【information from the Restaurant】
Our building and the building next door have the same address, so please make sure you come to the right one. The first floor of this building is occupied by a glasses store.
Please make sure you come to the correct building. There is an elevator on the side street, please go up to the 5th floor.*If you do not know where we are, please call us and we will guide you.
Located in the sophisticated, newly redeveloped Kita-Aoyama neighborhood, a 1-star Sushi Masashi attracts diners who arrive for chef-owner Masashi Yamaguchi’s stunning Edomae-style sushi and innovative side dishes.
Yamaguchi, trained at the sushi restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton before serving as the head chef for the launch of Sushi Wakon at the Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, leading the restaurant to one star. After that, he was appointed head chef of Sushi Wakon at The Peninsula Tokyo, becoming independent in June 2020.
The menu consists of a single multi-course meal, with superlative Edomae-style sushi and highly original side dishes. Yamaguchi's nigiri is characterized by its sharp and refreshing flavours, and the vinegared rice that melts in the mouth. A blend of rice vinegar and luxurious red vinegar creates richness and depth. In addition, the rounded rice grains of Gunma and Minakami rice, combined with Koshihikari rice of Yamagata, create a soft texture while retaining lightness.
The signature side dish is the tuna sukiyaki. Guests are frequently surprised at the originality of "sushi restaurant's TKG (rice with raw egg)" dish, which is made by adding vinegared rice to the remaining egg yolk after enjoying the sukiyaki.
For drinks pairings, Japanese sake is recommended. There are 8 kinds to match with the meal, from the slightly sweet AKABU Akatake from Iwate for appetizers, and the spicy Hitakami from Miyagi, which pairs beautifully to nigiri sushi. The owner introduces his recommendations as requested. The restaurant also offers French champagne and white wines that complement and elevate the flavor of the sushi.
Guests are seated at a 9-seat counter; the height of the cutting board is the same as the height of the table, where the aesthetics of the craftsman are on display to guests. In addition, there is a private room for 4 diners, for occasions where discretion is paramount.
Masashi is a rare sushi restaurant often used for business entertainment and dates, and guests can reserve the entire restaurant for lunch and can also be enjoyed even with small children.
※ Awarded 1 star on world-renowned gourmet guide Tokyo 2023
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* The availability of this webpage does not guarantee that the restaurant presented provides services in English, unless otherwise stated. Please be aware that English services may also depend on staff availability at the restaurant.
Access
A 3-minute walk from Gaienmae Station (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
■ Do you have a private dining room?
Private dining room(s) are available.
■ Is there a charge to book a private dining room?
No room charge is required for our private dining room.
■ How many people can the private room(s) accommodate?
Our private dining room can be reserved for a party of 4 people.
■ Are shoes allowed in the private dining room(s)?
Shoes are allowed in the private dining room(s).
■ Are children welcome? If so, is a separate menu for children available?
We welcome children when you reserve the entire restaurant for your private event.
■ Are photos allowed in the restaurant?
Photos are allowed in the restaurant.
■ Is the restaurant wheelchair accessible?
We are wheelchair accessible and we will be happy to assist as needed.
■ Can the course be customized for vegetarian, vegan or low calories?
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer any customization on our course offers or offer a la carte option.
■ Are menus available in other languages?
English menu is available.
■ Does anyone in the restaurant speak other languages?
We have staff that speaks English.
■ Can I make a reservation for 1 person?
We accept reservations starting from 1 person.
■ Is there a dress code?
Our dress code is Smart Casual. Please refrain from shorts, tank tops or sandals. We request that you do not wear strong scent or perfume when dining with us.
