From reading online, it seems like many of the very well reviewed high end sushi restaurants don’t allow foreigners to sit at the main counter. I tried researching specifically about going to these restaurants and eating with the sous chef (which I can find open reservations for), but I couldn’t find any reviews mentioning those experiences.
I was wondering if anyone has had experience with dining with the sous chef, and if the experience was still worthwhile (for the cost, ambiance, etc).
[I currently have reservations at Sushi Ryujiro, in case anyone has specifically been there, but I just want to hear about your experiences in general!]
This is my first time going to Japan, and I’m developing a lot of travel anxiety about being unintentionally disrespectful. If being a foreigner and dining at places like this is not well received, I might prefer not to encroach on others and just dine where I’m not bothering others.
Thank you all so much!
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