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Sushi Arai (solo omakase, Ginza)

鮨 あらい

Ginza · near Ginza Station

Intimate Ginza counter omakase sushi where solo diners are genuinely welcome and can even have some say in the course line-up — a refined, chef-facing Edomae experience representative of Tokyo's many solo-friendly omakase counters.

Honest drawbacks: Counter-only and small; reservation essential; premium omakase pricing; late cancellation charges typical.

Time to allow
1.5h
Opening hours
Lunch 12:00–13:30; dinner 17:30–23:00
Price band
luxury
Booking
Reserve ahead (~14 days)
English
★★★☆☆
Indoor / weather
indoor · rainy-day ok
Confidence
Verified

Getting there: Area: Ginza, Chuo.

Solo-friendly: Yes — comfortable to visit on your own.

Dress code: Smart casual (avoid strong perfume at a sushi counter)

Planning tip: Time needed: Lunch course approx 1-1.5h; dinner ~2h.