Tabelog ratingSushi Ei (寿司栄) was founded in 1967 and reopened in 2021. Second-generation chef Satō Kazuhiro serves what Japanese diners call "hentai sushi", meaning sushi that is boldly unconventional. The omakase is built around side-by-side comparisons:
- house-made karasumi (cured mullet roe) aged in brandy against one aged in daiginjō sake
- same-day versus aged flounder
- abalone served three ways
Fish comes directly from ports across Japan rather than through Toyosu market. The sake list runs to more than 200 labels, including Juyondai and Aramasa. The restaurant holds a Tabelog Award 2026 Silver.
The two karasumi appear in nearly every review. Other recurring favourites include:
- female hairy crab
- Noto shrimp tastings (gasu-ebi, shima-ebi)
- uni with tuna served in the shell
- ankimo glazed with smoked pickle
- a tuna sequence of zuke, chūtoro and ōtoro
Reviewers also praise the red-vinegar rice, the friendly chef and the depth of the sake list.
The serious criticism concerns billing. Several reviewers report totals well above the quoted course, add-ons priced only after the meal, and slips without itemisation. One couple was refunded ¥12,900 only after their hotel phoned. Others mention slow drinks, clumsy service, and regulars who receive extras and dominate the counter. Some also find the portions very large and the seasoning occasionally too salty.
There is no lunch service; Sushi Ei is open for dinner only. Reviewers in 2025–2026 paid around ¥33,500–35,000 for the omakase, plus a 10% service charge. With drinks, totals ran ¥39,000–71,000 per person. Typical add-on charges reported:
- an extra uni piece: about ¥5,000
- sake listed at ¥1,400 a glass: billed at ¥2,100–4,150
- two glasses of ice water: ¥600
For roughly 30 dishes, many reviewers consider it fair value or cheaper than comparable Tokyo counters. That holds only if you keep the extras in check and read the bill.
- Getting there: 3-minute walk from JR Nishi-Chiba Station. Reviewers use the south exit. Allow about 45 minutes from Tokyo.
- Booking: reservation only, so walk-ins are not possible. Counter seats book out months ahead.
- Cancellation: 50% of the meal cost from 10 days before, 100% on the day.
- Seats: 16 in total. There are 10 at the counter plus private rooms for 2, 4 or 6. Reviewers report an extra fee for the rooms. Private hire is possible for up to 20 guests.
- Format: omakase only. The meal lasts 2–3 hours and the volume is very large.
- Payment: credit cards accepted. Electronic money and QR payments are not accepted. A 10% service charge is added.
- Dress code: no sandals, tank tops or shorts, and no heavy perfume.
- Smoking and parking: entirely non-smoking. There is no parking on site; paid parking for 10 cars is nearby.
- Practical tip: confirm sake and add-on prices before ordering, and ask for an itemised bill. Reviewers report a language barrier, so a hotel concierge can help with booking and with any dispute.