Olion Sushi

Olion Sushi is located on the 12th floor of a building on Ginza Mihara Street, just behind GINZA SIX. This is where Masayuki Okuda, owner-chef of Al-ché-cciano, a renowned “must-visit restaurant” in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture, offers his creation, a new style of sushi known as “Salt & Oil Sushi.”

The name Salt & Oil Sushi might make the sushi sound a little oily, but it isn’t so at all. The chef selects from among more than 50 varieties of oil and over 100 kinds of salt to create the perfect pairing with each ingredient, ensuring that every piece of sushi is in delicious harmony. This is a completely new and captivating taste experience. At the heart of this lies Chef Okuda’s distinctive philosophy, theories, and sensibilities. He has created numerous signature dishes under the guiding theme of “ingredient resonance”: the art of pairing ingredients to fully draw out their inherent flavors and aromas, instilling depth and complexity into every bite.

Chef Okuda explains the reason for the deliciousness of his creations: “When the sugar in the vinegared rice combines with the oil, it is like adding sugar to fresh cream. Then comes the salt and the vinegar from the rice. That’s essentially a vinaigrette, right? There’s no way it could taste bad!” Pairing the best oils and salts for each topping–and selecting the right sushi vinegar for the rice–ensures that they complement each other, enhancing the flavor as a whole.

The interior of Olion Sushi is simply decorated, with only counter seating, and is designed with an emphasis on creating a welcoming atmosphere. Both lunch and dinner are served as omakase courses, and most of the seafood toppings are caught locally in Yamagata Prefecture. The courses also incorporate specialties from Al-ché-cciano, for a luxurious and deeply satisfying dining experience. Because the sushi is seasoned with oil and salt, it pairs exceptionally well with both wine and sake. A special pairing course is available, inviting you to indulge in the ultimate harmony of flavors.

Chef Okuda’s Salt & Oil Sushi is renowned for its innovative and unforgettable flavor. It is available only at Olion Sushi, so be sure to try it and take home a lasting memory from Japan. Reservations can be made by phone.

Also nearby is YAMAGATA San-Dan-Delo, a restaurant that blends the traditional food culture of Yamagata Prefecture with the regional cuisine of northern Italy. Here, you can savor a wide range of dishes rooted in Chef Okuda’s culinary philosophy, making it another destination well worth visiting.

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