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Maru
Japanese sushi & ramenJapanese-led kitchenSushiRamenÖstermalmTraditional approach
Maru is a small, casual Japanese restaurant on Lützengatan in Östermalm where Japanese chef Yukio Maruyama — who holds firmly to Japanese food traditions — serves authentic sushi and ramen to a loyal neighbourhood following. Karlaplan metro station is steps away.
- Price
- ¥¥
- Area
- Östermalm
- Chef
- Yukio Maruyama
Plate № 68
About
Thatsup's review captures Maru's essence precisely: 'In the kitchen you find Japanese chef Yukio Maruyama, who holds firmly to Japanese food traditions.' This small Östermalm restaurant is the antithesis of fusion — Maruyama serves straightforward, honest sushi and ramen rooted in the same techniques he would apply in Japan. The intimate size and casual approach keep prices accessible, making it one of Stockholm's best-value authentic Japanese options. Located about 100 metres from Karlaplan metro station, it is well-positioned for Östermalm residents and their guests. Reddit users who sought out the restaurant's background confirmed the Japanese owner's identity and the restaurant's genuine provenance.
Neighborhood & visiting
Maru sits in Östermalm, one of Stockholm's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Chef Yukio Maruyama 'holds firmly to Japanese food traditions' — no fusion, no compromise
- Honest, accessible prices for authentic Japanese sushi and ramen in affluent Östermalm
- Small neighbourhood restaurant trusted by Japanese locals — the best measure of authenticity
- Steps from Karlaplan metro — easily reachable from across Stockholm
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Frequently asked
About Maru
- Is Maru an authentic japanese sushi & ramen restaurant in Stockholm?
- Yes — Maru is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese sushi & ramen in Stockholm: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Maru located?
- Maru is located at Lützengatan 4, 115 20 Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden in the Östermalm neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Maru?
- Maru does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular sushi restaurants in Stockholm we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Maru?
- Maru sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese sushi & ramen of this format in Stockholm.
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