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Sushi Mukau Review Summary

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Sushi Mukau

+81 (0) 3-6456-3140

1-chōme−14−11 Shirokane, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0072
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Key Takeaways

  • The omakase course is a must-try, especially for uni lovers.
  • The restaurant offers a refined dining experience that justifies its price.
  • The ambiance and attentive service create a memorable dining atmosphere.

What Customers Have to Say

Overall Quality

Overall, the quality of food and service is highly praised, with many reviewers expressing their desire to return. While some mention minor issues with service speed during busy times, the consensus is overwhelmingly positive, emphasizing the restaurant's commitment to excellence.

Favorite Dishes

Many reviewers rave about the omakase course, highlighting the exquisite quality of the sushi, especially the uni and tuna. The delicate flavors and freshness of the fish are often mentioned, with one reviewer noting the 'uni punch line' as a standout feature.

Price

The price range is generally between ¥15,000 and ¥29,999, with most diners opting for the omakase course priced around ¥16,500. Many feel that the quality justifies the cost, describing it as good value for the experience provided.

Ambiance

The restaurant has a chic and intimate atmosphere, with a focus on a counter seating arrangement that allows diners to watch the chefs at work. Reviewers appreciate the elegant decor and the calming ambiance, making it suitable for special occasions.

Vibe

The vibe is described as sophisticated yet relaxed, making it a perfect spot for both casual dining and celebratory meals. The attentive service adds to the overall experience, with many diners feeling well taken care of.

Sushi Mukau Google Average Rating

4.6

5

Google
Chef Oyama was a very fond and influential figure in the F&B scene of Shanghai China, once a desert with practically no omakase at all in the early 2000s.
Located in an upscale area in the city, Donghu Huaihai intersection, Sushi Oyama was the first real omakase experience brought to many of the locals and expats. Even with the “First mover advantage”, it was immensely tough to get hold of premium catch more than a decade ago, being one of the most expensive Japanese restaurant in the city at the time, Oyama was able meet the expectations of many well traveled foodies who then become regulars for a decade to come.
Since Oyama’s departure a few years ago, many of Oyama’s apprentices would then on open their own sushi places, few even gained so much popularity and required a deposit before visit.
When I heard Oyama was opening his new place in Tokyo, I was thrilled to visit. Sushi Mukau is located in a nice and quiet neighborhood in Shirokane, Minato City. This area is known to have many famous high-end restaurants.
Once you’ve opened the seemingly cold and wabisabi looking slide door, be prepared to immerse yourself in a night of Oyama’s infectious laughter and an unconventionally casual omakase atmosphere.
The texture of the shari, rice of nigiri, was cooked to perfectly al dente while holding together nicely. The season of the shari leans more towards sourness, consisting primarily red vinegar. My personal favorite was kohada, a type of small silver skinned fish marinated in vinegar, the sourness of the shari with the fishiness was such a debauchery on the tongue, mesmerising indeed.
The Chawanmushi (Steamed egg custard) has to be an honourable mention, the layer of lobster bisque and dashi (soup stock) was just genius.
Be sure to propose a shot to Oyama if he’s not too occupied towards the end, neither you or him would resist to say no after a great meal and conversation. The post pandemic Japan took its time to regain vitality while Oyama took no time. He always carries this pleasant aura while chatting with his guests loudly in English, Mandarin and Japanese.
Mukau 無何有, the name of this place, was a phrase first mentioned by ancient Chinese philosopher Zhuangzi. Mukau no sato or 無何有之鄉 essentially means a land of nothingness. Zhuangzi was portraying his utopia of a wide and barren land with a tree might otherwise be seen as useless to saunter by.
We live in a world where we are so eager to deem things worthiness or usefulness. Getting tipsy in a sushi joint alone is probably what my Asian parents seen as useless and meaningless indulgence. For me, it is the perfect idea of Mukau no sato in Tokyo.
Sushi Mukau is a rising gem in Tokyo which I’m reluctant to share.

5

Google
Value for money, fun conversation, extremely fresh ingredients. Don’t think I could have asked more for the buck. Plus it’s relatively easier to make a res compared to other famous places.
The only feedback I would give is that I wish there were more “innovative and fun” pieces.

5

Google
Amazing sushi and sake - such a fun environment with excellent service. Highly recommend!

5

Google
Came here for hubby’s 40th celebration & it was an amazing experience. It was a relaxed environment, unlike traditional omakase restaurants. We both really liked the interior - cream colored, textured walls behind the chefs contrasted the remaining black walls that surrounded patrons. LED lights acted like spotlights, directly brightened the star of the show - your food. Ingredients were fresh & flavours were well-balanced, allowing the seafood & rice to shine. We will be back!

5

Google
One of our favorite sushi omakase place in Tokyo. The food is very delicious and the atmosphere is very lighthearted and easy, so much more to enjoy than some of the very “ stiff” and serious omakase places. I hope not too many people know about this place ( so we can easily book) but I also feel it’s not fair if I don’t give it a very good review.