廻鮮寿司 塩釜港 / Shiogama-ko Sushi
Where locals go for sushi
Photo by Shiogama-ko
Photo by Shiogama-ko
Photo by Marija Temelkovski
Photo by Marija Temelkovski
Shiogama is famous for its local seafood and has the highest number of sushi restaurants per-capita in all of Japan. In a city full of sushi, this unassuming sushi restaurant remains among the most popular with locals.
When you arrive at the entrance, the first thing that you will see is a shy octopus swimming in a tank. Shiogama-ko is often lively, filled with the voices of families enjoying an evening out. Choose a seat at the counter to watch the sushi chefs delicately craft each piece of sushi to order.
The fish is purchased fresh every morning from the Shiogama Seafood Wholesale Market. The sushi is crafted from seasonal catch and the pieces are large. Various cuts of tuna and salmon are the go-to staples, but even the tamago (egg) is a cut above most restaurants'. Shiogama-ko often features unusual specials, such as kurage (jellyfish).
There is an English menu and an English form available for ordering sushi. The restaurant also offers comfortable booths perfect for small groups.
Shiogama-ko Sushi is the best sushi in the world and the prices are very reasonable. I quickly became a regular because the staff is very friendly and the sushi chef likes to crack jokes. Salmon toro is my favourite, but I suggest trying other items too, like scallop, sea urchin, and kurage. Another favourite of mine is the seafood miso soup, a must try if you’re in the region.
Last Update
November 22, 2022
Area Matsushima Bay
ADDRESS
18-1 Noda, Shiogama-shi, Miyagi-ken 985-0035
ACCESS BY PUBLIC TRANSIT
5-minute walk from Shiogama Station (Tohoku Line)
CREDIT CARDS
Not accepted
LANGUAGES
Limited English
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Yes
HOURS
11:00–20:30
CLOSED DAYS
None
PHONE
022-367-3838
OFFICIAL URL
VEGETARIAN/VEGAN
No
HALAL
No
FOREIGN-LANGUAGE MENU
Yes
NON-SMOKING
Yes
TABLE CHARGE
No
DINNER LAST ORDER
20:00
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