Yoshihachi Sushi Bar — Restaurant in Chatan

Yoshihachi Sushi Bar is hands-down the best sushi i have had in my entire life. Tucked away like a true local secret, this cozy and unassuming restaurant delivers an experience that goes far beyond just great food, it’s a dive into genuine Japanese hospitality and craftsmanship. The moment you walk in, you’re greeted with a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels more like stepping into someone’s home than a commercial establishment. The owner, “Yoshi,” is a character in the best way possible. Friendly, passionate, and full of stories, especially if you’re from the military community he instantly makes you feel welcome. His charisma and humor alone are worth the visit. The sushi? Impeccable. Every piece is crafted with care, precision, and fresh, high-quality ingredients. Whether it’s the buttery otoro, perfectly balanced uni, or melt-in-your-mouth sake, every bite is a truly magnificent . The rice is seasoned just right, and the fish-to-rice ratio is perfect. The chef’s omakase is a must-try for those who want the full experience, trust him, he knows exactly what he’s doing. The vibe is relaxed but intimate, ideal for both sushi lovers and first-timers. Prices are more than reasonable for the level of quality you’re getting. There’s also a solid selection of sake and beer to complement your meal. In a city full of sushi spots, Yoshihachi stands out for its authenticity, soul, and unforgettable flavors. Whether you’re stationed in Okinawa, visiting, or just craving real-deal sushi, this is a place you’ll come back to again and again. And one last thing, get the sushi boats....

절대가지 마세요. 스시 완전 최악입니다. 회는 샤리가 보일정도로 얇고 샤리는 무슨 주먹밥에 설익은밥. 스시 두조각이 최소 밥 3/4공기임. 6개월정도 간격으로 두번갔는데 전혀바뀌는게 없었어요. Okay, im going to be fair and square. Love the atmosphere and customer service. Staff members are very helpful and friendly. However, food? Ive ordered several different sushi, the actual nigiri sushi, portion ratio between a slice of fish and rice were just way off. Wayyyyyy too much rice. I could see rice through my fish slice and rice portion was just ridiculous. I get it. The owner is trying to provide such large sushi to make sure it meets American dining portion standard, but if yourr going to do that, make sure fish slice is bigger to balance that. As someone who actually enjoys sushi and in search of good quality, this place isnt it. In other hand, I did enjoy their appetizers.

Update: March 09, 2023. Been a while so I went back again and it didn't let my expectation down. Still WHOLE CHUNK OF RICE BALLS on every sushi and a paper thin sashimi over them. Rice isn't even properly cooked. Im not a chef or a master, but rice for sushi shouldnt be crunchy. I know the picture only shows shrimp, but if you feel that I am making this up, please go find out yourself. If you really like this place, I can only imagine that you belong to one, two or all of these three. First, you're from a place where sushi isn't widely known or available. Second, you're a good friend of anyone who works in this restaurant and wants to leave a good review for a sake of your friendship. Third, you...

They have American style rolls. They take both cash and card

Spicy scallop 3 stars 750 y I'm not sure what else was in it but I think it might have had some Pollock? The scallop flavor didn't come out enough for me.

Yoshi roll 4 stars 950 y I preferred this roll.

Fried eggplant 5 stars 370 y the price is right, it's served piping hot and the sauce was very good

Sashimi combo 1200 y 4 stars It was good but they dropped it off without explaining anything so I'm not sure what I was eating

There is a button at every table to call your server over.. They were quick enough to respond when we did. The menus had both English and Japanese. I did feel like this was place was made to feed Americans with the Maki rolls being inside out and often with cream cheese

I had the green tea. I found that I could just add hot water to it after because there was so much green tea/matcha at the bottom. I feel like their vegetables might be good options and their fried fish might have been good but I will need to go back. They were out of the two fish items (shark collar and...