Sanaka
Tokyo
Japanese: Sushi
Sanaka Description
Sanaka, located in Aoyama, Tokyo, is a hidden gem specializing in Edomae sushi. This traditional Japanese cuisine focuses on using the freshest ingredients to create exquisite sushi pieces. The restaurant's intimate setting and minimalist decor provide the perfect backdrop for a truly authentic dining experience.
What sets Sanaka apart is its dedication to preserving the art of Edomae sushi. The skilled chefs meticulously craft each piece of sushi with precision and care, ensuring that every bite is a burst of flavor. From melt-in-your-mouth toro to perfectly seasoned rice, every detail is thoughtfully executed. The omakase menu is a must-try, allowing guests to savor a variety of seasonal delicacies handpicked by the chef. For a taste of true Japanese culinary mastery, Sanaka is the place to be.
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Operating Hours
Sun: 11:30AM-2:45PM, 5:30PM-9:30PM
Mon: Closed
Tue: 11:30AM-2:45PM
Wed: 11:30AM-2:45PM
Thur: 11:30AM-2:45PM, 5:30PM-9:30PM
Fri: 11:30AM-2:45PM, 5:30PM-9:30PM
Sat: 11:30AM-2:45PM, 5:30PM-9:30PM
Payment Methods
Restaurant Features
Wine List
Private Dining Room
Sake Selection
Sanaka Reviews
Sanaka Google Average Rating
5
accessibility alert: It’s a very small restaurant on 3rd floor up a narrow set of stairs outside the building, so it fills up very quickly. A long queue had formed by the time we were leaving, and it was difficult to squeeze past other customers on our way down.
5
For would be visitors, do take note:
1) Bring cash along for the lunch sets. No credit cards accepted
2) With a smartphone and GPS, the building is easy to locate. Somewhere along Cat Street. However the exit is hidden at the end of a staircase at the 3rd level. There is no signage, except that it is next to the grocery store
3) Very limited seating, so no good for big groups. The local customers seem to know the importance of eating quickly and moving on. There are reminders to consume the sushi quickly (and not the smartphone screen)
4) For such an unassuming establishment, it has a lot of customers. Arrive early
A no frills omakase restaurant, highly recommended!
5
A bit pricey, but for Omakase and that close to a commercial area, not bad at all.
Oh! The entrance looks like you are about to find an illegal poker game, but the sushi place is there. Just up the stairs. There is a small paper sign in the wall.
5
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