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Murakami Sushi
SushiSushiTraditionalMelroseMatsuhisa AlumniNeighborhood
Chef Todd Murakami's traditional sushi bar on Melrose — a Japanese chef trained at Matsuhisa Beverly Hills since 1987, now running his own neighborhood counter in the Fairfax corridor.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Hollywood
- Since
- 1997
- Chef
- Todd Murakami

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About
Murakami Sushi on Melrose Avenue opened in 1997 under chef-owner Todd Murakami, who trained in Japanese sushi since 1987 and worked at Matsuhisa (Nobu Matsuhisa's restaurant) in Beverly Hills. The restaurant focuses on nigiri, sashimi, and chirashi in a traditional format without fusion rolls.
Neighborhood & visiting
Murakami Sushi sits in Hollywood, 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
- Chef Todd Murakami: sushi training since 1987, Matsuhisa alumnus
- Traditional nigiri and sashimi, no fusion
- Neighborhood sushi bar on Melrose since 1997
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About Murakami Sushi
- Is Murakami Sushi an authentic sushi restaurant in Los Angeles?
- Yes — Murakami Sushi 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 Murakami Sushi located?
- Murakami Sushi is located at 7160 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046, Los Angeles, USA in the Hollywood neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Murakami Sushi?
- Murakami Sushi 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 Murakami Sushi?
- Murakami Sushi sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Los Angeles.
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