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Nasime

Modern Japanese kappo tasting menuJapanese-ownedOld Town AlexandriaGinza-trainedWashingtonian Top 100

Chef-owner Yuh Shimomura spent 15 years training in Tokyo's prestigious Ginza district before opening Nasime in Old Town Alexandria in 2016. His 7-course tasting menu ($95) changes with the season and showcases one chef's singular vision — from sashimi to wagyu to handmade noodles — in one of the region's most intimate dining rooms.

Price
¥¥¥
Area
Old Town Alexandria (VA)
Since
2016
Chef
Yuh Shimomura
Nasime — authentic modern japanese kappo tasting menu restaurant in Washington D.C., Old Town Alexandria (VA)
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About
Nasime is the kind of restaurant that locals guard jealously: a 10–15 seat kappo counter on King Street in Old Town Alexandria where Ginza-trained Chef Yuh Shimomura works alone in the kitchen each night, preparing a daily-changing 7-course tasting menu for a single sitting of guests. Shimomura trained in Japan's most demanding culinary environment — Ginza, Tokyo's luxury dining district — for 15 years before coming to DC. His menu juxtaposes traditional Japanese preparations (otsukuri sashimi with edible flowers, chawanmushi, wagyu) with elegant global touches, always grounded in Japanese seasonal philosophy. Nasime has appeared on Washingtonian's '100 Very Best Restaurants' list for four consecutive years including 2026. Reservations are essential and made through the restaurant's contact page or Resy.
Neighborhood & visiting

Nasime sits in Old Town Alexandria (VA), one of Washington D.C.'s neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused kaiseki counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional kaiseki restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • 15 years of Ginza training expressed through a single chef's daily-changing 7-course menu — every visit is unique.
  • Washingtonian Top 100 for four consecutive years and counting — the DC metro's most beloved hidden Japanese table.
  • Extraordinary value: Ginza-level execution at $95 per person, well below comparable omakase experiences in DC or NYC.
  • Intimate 10-seat maximum per seating means Shimomura cooks personally for each guest — an unmatched level of attention.

Confirmed authentic: Japanese-owned and led (Yuh Shimomura, Ginza-trained). Opened 2016. Washingtonian Top 100 2026. Resy reservations.

Links
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Frequently asked

About Nasime

Is Nasime an authentic modern japanese kappo tasting menu restaurant in Washington D.C.?
Yes — Nasime is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for modern japanese kappo tasting menu in Washington D.C.: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
Where is Nasime located?
Nasime is located at 1209 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, Washington D.C., USA in the Old Town Alexandria (VA) neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Nasime?
Nasime accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Nasime?
Nasime sits in the ¥¥¥ price range — typical for modern japanese kappo tasting menu of this format in Washington D.C..
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