Sushi & Seafood · Nishi-Azabu

Nishiazabu Sushi Shin 西麻布 鮨 真

Promoted to two Michelin stars for 2026 after holding one star since the very first Tokyo guide. Shintaro Suzuki's nigiri is graceful, technical and quietly superb.

About

Sushi Shin sits on a corner near the Japanese Red Cross Medical Center in Nishi-Azabu, and has been in every edition of the Michelin Guide Tokyo; in the 2026 guide it was promoted from one to two stars. Chef Shintaro Suzuki is admired for his knife work: hidden scoring so flavour soaks in, temperature controlled to the piece, rice and topping balanced with economy of motion. The counter is welcoming to overseas guests, and both lunch and dinner are served on several days a week, giving travellers more chances to get a seat than at many top counters.

Highlights

• Two Michelin stars (2026), starred since the first Tokyo guide
• Precise hidden knife work on every topping
• Lunch service on some days, a rarity at this level
• Relaxed, welcoming counter in a residential corner of Nishi-Azabu

Tips

• Reserve by phone or through a concierge several weeks ahead
• It is a 15-minute walk from Hiroo Station; a taxi from Roppongi is easier
• Lunch omakase is the more affordable way to try it
• Do not confuse it with Sushi Shin by Miyakawa, a different restaurant

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