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An Japanese Restaurant

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A 12-seat Edomae omakase counter tucked in the upper level of Japan Center East Mall, helmed by Japanese chef Daisuke Takiguchi. Seasonal nigiri-focused menus start at $135 per person.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
Japantown
Chef
Daisuke Takiguchi
An Japanese Restaurant — authentic japanese restaurant in San Francisco, Japantown
Plate № 13
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About
An Japanese Restaurant occupies a quiet, intimate perch on the upper level of San Francisco's Japan Center East Mall — only 12 seats at the counter, plus a handful of small tables. Chef-owner Daisuke Takiguchi, who previously ran Kenzo in Napa, took over the space from its founding Japanese chef Kiyoshi Hayakawa and has maintained the restaurant's core philosophy of accessible, high-quality Edomae sushi. Menus range from a nigiri-forward omakase ($145) to a sushi-kappo style course ($135), featuring fish flown from Japan and the Pacific, presented simply and explained by the chef at the counter. Regulars praise the value, the seasonal variety, and the unhurried pacing that recalls intimate sushi bars in Tokyo.
Neighborhood & visiting

An Japanese Restaurant sits in Japantown, one of San Francisco'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
  • One of SF's most affordable omakase experiences, with $135–$145 tasting menus showcasing Japanese chef Daisuke Takiguchi's precise, traditional nigiri.
  • The 12-seat Japan Center counter offers the kind of chef-diner intimacy that defines Tokyo's neighborhood sushi bars.
  • Fish is sourced from Japan and the Pacific, with each piece introduced by the chef — a true educational omakase experience.
  • Conveniently located in Japantown's Japan Center, making it an ideal complement to an evening exploring SF's historic Japanese cultural district.

Reservations by text only to +1 415 886 5885; book at least 1–2 weeks in advance. The entrance is on the upper level near the elevator. — Format: Omakase counter. Authenticity: Japanese chef-owner Daisuke Takiguchi, formerly of Kenzo, took over from founding Japanese chef Kiyoshi Hayakawa, continuing the restaurant's tradition of intimate Edomae-style omakase in a 12-seat Japan Center counter.

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Frequently asked

About An Japanese Restaurant

Is An Japanese Restaurant an authentic japanese restaurant in San Francisco?
Yes — An Japanese Restaurant is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in San Francisco: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is An Japanese Restaurant located?
An Japanese Restaurant is located at 22 Peace Plaza, Suite 510, San Francisco, CA 94115, San Francisco, USA in the Japantown neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at An Japanese Restaurant?
An Japanese Restaurant accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at An Japanese Restaurant?
An Japanese Restaurant sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in San Francisco.
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