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Nakaji
Edomae Sushi OmakaseJapanese whiskysake barBar at Nakajiseasonal otsumami
Third-generation Edomae sushi master Kunihide Nakajima presides over a 10-seat omakase counter at 48 Bowery, ranked among North America's top 50 restaurants.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Chinatown
- Since
- 2022
- Chef
- Kunihide Nakajima
Plate № 2140
About
Nakaji occupies a discreet space within the Canal Arcade at 48 Bowery, Chinatown, where third-generation Edomae sushi chef Kunihide 'Nakaji' Nakajima crafts one of New York City's most serious omakase experiences. The 10-seat counter — intimate by design — features a 14-course Edomae-style sushi tasting at $365 per person (tax and gratuity not included), with fish sourced directly from Japan, including baby scallops from Hokkaido. Every piece reflects the restrained, rice-forward precision of traditional Edo-period sushi making. Adjacent to the chef's counter is Bar at Nakaji, a Japanese whiskey speakeasy open the same hours, offering curated pours from an exceptional collection of rare Japanese spirits. Nakaji has been consistently ranked among North America's top 50 restaurants on Opinionated About Dining for three consecutive years, and fish are flown in daily from Japan. Reservations are accepted up to two weeks in advance via Resy or by phone.
Neighborhood & visiting
Nakaji sits in Chinatown, one of New York'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
- Third-generation Edomae master Kunihide Nakajima is among the most technically accomplished sushi chefs practicing in New York City.
- Fish are flown daily from Japan — including Hokkaido scallops — ensuring a sourcing standard that rivals the best counters in Tokyo.
- Consistently ranked in Opinionated About Dining's top 50 restaurants in North America for three consecutive years.
- Bar at Nakaji, a Japanese whiskey speakeasy attached to the counter, is one of the city's most considered spirit programs.
Omakase price $365 per person. $365 cancellation fee applies within 48 hours. Reservations via Resy or phone.
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Frequently asked
About Nakaji
- Is Nakaji an authentic edomae sushi omakase restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Nakaji is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for edomae sushi omakase in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Nakaji located?
- Nakaji is located at 48 Bowery, New York, NY 10013, New York, United States in the Chinatown neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Nakaji?
- Nakaji accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Nakaji?
- Nakaji sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for edomae sushi omakase of this format in New York.
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