Seasonal Fish and Sushi Restaurant Arahama Wataricho

Arahama

Sushi restaurant • Nakano-183-8 Arahama, Watari, Watari District, Miyagi 989-2311, Japan

4.3(1283 reviews)

•$$

Kid-friendly

Exploring the Flavors of a Fishing Town with a Sea Breeze

Wataricho is located in the northeastern part of Miyagi Prefecture. While the scars of the Great East Japan Earthquake remain, the town has revived as a place filled with new charms thanks to the abundant blessings of the sea and the earnest efforts of the people. A symbol of this is the "Seasonal Fish and Sushi Restaurant Arahama Wataricho."

A Special Place to Enjoy Seasonal Seafood

This restaurant is known for its exquisite dishes that make the most of locally sourced fresh seafood. It is a hidden gem where you can savor the deliciousness of local ingredients unique to a fishing town, backed by the craftsmanship of the chefs.

The menu changes with the seasons, offering delicacies such as scallop rice, silver salmon rice, conger eel rice, and oyster rice according to what's in season. It's a popular spot with long lines during holidays, but you can minimize your wait time by using the reservation system.

Exquisite Dishes That Fuse Nostalgia and Freshness

Before you even start your meal, you can feel the freshness of the ingredients and the elaborate preparation from each dish. Especially, the scallop rice is irresistible with the sweetness of the scallops and the firm texture. The silver salmon rice also showcases a perfect harmony between the plump salmon and the popping ikura.

What's even more surprising is the high quality of the mixed rice. Each grain stands out without becoming mushy, enhancing the flavors of the ingredients without overpowering them.

The reason they can offer such flavors at an affordable price is the artisan spirit of making the most of local ingredients. This restaurant seamlessly combines the traditional flavors of a fishing town with fresh and creative sensibilities.

Experience a High-Quality Stay in Wataricho

When visiting Wataricho for sightseeing, it is recommended to stop by Arahama. Just like the locals, you should be able to fully enjoy the flavors of the fishing town with the sea breeze. You are sure to take home many unforgettable memories and cherish them as precious souvenirs.

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Reviews

5(6 years ago)

寿司好き

正月休み最終日✨友人と一緒にあら浜で牡蠣ご飯&ホッキ飯😋牡蠣ご飯は牡蠣味噌を付けて食べると異次元の美味しさ😲I feel JAPAN🇯🇵👍

5(a year ago)

Youko Fujima

Delicious surf clam rice! The clams were fresh and sweet, and so plump! The restaurant also has a very updated waiting list system.

4(6 years ago)

eiko fujikawa

It was tasty and good service.😋

5(a month ago)

探検ローカルレストラン

I came here on a trip to Tohoku to eat hokki rice. I ate rako rice about two years ago and it was delicious, so I had high expectations. I thought it would be a good idea to go early since it was a long holiday, but since the store was empty on the way, I arrived 2 hours before the store opened. There was a machine in front of the store that issued reservation tickets, so I registered my cell phone number. Naturally, I was number one in ticketing. When it's your turn, they will contact you via cell phone or LINE, which is useful for alleviating congestion. I took a walk around the area and waited until it was time, and when I returned, there were quite a few cars. As soon as the store opened, people with tickets number 1 and 2 were asked to come in, and the staff seemed to be familiar with the process, so it went smoothly. On that day, I was told that they would be able to offer two dishes: hokki rice and silver salmon harako rice, so I ordered a half set.It was served within a few minutes, but this was a big hit. The shellfish in the hokki rice was sweet and soft, and the cooked rice soaked up the soup stock from the shellfish, making it delicious. How much does the silver salmon harako rice cost? The pieces resemble trout roe and are a little small, but they are well seasoned, refreshing and delicious, and the top is fatty and has plenty of flavor. Compared to Autumn Harako Meshi, the salmon roe was a little lacking, but the meat was better than the other, so it was hard to give it a better overall rating. The price is not cheap, but I was satisfied with the two flavors. When I ordered it, I thought that the miso soup with the clams in the set had little flavor and was probably frozen. I like spring clams because of their umami, so if these are good, I'll give it full marks. At Arahama-san, you can enjoy five types of rice throughout the year: hokki, coho salmon, conger eel, hako, and oyster. There are only two types left, so I definitely want to come back and try them. This is a restaurant that I can recommend to anyone going to Miyagi.

5(a month ago)

ちっくと

The purpose of this day is to enjoy seasonal hokkimeshi. I visited around 12:30 on a Saturday. There is a long line during Harako Meshi season, but at this time I was able to get in right away without waiting. I ordered the "Half Set" (3,300 yen), which includes both silver salmon roe rice and hokki rice. The coho salmon harako rice was a perfect combination of plump salmon and springy salmon roe, and was definitely a delicious dish full of flavor. The hokki rice I was looking for had an addictive taste, with a subtle sweetness unique to hokki shellfish and a unique chewy texture. Best of all, the rice in the takikomi rice was not soggy and each grain stood firm, highlighting the deliciousness of the ingredients. Furthermore, the accompanying pickles and soup were exceptional, making it a very satisfying lunch. I'm glad I came to this store for the first time. Thank you for the meal! !

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