Sushi & Seafood · Nishi-Azabu

Nishiazabu Taku 西麻布 拓

One Michelin star (2026), formerly two. Takuya Kozawa's Nishi-Azabu counter pioneered pairing sushi with a resident sommelier, and the omakase runs to 30+ items.

About

When the chef opened in Nishi-Azabu, the area had few sushi restaurants, and 'Taku' means 'to blaze a trail'. He was among the first sushi chefs to hire a sommelier, and pairings of wine and sake are part of the experience. The omakase is long and varied, starting at around 30 items with nigiri alternating with drinking snacks, and the rice is seasoned with red or white vinegar depending on the fish. It held two stars from 2008 to 2018 and one star since, including the 2026 guide.

Highlights

• Resident sommelier and wine pairings designed for sushi
• Omakase of 30+ items alternating snacks and nigiri
• Red or white vinegar rice chosen per topping
• Michelin-starred every year since the first Tokyo guide

Tips

• Book through the official site, Omakase or your concierge 3-4 weeks ahead
• Saturday is the only lunch service
• Go for the pairing: it is the point of difference
• Closed Sundays, holidays and 1st/3rd Mondays

Open in Google Maps · Info checked 2026-10-09

Nearby

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