Narita may be just a small town that’s known more as a stopover station than a tourist destination per se, but some of the best sushi in Japan can be found over there! On the flight to Narita, I asked my Japanese colleague whether she has heard of Edokko (江戸っ子寿司). Turned out that not only has she heard of it, but she’s been there a few times personally! To quote her directly: “Edokko is special”.. And special it is indeed.
536-10 Hanazaki-cho, Narita City
Note that there are two Edokko in town, one near to the train station and the other closer to the temple. I went to the latter and it’s real easy to spot. Just walk along Omotesando, the main street leading to the temple, and it’s on the right hand side~
Super duper love my Matsu Set (¥2,730)! 7 pieces of superlative nigiri sushi, a tuna maki, plus a bowl of deeply flavoured miso soup. I think Edokko’s trademark is that all the sushi comes with extremely generous toppings of sashimi over vinegared rice. And the quality is top-notch, no less fresher than what I had from Tsukiji!
Look at the thick and long slab of chutoro!
Tuna to rice ratio is about 3:1!
Whoa, this is my first time trying fresh kani (snow crab leg) in the form of sushi and it’s unforgettable! So incredibly sweet 😀
Such a plump piece of hotate (scallop) *swoon*
❤ anago!
Briny ikura (roe) and creamy uni (sea urchin).. Sigh, thinking of them now~
Before the meal was over, the chef popped this onto my side plate.
“Eat the whole thing.. Like a snack” was his explanation when I looked at him with question marks in my eyes.
So I did. Prawn’s eyes, brains, intestines and all. Hmm, smokey flavour and very crunchy.
Very special, I decided.
Just like Edokko.
I had this during my trip yesterday to Narita
Didn’t know that it’s the most famous sushi in town
Had a pleasant surprise with it and really enjoyed my sushi!
If you don’t mind, can I post up your link in my Facebook album?
Your photos do more justice for the sushi than mine
Ya, Edokko’s sushi is really awesome, isn’t it! Love my meal there as well~
Btw, go ahead and post on your fb. It’s an honour, thanks! 🙂