Makino — Restaurant in Otsu

First, I'm an American tourist and lover of all things Japanese. Second, we sought out a traditional Japanese restaurant and found this unassuming sashimi spot based on an international foodie website. Third, we could not be happier. No, the prices are not a bargain, but if you want bargain sushi I can suggest the nearest supermarket or 7-11. The restaurant has two tables and perhaps 8 chairs around the chef's station. Perfect. No English menu. Even better. Omakase kudasai and we were off. Puffer fish. Yes. Chotoro. Absolutely. Baby cuttlefish fish sushi. Bring it on. All delicious. It's as if we were a prized guest in the young owners' home and my wife and I were honored to be there. Toddler and all. It was an immersive experience in Japanese dining with a young chef who actually cared two Americans speaking little Japanese crossed the threshold and put themselves in his hands. Honored and satisfied. This was...

Though the service of the staff is nice, but the price is not match with the food quality. The food quality is just normal but the price is quite high and not recommend...

Great atmosphere, amazing food. Definitely recommend the sashimi & the grilled beef & chicken. Very friendly staff, limited English but they are...