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Serving a Tokyo experience in Sushi Ryujiro

The Tokyo Michelin-starred restaurant makes a competent debut in Singapore

Published Thu, Jun 13, 2024 · 09:47 PM
    • Sushi Ryujiro takes over the old Aoki premises.
    • Affable head chef Naruki Ikeda.
    • Starter of cold somen with tempura conger eel.
    • Fatty tuna sushi is part of the S$288 set.
    • Deep-fried beltfish in grated daikon sauce.
    • Tuna comes from famed Tokyo supplier Yamayuki.
    • Sushi Ryujiro takes over the old Aoki premises. PHOTO: SUSHI RYUJIRO
    • Affable head chef Naruki Ikeda. PHOTO: SUSHI RYUJIRO
    • Starter of cold somen with tempura conger eel. PHOTO: JAIME EE
    • Fatty tuna sushi is part of the S$288 set. PHOTO: JAIME EE/BT
    • Deep-fried beltfish in grated daikon sauce. PHOTO: JAIME EE/BT
    • Tuna comes from famed Tokyo supplier Yamayuki. PHOTO: JAIME EE/BT

    NEW RESTAURANT

    Sushi Ryujiro #01-19 Shaw Centre 1 Scotts Road Singapore 228208 Tel: 8028-1940 Open for lunch and dinner Tues to Sun: 12pm to 2.30pm; 6pm to 10pm

    THERE are several unsolved mysteries in the world of sushi. One is why a simple piece of fish and rice can taste so different depending on who squeezes it. Another is why every time someone says, “Tokyo sushi restaurant opening in Singapore!”, we hustle there like otters who have just found a new koi pond to raid.

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