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Masa Ishibashi
Edomae omakase sushiedomae sushiomakaseJapan-airlifted fishGinza-trainedMichelin starred
Masa Ishibashi brings Michelin-starred Edomae omakase sushi to Metro Vancouver, with Japanese chef Masakazu Ishibashi presenting seasonal fish airlifted directly from Japan in a private, reservation-only dining experience in Richmond.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Richmond (Metro Vancouver)
- Since
- 2023
- Chef
- Masakazu Ishibashi
Plate № 05
About
Chef Masakazu Ishibashi trained in the Ginza district of Tokyo — Japan's most prestigious sushi enclave — before earning Michelin recognition and establishing international outposts in Tokyo and Taipei. His Richmond location, opened in 2023, brings that exacting Edomae tradition to Metro Vancouver: fish is airlifted fresh from Japan, aged and prepared according to classical Edo-period techniques that emphasise the natural flavour and texture of each cut. Guests receive a curated omakase progression where each nigiri piece is a study in restraint and precision — seasoned with house-made nikiri soy and freshly grated wasabi, served at body temperature rice. Reservations are essential and the experience is intentionally intimate, replicating the private counter dining culture of Tokyo's best sushi establishments.
Neighborhood & visiting
Masa Ishibashi sits in Richmond (Metro Vancouver), one of Vancouver'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
- Michelin-starred Japanese chef Masakazu Ishibashi with Ginza-Tokyo training — the gold standard of Edomae sushi
- Fish airlifted directly from Japan and aged according to classical Edo-period preparation techniques
- Private, reservation-only omakase counter replicating the intimate culture of Tokyo's finest sushi bars
- International brand with locations in Tokyo Ginza and Taipei — exceptional credibility in Vancouver's sushi scene
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Frequently asked
About Masa Ishibashi
- Is Masa Ishibashi an authentic edomae omakase sushi restaurant in Vancouver?
- Yes — Masa Ishibashi is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for edomae omakase sushi in Vancouver: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
- Where is Masa Ishibashi located?
- Masa Ishibashi is located at 130-8411 Bridgeport Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 1R7, Vancouver, Canada in the Richmond (Metro Vancouver) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Masa Ishibashi?
- Masa Ishibashi accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Masa Ishibashi?
- Masa Ishibashi sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for edomae omakase sushi of this format in Vancouver.
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