Where to Enjoy Sushi in Tokyo Station & Marunouchi: Options for Every Budget

The Tokyo Station area is one of Japan’s major business districts.

Features of the Tokyo Station Area

Tokyo Station serves as a main gateway to the city, with many Shinkansen (bullet trains) and highway buses stopping here. From this station, you can reach most major stations in Tokyo without needing to transfer.

Inside the station, there is a large shopping complex with a wide variety of shops for shopping and dining. Also, the extensive underground mall connects to nearby buildings and is a popular spot for tourists and business people.

The area around Tokyo Station is surrounded by a business district with modern office buildings lining the streets. Among them, "Marunouchi," located in front of the station, is the heart of the Japanese economy where major domestic and international companies gather.

Sushi Restaurants Around Tokyo Station

Because the area is close to Ginza, the birthplace of Edomae-sushi, many sushi restaurants around Tokyo Station are known for their authenticity and high quality. You’ll find skilled chefs with experience at prestigious restaurants or recognition from well-known gourmet review sites.

At the same time, there are also many affordable options where you can enjoy sushi casually. From standing sushi bars perfect for solo diners to conveyor belt sushi restaurants that children can enjoy, there is a wide range of styles available. One of the highlights of the Tokyo Station area is the variety of sushi restaurants, from high-end establishments to more casual spots.

High-End Sushi Restaurants in the Tokyo Station and Marunouchi Area

1. Sushi Kanesaka (鮨かねさか)

Sushi Kanesaka Palace Hotel Tokyo, selected as one of the Top 100 restaurants on a major Japanese gourmet review website in both 2021 and 2022, is a sister restaurant of the renowned Sushi Kanesaka in Ginza, which has been awarded two Michelin stars. They are particular about temperature, humidity, and aging, offering sushi where the toppings, rice, and wasabi come together in perfect harmony.

For both lunch and dinner, the menu consists only of an omakase (chef's choice) course, carefully crafted using the freshest seasonal ingredients. A wide selection of sake and shochu is also available, including some rare and limited-edition bottles.

The interior features carefully selected wood materials and traditional Japanese design, from the entrance curtain (noren) to the ceiling. The restaurant also offers fully private rooms for groups of 4 to 8 guests, making it ideal for those seeking a more exclusive dining experience. English menus are available, and English-speaking staff are on hand to assist international guests—another thoughtful touch that adds to the overall comfort.

2. Sushi Namba Hibiya (鮨なんば 日比谷)

Sushi Namba Hibiya is a renowned restaurant that has received numerous accolades on a famous Japanese gourmet review website, including being selected in the Best 100 in 2021 and 2022, earning Gold from 2020 to 2024, and Silver in 2019 and 2025. It is the second location of "Asagaya Shunsuke," a notoriously difficult-to-book restaurant, and its owner, Eiji Nanba, is a craftsman known by every sushi connoisseur in Japan.

Here, you can enjoy sushi crafted with meticulous attention to detail, including the rice's firmness, stickiness, sweetness, saltiness, richness, and the size and thickness of the fish. One of the standout features of this restaurant is its precision in temperature control, adjusting the temperature of both the fish and rice by one degree Celsius depending on the type of sushi.

Both lunch and dinner offer only omakase (chef's choice) courses, and the menu, which includes English translations, lists the temperature of each item. Although there are only eight counter seats, the spacing between seats ensures a comfortable dining experience.

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3. Musashi by Aman (武蔵 by アマン)

Musashi by Aman, which relocated to the 34th floor of Aman Tokyo in 2018, offers traditional Edomae-sushi crafted by Hiroyuki Musashi, a sushi master with 39 years of experience.

The restaurant is dedicated to the concept of “entertaining customers with things I make myself,” with the chef personally creating the rice, wasabi, sake, and even the tableware and sake vessels. Among its highlights are the five types of original sake made with their own specially crafted rice, which have earned numerous awards, including the Platinum Award at the 2023 Kura Master Sake Competition and the Gold Award at the 2022 U.S. National Sake Appraisal.

The interior exudes a calm, traditional Japanese atmosphere. The white plaster and natural wooden walls evoke a sense of nature, while the high ceilings, typical of a hotel, create a spacious and open feel. In the evening, you can enjoy the stunning night view of Tokyo through the lattice windows in front of the restaurant.

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4. AOYAGI (すし青柳)

AOYAGI is led by Chef Tomoki Sugimori, who trained at the renowned Ginza restaurant Sushi-ya no Kanpachi. The restaurant offers a unique and enticing combination of Edomae-sushi and traditional Japanese cuisine, known as sushi kaiseki. Popular dishes include the “Zensai Hassun,” (appetizer) a platter of assorted seafood other than sushi toppings, and the “Squid Nigiri,” which brings out the natural sweetness and texture of the squid. The beautiful decorative knife work also adds an aesthetic element to the meal.

In addition to the courses, most dishes are available a la carte. The restaurant offers a wide selection of alcoholic beverages, including wine, champagne, sake, shochu, and whiskey. English menus are also available for international guests.

The restaurant features counter seating in a calm atmosphere, as well as private rooms that make use of the warmth of wood. These private spaces provide a completely private dining experience, perfect for enjoying a leisurely meal.

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Authentic and Affordable Sushi Restaurants in the Tokyo Station and Marunouchi Area

5. Manten Sushi Marunochi (まんてん鮨)

Manten Sushi Marunouchi, selected as one of the Top 100 restaurants on a major Japanese gourmet review website in 2021, is known for offering authentic Edomae-sushi at a reasonable price. The restaurant focuses on omakase (shef's choice) courses to serve seasonal ingredients at their very best—ingredients that are only available for a limited time. It is also highly praised by chefs from other culinary genres for its excellent value.

The course includes a rich variety of sushi and small dishes. By offering smaller portions of each item, the menu allows guests to enjoy a wider range of flavors. The drink menu is also extensive, featuring carefully selected sake, wine, and shochu.

The interior is calm and elegant, with a traditional Japanese atmosphere. In addition to an L-shaped counter that seats up to 14 guests, the restaurant also offers spacious table seating for a more relaxed dining experience.

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6. Sushi-ya no Kanpachi (寿し屋の勘八)

The renowned Ginza restaurant Sushi-ya no Kanpachi is known for its authentic Edomae-sushi, made with the freshest ingredients and expert craftsmanship. While honoring traditional techniques, the restaurant also embraces new methods to offer sushi that reflects the current times. In addition to the omakase course, guests can also order nigiri, sashimi, and a la carte dishes, which adds to its appeal.

The interior, located beyond a latticed door, has a clean and elegant atmosphere based on natural wood. The restaurant offers a variety of seating options, including counter seats, tables, traditional tatami seating, and private rooms. Each area is decorated to reflect Japan’s distinct four seasons. There are also three fully private rooms available, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a quiet and personal dining experience.

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7. Kushiro Kitte (くし路)

Located inside KITTE, just in front of Tokyo Station, Kushiro Marunouchi is known for its sushi made with carefully selected ingredients from Hokkaido. Guests can enjoy authentic nigiri using fresh seafood, as well as the refined techniques that highlight the natural flavors of each ingredient.

In addition to sushi and sashimi, the restaurant also offers robata-yaki, a style of charcoal grilling that originated in Kushiro, Hokkaido. The sake menu is extensive, featuring a wide range of selections not only from Hokkaido but from across Japan. A popular option is the tasting set, which allows you to compare three different local sakes from Hokkaido.

The interior was designed by a professional designer to reflect a traditional Japanese aesthetic. From the large glass windows, you can enjoy sweeping views of the Tokyo Station area. The restaurant also offers semi-private rooms that seat up to 22 people, making it a great choice for both small and large groups seeking a bit of privacy.

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Casual Sushi Restaurants Near Tokyo Station

8. Tsukiji Sushi Ko Yaechika (築地すし好 ヤエチカ店)

Tsukiji Sushi Ko Yaechika is known for offering authentic Edomae-sushi at a reasonable price. The restaurant carefully selects only the highest-quality ingredients from among the finest seafood available at the Toyosu Market (Tokyo Central Wholesale Market).

One of the most recommended items is the anago (saltwater eel), which is prepared entirely in-house—from the initial cleaning to the final glaze known as tsume. This dish showcases both the traditional techniques of Edo-style sushi and the heartfelt craftsmanship of the chefs.

English menus are available, and guests can order sushi a la carte, starting from just one piece. In addition to nigiri, there is a wide variety of other sushi options such as sushi rolls and pressed mackerel sushi (saba bo-zushi). For those who want to try a bit of everything, the restaurant also offers half-sized rolls, perfect for sampling. The menu also includes a variety of non-sushi seafood dishes, such as sashimi, grilled, and simmered items.

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9. Tachigui Zushi Nemuro Hanamaru Marunouchi Oazo (立食い寿司 根室花まる 丸の内オアゾ店)

The charm of Tachigui Zushi Nemuro Hanamaru Marunouchi Oazo lies in the casual, stand-up dining style. It’s more approachable than high-end sushi restaurants, allowing guests to enjoy authentic sushi made right in front of them by skilled chefs, in a relaxed setting.

Guided by the belief that “sushi is not about making food taste better, but about not making it worse,” the restaurant places great importance on maintaining freshness. They carefully select seasonal ingredients, mainly seafood from Nemuro in Hokkaido, which is also part of the restaurant’s name. Rather than focusing on creative twists, they stay true to the fundamentals of sushi. One of their most popular items is the “double-decker sushi,” where an extra slice of topping is placed on top of the original one.

All orders are a la carte. Guests write their choices on an order sheet and hand it directly to the chef. Being close to the chefs and watching their expert techniques up close is one of the highlights of the stand-up sushi experience.

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Conveyor Belt Sushi in the Tokyo Station Area

10. Kaiten Zushi Haneda Ichiba Gransta Tokyo (回転寿司 羽田市場 グランスタ東京店)

Kaiten Zushi Haneda Ichiba Gransta Tokyo, a popular restaurant featured on Japanese TV, offers fresh seafood from across Japan. Thanks to their unique distribution network, they are able to serve fish that are typically only available locally, including those that are difficult to keep fresh. By adjusting fishing times and preparing the catch immediately onboard, they ensure the seafood is shipped out as quickly and as fresh as possible.

One of the highlights is their “Hakobyun” service, where freshly caught fish are delivered directly to the restaurant via bullet train. Japan’s shinkansen are known for being extremely punctual and smooth, making them ideal for transporting delicate ingredients quickly and safely. Since the restaurant is located inside Tokyo Station, the seafood can be processed and served with minimal delay.

They also use red vinegar (akazu) in their sushi rice—a traditional style that is rarely seen at typical conveyor belt sushi restaurants, adding to the unique and high-quality experience.

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11. Sanchoku Gourmet Kaiten Sushi Kantaro Tokyo (産直グルメ回転寿司 函太郎 Tokyo)

Sanchoku Gourmet Kaiten Sushi Kantaro Tokyo offers an authentic sushi experience that goes far beyond what you might expect from a conveyor belt sushi restaurant. Based on the concept of “Serving Hakodate,” the restaurant sources fresh seafood every morning, mainly from Hakodate and other coastal regions.

They are particular about the rice, using a blend of several high-quality varieties grown in Hokkaido. By cooking smaller batches more frequently, they keep the rice at the ideal body temperature for sushi. Even the soy sauce is from Hokkaido—specially made for sushi by a historic brewery that exists only in Hakodate.

Highly recommended are the fresh whelk (tsubu-gai) and surf clam (hokkigai), which are delivered in the shell and carefully prepared by hand. You can enjoy their natural texture, aroma, and sweetness at their best. Another standout is the house-marinated mackerel (shime-saba), made with precise adjustments to salt and marinating time depending on the season—allowing you to truly taste the craftsmanship behind each piece.

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