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Sushi Kappo Tamura
Kappo-style sushiKyoto-born chefEastlakeShiro Kashiba protégéSeasonal Pacific Northwest
Kyoto-born chef Taichi Kitamura trained under Shiro Kashiba before opening Sushi Kappo Tamura in 2010, blending classical Edomae sushi with kappo-style cooked dishes showcasing Pacific Northwest seafood and produce.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Eastlake
- Since
- 2010
- Chef
- Taichi Kitamura
Plate № 32
About
Taichi Kitamura was born in Kyoto and moved to Seattle at age 16, where he trained under master Shiro Kashiba and later operated Chiso in Fremont. When he and business partner Steve Tamura opened Sushi Kappo Tamura in 2010, they created a restaurant that bridges two Japanese culinary traditions: the precision of Edomae sushi and the chef-driven creativity of kappo cuisine. The result is a menu that highlights Pacific Northwest ingredients — wild salmon, Dungeness crab, local vegetables — through a distinctly Japanese lens. The Eastlake setting is relaxed yet refined, with both lunch and dinner service.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Kappo Tamura sits in Eastlake, one of Seattle'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
- Kyoto-born chef trained under Shiro Kashiba brings genuine Japanese sushi mastery to Eastlake
- Unique kappo-sushi format that combines classical nigiri with chef-driven seasonal cooked dishes
- Pacific Northwest seafood elevated through Japanese technique — a distinctly Seattle experience
- Both lunch and dinner available, making it one of Seattle's most accessible quality Japanese restaurants
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Kappo Tamura
- Is Sushi Kappo Tamura an authentic kappo-style sushi restaurant in Seattle?
- Yes — Sushi Kappo Tamura is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for kappo-style sushi in Seattle: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Kappo Tamura located?
- Sushi Kappo Tamura is located at 2968 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102, Seattle, USA in the Eastlake neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Kappo Tamura?
- Sushi Kappo Tamura does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Seattle we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Sushi Kappo Tamura?
- Sushi Kappo Tamura sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for kappo-style sushi of this format in Seattle.
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