In preparation for our trip to Japan, we watched Jiro Dreams of Sushi this weekend. It is a really well done documentary about a famous sushi chef, Jiro Ono, who owns Sukiyabashi Jiro, a 10-seat sushi-only restaurant in a Tokyo subway station. Yes, that’s right, a subway station. But of course, Japan is supposed to be extraordinarily clean, so maybe it’s not as weird there.
Jiro is said by many to be the best sushi chef in the world. The Michelin Guide has awarded Jiro’s an impressive 3 stars and said, “No matter how many times you eat at Jiro’s, it is always good.” For a price starting at 30,000 Yen (about $300), it better be good! Jiro focuses on the highest quality of fish and perfect execution. “I either buy my first choice, or I buy nothing. If ten tuna are for sale, only one can be the best. I buy that one” said Jiro’s fish monger.
