Located in Montmartre, in a setting specially crafted for chef Shunei Kimura by the architectural firms Sala Hars and Vorbot, Sushi Shunei is a sushiya positioned at the intersection of Japanese tradition and Parisian art-de-vivre, where the excellence of the Japanese gesture and the Epicureanism which made the reputation of France meet. We respect the fundamental rules of edomae sushi: in Japan, you almost never eat sushi anywhere other than at the counter in front of the chef - the same is true at Sushi Shunei.
To meet the demand of its founders, the architects have made Sushi Shunei a unique and unforgettable place, which design takes its essence from Japanese traditions while not hesitating to modernize its shapes. In this minimalist and undeniably mysterious place, the light that emanates peacefully from the ceiling illuminates pure wood panels to form an origami that explains the feeling of timelessness sensed by all who enter it.
Sushi Shunei was created for Shunei Kimura, who lived in Paris for over forty years. An undeniably talented sushiya, Shunei very sadly passed away in June 2022, only 3 months after obtaining his first star in the Michelin Guide. Shunei will forever be in our memory.
Sushi Shunei was a man's dream, and before leaving us, Shunei asked his wife Chizuko Kimura to continue the adventure. It is in his honor that she keeps her promise to him every day to maintain the restaurant open.
Sushi Shunei was created for Shunei Kimura, who lived in Paris for over forty years. An undeniably talented sushiya, Shunei very sadly passed away in June 2022, only 3 months after obtaining his first star in the Michelin Guide. Shunei will forever be in our memory.
Sushi Shunei was a man's dream, and before leaving us, Shunei asked his wife Chizuko Kimura to continue the adventure. It is in his honor that she keeps her promise to him every day to maintain the restaurant open.
Alongside Chizuko Kimura, the talented and renowned chef Takeshi Morooka officiates behind the counter. With 30 years of experience in the art of sushi, he brings to Sushi Shunei a unique rigor and a perpetual obsession to serve the most traditional sushi possible. Formerly the chef of the highly regarded Ginza Onodera, Takeshi Morooka has also trained many chefs in Japan as an instructor. His mastery of sushi is unmatched in Paris.
Alongside Chizuko Kimura, the talented and renowned chef Takeshi Morooka officiates behind the counter. With 30 years of experience in the art of sushi, he brings to Sushi Shunei a unique rigor and a perpetual obsession to serve the most traditional sushi possible. Formerly the chef of the highly regarded Ginza Onodera, Takeshi Morooka has also trained many chefs in Japan as an instructor. His mastery of sushi is unmatched in Paris.
On the lacquer platter, custom-designed by artisans in Kanazawa for the restaurant - like all the ceramics that were specially commissioned in Kyoto - the chef places his nigiris one after the other. The typically Japanese rigor mingles with indulgence when the rice, simple and carefully balanced, supports with its texture, temperature and subtle taste a tuna so fatty that it melts in your mouth. The sushis are paired according to the wishes of each person with a selection of sakes or precisely infused teas - and often cold-brewed to fully exacerbate their umami - or organic wines selected from several hundred references for the perfection of their harmony, so difficult to achieve, with raw fish, itself carefully sourced by the chefs from the best suppliers and fishermen, whom they have met.
More than a restaurant, more than an experience, Sushi Shunei is an emotion. As such, it is difficult to describe with words - you have to live it. We are waiting for you.
Chizuko Kimura and Takeshi Marooka, because they are the guardians of the edomae sushi tradition, tell a different story every day through their omakase, a symphony that varies according to the fishing and the seasons: turbot, sea bream, prawns, mackerel, eel...no treasure of the sea is missing.
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Sushi Shunei is open for dinner, from Tuesday to Saturday, by reservation only for our two services at 7pm and 9:30pm, as well as on Saturdays at lunchtime. The experience lasts just under two hours, and in pure Japanese tradition, we ask you to arrive on time. If you are late for more than 15 minutes, we will not be able to serve you your entire menu. We respectfully ask the guests of our first service to leave their seats by 9:15pm.
Address :
3, rue Audran
75018 Paris
Phone / WhatsApp: +33 (0)6 44 66 11 31
contact@sushishunei.com
Instagram: @sushishunei
Press contact:
press@sushishunei.com
Photo credits: ©11h45
For any reservation, please use our online reservation system, accessible by clicking on the "Book" button located at the top right of this page.
A credit card imprint is required for every reservation: our restaurant has a very limited number of seats and purchases are made according to the number of guests in order to offer you the best ingredients in the best possible conditions. You can modify or cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before your reservation. Within 48 hours of your booking, there is a penalty of 200 euros per person, and it can not be waived, even in case of COVID-19. Thank you for your understanding.
In case of any allergy or food restriction, please let us know so that we can adapt your menu. Unfortunately, if you are allergic to all seafood, we will not be able to accommodate you.
Address :
3, rue Audran
75018 Paris
Phone / WhatsApp: +33 (0)6 44 66 11 31
contact@sushishunei.com
Instagram: @sushishunei
Press contact:
press@sushishunei.com
Photo credits: ©11h45
For any reservation, please use our online reservation system, accessible by clicking on the "Book" button located at the top right of this page.
A credit card imprint is required for every reservation: our restaurant has a very limited number of seats and purchases are made according to the number of guests in order to offer you the best ingredients in the best possible conditions. You can modify or cancel your reservation up to 48 hours before your reservation. Within 48 hours of your booking, there is a penalty of 200 euros per person, and it can not be waived, even in case of COVID-19. Thank you for your understanding.
In case of any allergy or food restriction, please let us know so that we can adapt your menu. Unfortunately, if you are allergic to all seafood, we will not be able to accommodate you.
