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- Tamazushi Story
A century of tradition
the heart of Tsukiji.
Since 1924,
we've honored tradition while embracing the future.
Tamashushi: Our Three Commitments
Making the mostof
the ingredients
We carefully select
the finest seasonal seafood every morning.
Through expert aging and precise preparation,
we bring out the natural flavor of every fish.
Selection. Aging. Craftsmanship.
Every piece reflects our dedication.
Nurturing talent
Great sushi begins with great people.
We nurture skilled artisans through technical training,
hospitality, and personal growth.
Guided by our values,
our team serves every guest with care,
respect, and heartfelt hospitality.
Take good care of
your belongings.
with the same care as our sushi.
Every knife is sharpened,
every dish polished,
and every space kept immaculate.
By caring for every detail,
we create exceptional sushi
and a welcoming experience for every guest.
A century of progress
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Taisho 13 / 1924
Founded in Tsukiji
Eizo Nakano, the first generation, founded "Tama Sushi" in Tsukiji. The year after the Great Kanto Earthquake, he began serving Edomae sushi in a city bustling with the energy of reconstruction.
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Showa 20 / 1945
Eizo Nakano, the First, has passed away.
The founder's wife, Koto Nakanosato, took over the shop as the second-generation owner.
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1946
Business reopening
Resumed business, selling food products in the burnt-out ruins after the Tokyo air raids.
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1948
Approved as the first consignment processing store
Rebuilt as a two-story wooden mortar building.
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1965
Establishment of Tamazushi Co., Ltd.
His fourth son, Takamasa, takes over the store as the third generation.
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1967
Opened its first branch store in the Shibuya Tokyu Building (now Tokyu Plaza)
The restaurant name was changed from "Tamazushi" to "Tsukiji Tamazushi," and the logo was trademarked.
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1967
Opened our 2nd store in Gotanda, 3rd store in Kannai, and 4th store in Meguro.
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1971
Suehiro Temaki is born
Opening a store in Ginza Core, with clear, uniform pricing.
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1992
New and renovated stores: 6 new locations, including Ogikubo, Takashimaya Kashiwa, Ikebukuro Tobu, and Funabashi Lumine.
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1992
Opened Japanese restaurant KOTO in Los Angeles, USA. Operating 37 restaurants in Japan and overseas.
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1996 / 1998
The second Nakanosato, Eimyo, has passed away.
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2000
Harumi Dori branch "Dairoju" now open
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2002
"Tsukiji Kitaro" Open
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2004
Yohei assumes the role of fourth president.
Reconstruction plan for Tsukiji Tamazushi accepted by banking group.
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2005
Maihama IKSPIARI store now open
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2008
New Business Venture "Hamayaki Ginroku" Opens in Ginza 6-chome
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2010
New Restaurant Concept "Tsukiji Sushikuro" Opens in Yokohama
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2013
"Yanagibashi Kitaro" opens outside Nagoya's Yanagibashi market
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2015
"Yanagibashi Kitaro No. 2" store opens within the Yanagibashi market in Nagoya.
Our first branch store, "Shibuya Tokyu Plaza," has closed due to building redevelopment. -
2016
We opened our new business venture, Omotesando Hills Sasashigure.
We use Sasashigure rice, grown completely without pesticides or fertilizers, for our sushi rice. -
2017
Tamazushi University opens (First class of students to enroll in April)
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Reiwa 1 / 2019
With the redevelopment of Shibuya and the reopening of Shibuya Tokyu Plaza (Shibuya Fukuras), "Sasashigure 2nd Store" will open.
*The restaurant was subsequently rebranded as Tsukiji Tamazushi and converted into an all-you-can-eat establishment.
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Reiwa 4 / 2022
Opening of a new restaurant concept "Sushi Honten Agaru"
The second-floor banquet hall of the main store has been renovated. It is now a high-end establishment with counter seating only.
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Reiwa 5 / 2023
Tsukiji Sushi Kuro Ginza Inns Shop Now Open
Opened in the B1F of Yurakucho INZ1 as a full-fledged sushi izakaya. It is the second location, following the Yokohama Joinus store.
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Reiwa 6 / 2024
March 15: Tsukiji Tamasushi Founder's 100th Anniversary
Third-generation owner Takamasa Nakanosato passes awayWe have opened our first "Nigiri Experience Specialty Store, Asakusa Dojo".
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2026
Opened "Sushi Agaru" as the second branch in the newly established Takanawa Gateway MIMURE.
Opened "Tsukiji Sushikuro" as the third branch in the newly established Nagoya HAERA. -
PRESENT
Toward the next 100 years
