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About this place
Sipping a cold drink alongside a generous platter of sashimi, then pacing out nigiri according to your appetite, is one of the classic pleasures of a neighbourhood sushi counter. Tucked into the residential streets of Minamimagome in Ota Ward, Kaoru Sushi has long been a local favourite for its approachable prices and warm, easygoing hospitality.
A natural place to start once seated is the sashimi assortment, an enduring staple among regulars. It pairs naturally with bottled beers such as Sapporo Red Star and Kirin Ichiban Shibori. Alongside a gentle, savoury chawanmushi (steamed egg custard) and mildly sweet tamagoyaki served as appetizers, it eases you into the evening at a leisurely pace.
When it comes to nigiri, the menu offers varied set combinations suited to different budgets and appetites. Options range from the "Take" set—featuring lean tuna, white fish, salmon roe, and tuna rolls—to the richer "Matsu" and "Tokujo Matsu" sets, which introduce additions like medium-fatty tuna and herring roe. Guests can also branch out beyond the sets, supplementing their meal with individual pieces like tender conger eel, shrimp, or a choice of hand rolls.
Opening from 17:00 in the evening, the restaurant comfortably accommodates everything from a solo stop for an evening drink to relaxed family dinners. Seats can fill up, so phoning ahead for a reservation is sensible if your evening plans are set.
