Traditional sushi, Japanese entrees & eclectic fusion plates are served at this sleek, modern spot.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–9 PM |
| Sunday | 12–8 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–3 PM, 5–8 PM |
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Reviews
The food is great, no surprise that a lot of people come here. The food tastes homemade even personalized (and it’s special that way). The serving is just right (made you feel full but not overwhelmingly full).
We’re definitely coming back!
We stopped by during a long road trip and didn’t expect such high-quality food and attentive service.
Most Japanese restaurants in Northern California—especially around the Bay Area—tend to follow a predictable formula: bland miso soup, dry overcooked salmon teriyaki, and neon green fake wasabi served with sashimi. But this place exceeded expectations across the board. They clearly pay close attention to details that most others overlook, which really deserves appreciation.
The miso soup was probably the most flavorful I’ve ever had—even compared to places I visited in Japan. That’s impressive, considering miso soup is usually an afterthought, served almost like a freebie. The care they put into it really stood out.
I always order salmon teriyaki (I know it’s not the most authentic choice, but it’s my comfort food), and after trying it at dozens of Japanese restaurants in Northern California, this was the first time the salmon wasn’t dry. It was juicy, tender, and thoughtfully prepared.
The sashimi was another highlight—served on ice, with great flavor and real wasabi, which elevated the entire experience.
If I lived in the area, I’d be here all the time. Honestly, most Japanese restaurants in SF or San Jose don’t match the quality of this one.
Service – Customer service was mediocre. I believe I was greeted by the owner/chef when I walked in. They only had one waiter so it seems like they’re short staffed. I waited for a good 5-10 mins before being helped. Then waited for another 10 mins before the waiter can bring my check so I can pay for my order.
Incomplete Order – One of the items I ordered was a bento box (but they called it a combination plate) was supposed to come with rice, soup, and salad. They forgot to put the rice in the bag for my bento box and didn’t double check.
Cost – I ordered 9 things and it costs about $134-135. It is actually more expensive than other places I’ve been to ordering similar food and it would have been under $100. I ordered the Salt & Pepper Soft Shell Crab appetizer and didn’t know it was one small crab sliced in half and that costs $11, which was not worth it. So I looked at my receipt, I saw a $1 charge for take out. I didn’t ask why there’s such charge when I should’ve so that part was on me and can’t blame anyone. As far as I’m aware, I haven’t seen any sushi restaurants in Stockton or other places besides the bay area that would charge customers a fee for take out due to COVID. I personally don’t agree with that surcharge because it’s not fair to customers and I don’t support this behavior. Had I known about this I would’ve reconsidered coming here.
Taste of Food – This is where I have some MAJOR red flags.
1) The cold foods and hot foods were put together in the same bag, which is wrong and it’s a no no. You HAVE to keep them separate and never in the same bag. I had a bento box with sashimi and tempura that came with soup and salad. One bag had the sashimi, tempura, and miso soup put together in one bag. The hot soup changed the taste and temperature of the sashimi. I saw the tuna fish slice was partially cooked and I saw the box had watery liquid. Sashimi should be more on the dry side and there shouldn’t be any liquid from the fish at all. Then when I took a bite, I can’t get past that warm taste and had to spit it out. That piece of tuna was tossed out.
2) One of my other things I ordered was Spicy Garlic edamame. I think they used fresh garlic so the garlic was burnt and it gave a bitter taste. Their spicy level was way too spicy and I think they put too much.
3) I ordered 4 rolls and to my surprise, there was absolutely no flavor! The California Roll is a classic example and typically you can’t go wrong ordering this but obviously it did go wrong. They used snow crab which gave me a weird taste. The cucumbers didn’t seem fresh and the rice was rather dry so it makes me wonder if they put the right amount of rice vinegar or if its the type of rice they used the went wrong. But I definitely saw some gap in the center of the roll and it wasn’t rolled and pressed tightly. I felt there was too much rice and the pieces were thick cut which I’m not too fond of.
To sum this up, this was the worst sushi I’ve had in my entire life. I am a sushi lover since middle/high school and over time I learned how traditional sushi making is prepared, what is used etc. That is how passionate I am when it comes to sushi. I am not looking for quantity but more of quality. And when I eat sushi, I would look at the sushi chef if they have the technique and skill when preparing fresh fish and making sushi rolls. I don’t think I will return after this experience.
Please note, this is strictly my personal opinion and I would suggest that you try it out for yourself to determine it. Thank you.