"Hong Kong's only three-Michelin-star sushi counter, eight seats, fish flown daily from Toyosu — fly in for an anniversary."
About Sushi Shikon
Eight seats, one cypress counter, omakase only — Sushi Shikon is the most exclusive sushi room in Hong Kong, and the only one to hold three Michelin stars. It has done so every year since 2014. The fish is flown in daily from Tokyo's Toyosu market, and the meal runs from around HK$4,000 a person.
Shikon is the Hong Kong outpost of Masahiro Yoshitake's three-star Sushi Yoshitake in Tokyo, and it cooks to that lineage's Edomae discipline. Since 2019 it has occupied a spare, low-lit room inside the Landmark Mandarin Oriental at 15 Queen's Road Central. This is Edomae sushi at the very top of the global ladder.
The Kitchen
The kitchen follows the Yoshitake method: warm shari seasoned with red vinegar, fish aged and cured rather than served raw-fresh, each piece brushed with nikiri and set down one at a time. The marinated tuna — akami zuke — and the simmered anago that closes the savoury run are the pieces by which the counter is judged. Toyosu-flown uni and a famously rich tamago round out the omakase.
Yoshiharu "Kaki" Kakinuma led the counter for years and carried the three stars through edition after edition before returning to Japan in 2025; the kitchen now continues under his trained successor. The room has held three Michelin stars without interruption since 2014, making it Hong Kong's benchmark for Japanese fine dining.
The Room
The counter seats just eight, carved from a single length of hinoki cypress and lit like a stage. It is quiet enough to hear the knife work and intimate enough that the chef leads the room. There are two seatings a night; the pace is brisk and precise. Smart dress suits the setting. Book weeks ahead — eight seats and three stars do the arithmetic for you.
Best for Anniversary
Book Shikon for an anniversary because eight seats, a single chef and a two-hour Edomae omakase make for an evening with no distractions and nothing to share with a crowd. It is a once-a-year kind of meal at a once-a-year kind of price. For more rooms worth the occasion, see Hong Kong's best anniversary restaurants and its tables built to impress a client.
Not for
Not for a relaxed group night or anyone who wants to linger — there are two firm seatings, the counter holds only eight, and at HK$4,000 a head the omakase rewards full attention, not conversation across a table.
Frequently Asked
Is Sushi Shikon worth it?
Yes — Sushi Shikon is Hong Kong's only three-Michelin-star sushi counter, and for Edomae sushi at the highest level it is worth the HK$4,000 outlay. Fish flown daily from Toyosu and the Yoshitake lineage's discipline set it apart. It is a special-occasion meal, not an everyday one, but few rooms in Asia do it better.
How hard is it to book Sushi Shikon?
Very hard — with only eight seats and two seatings a night, Shikon books out weeks ahead, and prime weekend slots go fastest. Reserve through the Landmark Mandarin Oriental as far in advance as you can. Cancellations occasionally open seats at short notice, so it is worth asking the hotel concierge to keep you in mind.
How much does Sushi Shikon cost?
The omakase starts at around HK$4,000 per person before drinks, and sake or wine pairings add to that. It is one of the most expensive meals in the city, reflecting the daily Toyosu sourcing and the three-star kitchen. There is no à la carte option — omakase is the only way to dine, and the price is set by the counter.
What is the dress code at Sushi Shikon?
Smart dress is expected at Sushi Shikon, in keeping with its setting inside the Landmark Mandarin Oriental. There is no formal jacket requirement, but the intimate eight-seat counter and the price point mean most guests dress up. Avoid shorts and beachwear; smart-casual at a minimum keeps you comfortable in the room.
Is Sushi Shikon good for an anniversary?
Yes — the eight-seat counter, single-chef focus and two-hour omakase make Sushi Shikon an ideal anniversary table for two who love sushi. It is intimate and memorable rather than showy. Because seats are so limited, book well ahead, and see our Hong Kong anniversary guide for alternatives if the dates are taken.
Reserve a Table
Reserve at Sushi Shikon
Reservations via the Landmark Mandarin Oriental. Two seatings nightly.
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Practical Information
AddressLandmark Mandarin Oriental, 15 Queen's Road Central
NeighbourhoodCentral
CuisineSushi (Edomae omakase)
PriceOmakase from HK$4,000 per person
Dress CodeSmart
Seating8-seat hinoki counter
ReservationHotel / concierge
