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12/06/2025
Join us for an exclusive one-night collaboration with the Dassai sake brewery on Thursday, December 11. Chef Kunihide Nakajima will prepare his signature edomae-style omakase, paired with a selection of premium Dassai sake.
For inquiries, please email us at [email protected] or send us a direct message.
03/19/2025
We are honored to have secured this No. 1 auction-grade bluefin tuna from Toyosu for this week's special diners at Nakaji. This exceptional tuna hails from Kesennuma Port in Miyagi Prefecture.
12/12/2022
We've crafted a new Winter cocktail menu using this season's ingredients such as lavender milk, Japanese white peach, fuji apple, yamamomo bayberry and more.
Come try the seasonal cocktail menu by .212 and an all new bar bites otsumami menu by chef Nakajima. Reservations required***
11/09/2022
All new cocktail program at
The Bar at Nakaji by .212
This is the "Kagurazaka" - Mezcal, Japanese Fuji Apple, Jalapeño, Cucumber, Ginger, Lime, Agave, Yuzu Pepper, Seedlip Garden, Ichimi Roasted Sea Salt Rim
07/27/2022
Chef Nakajima presenting sea urchin auction items from the Toyosu market.
06/27/2022
A perfect view at the chefs counter overlooking the neta case and chef Nakajima preparing nigiri
05/09/2022
On May 20th, please join us at for a one-night-only dinner where we will open Suntory's Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary whisky from our Reserve collection. This extremely rare, commemorative collectible (only 150 bottles were ever made and released in 2012) will be enjoyed as part of a special tasting flight, in addition to Chef Kunihide Nakajima’s sushi omakase. Reserve by calling 646-478-8282 or email [email protected]
05/04/2022
Japanese whisky flights & tastings are now available at Bar at Nakaji
02/04/2022
Starting Tuesday, February 8, the Hakumai Martini will be available at Nakaji. This Japanese-inspired "martini on the rocks" was created in collaboration with Kenta Goto of Bar Goto and features Japanese white rice vodka, Kijoshu, Hinoki bitters, and chef Kunihide Nakajima's special pickled sushi ginger. A portion of proceeds from each cocktail will be going to Heart of Dinner, a non-profit organization focused on assisting the elderly in the Asian community throughout NYC.
01/02/2022
As we head into the new year, we wanted to thank all of our incredible guests who have dined at Nakaji and who’ve created many memories with us. We look forward to creating more memorable dining experiences in 2022.
Our chefs counter will be back open on Saturday, January 8th due to the scheduling of our vendor, the Tokyo Toyosu fish market.
Thank you again for your wonderful support 🙏
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12/01/2021
Tonight’s Selection
Hokkaido bafun uni, murasaki uni from Miyagi, and Russian bafun uni
11/19/2021
We are very honored to partner with the House of Suntory to host an exclusive tasting event featuring Suntory Yamazaki Distillery's oldest-aged whisky expression, The Yamazaki aged 55 years.
Chef Nakajima will present a special sushi omakase immediately following to celebrate the launch. This Nakaji x House of Suntory limited-seating experience will be held one night only, Wednesday, December 8, 2021.
To purchase tickets or request further details, please email [email protected]
Address
48 Bowery
New York, NY
10013
To get to the sushi restaurant at Bowery in New York by public transport, take the subway and get off at the Bowery station. From there, walk for two blocks towards the east.
If you are driving, take the Bowery exit from Manhattan Bridge and head straight. Look for parking spaces along the road or park your car at nearby parking lots or garages.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5:30pm - 12am |
| Wednesday |
5:30pm - 12am |
| Thursday |
5:30pm - 12am |
| Friday |
5:30pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
5:30pm - 12am |
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What people say
Sushi restaurants are known for their fresh and high-quality ingredients, expertly crafted dishes, and impeccable presentation. Nakaji, located on Bowery in New York City, is no exception to this standard. The third-generation sushi chef Kunihide "Nakaji" Nakajima brings his legacy to the restaurant, offering an unforgettable dining experience.
One of the highlights of Nakaji is its seasonal cocktail menu crafted by .212. Using only the freshest ingredients of the season such as lavender milk, Japanese white peach, fuji apple, yamamomo bayberry and more, these cocktails are a must-try for any cocktail enthusiast. Additionally, the all-new bar bites otsumami menu by Chef Nakajima perfectly complements these drinks.
For those who appreciate fine spirits, Nakaji offers a rare opportunity to taste Suntory's Rolling Stones 50th Anniversary whisky from their Reserve collection. This extremely rare and collectible whisky will be enjoyed as part of a special tasting flight along with Chef Kunihide Nakajima’s sushi omakase.
The restaurant also boasts a perfect view at the chefs counter overlooking the neta case where diners can watch Chef Nakajima prepare nigiri with precision and care. And for seafood lovers, Chef Nakajima presents sea urchin auction items from the Toyosu market.
Overall, Nakaji is a top-notch sushi restaurant that offers an exceptional dining experience with its fresh ingredients, expertly crafted dishes and drinks, and impeccable service. It's no wonder why it has become one of Bowery's most popular destinations for foodies and sushi enthusiasts alike.
