Sushi Yu
すし游
Sushi in Asakusa, Tokyo, 3 min walk from Asakusa Station
Our analysis
- ¥17,600least expensive dinner course; median ¥17,600
- Japaneseonline booking only
Dinner ¥15,000–19,999Closed SundaysBook by phone
All 17 photos, by dishes, the room and the entrance
Dishes 14
Inside 3
Its least expensive dinner course is ¥17,600 (on Tabelog), about the same as the ¥17,600 median of the 21 sushi restaurants in Tokyo ranked nearest to it. It takes bookings online only in Japanese, on Ikyu Restaurant; 243 of the 866 sushi restaurants in Tokyo can be booked online in English. Good for a seat at the counter (12 of its 26 seats), a private room (for 2, 4, 6, or 8), a meal with children (its Tabelog listing says they are welcome), and an anniversary (it prepares a celebration if asked when booking). Course prices that sources agree on: ¥17,600 on both Tabelog and Ikyu; ¥22,000 on both Tabelog and Ikyu.
How it compares
Sushi restaurants in Asakusa with a dinner budget close to its own, nearest to it in our ranking.
| Restaurant | Rank in Tokyo | Dinner from | Lunch from | Booking | Awards | Walk | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasuke Sushi | — | ¥16,000 | budget ¥1,000–1,999 | Online, Japanese only | — | 6 min, Asakusa | Wed |
| Sushi Yu | — | ¥17,600 | — | Online, Japanese only | — | 3 min, Asakusa | Sun |
| Sushi Making JIN ASAKUSA Tokyo | — | ¥15,000 | ¥15,000 | Online, Japanese only | — | 1 min, Asakusa | — |
| Kama Zushi | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Phone only | — | 3 min, Asakusa | Mon, Tue |
| Osushi Awase Sushi Horikawa | — | ¥16,500 | ¥7,700 | Online, Japanese only | — | 8 min, Asakusa | Mon |
| Asakusa Takase | — | budget ¥15,000–19,999 | — | Phone only | — | 3 min, Asakusa | Sun |
For international visitors
Some support for visitors
Either takes bookings online in English or has a menu or staff in English, not both.
| Menu | English |
|---|---|
| Staff | Not listed |
| Payment | |
| Seating and facilities | Counter seats, Private rooms, Bring your own wine, Sunken seating (no kneeling), Tatami room |
How to book Sushi Yu
- The restaurant also takes online bookings in Japanese through Ikyu Restaurant.
- Call 050-5571-2610 (+81-50-5571-2610 from outside Japan). Staff may speak only Japanese, so a hotel concierge can call for you.
- Reservations: required. Walk-ins are not accepted.
- Anniversaries and birthdays: the restaurant prepares a celebration if you ask when you book (a dessert plate with your message, a cake or a surprise). More in Tokyo.
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Courses and prices
As the restaurant lists them on Tabelog. Prices are per person.
Sushi Gozen "Yuki" ~ Hand-delivered by the chef, the exquisite nigiri that melts in your mouth is outstanding. Recommend
Dinner · 2 hr 30 min at the table · 2–14 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Sashimi
- Seasonal ingredients
¥17,600
per person, tax incl., ≈$120
Cheapest
Recommended Yu Nigiri
Very popular
Dinner · 2 hr 30 min at the table
- Nigiri sushi
¥17,600
per person, tax incl., ≈$120
Sushi Gozen "Hana" ~ Hand-delivered by the chef, the exquisite nigiri that melts in your mouth is recommended for gather
Dinner · 2 hr 30 min at the table · 2–14 guests
- Nigiri sushi
- Seasonal ingredients
¥22,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$150
¥4,400 more than the one above
Chef's Choice
3 hr at the table
¥33,000
per person, tax incl., ≈$220
¥11,000 more than the one above
The food
Photos the restaurant posted on Tabelog.
Prices
| Dinner | ¥15,000–19,999 per person |
|---|---|
| Diners report spending | ¥20,000–29,999 at dinner |
| Service charge | No service charge or additional fees |
| Credit cards | |
| Electronic money | Not accepted |
Opening hours
| Monday | 18:00–22:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 18:00–22:30 |
| Wednesday | 18:00–22:30 |
| Thursday | 18:00–22:30 |
| Friday | 18:00–22:30 |
| Saturday | 18:00–22:30 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Seats and rooms
Inside
The dining room, in the restaurant's own photos.
| Seats | 26, including 12 at the counter |
|---|---|
| Private rooms | Yes, for 2, 4, 6, or 8 people |
| Private hire | Possible |
| Smoking | Non smoking |
| Children | Children are welcome |
| Dress code | We don't have a dress code because we want you to enjoy Sushi without worrying too much. Also, please be sure to wear socks. |
| Setting | A house restaurant, Stylish space, Relaxing space, Spacious seating, Counter seating, Tatami room, Sunken seating, Power outlets available |
| Drinks | Sake (Nihonshu), Shochu (Japanese spirits), Wine, Particular about Sake (Nihonshu), Particular about Shochu (Japanese spirits) |
| Services | Parties over 2.5 hours, Celebrations and surprises, BYO drinks, English menu |
| Opened | January 1987 |
Getting there
3 min walk (250 m) from Asakusa Station.
Also near: Tawaramachi (Exit 3): 8 min · Iriya (Exit 1): 14 min
- Leave Asakusa Station and walk north for 60 m.
- Bear right at FamilyMart and walk 140 m.
- Bear left at Stay SAKURA Tokyo Art Deco Hotel and walk 30 m.
Sushi Yu is on your left.
On your left
Look for
すし游
The restaurant's name, as on its sign
Show this to a taxi driver
すし游東京都台東区西浅草3-16-8
The address in Japanese, as drivers enter it
Location
| Address | 3-16-8 Nishiasakusa Taito, Tokyo 111-0035 |
|---|---|
| Stations |
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| Directions | 1 minute walk from Exit A2 of Tsukuba Express Asakusa [Tsukuba EXP] Station 5 minutes walk from Tawaramachi Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line 8 minutes walk from the Ueno exit of Iriya Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line 15 minutes walk from the south exit of Uguisudani Station on the Yamanote Line Car. |
Nearby
Sights within a walk
- Sensō-ji Temple, 420 m, about 7 min walk
Questions visitors ask
How much does Sushi Yu cost?
The restaurant puts dinner at ¥15,000–19,999 per person. Drinks and a service charge (No service charge or additional fees) may be extra; credit cards are accepted.
Does Sushi Yu have an English menu?
Yes. The restaurant lists a menu in English.
When is Sushi Yu closed?
It is closed on Sundays.
Can I bring children to Sushi Yu?
Children are welcome.
What is the nearest station to Sushi Yu?
Asakusa Station, about 3 minutes on foot (250 m). Tawaramachi Station is about 10 minutes away.
Does Sushi Yu have a dress code?
We don't have a dress code because we want you to enjoy Sushi without worrying too much. Also, please be sure to wear socks.
Sources
Facts on this page come from Tabelog (checked in November 2026), Ikyu, and the restaurant's website; the walking directions from OpenStreetMap. Report a correction.