5 styles of Sushi in Tokyo: Top 5 in Tokyo with Khaled Iwamura, S4 EP1

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00:00The best culture and food documentarian of our time once said this chef made the best sushi ever.

00:06Thank you for one of the most incredible dining experiences of my life.

00:10And he wasn't wrong.

00:11Oh my god.

00:12My name is Kalady Omura, and in this video I explore five distinct styles of sushi you can enjoy in Tokyo.

00:22Before Tokyo was Tokyo, it was Edo, and that's why the sushi in Tokyo is called Edomae Sushi.

00:28This term refers to the rich seafood from Edo Bay.

00:31Did you know during the Edo era, sushi was actually considered fast food?

00:36Edomae Sushi has evolved to one of the world's most beloved cuisines.

00:42First up, we have everyday sushi at Sushi Ebisu.

00:46Sushi Ebisu, near Ebisu Station, offers standout sushi.

00:50And my favorite was this creme brulee-like egg sushi with caramelized sugar.

00:55Just look at this.

00:57Next up, we have robot sushi at Sushi Roku Roppongi.

01:01This Roppongi restaurant features a robot delivering special designer rolls and sushi.

01:07For a fun experience, check out conveyor belt sushi at Tokyo Sushi Kaido.

01:13There's nothing more fun than grabbing your sushi off the conveyor and ordering more.

01:18Now let's dive into high-end sushi at Ginza Sushi Aoki Omakase, a Michelin star restaurant.

01:25Omakase is a meal where dishes are selected by the chef.

01:29Master Sushi Chef Aoki offers sushi so exquisite,

01:33it feels like I'm actually tasting it for the first time.

01:37Finally, we visit Sushi Karaku for another Omakase experience that I will never forget.

01:44Owner and chef Togawa, who once guided Anthony Bourdain during his inaugural TV episode,

01:51stood before me, meticulously crafting the same exquisite dishes he once prepared for Bourdain.

01:57This was not only the best meal I've ever had, but also a profound cultural and educational journey.

02:04What an experience.