Ginza Sushi Arai
Highlights
About
Ginza Sushi Arai has been one of Tokyo's hardest reservations since 2015, claiming the Tabelog Gold Award for six consecutive years. In January 2026, Chef Arai chose Singapore for his first-ever international outpost at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay.
The Singapore restaurant is a true replica of the Tokyo original. Seafood is flown daily from Toyosu Market via exclusive supplier Yamayuki for tuna. Chef Junpeng Wang leads the counter year-round; he trained directly under Master Chef Arai in Tokyo. Arai himself is in residence July–September annually.
What sets Ginza Sushi Arai apart is the 'okonomi' philosophy — guests have genuine input into their own course. The shari uses a signature white-and-akazu red vinegar blend, and each piece is crafted at a generous size — intentionally, so every guest leaves truly satisfied.
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Menu & Pricing
| Course | Format | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dinner Omakase Tsumami → Sashimi → Nigiri → Soup → Dessert · okonomi-guided |
Contact restaurant | One seating 6:30pm · Tue–Sun |
| Private Room 6-seat private room · same menu |
Contact restaurant | Ideal for business / celebrations |
| Master Chef Arai Sessions (Jul–Sep) Chef Arai personally at counter · extremely limited seats |
Premium pricing | Advance reservation essential |
| Beverage Pairing Sake / wine / non-alcoholic |
On request | Inform at reservation |
* Prices subject to 10% service charge and 9% GST.
Practical Info
Dietary Info
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Your Dining Journey
Reserve Well in Advance
Email [email protected] as early as possible. Mention dietary restrictions and preferences — this shapes the course before you arrive. During Jul–Sep (Chef Arai in residence), seats are gone the moment they open.
Arrive at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay
The restaurant is on the 4th floor. Arrive a few minutes early — timing is precise at this level. The Kiso hinoki and Kitayama cedar interior, crafted by Japanese artisans, evokes an immediate sense of a Tokyo sushi-ya. The hinoki counter scent is distinctive.
The Okonomi Conversation
Before the course begins, the chef initiates the okonomi conversation — genuine dialogue about your preferences that shapes the actual course. Name the fish you love most, request more of a type, or note what to avoid. This is rare at this level; embrace it.
The Course: Tsumami, Then Nigiri
The course moves from seasonal tsumami (small bites: marinated fish, luxury ingredients) to the nigiri sequence. The shari blends white and red akazu vinegar, temperature-adjusted per fish type. Each nigiri is deliberately large — an Arai signature. Notice how seasoning shifts from delicate white fish to the richest otoro cuts.
The Experience of Chef Arai's Season (Jul–Sep)
Between Jul–Sep, Master Chef Arai stands behind the Singapore counter. This window is when you experience the Tokyo flagship's seasonal interpretation at its most authentic. Arai's warm, engaged counter presence makes the meal as much a conversation as a dinner. If schedules align, plan your visit for this period.
Location
6 Raffles Boulevard, #04-600 Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, Singapore 039594 · Promenade MRT (CC4/DT15) 5 min walk
📍 Open in Google MapsEditor's Note
The arrival of Ginza Sushi Arai in January 2026 is a landmark for Singapore's sushi scene. Six consecutive Tabelog Gold awards is a standard very few restaurants achieve anywhere. The okonomi philosophy — genuinely shaping your own course — is a meaningful differentiator at this level. Book early, aim for Jul–Sep if you want Chef Arai personally, and arrive with appetite.
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