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Koromo by Jazushi

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Koromo by Jazushi is a Pyrmont counter-dining bar specialising in golden kushikatsu (Japanese panko-crumbed skewers), handcrafted whisky highballs, and a moody jazz soundtrack curated by co-owner Yuki Ishikawa. Japanese owner-chef Yutaro Takashima, who brings over 20 years of culinary experience, established Koromo in 2024 as a sibling to his acclaimed Jazushi restaurant in Surry Hills.

Price
¥¥
Area
Pyrmont
Since
2024
Chef
Yutaro Takashima
Owner
Yutaro Takashima | Yuki Ishikawa
Koromo by Jazushi — authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney, Pyrmont
Plate № 31
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About
Designed around the Japanese ritual of eating at the counter, Koromo by Jazushi offers a relaxed but considered kushikatsu experience in Pyrmont's emerging dining precinct, steps from The Star and Darling Harbour. Chef-owner Yutaro Takashima's meticulous panko-coating technique produces light, greaseless kushikatsu across a wide range of proteins, vegetables, and seasonal specials, while co-owner and beverage director Yuki Ishikawa — of Jazushi Surry Hills and Ichoume Darling Harbour — curates a whisky highball programme that spans every conceivable flavour. The jazz-infused soundtrack keeps the mood elevated without pretension, perfectly suited to a long lunch or an extended post-work session. No BYO; a 10% Saturday and public holiday surcharge applies.
Neighborhood & visiting

Koromo by Jazushi sits in Pyrmont, one of Sydney's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused izakaya counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional izakaya restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Chef Yutaro Takashima's 20-plus years of Japanese culinary training underpin a kushikatsu execution — airy panko crust, precisely timed frying — that is authentic rather than approximated.
  • Yuki Ishikawa's whisky highball programme, covering every flavour profile, elevates the drinks offering well beyond a typical izakaya beverage list.
  • The counter dining format places guests directly in the culinary action, creating the intimate cook-and-guest conversation central to Japanese counter culture.
  • As a sister venue to the beloved Jazushi, Koromo benefits from an established reputation for Japanese hospitality and creative, sake-forward entertaining.

Reservations by phone or SMS to 0483 196 394. 10% surcharge on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. No BYO.

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Frequently asked

About Koromo by Jazushi

Is Koromo by Jazushi an authentic japanese restaurant in Sydney?
Yes — Koromo by Jazushi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Sydney: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused izakaya format.
Where is Koromo by Jazushi located?
Koromo by Jazushi is located at Shop 1, 16-30 Bunn St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Sydney, Australia in the Pyrmont neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Koromo by Jazushi?
Koromo by Jazushi accepts reservations online. For an authentic izakaya experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Koromo by Jazushi?
Koromo by Jazushi sits in the ¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Sydney.
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