Maguro Koya Nara Review: Affordable Bluefin Tuna Bowls

Ootoro Tekkadon with bluefin tuna and miso soup, Maguro Koya, Nara, Japan

Maguro Koya is a small mom-and-pop shop serving affordable tuna dishes, tucked away down a side street near Kintetsu-Nara Station. Maguro, the Japanese word for tuna, is the specialty of the house and a delicacy in Japan. Over the years, this hidden gem has attracted both locals and tourists, who come for its delicious tuna …

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Sushi no Musashi Kyoto Station Review: Affordable Conveyor Belt Sushi

Salmon passing by on the conveyor belt

Sushi no Musashi is a casual conveyor belt sushi restaurant inside Kyoto Station near the Hachijo Exit. I had previously eaten at its Sanjo location, and during my November 2018 trip, I visited the Kyoto Station branch to see whether it offered the same combination of affordable sushi and the freedom to choose whatever looked …

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Mori Mori Sushi Kanazawa Review: Conveyor Belt Sushi at Omicho Market

Minced Fatty Tuna & Yolk with Scallion, Mori Mori Sushi, Omicho Market, Kanazawa, Japan

If you are looking for a conveyor belt (sushi kaizen) restaurant serving fresh yet affordable sushi in Kanazawa, then head on over to Mori Mori Sushi. This popular local chain has locations all around Kanazawa including the one I recently visited at Omicho Market. Mori Mori is one of the most popular sushi restaurants in …

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Uobei Shibuya Review: Affordable Sushi Train in Tokyo

Red Center of Bluefin Tuna, Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka, Tokyo, Japan

Uobei Shibuya Dogenzaka Store, owned by Genki Sushi Co., Ltd, is a chain of sushi restaurants found all over Japan specializing in affordable but high-quality sushi. Located in Shibuya, not far from the world-famous Shibuya Crossing, this specific branch is a favorite for travelers looking for a high-tech dining experience. Uobei isn’t your typical traditional …

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