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All-you-can-enjoy high-end sushi. The omakase course at Shinjuku's "Yurakucho Kakida" with an all-inclusive experience

Update-Date: Jun 29, 2025

Author: NAKASO

Categories: Sushi

All-you-can-enjoy high-end sushi. The omakase course at Shinjuku's "Yurakucho Kakida" with an all-inclusive experience

The sushi restaurant "Yurakucho Kakida" in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is currently a hot topic. It has gained attention on social media for offering all-inclusive, high-end sushi made from carefully selected ingredients, with unlimited refills. Not only can customers fully enjoy premium sushi without worrying about the price, but the lively performances by the staff and the entertaining presentations that make you want to point your camera at them are also outstanding. This time, the Japanese editorial team of SAVOR JAPAN actually visited and thoroughly reports on its appeal!

NAKASO

SAVOR JAPAN Editorial Team

She is a member of the SAVOR JAPAN editorial team based in Tokyo. A giant fan of tonkatsu and ramen, she's constantly on the search for hidden culinary gems in Tokyo's "shitamachi" areas like Ueno and Asakusa. Enjoys taking short weekend vacations to places accessible from Tokyo.

A luxurious space just steps from Shinjuku Station

The restaurant is located on the 19th floor of the Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower. Its excellent location, just a 3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station, makes it perfect for stopping by during sightseeing or shopping. Being situated on the upper floors of the hotel, the floor exudes a sense of luxury. A wooden signboard with the characters "Kakida" serves as the restaurant's landmark.

Reservations are essential due to the restaurant's popularity, but the lunchtime hours, when reservations are relatively easier to secure, are a good opportunity. The restaurant has 140 seats, providing ample space, which makes it relatively easy to book for large groups—a welcome feature. This time, the editorial team will enjoy the "Counter seats only: Strongest Sushi Course".

Yurakucho Kakida

Open: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 14,000 JPY / [Lunch] 11,000 JPY
Access: 3-minute walk from the South Exit of Shinjuku Station on the JR, Odakyu, Keio, and other lines
Address: 19F, Odakyu Hotel Century Southern Tower, 2-2-1, Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo Map

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For drinks, there is a plan where guests can add unlimited soft drinks to their course for an additional 1,500 yen, unlimited alcoholic beverages such as beer and sake for an additional 3,000 yen, and a premium alcohol plan including wine and Japanese whisky for an additional 6,000 yen. The lineup is extensive, ranging from Japanese tea to popular fine sake.

All-you-can-enjoy luxury sushi. The omakase course at Shinjuku's "Yurakucho Kakida" with an all-inclusive experience

The first dishes to appear in the omakase course were a seafood salad and appetizers. The course is designed to allow guests to thoroughly enjoy Japanese flavors through dishes made with fresh fish and a tofu tasting. Even the moments before the sushi is served can be spent indulging in carefully prepared dishes, creating a luxurious experience.

The seating is an open counter style. It is a prime spot full of live atmosphere where guests can closely watch the chefs fillet fish right in front of them.

Enjoyable performance

And finally, the sushi service begins. It starts with a cheerful greeting from the staff. The first item to be served is "Ikura (salmon roe)"... but suddenly, smoke gently rises from the entrance to the kitchen... and appearing there is a female staff member holding a taiko drum!

Female staff beat the rhythm on the taiko drum while male staff loudly shout "Yoisho!" as they generously pile salmon roe onto sushi. Customers join in the cheering, creating an atmosphere inside the restaurant that feels like a show. It is truly an entertainment experience that goes beyond the typical boundaries of a sushi restaurant.

Enjoy carefully selected ingredients with the chef's choice

Sushi is served one after another from this moment. The ingredients are sourced by the chef himself, who personally visits the Toyosu Market to carefully select them.

Since it is an omakase style, all that remains is to wait as the sushi is placed on the special boat-shaped plate in front of them.

From the left in the photo are smoked soy sauce salmon, sea bream, and Spanish mackerel. The "smoked soy sauce salmon" is a dish with a flavor that is hard to find at other restaurants. The salmon melts in the mouth, combined with the gently fragrant smoky soy sauce, creating a delicious taste that captivates with just one bite.

Enjoy as much high-end sushi as you like. The all-inclusive omakase course at Shinjuku's "Yurakucho Kakida" restaurant

Sushi is served one after another. The staff politely explain the ingredients, preparation methods, and seasonings in English. They respond to customers' questions with a smile, creating a friendly atmosphere where conversations can be enjoyed. Additionally, all sushi is pre-seasoned, so it can be eaten as is without adding soy sauce or salt, which is another appealing point.

The premium white fish "Hirame (flounder)" is served with a refreshing salted lemon flavor. Its elegant umami spreads in the mouth.

The surprisingly thick scallops are served seared. One can fully enjoy the unique sweetness and the springy texture of the scallops.

This is "Shrimp with Flying Fish Roe." The rich, melt-in-your-mouth shrimp is complemented by the enjoyable popping texture of the flying fish roe, creating a delightful accent.

When visiting Japan, one must try "unagi," which can be enjoyed in a rolled sushi style. The special feeling of having it handed directly to you also enhances the experience.

Tempura is served one piece at a time between sushi dishes. This time, in addition to the classic sweetfish and shrimp tempura, there is also the luxurious "fried blowfish". It is a rare dish at sushi restaurants, allowing one to enjoy the fluffy texture of the blowfish meat.

This is seared "Nodoguro (rosy seabass)", a luxury fish also known as the "fatty white fish." The moderately fatty flesh is lightly seared and simply seasoned with salt and lemon. It offers an exquisite, melt-in-your-mouth flavor, truly a piece worthy of a reward.

The highlight of the omakase course is the "natural bluefin tuna nigiri". It is said that the chef personally selects and purchases a whole bluefin tuna from renowned production areas at the Toyosu Market, resulting in a truly satisfying taste.

The luxurious "Otoro (extra fatty tuna)" offers an irresistible rich fat that spreads in one bite, the "Chutoro (medium fatty tuna)" features a perfect balance of lean meat flavor and melt-in-the-mouth rich fat, and the classic "Akami (lean tuna)" is characterized by the firm, original taste of tuna. Comparing these three types highlights their unique qualities and evokes a deep appreciation for the complexity of tuna.

And finally, sea urchin appears. Its rich and melting sweetness spreads throughout the mouth. Truly a blissful bite.

Here, the omakase course comes to a pause. Next up is the dessert ice cream. Customers can choose as many as they like, but since there will be a refill time afterward, it is recommended to enjoy it lightly as a palate cleanser first.

Unlimited servings! Refill time

On this day, the head chef Kakida appeared at the counter and served sushi.

And to conclude the course, the long-awaited refill time begins! It is a dreamlike moment where customers can reorder as many of their favorite items from all the ingredients offered in the course as they like.

The staff read aloud the items that appeared in the course in English one by one, and customers indicate the quantity by pointing with their fingers to place an order. There is a rule that each item can only be ordered once (multiple pieces per item are allowed), so it is recommended to decide in advance which items to reorder. Even in this situation, the staff respond politely in English, so customers can order with confidence.

After enjoying the entire course, both the stomach and heart were already fully satisfied. Even so, the desire to eat sushi could not be suppressed, and together with the companion, they ordered their favorite pieces again. Looking around, every customer was eagerly ordering seconds, mainly sea urchin and fatty tuna, which was surprising. There is no need to hold back. This is the moment to enjoy without any regrets!

After the refill time ended, there was one last dessert time. To be honest, since they had already fully enjoyed the full course including appetizers, tempura, chef's choice sushi, and the first dessert, they felt quite full. However, thinking "since it's a special occasion...", they couldn't help but reach for the dessert again. Enjoying the meal until completely satisfied will surely become an unforgettable experience.

If this restaurant could be described in one word, it would be "a sushi course that can be enjoyed like a show." Guests can experience not only the taste of sushi but also the live performance atmosphere and the sense of hospitality that engages all five senses through communication that unites the entire restaurant. While not disturbing the time between customers, it keeps them entertained until the next dish is served. It was a space where excitement continued throughout, allowing guests to spend a special moment.

What is especially noteworthy is the warm hospitality filled with smiles from the staff. Although not all of them are fluent in foreign languages, their desire for customers to enjoy themselves and leave happy was evident in every action and word. This hospitality likely creates an atmosphere where everyone can feel comfortable and enjoy their meal.

Despite offering unlimited refills of any sushi pieces in any quantity, there is no compromise on quality, atmosphere, or service. Please experience this unique and unparalleled sushi experience that can only be enjoyed here at least once.

Yurakucho Kakida

Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.

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