Aka to Shiro — Restaurant in Osaka

I found Aka to Shiro from the Michelin Guide and went here tonight. It was such a lovely experience!

I had no reservation and the counter was almost full but they accommodated me. They have 8 seats at the counter and three small tables.

It’s omakase and there was a 8 piece course and 12 piece course. 8 piece was 4900 ish, and 12 piece was 6600 yen. I went for the 8 piece, but it was not 8 courses. It was 17! Including the chawanmushi, soup, 10 pieces of nigiri, sashimi, and dessert. I was impressed! Back home this would have been half the size and double or triple the cost.

There was a variety of fish including: Aji, Ika, Kani, Anago, Maguro, Ebi, Ika and more!

There were some dishes that were just okay - the sashimi starter was a bit fishy. Some of the nigiri weren’t particularly special, but a majority of the courses were delicious!

I found the latter bit of the omakase was more flavourful! My favourite was the maguro!! That was the best maguro I’ve had in my life! The temaki was also very delicious!

What really stood out was the service. The chef and waitresses were so kind and friendly. Even with the language barrier they were accommodating. I felt welcomed. The courses came out at a good pace and my plate was always cleared quickly.

For 5000 yen for an entire 16 course meal is fantastic and I don’t know why the other reviews are complaining it’s expensive. This is extremely affordable and the service was amazing, definitely recommend!

The place is on the 3rd floor of the building (right to the building with the flashy pink sign) - it was a bit tricky to find but take a right into the building and the elevator to the 3rd floor. They accept credit card and even take Amex!

This place was really good and I want to go back...

Visited on March 3. Michelin guide featured. Awesome experience with my family visiting me from France.

I’ve tried several upscale sushi spots, but the price-to-quality ratio here is on another level. Menu: 8,800 JPY omakase. Dishes: Everything was perfectly executed, and the flow was smooth. The taste and seasoning were impressive. I still remember the taste of the fluffy castella cake that topped off our experience. Insane. Drinks: The nihonshu (sake) selection was superior to other restaurants we’ve tried. We tried the following: Hitakami Tobin Daiginjo, Chou Karakuchi Daiginjo and Hiokizakura Suikyō Junmai Omachi (our fav). Service: The staff was friendly, especially one lady who had worked in Paris. Atmosphere: The counter seating is obviously a highlight as you sit right in front of the chef, but we opted for a private four-seat table for privacy and laugh. Booking: Advanced reservations are highly recommended, though there were two empty seats at the counter on a Saturday. Personal opinion: I would have loved a slightly better balance of rice and fish in each piece, especially for the starting sushi, which had a very...

Aka to Shiro is, without a doubt, the best sushi and dining experience I’ve ever had. The simplicity of the dishes highlighted their natural beauty without unnecessary embellishments. The waitstaff were attentive and made an effort to speak English, ensuring I felt welcome and understood throughout the meal.

The chef’s refined skills were evident as he calmly and effortlessly prepared and plated sushi to order for myself and 11 other diners. Despite the precision required, he maintained a composed and collected demeanor, making the experience even more impressive.

Each course was a single, perfectly crafted bite, and while the dinner progressed quickly, the pacing felt ideal for savoring each moment. I spent time taking photos and recording details to remember this incredible experience, and the staff were patient and understanding, recognizing their customers’ desire to capture such a memorable evening.

If I had more time in Osaka, I would absolutely choose to dine here again. It’s an experience I will cherish and highly recommend to anyone...