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Yamagata Japanese

SushiSushiOmakaseBYOBFort Lee NJ

A Fort Lee sushi and omakase restaurant on Palisades Ave — founded in 2011 by Japanese sushi chef Kunio 'Yama' Koyama and now operated with a Japanese-trained chef.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
Fort Lee NJ
Since
2011
Owner
Tom Choi
Yamagata Japanese — authentic sushi restaurant in New York, Fort Lee NJ
Plate № 1660
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About
Yamagata at 1636 Palisades Ave was opened in 2011 by Japanese sushi chef Kunio 'Yama' Koyama, who sold the restaurant to Korean owner Tom Choi upon his retirement around 2017. The NorthJersey.com review at the time of the ownership transfer noted that the sushi chef remains Japanese. The restaurant continues to serve sushi and omakase as a BYOB destination in Fort Lee.
Neighborhood & visiting

Yamagata Japanese sits in Fort Lee NJ, one of New York'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
  • Founded in 2011 by Japanese sushi chef Kunio 'Yama' Koyama
  • Japanese-trained sushi chef in the kitchen
  • BYOB sushi and omakase on Palisades Ave
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Frequently asked

About Yamagata Japanese

Is Yamagata Japanese an authentic sushi restaurant in New York?
Yes — Yamagata Japanese 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 Yamagata Japanese located?
Yamagata Japanese is located at 1636 Palisade Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ 07024, New York, USA in the Fort Lee NJ neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Yamagata Japanese?
Yamagata Japanese does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in New York we recommend calling ahead.
What is the price range at Yamagata Japanese?
Yamagata Japanese sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in New York.
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