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Asanebo

SushiOmakaseFine DiningMichelinValley InstitutionMatsuhisa Alumni

Chef Tetsuya Nakao's Studio City sushi institution since 1991 — a Michelin-listed restaurant that helped establish the San Fernando Valley's reputation for serious Japanese omakase.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Studio City
Since
1991
Chef
Tetsuya Nakao
Asanebo — authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles, Studio City
Plate № 10
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About
Chef Tetsuya Nakao, born in Toyama, Japan, helped open Matsuhisa Beverly Hills in 1991 before founding Asanebo on Ventura Blvd the same year. The restaurant remains one of the Valley's most respected sushi addresses, listed in the Michelin Guide's California 2025 edition as an 'Iconic' restaurant. Nakao's brother is chef Shunji Nakao of Shunji Japanese Cuisine.
Neighborhood & visiting

Asanebo sits in Studio City, one of Los Angeles's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Michelin Guide 'Iconic' listing (California 2025)
  • Chef Tetsuya Nakao: Matsuhisa alumni, Toyama-born
  • Over 30 years of continuous operation in Studio City
  • Brother of Shunji Nakao (Shunji Japanese Cuisine)
Links
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Frequently asked

About Asanebo

Is Asanebo an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
Yes — Asanebo is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Los Angeles: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is Asanebo located?
Asanebo is located at 11941 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604 (,), Los Angeles, USA in the Studio City neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Asanebo?
Asanebo does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Los Angeles we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Asanebo?
Asanebo sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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