Sushiwaka Kaminarimon

Veg Options Japanese Sushi, Vegan Nigiri

★ 3.7 · $$ · Hours

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lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan nigiri selections like cucumber, eggplant, and tofu skin nigiri" "Try the vegan nigiri selections like cucumber, eggplant, and tofu skin nigiri"
"Use Google Translate or point to menu items to order due to limited English spoken"
"Be aware that vegetarian and vegan options are listed alongside fish options without separation"
"Consider sitting facing the wall if you prefer to avoid seeing fish dishes being prepared"
"Expect a seating or table charge on your bill"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  sushi, hosomaki, nigiri sushi — popular (×14)
hosomaki — popular (×4)
nigiri — popular (×5)
tempura — popular (×2)
inari sushi — fan-favourite
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly service, cozy atmosphere, attentive service friendly service ×9
cozy atmosphere ×3
attentive service
 

Sushiwaka Kaminarimon is a sushi restaurant known for a variety of nigiri including fresh uni and seared tuna alongside several vegan options like cucumber and eggplant nigiri. The atmosphere is quiet and casual, with mostly Japanese-speaking staff who are friendly and helpful when ordering vegan items using translation tools. Prices are mid-range with some noting a seating charge, and meals compare favorably to other local sushi spots near Asakusa Temple.