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Sakana Omakase

Tradition, Time, and the Craft of Edomae Sushi

At Sakana Omakase, our philosophy begins with respect for tradition.

Our cuisine is deeply rooted in the techniques and discipline of traditional Japanese and Edomae sushi. Rather than simply serving the freshest fish possible, we believe that exceptional sushi depends on understanding each ingredient—how it should be handled, cured, aged, seasoned, and served at its ideal moment.

Aging is an essential part of our craft.

Selected fish are carefully aged under controlled conditions to develop deeper umami, improve texture, and reveal flavors that are often absent when fish is served immediately after arrival. Depending on the species and season, traditional preparations such as juku-sei aging, curing with salt, vinegar, kombu, marination, and other Edomae techniques are used to bring each fish to its optimal expression.

Behind Sakana is a culinary journey shaped by years of professional experience, including working in Michelin-recognized restaurants and continued training in Japan.

Time spent learning in Japan provided an opportunity to further refine traditional techniques, deepen our understanding of fish preparation and aging, and experience firsthand the precision, discipline, and attention to detail that define Japanese sushi craftsmanship.

These experiences continue to shape the way we cook today.

At our intimate omakase counter, every detail matters—from the temperature and seasoning of the shari to the aging of the fish, the depth of each cut, the balance of nikiri, and the exact moment each piece is placed in front of the guest.

Our menu changes with the seasons and with the quality of ingredients available each day. There is no desire to complicate what is already beautiful. Instead, our goal is to use technique, patience, and experience to reveal the best expression of each ingredient.

Sakana is our interpretation of omakase:
rooted in Japanese tradition, refined through experience, and guided by time.