Instead of raw fish, we use juicy watermelon cubes marinated in Marukan Lite Seasoned Rice Vinegar, gluten-free tamari, toasted sesame oil, and ginger. The result? A surprisingly sushi-like bite with a clean, refreshing taste.
Chizuko Kimura is the first female sushi chef to earn a Michelin star, fulfilling her late husband's wish to keep their restaurant, Sushi Shunei, open after his passing.
At a glance, the layout hits all the notes: twelve assorted maki rolls, tamago sushi with a sleek black nori wrap, twin nigiri pieces, two generous scoops of ikura (salmon roe), and even a blocky ebi (shrimp) with exaggerated stripes that somehow look juicy.
Ota's new restaurant, Sushi Gaku, aims to elevate the dining experience by incorporating expanded offerings beyond traditional sushi while maintaining a focus on rare sushi styles.