OKU-AKASAKA, TOKYO · RESERVATIONS ONLY
Omakase Edomae Sushi in Akasaka
Aged nigiri in the Tsumoto method, closing with matcha in our tea room. Eight seats, in the quiet of Oku-Akasaka.
OMAKASE Course
Our course features a seasonal assortment of appetizers, a delicate dashi soup, a carefully selected dish, sushi, and miso soup. To conclude, we serve matcha and a traditional sweet. For the sushi, we use fish prepared by Mr. Tsumoto, who devised the Tsumoto method of ultimate bleeding, and by his certified artisans, then aged in our own kitchen. Each piece is crafted with honed skill and unhurried care, for a flavour meant to linger in memory.
Please enjoy the careful preparation and the delicate craft that follow the traditions of Edomae sushi.
Sake & Wine
Sake, as we see it, is part of what completes the sushi. The chef travels to breweries across Japan, learning the makers’ thinking and the character of each region before choosing a bottle. A considered selection of wine is offered alongside.
Ambience
A moment to savour two Japanese arts — sushi and the tea ceremony. Begin with a sushi course at our counter, crafted from a single slab of hinoki wood, and conclude with matcha and a seasonal sweet in our tea room. In this tranquil setting, you are invited to experience Japanese tradition more deeply.
Matcha in the Tea Room
When the omakase is finished, we move you to the tea room inside the restaurant. A bowl of matcha is whisked in front of you and served with a seasonal sweet, so the evening ends with time to look back on what you have eaten. Our tea room follows the Ogasawara-ryu school.
Catering & Sushi Bento
Our cuisine can also be enjoyed at your home or at a private party venue. As a “flower of fine dining” to grace your special day, we are delighted to bring you a memorable experience.
OMAKASE Course
In this course, we present a seasonal selection of appetizers, a delicate dashi soup, a specialty dish, sushi, and miso soup, followed by matcha and a traditional sweet. Each piece of sushi is crafted with the finest seafood, selected and prepared by Mr. Tsumoto, who devised the Tsumoto method, together with Hiroaki Yamazaki and Ryosuke Sakuma, both officially certified in it. With the refined skills of our chefs and the time devoted to every detail, each bite is imbued with a flavour meant to linger in your memory.
Please enjoy the careful preparation and the delicate craft that follow the traditions of Edomae sushi.
Sake & Wine
Sake, as we see it, is part of what completes the sushi. The chef travels to breweries across Japan, learning the makers’ thinking and the character of each region before choosing a bottle. A considered selection of wine is offered alongside.
Ambience
A moment to savour two Japanese arts — sushi and the tea ceremony. Begin with a sushi course at our counter, crafted from a single slab of hinoki wood, and conclude with matcha and a seasonal sweet in our tea room. In this tranquil setting, you are invited to experience Japanese tradition more deeply.
Matcha in the Tea Room
When the omakase is finished, we move you to the tea room inside the restaurant. A bowl of matcha is whisked in front of you and served with a seasonal sweet, so the evening ends with time to look back on what you have eaten. Our tea room follows the Ogasawara-ryu school.
Catering & Sushi Bento
Our cuisine can also be enjoyed at your home or at a private party venue. As a “flower of fine dining” to grace your special day, we are delighted to bring you a memorable experience.
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★★★★★ sweets 2026-09-16
At Oku-Akasaka Sushi Tanji, Chef Takada serves seafood selected and prepared by Mr. Tsumoto, known for the Tsumoto method of ultimate blood draining. He spoke warmly and in detail about the craft behind keeping fish at peak freshness. The…
★★★★★ Patrizio Falsetti 2026-09-15
Great traditional atmosphere, incredible food, and super friendly staff. Definitely recommend.
★★★★★ Brisa Araujo 2026-09-13
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– Frequently Asked Questions –
How much is the omakase course?
The omakase course is ¥22,000 per person (tax and service charge included). The price varies with market rates. Drinks are charged separately.
How do I make a reservation?
We are reservation-only. You can book online via TableCheck, or call us at +81-50-1720-2281. Phone enquiries are answered between 11:00 and 17:00 on weekdays.
Are you open for lunch?
We serve dinner only. Opening hours are 17:00–23:00, with last entry at 21:00. Seatings begin at 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00 and 21:00.
How long does the meal take?
The course runs from appetisers through nigiri and soup, finishing with matcha and a sweet in our tea room. Seatings are spaced one hour apart. If you are short on time, please let us know when booking.
What is the seating like? Do you have private rooms?
We have eight seats at a single-plank hinoki cypress counter, and can seat up to nine by arrangement. After the meal you are invited to the adjoining tea room for matcha and a seasonal sweet. We do not have private rooms, but please enquire about private hire.
Is the tea room included in the course?
Yes. Your sushi is served at the counter, and the meal closes with matcha and a seasonal sweet in the tea room beside it. It is part of the course — there is nothing extra to reserve or pay for. If you would rather not have matcha, we can offer an alternative.
Can you accommodate allergies or dislikes?
Yes. Please tell us when you book. If you would prefer not to have matcha, we can offer an alternative.
Do you speak English?
Yes. Our staff can guide you through the whole course in English, and are glad to explain the fish, how it was prepared and aged, and the customs of the counter. Guests from overseas are very welcome, and there is no need to bring an interpreter.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash and credit cards (VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB, UnionPay and Discover).
Which days are you closed?
We close irregularly. Temporary closures and changes to our hours are posted on Google Maps and in the news section of this site.
Where are you located? Which station is nearest?
Oku-Akasaka Sushi Tanji, 1F Tokyo-to Kankouji Kaikan, 6-15-14 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052 — on a quiet back street in Akasaka. It is an 8-minute walk from Akasaka Station (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Exit 7), 6 minutes from Nogizaka Station (Chiyoda Line, Exit 1), and 10 minutes from Roppongi Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line / Toei Oedo Line, Exit 8).