15 Must-Try Sushi Restaurants in Osaka Discover Oishii Japan -SAVOR JAPAN -Japanese Restaurant Guide-

Update-date: Jun 05 2024

Author: SAVOR JAPAN

Categories: Sushi Osaka

In Osaka, you can dine on sushi with super fresh toppings, consisting mostly of seafood caught in the Seto Inland Sea, known for its fast tides. You can enjoy the unique sushi culture of Osaka, such as oshizushi (sushi pressed in a mould). This article will introduce 15 recommended spots to get sushi in the city of Osaka.

See full listings of Sushi restaurants found in and around Osaka.

1. Sushi Chiharu

Located close to the heart of Osaka, Sushi Chiharu specializes in Edomae sushi. Each piece is meticulously crafted to enhance the flavors of fresh Japanese seafood. The courses offered at the restaurant include popular dishes such as "Marinated Tuna" and "Boiled Shrimp." Additionally, the sake pairing courses are well-received by international guests. The interior is simple with beautiful wood grains, and sitting at the counter allows you to enjoy the skillful techniques of the chefs up close. The second floor can be reserved, making it perfect for spending time with friends and family. Enjoy the traditional flavors that Sushi Chiharu has to offer.

Sushi Chiharu

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm *Edomae Omakase course: 1st floor 8,800 JPY / 2nd Floor 13,200 JPY *Sake Sommelier Omakase Course (with Sake Pairing): 2nd Floor 17,600 JPY (All include tax)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: Exit Fukushima Station on the Osaka Loop line and head south for about 100 meters, then turn right at Miyako Soba and continue straight for 50 meters / It's a 3-minute walk
Address: 1F, Corpo Fukushima, 5-12-14, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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2. XEX WEST

Located on the top floor of Herbis, XEX offers a refined adult atmosphere and a luxurious experience. With hospitable service, exquisite cuisine, and an elegant ambiance, it provides a unique and special experience unlike any other. At XEX WEST in Osaka Umeda's Herbis ENT top floor, you can enjoy three different dining experiences on one floor: "aburiyaki & sushi An" for Japanese cuisine, "Salvatore Cuomo Bros." for Italian cuisine, and "The BAR." Spend an unforgettable time at XEX WEST, where the best of Osaka awaits you.

XEX WEST

Open: [Weekdays] Italian and Japanese cuisine: Lunch 11:00 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 9:30 pm) [Monday-Thursday] Bar: 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) [Friday] Bar: 6:00 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:00 am) [Saturday] Bar: 5:30 pm - 2:00 am (L.O. 1:00 am) [Sunday] Bar: 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,500 JPY
Access: By foot from the following stations: 1-minute from Hanshin Umeda Station, 1-minute from Nishi-Umeda Station on the Yotsubashi line, 2-minute from the Sakurabashi exit of the JR Osaka Station, 5-minute from Umeda Station on the Midosuji line
Address: 7F, Herbis Ent, 2-2-22, Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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3. Sushi Nagayoshi

Located a short 3-minute from Shin-Fukushima Station in Osaka, Nagayoshi Sushi is a discreet treasure in a quiet alley. Owned by Mr. Nagayoshi, an expert chef trained at a prominent Tsukiji establishment, the restaurant specializes in Edo-mae sushi. His dedication shines through in each dish, with ingredients carefully selected from daily market trips and directly from Tsukiji. The unique sushi rice, made with a mix of two red vinegars, further showcases their commitment to quality. Yet, despite its authenticity, the prices are affordable, making gourmet sushi accessible to many.

Sushi Nagayoshi

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday, Day before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm- (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 3 minutes walk from Shin-Fukushima Station on the JR Tozai Line
Address: 2-3-23, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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4. Sushi Hasegawa Shinsaibashi Main Branch

Sushi Hasegawa Shinsaibashi Main Branch cuisine

Sushi Hasegawa in Shinsaibashi presents seasonal dishes in a Kyoto-style setting. The ambiance combines traditional elements like kyo-karakami paper with modern touches. Skilled chefs serve fresh fish directly from the source at the lively counter, and the menu features kaiseki dishes, including the famous "Genji." Their Unagi from Lake Biwa is a highlight, complemented by premium sake brands. The restaurant is suitable for dates, client meetings, and other events.

Sushi Hasegawa Shinsaibashi Main Branch

Open: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Exit No.6 of Shinsaibashi station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line
Address: 4F, Stagea Bldg., 1-16-20, Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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5. Sushi Akagi

Sushi Akagi offers sushi with red vinegar rice topped with beautiful ingredients. Only courses are available on the menu by reservation only. The owner, Mr. Akagi, carefully selects each ingredient for his nigiri sushi. You cannot help but be impressed by the many dishes served with a new world view, such as "Monkfish Liver and Narazuke Pickles," which was created by his Italian experience, and "Black Abalone with Liver Sauce," featuring a whole abalone. Also, the sushi is not only delicious but also beautiful to the eye, making your heart sing. The restaurant is decorated in a luxurious, relaxed atmosphere and equipped with a private room. Guests with small children are also welcome, creating an at-home environment. The communication with the friendly owner is delightful, and you can relax and enjoy his specialties in a relaxed atmosphere regardless of the occasion.

Sushi Akagi

Open: [Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) / [Monday-Saturday] Dinner Part 1 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Dinner Part 2 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm)
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 23,000 JPY / [Lunch] 20,000 JPY
Access: 10-minute walk from Umeda Station and Osaka Station. It is located on the 2nd floor of the main Shinchi Bldg. along the Sonezaki Shinchi Line.
Address: 2F, Main Bldg., Shin Nihon Shinchi Bldg., 1-7-8, Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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6. Jukusei Sushi Rita

Situated in the heart of Osaka, Rita offers an experience of the lesser-known aged sushi in a serene setting. Established in 2019, the restaurant is known for its flavourful sushi and decadent courses, including a lobster per person. Each dish, meticulously crafted, highlights the ingredients' inherent taste. The minimalist yet luxurious interior design and the necessity of reservations add to its appeal as an adult retreat. Rita also boasts an extensive range of sake and other spirits, enhancing the sushi dining experience. The establishment provides a blissful fusion of culinary delight and ambience.

Jukusei Sushi Rita

Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 6:00 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from JR Fukushima Station
Address: 2F, 2-7-17, Fukushima, Fukushima-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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7. Sushi Mahoroba

Sushi Mahoroba offers a blend of exquisite Edo-mae sushi and Japanese cuisine in a retro-modern ambiance. . Guests flock to enjoy its nostalgic yet innovative flavors, featuring authentic sushi, seasonal delights, various okonomiyaki, and a captivating ingredient display. As of 2024, the restaurant now offers courses catering to different occasions and budgets: "Standard Nigiri," "Deluxe Nigiri," and "Super Deluxe Nigiri," all highly recommended for tourists.

Sushi Mahoroba

Open: [Monday-Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 6:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:30 am) / [Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: Go straight on Daihouji-dori and take a right onto Kasayamachisuji. It's located on the 1st floor of the Minami Grand Kaikan Building.
Address: 2-5-19, Higashi Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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8. Shinsaibashi Sushi Tvern Oyaji Saigo no Nigiri

7. Shinsaibashi Sushi Tvern Oyaji Saigo no Nigiri

In the inviting ambiance of warm wood, guests can leisurely indulge in delicious sushi offerings at a reasonable price without compromising on the quality typically found in course meals. Signature dishes like the "Oyaji Maki," brimming with premium ingredients such as sea urchin, salmon roe, and caviar, along with "Basashi (horse meat sashimi)" sourced directly from Kumamoto, promise to delight your palate. Sake selections are predominantly seafood-friendly, with the "Kubota" series catering to sake enthusiasts. Its flexible approach to accommodating food requests adds to its appeal.

Shinsaibashi Sushi Tvern Oyaji Saigo no Nigiri

Open: Dinner 5:00 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:30 am)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: From Osaka Metro Shinsaibashi Station, go out the south 9 stairs of Crysta Nagahori and turn left on Unagidani Minami Dori Street. It's across from HOTEL THE FLAG.
Address: 1F, NIPPO Promenade Bldg., 1-19-8, Higashi Shinsaibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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9. Sushi Monji

At Sushi Moji, customer satisfaction comes first, with the owner dedicated to fulfilling every request. The restaurant prides itself on attentive service, ensuring dishes are served with perfect timing and tailored to guests' preferences. Using carefully selected fresh fish, their sushi dishes are exceptional. Beyond sushi, creative and meat dishes offer a diverse range of flavors. Whether you're a first-timer or dining solo, you're warmly welcomed. With seating options including the intimate "Moji" counter and the private tatami room "Rikyu," guests can choose according to their preference or party size.

Sushi Monji

Open: [Weekdays, Saturday] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:15 pm) Table seating: Smoking is prohibited, Tatami rooms: Smoking allowed. / Dinner 18:00 pm - 12:00 am *Closes when out of ingredients. Available to enter after 10:00 pm.
Closed: Sunday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station on JR Tozai Line
Address: 3F, Yakushido Bldg., 1-3-19, Dojima, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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10. Temma Sakaba Sushikin

This restaurant offers authentic sushi at affordable prices, boasting fresh ingredients meticulously sourced for quality and sushi rice infused with tangy red vinegar. One standout dish is the visually stunning "Luxury Sushi with Sea Urchin and Salmon Roe." Besides sushi, the menu features a diverse selection of dishes, including oden and tempura, perfect for pairing with sake. The bright and inviting atmosphere accommodates both solo diners at the counter seats and groups at the table seats, making it ideal for any occasion, whether it's a casual meal or a girls' night out. Feel free to drop by and savor the flavors.

Temma Sakaba Sushikin

Open: [Weekdays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 4,000 JPY
Access: 2-minute walk from the North Exit of JR Temma Station (194m from Temma Station), 4-minute walk from Exit 12 of Tenjimbashisuji 6-chome Station
Address: 5-7-28, Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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11. Kitashinchi Sushi Senkoudo

Senkoudo provides a luxurious yet affordable dining experience, offering sushi and Japanese cuisine crafted with carefully selected seasonal ingredients. Prepared with meticulous care, the menu features reasonably priced sushi alongside char-grilled dishes cooked over shichirin, a traditional clay cooking stove. Guests can complement their meal with a selection of around 50 varieties of Japanese sake. Set in a modern Japanese ambiance with a relaxing atmosphere, Senkoudo promises moments of bliss with seasonal delicacies, premium sake, and top-notch customer service.

Kitashinchi Sushi Senkoudo

Open: [Weekdays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) (L.O. Food 10:00 pm, Drink 10:30 pm) / [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) (L.O. Food 2:00 pm, Drink 2:00 pm) / Dinner 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) (L.O. Food 10:00 pm, Drink 10:30 pm)
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY / [Lunch] 8,000 JPY
Access: 223m from Kitashinchi Station
Address: 1F, 1-6-23, Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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12. Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi Dotonbori Branch

11. Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi Dotonbori Branch

Located just a 5-minute walk from bustling Namba, Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi Dotonbori Branch offers fresh seafood sourced from all over Japan, including Sakaiminato in Tottori Prefecture, renowned for its abundant catches.The restaurant is famous for its Sushi Seminar, a popular experience allowing guests to "taste your own sushi" and providing a glimpse of the usually closed sushi machine. Beyond being a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant, it's a highly entertaining destination that deepens your love for sushi. Reservations for the Sushi Seminar can be made online.

Daiki Suisan Kaiten Sushi Dotonbori Branch

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None. Open all year round, even during the year-end and New Year's holidays.
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: From exit 14 of Namba Station on Midosuji Line, walk along the Dotonbori shopping street for 5 minutes
Address: 1F, Shikairou Dotonbori Bldg., 1-7-24, Dotonbori, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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13. Sushi no Daripin

The restaurant now offers reasonably priced sushi made with fresh ingredients of the day and rice seasoned with original rosé vinegar, available anytime without the need for reservations. With updated prices that are more affordable than ever, guests can indulge in a la carte dishes prepared with seasonal items by a skilled Japanese cuisine chef. Sake selections are meticulously curated by a sake sommelier. While reservations are recommended for groups of 3 people or more, walk-ins are also welcome for a casual dining experience.

Sushi no Daripin

Open: [Wednesday-Friday] 5:00 pm - 11:30 pm (Food L.O. 10:30 pm, Drink L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Saturday] 12:00 pm - 11:30 pm (Food L.O. 10:30 pm, Drink L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Sunday, National Holidays] 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm (Food L.O. 9:00 pm, Drink L.O. 9:30 pm)
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: Next to WINS Umeda B Bldg., near Grand Front North Bldg.
Address: 1F, Kofuku Sogo Bldg., 2-2-8, Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Map
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14. Sushi Hoshiyama

Sushi Hoshiyama, nestled in Kitashinchi's third-floor entertainment district, is a hidden gem beloved by regulars. Their classic nigiri, meticulously crafted with a unique blend of rice infused with red vinegar from fermented sake lees, promises an unforgettable taste experience. The menu exclusively offers diverse multi-course meals, featuring Edo-style sushi alongside delicacies like Akashi octopus and amadai (tilefish). With counter-only seating, the atmosphere is welcoming, even for solo diners. Come and discover the irresistible flavors of Sushi Hoshiyama.

Sushi Hoshiyama

Open: [Monday, Wednesday, Holidays, Day Before Holidays] 17:30 - 22:30 (last order 22:00)
Closed: Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY
Access: Five-minute walk heading east from JR Kitashinchi Station.
Address: 3F Taniyasu Rowa Building, 1-9-9 Sonezakishinchi, Kita-ku, Osaka, Osaka Map
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This list just shows that Osaka houses a great selection of distinctive sushi restaurants ranging from affordable to luxurious. Make sure to drop by at one of these restaurants when you visit the city.

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.