01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Tucked into Azabu-Juban, Kyomaru Sushi captures the unpretentious warmth of an old-school neighborhood sushi shop. Counter stools and tables fill the dining space, where an affable master welcomes guests into a calm setting that feels approachable even on a spontaneous first visit.
The core of the menu revolves around well-curated sets, such as the seasonal Tokujo Nigiri, the dependable Jo Nigiri, and the Jo Chirashi bowl. While ordering a balanced assortment makes for a satisfying start, watching the wooden menu tags from the counter and asking for squid, salmon roe, or lean red tuna one piece at a time lets you pace the meal entirely your own way.
A varied collection of small dishes comes in handy between nigiri or over drinks. Options range from grilled hard clams (yaki hamaguri) and turban shell grilled in its shell (sazae tsuboyaki) to scraped tuna meat (maguro no sukimi), sashimi platters, and silky savory egg custard (chawanmushi). For a sharp accent toward the end of the meal, the wasabi maki provides a lively kick.
Running from 16:00 in the early evening until late at night, the shop works equally well for a full dinner or a light late bite. Reservations can be arranged in advance, so whether dropping in solo or dining alongside good company, you can settle in comfortably and enjoy the artisan's craft at your own speed.
