable American fisheries โ€” wild King Salmon, spot prawns, and Dungeness crab when in season.

Understanding Omakase

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Sakizuke

ๅ…ˆไป˜ โ€” Opening Dish

A seasonal appetizer designed to awaken the palate and introduce the evening's theme. Often the most creative course.

02

Otsukuri

ใŠ้€ ใ‚Š โ€” Sashimi Course

A curated selection of raw fish served without rice, allowing the quality and preparation of each cut to stand on its own.

03

Nigiri Progression

ๆกใ‚Š โ€” Hand-pressed Sushi

The heart of the omakase. Beginning with lighter, white-fleshed fish and gradually building to richer, fattier selections.

04

Owan

ใŠๆค€ โ€” Soup

A warm, clear soup โ€” often dashi-based โ€” to cleanse and reset the palate before the final courses.

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Tamago & Close

็މๅญ โ€” The Signature

The chef's tamago is a calling card โ€” sweet, layered, and telling of his skill. Served alongside miso and seasonal fruit.

Moments at the Counter

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Experience It Yourself

Twelve seats. One evening. A memory that lasts.