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Sushi Oyama 大山鮨
SushiOmakaseEdomaeFine DiningXintiandiSushi-Pionier
Omakase master Takeo Oyama returns to Shanghai: Sushi Oyama at the Xintiandi Galleria unites traditional edomae technique with the chef's characteristically electric counter presence.
- Price
- ¥¥¥
- Area
- Xintiandi
- Since
- 2025
- Chef
- Takeo Oyama
Plate № 20
About
Takeo Oyama opened the original Sushi Oyama on Donghu Road in 2010, creating Shanghai's first true omakase sushi restaurant — a watershed moment for Japanese fine dining in the city. After closing in 2018, he returned in September 2025 with a new counter at the Xintiandi Galleria. Oyama's style bridges traditional Japanese technique and contemporary flair: his love of torched akami tuna, his energy at the counter, and the legendary communal kanpai with regulars make every visit an event. With an omakase starting at 980 RMB, he sets an unusually accessible price point for quality at this level.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 sits in Xintiandi, one of Shanghai'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
- Return of the omakase pioneer — 15 years of sushi history in Shanghai
- Seven-seat counter for an intimate, chef-to-guest experience
- Premium ingredients flown in daily from Japan
- Lunch menu from 800 RMB — top-tier omakase at an honest price
Reopened September 2025; the original location (2010–2018) was Shanghai's first omakase restaurant.
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Oyama 大山鮨
- Is Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 an authentic sushi restaurant in Shanghai?
- Yes — Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Shanghai: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 located?
- Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 is located at E-L361, 3F, Xintiandi Galleria, 29 Ji'an Road, Huangpu, Shanghai, Shanghai, China in the Xintiandi neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Oyama 大山鮨?
- Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Shanghai we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Sushi Oyama 大山鮨?
- Sushi Oyama 大山鮨 sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Shanghai.
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