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About this place
The sashimi set at Kurumaya immediately impresses with the sheer variety arranged across the plate. Generous cuts of tuna and sea bream share space with tender, sweet squid, plump raw shrimp, octopus, and other fresh ocean catches. At lunchtime, a steady stream of diners can be seen picking up their chopsticks for this signature spread, which comes rounded out with warm miso soup, pickles, and seasonal simmered side dishes—a satisfying accompaniment to bowls of plain white rice.
The chirashizushi is another enduring draw, layering vibrant cuts of seafood over seasoned vinegared sushi rice. For meals leaning away from raw fish, the kitchen also turns out staple set meals such as fragrant grilled ginger pork, grilled salted salmon, and grilled mackerel, offering dependable options to match whatever you are in the mood for.
Evening Dining and an Unhurried Atmosphere
Come evening, the repertoire expands to include nigirizushi and sashimi sets alongside satisfying choices like deep-fried breaded oysters and redfish marinated in sake lees. Guests can pair small bites—such as tuna with sweet miso-mustard sauce (maguro nuta), green scallion nuta, or lightly seared beef tataki—with bottled beer, highballs, or shochu sours for an unhurried night out.
Inside, the seating accommodates both solo drop-ins at the counter and groups across table and tatami areas. The tatami seating can be partitioned with roll screens for extra privacy, making the restaurant a reliable neighborhood fixture whether you need a quick solo lunch or a relaxed evening meal.
