🇺🇸 LA | Hidden Gem Sushi Spot in Pasadena 🍣

Tucked away in an unassuming plaza in Pasadena, ICHIMA is a low-key but absolutely delicious Japanese restaurant — and it’s packed every night for a reason! 🎌💫 After one visit, it’s already on my must-return list. 🌟 Toro & Uni Don The star of the meal! 🎇 Rich, melt-in-your-mouth toro paired with fresh, sweet uni. Heads up — the portion is generous, so it’s perfect for sharing. 🍞 Uni Scramble Toast 💯 Even better than expected! Creamy scrambled eggs + crisp toast + sweet uni = pure magic ✨ So good, I’m tempted to recreate this at home! 🦪 Seasonal Oyster (6 pcs) Petite but super fresh — no briny aftertaste! A delicate, sweet start to the meal. 🐙 Hotate Crudo + Tako Carpaccio Thinly sliced scallop and octopus carpaccio — fresh, elegant, and beautifully plated. 🍱 Regular Chirashi + Salmon Teriyaki Stone Pot The chirashi is simple but high-quality 🍚 And that sizzling salmon teriyaki stone pot? Comfort in a bowl. ICHIMA may not be super trendy online, but the ingredients speak for themselves 🗣️🎣 You can taste the care the chef puts into every dish — especially anything with toro or uni. If you’re around Pasadena and craving Japanese, don’t sleep on this spot! #ICHIMA #PasadenaEats #HiddenGem #UniToast #SushiLovers #LAFoodFind