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Origin

The origin of sushi lies in the preservation of fish by fermenting it with rice, which was a common practice in Southeast Asia at the beginning of our era. This preservation method spread throughout the rest of Asia and eventually reached Japan, where at the beginning of the Edo period (1603–1868) people also started eating the rice when the fish was not yet fully fermented. As more and more Japanese people could afford fresh fish, rice vinegar was added to mimic the slightly sour taste of the partially fermented rice. Sushi started as street food, but thanks to the rich variety of fish in the bay of Tokyo and the artisan-oriented attitude of Japan, it has grown into a delicacy. It was eventually at the beginning of the nineteenth century in Tokyo that the current form of sushi took shape, with different types of fish, seafood, vegetables and seaweed, prepared together in small, graceful snacks. At the beginning of the twentieth century, this sushi spread throughout the rest of Japan and in the second half of the twentieth century throughout the rest of the world.

Sushi has also become extremely popular in Amsterdam. The price and quality vary enormously. The restaurants below serve the best sushi in the city. Some specialize in sushi and others serve sushi in a menu. The order is arranged by district.

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Address

Paulus Potterstraat 50,
1071 DB Amsterdam

Taiko

Taiko is located in the five-star Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam. Chef Schilo van Coevorden is in charge of the kitchen. As a chef, he was trained in classic French cuisine, but soon became fascinated by the exotic flavors of Asia. Together with his team, he has created a menu that includes sushi, dim sum, curries, and meat and fish dishes. Vegetarian options are also available, of course.

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Address

Ceintuurbaan 246h,
1072 GG Amsterdam

Ikkoku

At Ikkoku izakaya, they serve individual traditional and almost niche izakaya dishes with their own take on sake, wine and cocktail pairing. The two owners started Sushi Fanatics during covid in 2020 and then opened omakase shigure. Ikkoku is a new challenge as they delve even deeper into the niche and unknown world of Japanese cuisine. The individual à-la-carte dishes range from truly traditional izakaya dishes to Japanese dishes that you don't often encounter in Europe,

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Address

Dusartstraat 53 h,
1072 HP Amsterdam

En Japanese kitchen & Sake bar

En Japanese kitchen & Sake bar opened its doors in 2015. Chef Ken Osawa and Ryuji Ikemizu (restaurant manager), who previously worked at Yamazato, bring the original Japanese cuisine into view. Every month, chef Ken Osawa (born & raised in Hokkaido) creates a new menu in 3, 6 or 8 courses with attention to the seasons. Manager Ikemizu pairs these with the finest sakes. The sashimi and sushi are both of top quality and it is always beautifully served.

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Address

Ferdinand Bolstraat 333,
1072 LH Amsterdam

Yamazato (*)

If the name Yamazato doesn't ring a bell, it might be easier to think of the Okura hotel. Restaurant Yamazato is located in this tower-like hotel on Ferdinand Bolstraat, and as the Michelin guide explains, it was the first traditional kaiseki restaurant to be awarded a Michelin star in 2002. The cuisine is extensive and accessible to both those who are already fully familiar with authentic Japanese cuisine and those who are just taking a look. The staff is friendly and courteous, and brings the artwork-like food to the tables with an elegant flair. The traditional kaiseki cuisine simply shows its most beautiful and purest side here. Yamazato thus offers an understated moment in which a top product such as sea bass and intense preparations around miso and yuzu play the leading role. The matching sakés serve as the icing on the cake!

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Address

Agamemnonstraat 27,
1076 LP Amsterdam

Umeno

Umeno is one of the oldest Japanese restaurants in Amsterdam and is beloved by its regular local guests. As soon as you step inside, you are greeted by an intimate space with traditional Japanese authenticity, created by the handmade wooden interior, the shamisen and shakuhachi music, and the enormous hospitality of Ayumi and Atsuhito Hosono. The nigiri sushi is highly recommended, as the quality of the fish is excellent.

Address

Weteringschans 76,
1017 XR Amsterdam

An

Located at Weteringschans 76 in Amsterdam, Japanese Restaurant An has been renowned for authentic, homemade Japanese dishes since 1989. The restaurant specializes in traditional Japanese meals as they are prepared at home, using pure, fresh and healthy ingredients. At An, craftsmanship is central: almost all dishes are made by hand. Guests can enjoy various Japanese classics, such as sushi, tempura and teishoku set menus. Special attention is also paid to vegetable dishes, making the restaurant accessible to vegetarian and vegan guests.

Address

Reguliersdwarsstraat 131,
1017 BL Amsterdam

Tomo sushi

Tomo Sushi is located in the heart of Amsterdam. It is a modern Japanese sushi and grill restaurant. Tomo Sushi offers traditional (à la carte) dishes prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients. You can take a seat at the sushi bar, where you can watch the chefs prepare excellent sushi and sashimi.

Address

Rozengracht 228-230,
1016 SZ Amsterdam

Akitsu

Akitsu is located on the Rozengracht, next to the fire station. Everything here looks Japanese and modest. The sushi and shashimi is of high quality, including sashimi of hirame that is top fresh and elegantly cut. Brill appears excellently fried and fat-free on the plate. Also on the menu; Dashimaki tamago, a flavorful omelet with a deep, fine dashi flavor. A good selection of Sake is also available.

Address

Koningsstraat 29,
1011 ET Amsterdam

Kyō Restaurant

Kyō was founded out of the need for more Japanese Izakaya-style restaurants. A place where you can relax with friends in an informal atmosphere, while enjoying authentic Japanese food with a wide selection of sake or Japanese beer.

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Address

Geldersekade 19,
1011 EJ Amsterdam

Ken Sushi

A visit to sushi bar Ken Sushi is not just a pleasant evening of Japanese food. At Ken Sushi, you sit at the bar while chef Ken prepares your dishes à la minute. He uses traditional sushi rice at 37 degrees and the freshest ingredients. While cooking, Ken passionately tells about the origin and preparation of his spectacular sushi dishes. All this makes a dinner at Ken Sushi a wonderful experience. If you want to visit this special sushi bar, you often have to make a reservation in advance; there is only room for 13 guests at the bar.

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Address

Andreas Bonnstraat 36,
1091 BA Amsterdam

Sushi Fanatics

When Ho and her boyfriend came to the Netherlands, they were disappointed by the sushi. The sushi at Hotel Okura was tasty, but also very expensive. That's why they opened Sushi Fanatics, a takeaway restaurant. It was very well received. In fact, it was so successful that they now have their own restaurant in Amsterdam-Oost. Their specialties are Hokkaido scallops, squid, and Unagi Deluxe.

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Address

Andreas Bonnstraat 36,
1091 BA Amsterdam

Shigure

Amsterdam has a new omakase restaurant called Shigure; 'the unpredictable monsoon of the Netherlands,' as they call it themselves. The restaurant is located at the back of Sushi Fanatics. The counter with eight seats is open two days a week (Friday and Saturday) with one seating at 5:30 p.m. and another at 8:15 p.m. Chef Ryusaku Hiruma provides you with a genuine omakase experience in which he showcases his refined and original sushi skills.

Sushi time

Origin

Taiko

Ikkoku

En Japanese kitchen & Sake bar

Yamazato (*)

Umeno

An

Tomo sushi

Akitsu

Kyō Restaurant

Ken Sushi

Sushi Fanatics

Shigure

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