Kissho

Kissho is a hidden gem loved by locals and tucked away in a residential neighborhood in northern Handa City. At this restaurant, celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025, you can enjoy sushi expertly crafted through years of experience, along with fresh seafood and creative dishes that showcase the bounty of the sea. The greatest appeal of Kissho’s sushi lies in the shari (vinegared rice), which is crafted to bring out the full umami of seasonal seafood. The red shari, a signature of the restaurant, is made with a unique blend of several sake lees vinegars, including Mizkan Yamabuki, originally developed in Handa. Known for its deep, rich flavor, it creates a perfect harmony with the toppings for a truly exquisite experience. At Kissho, you can enjoy a wide variety of sushi dishes beyond just nigiri sushi (hand-formed sushi). Their specialties include futomaki (thick sushi rolls) known locally as Kisshomaki, colorful chirashi sushi, and hako-zushi (boxed sushi), a regional Aichi delicacy. The toppings are carefully selected seasonal seafood at its peak freshness. In addition to fresh fish caught in the abundant waters of the Chita Peninsula, the restaurant also offers dishes featuring rare ingredients such as pufferfish and soft-shelled turtle. During lunch, Kissho offers a variety of affordable and casual menu options. Among these, the highly popular Nigiri Sushi Lunch and the Grilled Anago Eel and Shrimp Box Sushi Lunch, which features fragrant grilled conger eel and plump shrimp, are especially recommended. For dinner, the restaurant offers a wide selection of courses where you can enjoy exquisite dishes that showcase the chef's skills, such as tempura and simmered specialties. A range of fine sake and other beverages is also available, so feel free to choose your favorite drink to complement your meal. Kissho offers a tranquil Japanese-style ambiance overlooking a traditional Japanese garden. Inside, there are approximately ten counter seats where guests can enjoy conversations with the chef. The restaurant also features tatami seating, providing a comfortable space for families with children to enjoy their meals. With a total of 66 seats, Kissho provides a spacious environment suitable for various occasions.