Conveyor belt sushi in Kochi Prefecture! 3 popular picks by area you'll want to visit at least once

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Kaiten Zushi Sushi Ikkan Azono no Mise is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture, about a 10-minute walk from Azono Station on the JR Dosan Line. The sushi made with fresh local fish is well liked.

In addition to the sushi going around on the belt, they also take set menu and A la carte orders, so you can enjoy freshly made nigiri sushi.

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You can enjoy sushi made with fresh local fish such as katsuo (bonito), buri (yellowtail), and shimaaji (striped jack). The toppings are so large they cover the shari (sushi rice), and each piece is generously sized. It is said to be very satisfying and filling.

The finishing touches are careful too, with decorative knife work and other details. People say you can enjoy quality like that of a high-end restaurant.

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Kochi specialty "katsuo no tataki (seared bonito)" features bonito boldly seared over straw and topped with yakumi (condiments) such as green onion and onion. You can enjoy the combo of the bonito wrapped in the nice toasty aroma of straw and the yakumi.

Fresh bonito is packed with flavor. They say it is best enjoyed simply with salt.

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Tentenmaru Tosa Doro Ten is a popular kaiten-zushi (conveyor belt sushi) restaurant in Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture, about a 10-minute walk from Masugata Station on the Tosaden Kotsu tram line. They say you can enjoy everything from standard sushi to local fish here.

In addition to the sushi circulating on the lane, you can also order from a touch panel. The side dishes and desserts are also plentiful.

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The toppings are said to be so fresh and large that they nearly cover the shari (sushi rice), making each piece very satisfying. The raw toppings are great, and the aburi toppings also pair well with the special sauce and taste delicious.

You can order from a single piece, which is why people like being able to enjoy many different kinds of sushi.

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Tosa-maki is a dish with the toasty aroma of wara-yaki (straw searing) that gently tickles the nose. It is a local dish from Kochi made by wrapping katsuo no tataki (seared bonito) grilled over straw in sushi rice.

The garlic and green onion rolled in with it add a nice accent to the flavor. They round out the rich umami of the bonito, creating a fragrant and full taste.

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Kaiten Sushi Ichibansen is a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Susaki, Kochi Prefecture, about a 5-minute walk from Tano-go Station on the JR Dosan Line. It is located inside the supermarket Marunaka Susaki Ten.

This restaurant is directly operated by Tosa Yo, a tuna fishing and seafood company. You can enjoy fresh tuna and local fish caught off the coast of Susaki.

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The sushi toppings come in a wide variety. From authentic hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) to "Hamburger Steak" and "mayo corn," the lineup is popular with both adults and kids.

The "sea chicken" topping is house-made. The local dish Tosa-maki (Tosa roll) is a consistently popular item.

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The "Tairyo Maguro-Zukushi" set is a luxurious assortment all about maguro (tuna). It is a great dish that lets you enjoy the goodness of different kinds of tuna, including hon-maguro (bluefin tuna) and mebachi (bigeye tuna).

Another nice point is that you can enjoy a variety of cuts, including chutoro (medium fatty tuna), negitoro (minced tuna with scallions), and haranbo (tuna belly). The side dishes made with tuna are also well received.