Sushi Kanesaka — Restaurant in London

Nestled discreetly within the prestigious 45 Park Lane, Sushi Kanesaka is a culinary retreat that feels like a hidden world above the bustling city. With its understated entrance and serene ambiance, this Michelin-starred gem invites diners into a space that whispers exclusivity and authenticity.

At the heart of this experience is Chef Shinji Kanesaka, whose mastery of Edomae sushi transforms dining into an art form. Standing poised behind the pristine hinoki counter, Chef Kanesaka works with meditative precision, honoring centuries-old techniques while imbuing each dish with his unmistakable touch. His commitment to the ikejime method, a traditional Japanese technique for preserving fish, ensures unparalleled flavor and quality in every bite.

The food is nothing short of extraordinary. Ingredients are sourced not only from Japan’s pristine waters but also from select locales worldwide, each chosen with uncompromising care. From the melt-in-your-mouth toro to the delicately briny uni, each piece of sushi is a harmonious balance of flavor and texture, paired with perfectly seasoned rice that subtly enhances each bite.

The service is impeccable, embodying omotenashi, Japan’s revered philosophy of hospitality. Every interaction feels deeply personal yet unobtrusive, and the staff’s seamless attentiveness makes the experience as warm as it is sophisticated.

For those seeking an unforgettable dining experience, Sushi Kanesaka is a must-visit. It is not just a restaurant but a journey—a masterclass in Japanese tradition and culinary excellence. A world-class destination worthy of its...

Sushi Kanesaka is incredible, authentic, world-class omakase experience.

The quality of the service, ambience and most importantly the food is as good as any you will find among the multi-michelin starred sushi restaurants of Tokyo. If you want to be magically transported to Japan in the heart of Mayfair, to see what a true sushi master obsessed with his craft can do, then Sushi Kanesaka will not disappoint.

Dinner here is a serious affair, where the fish is treated with reverence, and much of the dining experience takes place in near silence. The restaurant fits no more than ~10 diners at a time, all sitting facing toward the sushi bar where chef Shinji Kanesaka will prepare and present individual pieces of immaculate sushi for you, served in quick succession.

As the negative reviewers below point out, it's not a low-cost dining experience... but I suspect some of them were mistakenly thinking they were going for a relaxed weeknight neighborhood sushi bar to eat shrimp tempura rolls... Nothing wrong with that, but thats not what this is, so please be aware of what you're...

Brilliant outpost for the world renowned Sushi Kanesaka in Ginza, Tokyo. Outstanding quality of fish, selected from the best in the world of the season (our tuna was from Portugal)

The experience leave you wanting more and is definitely a contributing factor to our impulse Japan trip booking. Even the post-meal fruit selection was of exceptional quality. We had the best mango one can imagine (and probably 10x better!!!)

It is pricy but, less pricy than flights to Japan (you also won’t need to take leave or book hotels!) It’s like a little taste of Japan without the effort of long haul flights, truly the best you can get in London. Will for sure visit their original Ginza...