Update-date: Mar 12 2025
Nagoya is one of the three major cities in the Chubu region. The area around Nagoya Station, a huge terminal served by JR, subway, and private railways, is lined with a variety of restaurants that are busy until late at night. Nagoya is also famous for its sushi restaurants, where you can simply enjoy Japanese seasonal ingredients. We have selected a wide variety of sushi restaurants, from reasonably priced stand-up restaurants to exclusive restaurants that require reservations only. Nagoya is an important starting point for your trip, and we hope you will try some of the best sushi in the city.
1. Akahagi Sushi Tamahagane
Customers can indulge in carefully produced sushi pieces provided one by one at Akahagi Sushi Tamahagane, with a focus on changing monthly course menus. The restaurant's ambience emanates a peaceful feeling of elegance, with white and wood tones, making it ideal for occasions of all kinds. Behind the counter, modern swordsmiths have created Japanese swords, adding to the sense of a master blacksmith sharpening a blade while the chef prepares the meals. Furthermore, the "Monthly Changing Course," which is comprised of freshly chosen ingredients, provides the greatest presentation of seasonal produce. After 9 p.m., à la carte selections are also available, making it an excellent alternative for an unplanned visit.
Akahagi Sushi Tamahagane
Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Exit 2 of Kurumamichi Station on Subway Sakura-dori Line, 6 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Chikusa Station on JR Higashiyama Line / Located at the northwest corner of Akahagi intersection
Address: 3-30-12, Tsutsui, Higashi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 8,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Exit 2 of Kurumamichi Station on Subway Sakura-dori Line, 6 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Chikusa Station on JR Higashiyama Line / Located at the northwest corner of Akahagi intersection
Address: 3-30-12, Tsutsui, Higashi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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2. Sushi Urayama Meieki
Sushi Urayama Meieki, located just an 8-minute walk from Nagoya Station, offers seasonal Hokuriku delicacies and delicious tuna sushi with red vinegared rice. The restaurant, an adult dining retreat, operates three locations in Nagoya-shi, Aichi, and one in Nihonbashi, Tokyo. Fresh fish and seasonal vegetables caught that morning from the Hokuriku area are used in their sushi and a la carte dishes. Their sake pairs excellently with sushi and Japanese cuisine. An 8-meter-long Japanese cypress counter allows guests to interact with chefs and watch their techniques.
Sushi Urayama Meieki
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: Municipal Subway Higashiyama Line - Nagoya Station - 8-minute walk
Address: 1F, Ichigo Meieki Nakakoma Bldg., 5-30-1, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 16,000 JPY / [Lunch] 3,500 JPY
Access: Municipal Subway Higashiyama Line - Nagoya Station - 8-minute walk
Address: 1F, Ichigo Meieki Nakakoma Bldg., 5-30-1, Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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3. Sushi Shiroma
Sushi Shiroma, near Nagoya Station, was founded in 2023 by skilled sushi chef, Mr. Shiroma. It offers the "Omakase Course" with seasonal dishes and sushi, and "Charcoal Grilled Japanese Beef". This unique blend of authentic Japanese cuisine, sushi, and Japanese Black Beef in one course draws food lovers. The restaurant provides a relaxed, sophisticated space and an array of Japanese sake and wine, making it an ideal place to experience Nagoya's culinary scene.
Sushi Shiroma
Open: [Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm) By reservation only / [Sunday] Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 8:30 pm) By reservation only / [Monday, Tuesday, Friday - Sunday] Lunch 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:00 pm) By reservation only
Closed: Wednesday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 12,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Nagoya Station on various lines / 400m from Kokusai Center Station on the Nagoya Municipal Subway Sakura-dori Line
Address: 1F, Sun Town Meieki san-chome bldg., 3-11-2, Meieki, Nishi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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Closed: Wednesday, National Holidays
Average price: [Dinner] 18,000 JPY / [Lunch] 12,000 JPY
Access: 5 minutes walk from Nagoya Station on various lines / 400m from Kokusai Center Station on the Nagoya Municipal Subway Sakura-dori Line
Address: 1F, Sun Town Meieki san-chome bldg., 3-11-2, Meieki, Nishi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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4. Sushi Urayama Main branch
The owner of "Sushi Urayama Main branch" has over 30 years of experience as a sushi chef. Hokuriku sushi is made with ingredients from the Hokuriku region, including Toyama and Ishikawa, which are known for their rich fishing grounds. The characteristic sweet rice (vinegared rice) is a perfect match for Hokuriku seasonal ingredients such as snow crab, yellowtail, and nodoguro, which has a rich flavor. You can enjoy seasonal flavors purchased from discerning suppliers.
The clean, simple, and modern interior of the restaurant consists mainly of L-shaped counter seats.In addition, there is a private room in the back of the restaurant that can accommodate up to 10 people. The menu is basically omakase, so even sushi beginners can feel at ease. Of course, they will also be happy to accommodate your requests. Lunch time is especially good value. You can enjoy authentic sushi at a reasonable price.
Sushi Urayama Main branch
Open: [Tuesday-Sunday, National Holidays, Day Before National Holidays] Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:30 pm) / Dinner 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Yaba-cho Station
Address: 1F, Hirako Bldg., 5-1-33, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya city, Aichi Map
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from Yaba-cho Station
Address: 1F, Hirako Bldg., 5-1-33, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya city, Aichi Map
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5. Sushi Urayama Sakae Hanare
Sushi Urayama Sakae Hanare has a relaxing Japanese-style atmosphere. They have counter seats where one can enjoy viewing artisan techniques up close, as well as table seats. For the food, the Chef's Choice Course (for both lunch and dinner) made by a skilled artisan, is highly recommended. Select seasonal foods from all over Japan, including Hokuriku, are served on red vinegared sushi rice. Their delicate sushi pieces are like works of art and will charm one's taste buds as well as all 5 senses. Try enjoying it with Japanese sake.
Sushi Urayama Sakae Hanare
Open: Lunch 11:30 am - 3:00 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm- 10:30 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Sakae Chika Exit 8
Address: 1F, Le Parc MK Bldg., 3-9-20, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 15,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 5-minute walk from Sakae Chika Exit 8
Address: 1F, Le Parc MK Bldg., 3-9-20, Sakae, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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6. Sushi Rebo
Sushi Rebo is located in the bustling Nishiki area of Nagoya. It is a reservation only sushi restaurant complete with a mature, refuge-like feel. They use fresh ingredients directly shipped every day from Toyosu Market. The careful attention of the restaurant head, who has worked in this career path for more than 20 years, shrines through in details such as using red vinegar or white vinegar rice to go with the sushi toppings. Guests can enjoy ordering both courses and their favorite sushi by the piece, a big part of the restaurant's appeal. Perfect for enjoying food in an unpretentious way or for meals and anniversaries with the special people in one's life.
Sushi Rebo
Open: [Monday-Wednesday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 12:00 am (L.O. 11:00 pm) / [Thursday-Saturday, Day Before National Holidays] Dinner 5:30 pm - 3:00 am (L.O. 2:00 am)
Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 4 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Sakae Station. Turn right from Nishiki-dori to Shichikencho-dori, and it's located on the first basement floor of the building on the next corner.
Address: B1F, Star Nishiki Bldg., 3-20-10, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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Closed: Sunday
Average price: [Dinner] 20,000 JPY
Access: 4 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Sakae Station. Turn right from Nishiki-dori to Shichikencho-dori, and it's located on the first basement floor of the building on the next corner.
Address: B1F, Star Nishiki Bldg., 3-20-10, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi Map
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Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
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