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Kiko Sushi Bar

Traditional Japanese sushi50Top Italy 2024 #10 Best SushiJapanese chefSan LorenzoJapanese-owned

Founded by Japanese sushi master Atsufumi Kikuchi and now led by his Japanese pupil Chiho Mikami, Kiko Sushi Bar in San Lorenzo ranked #10 Best Sushi in Italy in the 50Top Italy 2024 guide. 'Main Chef Chiho Mikami, giapponese' is confirmed by the restaurant's own Instagram.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
San Lorenzo
Chef
Chiho Mikami
Owner
Atsufumi Kikuchi (founder)
Kiko Sushi Bar — authentic traditional japanese sushi restaurant in Rome, San Lorenzo
Plate № 45
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About
Kiko Sushi Bar has long been a reference point for serious sushi in Rome, first under the guidance of founder Atsufumi Kikuchi and now with his Japanese-trained pupil Chiho Mikami at the helm. The transmission of craft from master to apprentice reflects a thoroughly Japanese approach to culinary succession. The restaurant's listing at #10 Best Sushi in Italy in the 50Top Italy 2024 guide places it firmly among the elite sushi addresses in the country. It is located near Piazzale del Verano in the university district of San Lorenzo, a neighbourhood that values quality without ostentation.
Neighborhood & visiting

Kiko Sushi Bar sits in San Lorenzo, one of Rome's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • 50Top Italy 2024 #10 Best Sushi in Italy
  • Chef Chiho Mikami — Japanese, trained by founder Atsufumi Kikuchi
  • Master-to-pupil succession reflecting authentic Japanese culinary tradition
  • San Lorenzo neighbourhood gem away from the tourist centre
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Frequently asked

About Kiko Sushi Bar

Is Kiko Sushi Bar an authentic traditional japanese sushi restaurant in Rome?
Yes — Kiko Sushi Bar is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for traditional japanese sushi in Rome: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is Kiko Sushi Bar located?
Kiko Sushi Bar is located at Piazzale del Verano, 90/91, 00185 Roma, Italy, Rome, Italy in the San Lorenzo neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Kiko Sushi Bar?
Kiko Sushi Bar accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Kiko Sushi Bar?
Kiko Sushi Bar sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for traditional japanese sushi of this format in Rome.
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