Sashimi and eight ¥390 small plates at Osashimiya Uozen in Komukai-Nishimachi, a fish izakaya where the chef greets you with a hearty "Irasshai!"

A fresh sashimi spot near Yako

"There's a place near home where you can get really fresh sashimi." Hearing that, we took a walk to Osashimiya Uozen in Komukai-Nishimachi, Saiwai Ward. It's about 20 minutes on foot from Kashimada or Yako Station, and in the middle of a quiet residential street you'll spot the glowing orange "Osashimiya" sign.

Look for the sign glowing on a quiet street

Slide the door open and the chef greets you with a hearty "Irasshai!" and a big smile — instantly relaxing. The room was bright and clean and busy with regulars. The tables were nearly all taken, with only the counter free. You can tell right away that locals have loved this place for a long time.

The complimentary starter was a vinegared seaweed salad, and to our pleasant surprise there was no charge for it.

Eight dishes, each ¥390

We ordered eight dishes. The surprise is the price: every single one is ¥390 (before tax).

We started with the house specialty. That day's three-kind sashimi platter was bonito, bluefin tuna and wild yellowtail. The bonito had a nice bite, the tuna melted with flavor, and the yellowtail had just the right amount of fat — each fish clearly its own.

Bonito, bluefin tuna and wild yellowtail

The fried octopus was crisp outside and tender inside, getting sweeter with every bite — dangerous with beer or cold sake.

Fried octopus

The corn fritters were crunchy with a gentle sweetness from the corn and a light touch of salt that goes well with drinks.

Corn fritters

Iburigakko with cream cheese pairs smoky pickled daikon with mellow cheese. Before you know it, you're reaching for another.

Iburigakko with cream cheese

The seared mentaiko (spicy cod roe) is toasted on the surface, which brings out a deeper, richer flavor.

Seared mentaiko

The tofu and chirimen salad sets mild tofu against salty baby sardines on plenty of fresh vegetables — light and refreshing.

Tofu and chirimen salad

The fried gyoza with scallions and chili oil comes topped with heaps of green onion and chili oil — a perfect drinking snack.

Fried gyoza with scallions and chili oil

We finished with nozawana rice balls. The salty pickled greens and sweet rice made every bite comforting.

Nozawana rice balls to finish

Fresh fish, low prices, easy to drop in

Three things stood out to us:

• Fresh fish: in the sashimi, you could clearly taste the difference between each fish.
• The chef: his friendly, cheerful manner fills the room with warmth.
• Fair prices: you can order several good fish dishes without worrying.

There are seasonal specials too, and the number of regulars says a lot about how much the neighborhood trusts this place.

Hours and directions

According to Tabelog and Hitosara (checked October 15, 2026), it is open Tuesday to Saturday 5:00–11:00 p.m. and Sundays and holidays 4:00–10:00 p.m. It is closed on Mondays. Hours and prices can change, so if in doubt, check by phone or on the shop's Instagram.

• Address: 3-1 Komukai-Nishimachi, Saiwai Ward
• Instagram: @osashimiya.uozen
• Phone: 044-767-7838 (Japanese; reservations accepted)
• Train: about 19 minutes' walk from Kashimada Station (JR Nambu Line); you can also walk from Yako Station
• Bus: from Kawasaki or Musashi-Kosugi Station, get off at "Toshiba-mae"
• Seats: 27 (23 at tables, 4 at the counter). Private hire for up to 20 people (per Tabelog)
• Smoking: Tabelog lists it as allowing smoking. Call ahead if this matters to you
• No parking