Restaurant
Sushi Takehan Wakatsuki
Japan, 〒150-0021 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisunishi, 1-chōme−16−１６ ７HAGIWARA BLDG 7 2F
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Japan, 〒150-0021 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisunishi, 1-chōme−16−１６ ７HAGIWARA BLDG 7 2F
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Upstairs in Ebisu’s Hagiwara Building, elevator doors open directly into a calm, twelve-counter sanctuary where meticulous Edomae technique meets welcoming counter hospitality. The kitchen pairs inventive seasonal small plates with pristine nigiri, shaping warm seasoned shari under generous cuts of creamy uni and simmered tiger prawn. Service moves without formality—while the head chef shapes each piece, a second chef guides diners through the courses in fluent English, untangling provenance and technique. Wine pairings and house-blended herbal tea round out the multi-course progression.
- Intimate Ebisu Counter: A compact 12-counter setting on the second floor offers unhurried, welcoming service tailored to newcomers and regulars alike.
- Bilingual Course Guidance: Chefs walk guests through every seasonal nigiri cut and hot dish with fluent, detailed English explanations.
- Wine and Herbal Tea Pairings: Multi-course omakase menus pair inventive nigiri like rich sea urchin with curated wines and house-blended herbal teas.
- Exceptional Quality-to-Price Value: Consistently recognized for delivering high-caliber fish selections and generous course counts at a remarkably accessible price point.
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Why Diners Choose Sushi Takehan Wakatsuki
Experience inventive counter-side craftsmanship, welcoming bilingual hospitality, and extraordinary culinary value in Tokyo.
Masterful Technique and Creative Pairings
Chefs prepare each piece with technical mastery and creative nuance, serving courses paired thoughtfully with wine.
Food are undoubtedly superb, not only the freshness but you can also see the chef's technique and details in preparing the sushi. A couple of sushi will serve with wine pairing, which boosted the after taste of the food.
Vincent Leung Immersive Counter-Side Creativity
Diners enjoy intimate, focused attention and inventive flavor combinations across a multi-course counter meal.
The staff were very friendly, every dish during the omakase was simply mind blowing. They used a lot of seasonal ingredients and the combinations were so creative but somehow blended perfectly.
Yvette Cui Accessible Bilingual Counter Service
Non-Japanese speakers receive clear, hospitable explanations of every course in fluent English, eliminating fine-dining barriers.
Also ok if you don’t speak Japanese, the chefs are professional and fluent in English.
Peter Welcoming Hospitality for First-Time Diners
First-time sushi diners and travelers are guided through each piece with warmth and dedicated eating instructions.
The chef and head waiter explained each piece and how to eat it... So if you're new to Sushi, you won't feel out of place at all.
Max Barron (Faits Accomplis) Exceptional Value for Omakase Craft
The restaurant delivers exceptional ingredient quality and intricate course preparation at accessible lunch and dinner pricing.
The price is also very reasonable considering the high quality and quantity of food you can enjoy.
Jason Chen High-Quality Execution Worth the Investment
Specialized culinary craft and proprietary blends deliver standout dining value compared to traditional sushi venues.
Although it is not cheap (~18,000 yen) it is worth it for the price, and far more delicious than more expensive places I tried during my trip.
Jacob Baker
Most popular items
Signature sushi courses and delicacies highlighted by diners
Uni
In particular, the Uni is far better than any I have had even at other famous sushi restaurants.
Jacob Baker Ankimo
毎回アレンジ違うあん肝とノドグロはさらに特別♪
Kushima Ushimi Nodoguro
毎回アレンジ違うあん肝とノドグロはさらに特別♪
Kushima Ushimi Nianago
また、通常そんなに好きではない煮穴子。やっぱり、日常食べている穴子とは別の食べ物で、これも顔が思わずほころんでしまう味♪
Kushima Ushimi
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality touches that define dining at Sushi Takehan Wakatsuki
Celebratory Counter Flower Arrangements
For anniversary and milestone visits, the restaurant places fresh flowers directly at the counter for guests, which they are invited to take home at the end of the evening.
Proprietary House-Blended Herbal Tea
Alongside curated nihonshu, the restaurant serves its own proprietary house-blended herbal tea during dinner and offers packaged blends for guests to purchase.
Bilingual Dish Guidance and Instructions
Chefs personally narrate each course and piece in fluent English, detailing preparation methods and demonstrating the exact way to eat each item for international guests.
Integrated Wine Pairings for Nigiri Courses
The omakase introduces select nigiri and seasonal plates matched specifically with wine pairings to accentuate and boost the finish of each dish.
Before you head over
Practical guidance for planning your omakase dining experience
Book Reservations in Advance
The restaurant operates primarily on advance bookings across its intimate 12-counter-seat setup; book well ahead directly or have your hotel concierge arrange counter seats.
Locating the Entrance
The entrance can be tricky to spot from the street; look specifically for the Hagiwara 7 building and take the elevator up to the 2nd floor.
English-Guided Counter Service
Chefs and staff provide dish explanations fluently in English and guide you on how to eat each piece, making the omakase approachable even for sushi novices.
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