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Nara

sushi kawashima

Restaurant · Sushi

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One Michelin star sushi in Nara, charted among Japan's most accomplished tables.

Nara isn't the first place you'd roam for serious sushi, which makes this one Michelin star destination worth the detour. The recognition speaks to precision and trust in a city better known for temples than for charted seafood—worth building a night around.

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Charted by Michelin Guide· Last verified 2026-07-11