LA｜Hidden Gem Japanese Restaurant in Pasadena 🍣

ICHIMA is a low-key but amazing Japanese spot tucked away in an unassuming Pasadena plaza—always packed at night, with a quietly solid reputation. After trying it, I immediately added it to my must-return list! ❤️🍴 ✨ Toro & Uni Don The star of the meal! The toro is rich but not greasy, practically melting in your mouth, paired with fresh, sweet uni. Recommended to share—the portion is generous! 🐟🍚 ✨ Uni Scramble Toast 💯 Even more amazing than expected! Soft, fluffy scrambled eggs layered with lightly crispy toast and topped with sweet uni… I’m definitely making this at home from now on! 🍞😍 ✨ Seasonal Oyster (6 pcs) Small but super fresh and sweet—no fishy taste at all! 🦪✨ ✨ Hotate Crudo + Tako Carpaccio Both scallop and octopus are sliced just right—thin but substantial. Fresh, delicate, and plated with care! 🐙🌸 ✨ Regular Chirashi + Salmon Teriyaki Stone Even their regular chirashi bowl uses high-quality fish. The salmon teriyaki stone bowl is warm, comforting, and full of flavor! 🔥🍣 ICHIMA might not be super trendy online, but the ingredients are truly fresh, and you can taste the chef’s attention to detail in every dish—especially the toro and uni combos. If you’re around Pasadena and not sure what to eat, give this place a try! 🏮👌 #100RestaurantsChallenge #LAEats #LAFoodGuide #LAFoodExploration #PasadenaEats