Best Value Michelin Star Omakase Sushi at Ginza Iwa (銀座いわ) in Tokyo!

*Ratings Breakdown in Description below*

Hidden away in a Ginza alleyway is the one Michelin Star Ginza Iwa. This is a lesser known establishment that serves incredibly delicious omakase sushi at a very reasonable price. This restaurant is owned by Hisayoshi Iwa who trained at Sushi Kanesaka. This restaurant offers a lunch course with incredible value for only 8640 yen which is very reasonable when compared to other high end sushi restaurants in Tokyo.

During this visit, I was served by the extremely skilled Chef Suzuki who ran Ginza Iwa's Hong Kong branch for several years. Ginza Iwa is the perfect place to go for first timers looking to experience high end sushi in Tokyo. I had about 20 pcs of sushi even though the menu only lists 15 pcs! The counter only has 6 seats so reservations are highly recommended!

Ratings Breakdown:
Rice (3.5/5): The seasoning is fairly neutral tasting compared to other establishments that make their rice much more sour. Hence, the sushi rice is not overwhelmed with tartness that first timers may not be used to. Also, the sous chefs bring out the rice in small batches throughout the meal so that rice temperature is maintained.
Fish (4/5): All the cuts of fish served were top quality. No complaints here!
Fish to Rice Balance (4/5): Every piece of nigiri served had a good ratio of fish to rice. Also the rice seasoning does not over power the fish which is something I have experienced at other placed. Temperature contrast and control of both the rice and the fish were both spot on.
Chef's Skill (4/5): Chef was extremely skilled in both the slicing of the fish and crafting of each piece of nigiri. Temperature control of the fish was spot on as well.
Value (5/5): For ~$80 USD, the quality and quantity you get for lunch is hard to beat at this price.
Ease of Booking (5/5): Very easy to make reservations online via Tablecheck!

Overall (4/5): At this price point, the quality of the lunch course combined with the ease of booking makes this place tough to beat for the value. I would definitely return again! Chef Suzuki also speaks good English.

Ginza IWA 銀座いわ
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chūō, Ginza, 8−4-4 三浦ビル

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