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Sala of Tokyo
Traditional Japanese kaiseki & sushiOldest Japanese restaurant Switzerland16 Gault-Millau pointsJapanese chefs onlyMichelin selectedGault-Millau
Founded in 1981 by Japanese-Swiss couple Sala and Ernst Ruch-Fukuoka, Sala of Tokyo is Switzerland's oldest Japanese restaurant, earning 16 Gault-Millau points and a Michelin listing through its policy of staffing the kitchen exclusively with Japanese chefs.
- Price
- ¥¥¥¥
- Area
- Altstadt (Kreis 1)
- Since
- 1981
- Owner
- Lorenz Muster
Plate № 09
About
Sala of Tokyo opened in 1981, years before sushi became fashionable in Europe, founded by Sala Ruch-Fukuoka (Japanese) and her Swiss husband Ernst — a union that gave the restaurant its name and its soul. Now run by Lorenz Muster, who spent two years cooking in Tokyo, the restaurant maintains its founding commitment: only Japanese chefs in the kitchen. Located near Bahnhofstrasse in the heart of Zurich's Altstadt, Sala of Tokyo offers kaiseki-inspired multi-course menus, robatayaki, and beautifully prepared sushi in an understated setting. Its 16 Gault-Millau points and Michelin Guide listing confirm it as a benchmark of Japanese fine dining in Switzerland.
Neighborhood & visiting
Sala of Tokyo sits in Altstadt (Kreis 1), one of Zürich'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
- Switzerland's oldest Japanese restaurant — in continuous operation since 1981
- Japanese chefs only: a founding policy maintained across four decades
- 16 Gault-Millau points and Michelin selected — highest credential in Swiss dining
- Two-minute walk from Zurich HB, making it uniquely accessible for a kaiseki-level venue
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Frequently asked
About Sala of Tokyo
- Is Sala of Tokyo an authentic traditional japanese kaiseki & sushi restaurant in Zürich?
- Yes — Sala of Tokyo is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for traditional japanese kaiseki & sushi in Zürich: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused kaiseki format.
- Where is Sala of Tokyo located?
- Sala of Tokyo is located at Schützengasse 5, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich, Switzerland in the Altstadt (Kreis 1) neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Sala of Tokyo?
- Sala of Tokyo accepts reservations online. For an authentic kaiseki experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
- What is the price range at Sala of Tokyo?
- Sala of Tokyo sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for traditional japanese kaiseki & sushi of this format in Zürich.
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