Established by a skilled chef who perfected his skills at a Michelin-starred establishment before becoming independent.
Sushi Hamada
鮨はま田
Yokohama
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Sushi
High ratings on gourmet guide
A Michelin starred sushi establishment in Yokohama, where the essence of Edomae sushi can be felt in the speed of the sushi-making.
- Highy-Rated by a Restaurant Guide
- Counter Seating
- Solo Diner Accepted
Sushi Hamada opened in 2004 in Kannai, Yokohama.
While Yokohama is a port city with access to the sea, it is not typically associated with Sushi.
However, Chef Hamada of Sushi Hamada has been loved by locals for many years and has played a significant role in the growth of Yokohama’s sushi scene.
He is an old friend of Chef Matsumoto from Sushi Matsumoto in Kyoto, a notable and famous figure in the surprisingly small world of Sushi. Likewise, he is also good friends with Chef Miyashita of Sushi Miyashita, another famous renowned establishment in Yokohama. Chef Miyashita trained at Sushi Matsumoto before opening his own business and frequently visited Sushi Hamada to learn even more in his early years as a chef.
Chef Hamada’s sushi-making skills are truly remarkable and he is known for his lightning-fast technique.
He picks up the rice, adds the topping, and presents the perfectly created piece of sushi into your hands: all in a flash. Sushi aficionados often exclaim at his counter that they have never seen such speed and elegance from a sushi chef.
The chef’s stoic approach to thinking about sushi daily has received high praise from his colleagues and customers alike.
Quotes of his include, “Sushi is about subtraction,” “Do not do anything unnecessary,” “I just want people to enjoy good sushi,” and “A sushi chef’s job is a steady and quiet one.” This mindset combined with his incredible speed embodies the essence of Edo-style sushi which was originally meant to be made and eaten quickly.
The sushi rice at Hamada is made by blending Akita Komachi and Koshihikari and is not sticky, with each grain still having its distinct shape. It is also prepared without sugar, using only red vinegar and salt, and this results in a crisp and granular texture which pairs perfectly with its premium toppings.
Reservations at Sushi Hamada are now even harder to come by with it being awarded a Michelin star, however it is still a sushi restaurant you must visit when in Yokohama.
| Address | 1F Shinkannai Bldg, 2-21-2 Otamachi, Nakaku, Yokohamashi, Kanagawa |
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| Business hours | DInner only from 17:30 to 21:30 (Last entry at 19:30) |
| Closed | Wednesdays and 3rd Tuesday of the month |
| Directions | Approx 6 minute walk from Kannai Station of the JR Line and Subway Line. Approx 5 minute walk from Nihon-Odori Station of the Minato Mirai Line. |
| Price | From ￥33,000 |
| Service Charge | 10% |
| Seating | 8 counter seats |
| Smoking | Prohibited |
| Children | Children 13 years old and older who can order and eat an adult's course are welcome. |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Language | None |
| Parking | None |
| Dresscode | Smart Casual required. ※ Sportswear and sandals are not allowed. ※ Guests wearing strong perfume or cologne will be denied entry. |
| Payment method | 【Advance payment for online reservation】 PayPal or Credit Card 【Payment for additional orders at the restaurant】 Cash or Credit Card |
| Cancellation Policy | ※ Cancellations made up to 15:00 JST of 8 days before the reservation date are eligible to receive a full refund. ※ Cancellations made after 15:00 JST of 8 days before the reservation date are not eligible to receive any refund. ※ All changes to the reservation are required to be made at least 8 days before the reservation date. ※ Requests to change or cancel a reservation made after the specified days above will not be eligible for any refund and requests to change the reservation to an alternative date/time will not be accommodated. ※ Reservations will be cancelled and entry will be denied if more than 15 minutes late and no refund will be provided. |
1F Shinkannai Bldg, 2-21-2 Otamachi, Nakaku, Yokohamashi, Kanagawa
