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Assorted nigiri sushi on a black plate
Traditional

Edomae Sushi

in Tokyo

Tokyo's signature sushi style: carefully seasoned rice topped with seafood prepared through curing, simmering, marinating, or brushing with sauce. It is precise, restrained, and deeply tied to the old Edo waterfront.

Did you know?

Nigiri sushi became popular in Edo in the 1800s as fast city food, using seafood from Edo Bay and preservation techniques that predated refrigeration.

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Where to Find It

1 place to try Edomae Sushi in Tokyo

Assorted nigiri sushi on a black plate

Sushi Masashi

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Aoyama

A polished omakase counter known for precise Edomae technique and a calm, intimate setting.

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