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Sushi Insights by REONA Sushi Tokyo

All articles by the team behind REONA Sushi Tokyo, covering sushi, omakase, Edomae technique, and the neighborhoods around the counter.

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Expert guides on omakase, Edomae technique, and the ingredients of the counter, written by the chefs and team behind REONA Sushi Tokyo.

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Local guides to Kanda, Jimbocho, Nihonbashi and the historic neighborhoods around REONA Sushi Tokyo.

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What Is Omakase? A Former Tsukiji Sushi Chef Explains Its Origins

Sushi Guide

What Is Omakase? A Former Tsukiji Sushi Chef Explains Its Origins

I helped put omakase on a Tsukiji menu in 1990. Here’s what omakase actually means, where it came from, and the strengths and downsides of omakase today.

2026-05-05

Kouichi Hishiya
Flounder (Hirame) Sushi Guide by Master Chefs – A Refined Edomae Experience at REONA Tokyo

Sushi Guide

Flounder (Hirame) Sushi Guide by Master Chefs – A Refined Edomae Experience at REONA Tokyo

Discover the refined flavors of Hirame (flounder) sushi at REONA Tokyo. Learn how master chefs use aging and kombujime techniques to transform this prized white fish into an Edomae delicacy. Taste the difference in Kanda.

2025-07-29

Fujito Tsutsui
Discover Japan’s Rare Sushi Delicacy: Nodoguro Explained by Master Chefs at REONA Tokyo

Sushi Guide

Discover Japan’s Rare Sushi Delicacy: Nodoguro Explained by Master Chefs at REONA Tokyo

Discover the rich flavor and culinary story of Nodoguro, Japan’s prized deep-sea delicacy. Learn how REONA Tokyo’s master chefs serve this rare fish as part of a premium Edomae-inspired sushi experience in Kanda.

2025-07-10

Fujito Tsutsui
Sea Bream (Tai & Kasugo) Sushi Expert Guide – A Refined Edomae Experience at REONA Tokyo

Sushi Guide

Sea Bream (Tai & Kasugo) Sushi Expert Guide – A Refined Edomae Experience at REONA Tokyo

Discover the elegance of tai and kasugo sushi at REONA Tokyo. Learn how expert Edomae techniques elevate Japan’s symbolic white fish into a refined seasonal delicacy, crafted with precision and tradition.

2025-07-08

Fujito Tsutsui
Uni Sushi Expert Guide by Master Chefs – Taste the Rich Sea Urchin Experience at REONA Tokyo

Sushi Guide

Uni Sushi Expert Guide by Master Chefs – Taste the Rich Sea Urchin Experience at REONA Tokyo

Experience the finest uni (sea urchin) sushi in Tokyo at REONA. Discover the secrets behind its creamy texture, rich flavor, and traditional Edo-style preparation. Learn how origin and handling impact taste—guided by expert sushi chefs in the heart of Kanda.

2025-07-05

Fujito Tsutsui
Anago Sushi Expert Guide by Master Chefs – Taste Authentic Edo-Style Conger Eel Sushi at REONA Tokyo

Sushi Guide

Anago Sushi Expert Guide by Master Chefs – Taste Authentic Edo-Style Conger Eel Sushi at REONA Tokyo

Discover the secrets of authentic anago (conger eel) sushi in Tokyo with master chef Fujito at REONA Sushi. Learn traditional Edo-style techniques and enjoy a guided, immersive tasting experience in Kanda.

2025-05-16

Fujito Tsutsui
Kohada Sushi Expert Guide by Master Chefs – The Soul of Edomae at REONA Tokyo

Sushi Guide

Kohada Sushi Expert Guide by Master Chefs – The Soul of Edomae at REONA Tokyo

Discover the soul of Edomae sushi through Kohada—Tokyo’s traditional silver fish. Learn expert techniques, seasonal insights, and a sushi chef’s personal reflections at REONA.

2025-04-28

Fujito Tsutsui
Maguro (Tuna) Sushi Explained by a Sushi Chef: Akami, Chutoro, Otoro, and Tuna Types

Sushi Guide

Maguro (Tuna) Sushi Explained by a Sushi Chef: Akami, Chutoro, Otoro, and Tuna Types

Maguro (tuna) sushi is not only about fatty otoro. A sushi chef trained in Osaka, Ginza, and Aoyama explains akami, chutoro, otoro, zuke, and the main tuna types used in sushi.

2026-05-06

Fujito Tsutsui
Jimbocho Guide written by Local: A District of vintage Bookstores and Authentic Japanese Cuisine

Area Guide

Jimbocho Guide written by Local: A District of vintage Bookstores and Authentic Japanese Cuisine

Jimbocho, Tokyo's largest used book district, features 160+ historic bookshops and authentic Japanese cuisine. Known for intellectual gatherings, visitors can explore specialty bookstores, enjoy traditional cafes, and experience local culinary excellence.

2025-04-14

Yasuhiro Suzuki
Kanda Area Guide: Itinerary in Authentic Historical Town in Tokyo

Area Guide

Kanda Area Guide: Itinerary in Authentic Historical Town in Tokyo

Kanda in Tokyo offers an authentic historical downtown experience with used bookstores, century-old restaurants, and a retro atmosphere, despite being in central Tokyo. Perfect for exploring Japanese culture away from commercialized tourism.

2025-04-13

Yasuhiro Suzuki
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