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Aya Sushi
Omakase sushiWine Spectator AwardTokyo-trainedToyosu sourcedBellaire
Aya Sushi offers an omakase experience in Houston's Bellaire neighborhood, with Tokyo-trained chef Yoshi Katsuyama sourcing fish directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Market and pairing each course with an award-winning sake selection.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Bellaire
- Since
- 2022
- Chef
- Yoshi Katsuyama
- Owner
- Yoshi Katsuyama / Bruce Kish / Minette Corpuz / Pak Tsui
Plate № 16
About
Led by Tokyo-trained executive chef and partner Yoshi Katsuyama — who honed his skills at Uchi Houston for four years before joining Aya — this Bellaire restaurant sources its fish directly from Tokyo's Toyosu Market to ensure premiere freshness. Aya holds the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, recognizing its carefully curated sake and wine program. The omakase counter experience delivers a refined progression of seasonal nigiri, sashimi, and small plates that reflect both Japanese tradition and Katsuyama's time in Houston's fine dining scene. Since opening in 2022, Aya has become one of Bellaire's most celebrated destinations for serious sushi.
Neighborhood & visiting
Aya Sushi sits in Bellaire, one of Houston's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Tokyo-trained Japanese head chef with direct Toyosu Market sourcing for each service
- Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for its sake and wine program
- Omakase counter experience with seasonal nigiri curated by Chef Yoshi Katsuyama
- Neighborhood gem in Bellaire's dining scene, beloved for quality and warmth
Confirmed authentic: Head chef Yoshi Katsuyama is Tokyo-trained and holds an equity stake.
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Frequently asked
About Aya Sushi
- Is Aya Sushi an authentic omakase sushi restaurant in Houston?
- Yes — Aya Sushi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for omakase sushi in Houston: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Aya Sushi located?
- Aya Sushi is located at 5407A Bellaire Blvd, Bellaire, TX 77401, Houston, USA in the Bellaire neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Aya Sushi?
- Aya Sushi accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Aya Sushi?
- Aya Sushi sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for omakase sushi of this format in Houston.
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