Hisago-zushi
ひさご寿し35°08′ N 136°06′ ESushi¥¥¥
Hisago-zushi suits riders who want lake-fish sushi in Omihachiman, from Biwa masu to funazushi, and dinner here costs far more than a ride-stop lunch.
What to order
- Biwa masu bo-zushi
- Omi beef toro roll
- Koayu nigiri
- Seta shijimi clam soup
Hisago-zushi is eight minutes on foot from JR Omi-Hachiman, and owner Kawanishi cooks the lake. Biwa masu is the lake's own trout, and here it comes as box sushi at ¥1,980 or as a bo-zushi on the menu since 2013 at ¥4,400. The single pieces include funazushi at ¥660 and baby ayu from the lake at ¥550. There is Omi beef too, rolled with toro since 2006.
In winter the kitchen serves Omi duck hot pot cooked with thick Nobunaga leeks. The restaurant is a Biwaichi support station with a pump and tools at the door.
Quick answers about Hisago-zushiよくある質問
How much does Hisago-zushi cost?
Prices at Hisago-zushi start at ¥2,200 each (2026), about CAD 20 or USD 14 (October 2026 rates).
When is Hisago-zushi open?
Hisago-zushi is open the Biwaichi listing gives 10:00–22:00 Monday and Wednesday to Saturday and 9:00–21:00 on Sunday; the restaurant posts monthly changes on its site and closed tuesdays and Wednesdays, which the restaurant's own holiday notices treat as its regular days off.
What should you order at Hisago-zushi?
At Hisago-zushi, order biwa masu bo-zushi, or omi beef toro roll, or koayu nigiri, or seta shijimi clam soup.
Do you need a reservation at Hisago-zushi?
Hisago-zushi: Book online through Toreta or by phone; the Shiga-ryori courses need a booking.
Can you park a bike at Hisago-zushi?
Hisago-zushi: the Biwaichi map lists a toilet, a pump and tools here.
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