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Sushi Nakazawa
SushiOmakaseEdomaeFine DiningMichelinJiro Dreams of Sushi
The West Village counter that made chef Daisuke Nakazawa — Jiro Ono's celebrated apprentice — a household name in New York sushi.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- West Village
- Chef
- Daisuke Nakazawa
Plate № 30
About
Sushi Nakazawa opened in 2013 after Daisuke Nakazawa appeared in the documentary Jiro Dreams of Sushi, where his decade-long apprenticeship under Jiro Ono at Sukiyabashi Jiro was documented in detail. The restaurant earned a Michelin star within months of opening and became one of the hardest reservations in the city. The 21-course omakase showcases seasonal neta from Japan with Nakazawa's precise, fast-handed nigiri style.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Nakazawa sits in West Village, 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
- Chef Daisuke Nakazawa trained under Jiro Ono (Sukiyabashi Jiro, Tokyo)
- Michelin One Star since 2013
- Featured in the film Jiro Dreams of Sushi
- 21-course omakase with seasonal Japanese fish
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Nakazawa
- Is Sushi Nakazawa an authentic sushi restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Sushi Nakazawa is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Nakazawa located?
- Sushi Nakazawa is located at https://www.sushinakazawa.com/new-york/location, New York, USA in the West Village neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Nakazawa?
- Sushi Nakazawa accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sushi Nakazawa?
- Sushi Nakazawa sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in New York.
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