Kakinoha Sushi Honpo Tanaka Nara Honten — Restaurant in Nara

This place is renowned for its traditional pressed sushi, wrapped in persimmon leaves. The taste is quite unique and interesting, though it may not appeal to everyone. Personally, I found it a bit underwhelming—perhaps because my expectations were high.

For takeaway, it’s important to consume the sushi as soon as possible and keep it at the recommended temperature, as the flavor changes noticeably if not stored properly. I’d recommend grilling or heating it up, following the instructions provided in the packaging.

The price is slightly higher than other similar stores, likely due to the detailed and thoughtful packaging. However, it’s worth trying if you’re nearby and curious about this traditional delicacy. There’s also a eat-in area...

Think not many foreigners realise they have a small dine-in place ( "Kakinoha Chaya" 柿の葉茶屋) at this main shop. Walk in and let the shop attendants know you will like to have the Kakinohasushi in-house and they will usher u to a queue where one puts in your name and wait to be seated

No need to search high and low for a dustbin which is a rarity in Japan ahaha

Lovely little quiet space to enjoy their sushi. The set comes with a most refined dash soup and a cup of tea. And they will provide diners with carriers to takeout any sushi they cannot finish

A most pleasant dining experience here as their staff were all very affable and professional even though we are not...

A true local Nara delicacy, sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves!

Not many foreigners seem to realize that the main shop actually has a small dine-in area called Kakinoha Chaya (柿の葉茶屋). Just walk in and let the staff know you’d like to enjoy your Kakinoha Sushi in-house — they’ll guide you to a queue where you can write your name and wait to be seated.

It’s a lovely, quiet spot to savor their sushi. The set comes beautifully presented, with a refined dashi soup and a cup of tea on the side. If you can’t finish everything, the staff thoughtfully provide takeout carriers so you can bring the rest along.

Overall, a calm and authentic dining experience that’s well...