Sushi & Seafood · Ginza

Sushi Kanesaka 鮨 かねさか

Two Michelin stars (2026) in a Ginza basement. Shinji Kanesaka trained a generation of top chefs here (including Saito's), and lunch makes it one of the more accessible elite counters.

About

Shinji Kanesaka's Ginza flagship, open since 2000, is one of the great schools of modern Edomae sushi: Takashi Saito of Sushi Saito trained here, and the Michelin Guide singles out the chef's leadership of his young team. The 2026 guide gives it two stars. The sushi is classic and elegant, with an emphasis on 'iki' (freshness and style), and the restaurant is notably easier to book than many peers, especially for lunch. There is also a branch inside the Palace Hotel Tokyo with lower-priced lunch sets.

Highlights

• Two Michelin stars (2026)
• Training ground for many of Tokyo's top sushi chefs
• Lunch omakase offers elite sushi at a lower price point
• Sister counter at Palace Hotel Tokyo with hotel-style booking

Tips

• Book on the official site, Omakase or through a concierge, 2-4 weeks ahead
• Lunch is the value play: same counter, shorter course
• Smart casual; jackets not required but no shorts
• The Palace Hotel branch is easier to get at short notice

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

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