LA｜Hidden Gem Sushi Spot in Pasadena 🍣

Uni Toast That Will Steal Your Heart at First Bite! 💘 ICHIMA is a Japanese restaurant tucked away in an unassuming Pasadena plaza—but don’t let the location fool you! It’s unexpectedly delicious and packed every night. Low-key but consistently great, it’s already on my must-return list. ✅ 🍱 Toro & Uni Don The star of the meal! The toro is rich but not greasy—it melts in your mouth—paired with fresh uni. Recommend sharing this one; the portion is generous! 🍞 Uni Scramble Toast 💯 Even better than expected! Fluffy scrambled eggs with slightly crispy toast and sweet, fresh uni. So good, I’m tempted to recreate it at home! 🥚✨ 🦪 Seasonal Oyster (6 pcs) Small but super fresh and sweet—zero fishy taste! 🐙 Hotate Crudo + Tako Carpaccio The scallop and octopus are sliced just right—fresh and beautifully presented. 🍣 Regular Chirashi + Salmon Teriyaki Stone Bowl Even the basic chirashi is high-quality—no shortcuts here! ICHIMA may not be super trendy online, but the ingredients are truly fresh, and you can taste the chef’s care in every dish—especially the toro and uni combo. If you’re near Pasadena and unsure where to eat, give this spot a try! 🎌 Have you been to ICHIMA? What’s your favorite dish there? Share your experience below! 👇🍱 #100RestaurantChallenge #LAEats #LAFoodGuide #LAFoodExploration #LAChineseCommunityEats #LAFood #LAFoodRecommendations #LADining #LAJapaneseFood #LASushi #PasadenaEats #HiddenGem #UniLover