SUSHI & SAKE - SUSHI HAYATA

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Written By Touré Ali

SUSHI HAYATA

osaka, japan, holds the crown

During my travels to Japan, I had one mission: find delicious sushi & sake no matter the location. I searched far and wide for some of the best spots, but it turns out some of the best sushi I've ever had was right around the corner from my hotel.

Sushi Hayata was so good that I had to go back twice. 

I went during their lunch hour at the start of the day. The restaurant is decent-sized, featuring two large tables, light wood color schemes, and multiple counter-seats. Their English menu offers a handful of omakase options, while the Japanese menu provides both omakase and a la carte options. The staff was incredibly welcoming, and by the end of my meal, the chefs had gained a new friend. 

I got their "special" selection, which included 11 pieces and a roll. I re-ordered the Unagi and Chu-Toro twice during my first lunch there. The meal came with a miso soup, and I ordered Dassai sake to taste.

I've had a lot of sushi. However, this was the best meal I've had in my life. The quality of the fish, presentation, the sake, everything about this was perfect.

From top row right to left: Squid, Chu Toro, Unagi (Freshwater Eel), Scallop, Shrimp, Hamachi (Yellowtail), Crab, Shrimp, Salmon Roe, Uni (Sea Urchin), Anago (Salt-Water Eel), Toro & Cucumber Roll

Courtesy of Sushi Hayata in Osaka, Japan

 
 
Touré Ali

Touré Ali Shiver is a visual artist and brand-marketing specialist from Alexandria, VA seeking to create visual content and marketing strategies that change the way consumers interact with brands.

Born on September 14, 1994 in Washington D.C., Shiver grew up in Alexandria, VA where he completed his high school years at T.C. Williams High School. It was during his time year at T.C. when he discovered his passion for photography and design after enrolling in a digital photography and film course while freelancing for private clients.  

Now a recent graduate of North Carolina A&T State University, Mr. Shiver’s plans to continue working on building his multimedia creative imprint TouréxAli Co. and ISSUé magazine while pursuing his long time goal of becoming a Creative Director.

With and a goal of changing the perspectives of those that view his work, Shiver brings a new refreshing outlook on creativity, art, design and the world through the visuals that he creates. Shiver often says, “creativity breeds excellence,” and excellence is what he strives to achieve.

 

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