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Sushi Yugen
SushiOmakaseEdomaeFinancial District
Downtown omakase on York Street — Japanese chef Kyohei Igarashi leads the kitchen.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Financial District
- Since
- 2023
- Chef
- Kyohei Igarashi
- Owner
- Kamen Sun
Plate № 19
About
Sushi Yugen opened in 2023 in Toronto's Financial District. The counter is led by Japanese head chef Kyohei Igarashi, who runs a two-seating nightly omakase of cooked courses and Edomae nigiri. Ownership is non-Japanese (Kamen Sun), but the kitchen is Japanese-led.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sushi Yugen sits in Financial District, one of Toronto'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
- Japanese head chef Kyohei Igarashi
- Two-seating nightly omakase
- Edomae technique with house-aged fish
Non-Japanese ownership; kitchen is Japanese-led.
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Frequently asked
About Sushi Yugen
- Is Sushi Yugen an authentic sushi restaurant in Toronto?
- Yes — Sushi Yugen is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for sushi in Toronto: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Sushi Yugen located?
- Sushi Yugen is located at 150 York St, Toronto, ON M5H 3S5, Toronto, Canada in the Financial District neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sushi Yugen?
- Sushi Yugen accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sushi Yugen?
- Sushi Yugen sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for sushi of this format in Toronto.
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