Yoshi Sushi: A Sushi Lover's Paradise in Ueno Ameyoko.
Ueno Ameyoko is a district of hidden culinary masters, from smoky yakiniku joints to cozy izakayas with hot pot. Today, however, we’re exploring a spot that will make sushi lovers’ hearts race: Yoshi Sushi Ueno Store. This popular sushi shop is a must-try on the Ueno food map, famed not only for its incredible value-for-money but also for its friendly service and solid sushi craftsmanship.
Think Sushi Has to Be Expensive? Think Again!
Yoshi Sushi shatters the prejudice that great sushi must come with a high price tag. There are no hidden seat charges, service fees, or surprise taxes – just honest, transparent pricing that encourages you to order more. For instance, their “Tokujō (Premium) Sushi Set” is only ¥2,500 and includes classics like Chutoro (medium-fatty tuna), Ikura (salmon roe), and Uni (sea urchin). If you prefer à la carte, try the aromatic “Seared Nodoguro (Blackthroat Seaperch) Sushi” or the “Special Akagai (Red Clam) Sushi“—they will conquer your palate instantly.
Side Dishes That Steal the Show
The side dishes here are designed to surprise and delight. The “Anago Aburi” (seared conger eel), first simmered then skillfully torched by the chef, is fragrant, tender, yet has a slight crispy char. Garnished with cucumber, sesame, and ginger, it’s soul-stirringly delicious. Meanwhile, the “Chawanmushi” (steamed egg custard) is silky smooth, featuring ginkgo nuts and shrimp, leaving you craving another bowl with every spoonful.
Good Drinks Fear No Deep Alley
The pleasure of drinking here rivals that of any lively izakaya. From cold 500ml bottled beers to sake and special Green Tea Highballs, every drink feels like a perfect, tailor-made partner for the sushi. For a special treat, we recommend pairing sake with the sashimi platter; the umami of the fresh fish and the aroma of the sake complement each other perfectly, elevating the experience into a delicious “duet.”
Who Says Sushi Bars Are Serious? This One’s a Delicious Club!
Think sushi restaurants have to be formal and stuffy? “Yoshi Sushi Ueno Store” is anything but! Whether you’re at the first-floor counter watching the chefs’ skillful hands at work or chatting with friends at a cozy second-floor table, the entire atmosphere feels like a lively sushi party. Even better, the servers and sushi chefs are humorous and talkative. Strike up a fun conversation, and they might just let you in on the “hidden menu”!
So, Why Haven’t You Visited Yet?
At Yoshi Sushi, you don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy high-quality sushi. Whether you’re a solo diner looking for a great meal or with friends seeking a comfortable spot to eat, drink, and chat, this place fulfills all your sushi fantasies. Next time you’re in Ueno Ameyoko, slow down and treat your taste buds to a great sushi adventure!
Japanese voice menu translation provided at the back
Yoshi Sushi Ueno Store – Information
- Budget: Lunch approx. ¥1,000 – ¥1,999 / Dinner approx. ¥4,000 – ¥4,999
- Type: Sushi, Japanese Cuisine
- Phone: 03-5812-1678
- Reservations: Accepted
- Hours: Daily 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Last Order 8:30 PM)
- Closing Days: Open year-round (Closed only on New Year’s Day, Jan 1st)
- Address: 6-7-8 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo
- Access:
- Approx. 2 min walk (approx. 113m) from JR Ueno Station (Central Gate)
- Approx. 2 min walk from Ueno Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
- Children: Welcome
- Payment: Credit cards accepted (VISA, Mastercard, JCB, AMEX)
- Smoking Policy: Entirely Non-smoking (A dedicated smoking room is available on the 2nd floor)
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Menu, please!
Order, please
This one, please
Thank you for the meal
Water, please
How do I eat this?
A small plate, please
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Excuse me, please change the grill net.
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Where do I pay?
How much is it?
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I will pay in cash
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Voice Menu, Easy Ordering
All images are from the official website of the store.
Lunch
ランチ
Delicious & Affordable Lunch Special! 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Weekdays, excluding holidays)♪
A Lunch
Aランチ
S Lunch
Sランチ
Seafood Chirashi Lunch
海鮮ちらしランチ
Delicious Lunch
デリシャスランチ
Special Tempura Bowl
特製天丼
Sashimi Set Meal
刺身定食
Course
コース
A Course
Aコース
B Course
Bコース
C Course
Cコース
S Course
Sコース
Celebration Course
祝膳コース
Highly Recommended Dish
イチオシの一品
Seasonal Vegetable Tempura
季節野菜の天ぷら
Assorted Sashimi
刺身盛合せ
Wagyu Lean Steak
和牛赤身ステーキ
Sushi
お寿司
Regular Sushi
並寿司
Premium Sushi
上寿司
Deluxe Sushi
特上寿司
Super Deluxe Sushi
超特上寿司
Special
スペシャル
Premium
プレミアム
Customized Nigiri Sushi
お好み握り寿司
Octopus
たこ
Squid Tentacles
げそ
Flying Fish Roe
とび子
Surf Clam
青柳
Gizzard Shad
小肌
Egg
玉子
Vinegared Mackerel
しめさば
Radish Sprouts
かいわれ
Sardine
いわし
Horse Mackerel
あじ
Live Sea Bream
活たい
Live Octopus
活たこ
Young Green Onion
芽ねぎ
Seared Salmon
炙りサーモン
Shellfish Adductor Muscle
ひも
Cuttlefish
すみいか
Shrimp
えび
Red Shrimp
赤えび
Flounder Fin
えんがわ
Tuna
まぐろ
Herring Roe
数の子
Live Surf Clam
活ほっき貝
Herring Roe on Kelp
子持ちこんぶ
Conger Eel
穴子
Scallop
ほたて
Whelk
つぶ貝
Fatty Tuna
とろ
Seasonal White Fish
旬の白身
Salmon Roe
いくら
Extra Fatty Tuna
大とろ
Abalone
あわび
Sea Urchin
うに
Hand Roll Sushi
手巻寿司
Natto Roll
なっとう巻
Plum Roll
うめ巻
Pickled Radish Roll
おしんこ巻
Kappa Maki (Cucumber Roll)
かっぱ巻
Kanpyo Roll
かんぴょう巻
Tekka Maki (Tuna Roll)
鉄火巻
Negitoro Roll
ねぎとろ巻
Anago and Cucumber Roll
穴きゅう巻
One Dish Cuisine
一品料理
Chef's Choice Sashimi Platter
おまかせ刺身盛合せ
Assorted Tempura
天ぷら盛合せ
Miso Stewed Wagyu
和牛の味噌煮込み
Grilled Sea Bream Head
鯛のかぶと焼
Crab Shumai
かにしゅうまい
Crab Salad
カニサラダ
Homemade Tofu
自家製豆富
Braised Daikon
アラ煮大根
Grilled Turban Shell
さざえのつぼ焼
Grilled Scallop
ほたての磯焼
Chawanmushi
茶わんむし
Grilled Squid Tentacles
げそポッポ焼き
Seared Nigiri Assortment
炙り握りづくし
Minced Horse Mackerel
あじのたたき
Mozuku Seaweed
もずく
Squid Sashimi
いかの刺身
Dessert
デザート
Vanilla Ice Cream
バニラアイス
Matcha Ice Cream
抹茶アイス
Souvenir
お土産
Mackerel Stick Sushi
さば棒寿司
Conger Eel Thick Roll
穴子太巻き
All-You-Can-Drink
飲み放題
2-hour plan: 1,900 yen (tax included, Sunday to Thursday, excluding tax). Relax and enjoy your time.
Bottled beer
Japanese sake (Shirahata)
Shochu (potato, barley, and mixed types)
Whiskey
Wine (red and white)
Soft drinks
Mixers
※ Available for reservations of 4 or more people.
※ Please order a banquet course.
(2,200 yen on Fridays, Saturdays, and before holidays)
Draft Beer
生ビール
Asahi Super Dry
アサヒスーパードライ
Bottled Beer
瓶ビール
Asahi Super Dry
アサヒスーパドライ
Kirin Classic Lager
キリンクラシックラガー
Asahi Dark Beer
アサヒ黒生
Non-Alcoholic Beer
ノンアルコールビール
Asahi Dry Zero
アサヒドライゼロ
Highball
ハイボール
Highball
ハイボール
Japanese Sake
日本酒
Shirataka Superior
白鷹上選
Wine
ワイン
Half Wine
ハーフワイン
Red
赤
White
白
Shochu
焼酎
Satsuma Tsukasa
さつま司
Ichibanfuda Shochu
一番札
Fruit Liquor
果実酒
Plum Wine
梅酒
Sour
サワー
Fresh Grapefruit Highball
生グレープフルーツハイ
Lemon Sour
レモンサワー
Oolong Highball
ウーロンハイ
Tea Highball
お茶割り
Hot Water Mix (usually for alcohol)
お湯割り
Watered Down (usually alcohol)
水割り
Soft Drink
ソフトドリンク
Fresh Grapefruit Juice
生グレープフルーツジュース
Orange Juice
オレンジジュース
Cola
コーラ
Oolong Tea
ウーロン茶
Pickled Plum
