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Craving authentic Japanese flavors in Tokyo? Dive into Osashimiya Sumiyoshi, a local-favorite izakaya in Shinjuku known for incredible fresh sashimi and a lively atmosphere. Find your next Tokyo culinary adventure!
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Shinjuku Izakaya Osashimiya Sumiyoshi
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If you're exploring Tokyo, Japan, then in the late evening,
visiting an izakaya that truly captures the local vibe
is an essential part of the experience.
What's more, at these kinds of restaurants, you can often enjoy dishes that are quite pricey
back home at a comparatively more affordable cost.
Today, I'll be introducing Osashimiya Sumiyoshi, an izakaya worth checking out for those looking for such a gem,
along with a list of other great Tokyo eateries to visit!
Osashimiya Sumiyoshi 魚三四味家すみよし |
Opening Hours: 17:00 ~ 23:00 (Sundays 22:00) Closed: None Location: 8-minute walk from Shinjuku Station Cover Charge: 385 yen (tax included) Special Note: 5% late-night charge added after 22:00 |
Osashimiya Sumiyoshi, which I'm introducing today,
is an 📍 izakaya located about an 8-minute walk from Shinjuku Station.
As the name suggests, it's a restaurant specializing in sashimi and seafood.
It's not on the busy main streets of Shinjuku with heavy foot traffic,
but rather a block or two away, making it relatively quiet and
giving it a 'late-night diner' kind of ambiance.
Open from 5 PM until late at night,
it's great for either your first or second stop of the evening.
It also seemed quite popular with locals.
In fact, I tried to visit on my first day of the trip,
but it was full, so I gave up. Instead, I went back the next day
right when they opened!
First, let me show you the
interior atmosphere of Osashimiya Sumiyoshi.
The sign hanging outside the shop was interesting from the start.
'Osashimiya' means a sashimi restaurant, and sashimi can be written
in hiragana or with the kanji 刺身.
However, the restaurant's name 魚三四味家 uses the readings of each individual kanji,
making it a bit tricky to read.
It was amusing to think they might have emphasized the kanji for 'fish' and 'taste' within the characters.
The interior had a clean, overall wooden tone,
and exuded quite a luxurious feel.
There were about 8 tables for four,
and a counter seating area that could accommodate up to 8 people.
The counter stools looked a bit uncomfortable without backrests,
but the cushions were soft, making them more comfortable than expected.
I sat at the very end of the counter seating.
To the right of my seat was an aquarium filled with abalone, clams, and other seafood,
which was quite entertaining to watch.
Osashimiya Sumiyoshi has two different menus,
and I'll introduce each of them next.
First, the regular menu is just like in these photos.
Although it's not a menu in Korean,
because it's written in clear, standard script,
you should be able to translate it well using Papago.
Teppanyaki, salads, grilled fish, tempura, alcoholic beverages, and more
It's mostly made up of common, everyday dishes.
For seasonal or special menus,
there's a separate menu written by hand.
Since it's handwritten, even translation apps might struggle with it.
So, I've summarized some of the main dishes below.
📌 Key Menu Items
(Subject to change based on season and availability)
Honmaguro Assortment (1 serving) 18,000 JPY
Honmaguro Kama Steak (1 serving) 1,000 JPY
Fresh Oysters 350-500 JPY
Nihonshu Secret Menu around 1,000 JPY
The handwritten menu usually features daily recommendations or
seasonal items, so it's subject to constant change.
Also, for Nihonshu (sake), there's a separate
"secret menu" beyond the regular one, so keep that in mind!
As expected from a sashimi specialty restaurant, the sashimi menu
is also presented on a separate menu.
You can order individual items based on the type of fish or cut,
and you can also order an assortment tailored to the number of people.
For two people, the basic 8-piece assortment is 1,980 JPY,
and the premium 8-piece assortment is 3,080 JPY!
Next, I'll tell you all about the dishes I ordered
and how they tasted.
First, I received a draft beer and the complimentary appetizer.
The beer was refreshing with a smooth finish, making it very enjoyable,
and the simmered fish, included as a basic side dish, was savory and
umami-rich, making me want to keep eating it.
Since they had Honmaguro (bluefin tuna) in that day,
my first order was one serving of Honmaguro
and the seasonal Shirako Ponzu.
First, I tried the Shirako Ponzu.
It looked like raw, uncooked shirako,
and visually, it might be a bit off-putting for some.
The texture was incredibly creamy, melting delicately in my mouth,
but I noticed a slightly fishy aftertaste, more than I expected.
However, when I tried it again with a generous dip of ponzu sauce,
the fishiness disappeared, revealing a rich, creamy texture,
and the refreshing sauce perfectly complemented it, making it absolutely delicious!
Next up was Honmaguro Chutoro (medium fatty tuna) and Akami (lean tuna),
served in six thick slices.
I particularly enjoyed the Chutoro.
Even with a generous amount of wasabi,
it was so rich and fatty that it wasn't spicy at all – perfectly suited to my taste!
After finishing my beer, I decided to order one of the Nihonshu (sake) from the secret menu.
The staff recommended one that would pair well with sashimi,
and it was so smooth, a truly excellent match!
Alternating bites of sashimi with sips of sake made me incredibly happy.
Since I was already at a sashimi izakaya,
I went ahead and ordered the regular sashimi assortment as well.
Although the menu only listed it for two people,
as you can see in the picture, a single serving was also available.
However, the number of fish varieties was slightly fewer, with 5 instead of 8.
The selection included raw octopus, amberjack (buri), akami (lean tuna), salmon,
and sea bream (madai). Including a service piece,
it totaled 10 pieces.
The sashimi was aged, offering a delightful chewy texture.
Personally, the amberjack (buri) and sea bream (madai) were my favorites.
At around 100 yen per piece, you can enjoy aged sashimi at a pretty good value,
so, if you visit, I highly recommend ordering some sashimi!
Two measures of Nihonshu (sake), a draft beer, and
three appetizers cost around 7,300 yen.
The food was generally delicious, and even with unique seasonal offerings like Shirako Ponzu and Honmaguro,
the prices weren't overly expensive, so it felt quite reasonable.
If you're looking for a seafood izakaya near Shinjuku,
it might be worth a visit!
Finally, here's a list of great Tokyo restaurants to visit along with Osashimiya Sumiyoshi.
First up is Yumezake, located in Shinjuku Kabukicho,
a sake specialty store where you can enjoy sake from all over Japan, along with a variety of appetizers.
Be sure to check out the detailed review below!
Next up, also in Shinjuku Kabukicho, you'll find
the late-night Ramen Kuramu.
This spot is famous for its incredible ramen with a refreshing clam broth,
making it the perfect last stop to soothe your soul and perhaps even cure a hangover!
Beyond these, I've also curated a list of four more fantastic Tokyo eateries,
so be sure to check out the post below too!
So, use these tips to dive into Tokyo's incredible food scene
and come back with unforgettable culinary memories!
Osashimiya Sumiyoshi operates from 5 PM to 11 PM, and until 10 PM on Sundays. There is a seating charge of 385 JPY (tax included), and a 5% late-night fee is added for visits after 10 PM.
For two people, the standard 8-piece sashimi platter is 1,980 JPY, and the premium 8-piece platter is 3,080 JPY. A single-person portion is also available, consisting of 10 pieces from 5 different types of fish.
It is located about an 8-minute walk from Shinjuku Station. Situated one or two blocks away from the busy main street, it offers a quiet atmosphere, much like a late-night diner.
The handwritten menu features seasonal and time-sensitive dishes such as a single portion of Honmaguro (Bluefin Tuna) Platter (18,000 JPY), a single portion of Honmaguro Kama Steak (1,000 JPY), and fresh oysters (350 JPY to 500 JPY). Since it's handwritten, app translation might be difficult.
When we ordered two carafes of Nihonshu, one draft beer, and three side dishes, the total came to approximately 7,300 JPY. Even with unique seasonal menu items, the prices were not overly expensive, making it quite reasonable.
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