At a Glance
About Kan Sushi
Kan Sushi at International Plaza occupies an interesting dual identity: by day it is a crisp, efficient sushi lunch counter serving the CBD office crowd with well-priced sushi sets, chirashi donburi, and katsudon; by evening it transforms into an izakaya-style space where the same fresh seafood is joined by small plates, sake, and a more relaxed social atmosphere. This dual personality is not a gimmick but a practical response to the rhythms of Tanjong Pagar — lunch demands speed and value, while dinner rewards lingering and exploration. Part of the Kan Sushi Group, the restaurant maintains consistent sourcing standards across both services, ensuring that the sashimi on your S$25 chirashi don at 12:30pm is the same quality you would receive on a S$138 omakase platter at 8pm. Located on the ground floor of International Plaza at Anson Road, it is literally one minute from Tanjong Pagar MRT Exit C — one of the most MRT-accessible Japanese restaurants in the entire CBD.
The lunch menu is designed for the CBD worker who wants genuinely good sushi without the time commitment or price tag of a full omakase. The Salmon Sushi Set at S$25 provides a generous selection of fresh salmon nigiri that satisfies a sushi craving in 30 minutes. The Chirashi Donburi at S$25 offers a colourful bowl of assorted sashimi over seasoned rice — the kind of honest, fish-forward lunch that makes the nearby food court options pale in comparison. For something more substantial, the Katsudon at S$22 delivers a crispy-coated pork cutlet over rice with a savoury egg mixture — a Japanese comfort classic. But it is the omakase that reveals Kan Sushi's true ambition. At S$78, the entry-level omakase provides a chef-curated sushi experience that is remarkable value for the quality. The S$138 premium omakase offers up to 15 pieces of carefully selected sushi — a progression through seasonal fish that demonstrates genuine skill in selection and preparation. For diners who have been curious about omakase but hesitant about the S$200+ price points at Tanjong Pagar's premium counters, Kan Sushi provides a genuine entry point without sacrificing quality.
The evening transformation is where Kan Sushi reveals its izakaya soul. As the sun sets and the office crowd transitions from work mode to social mode, the restaurant's lighting softens, the sake menu comes alive, and the vibe shifts from efficient lunch counter to convivial Japanese pub. The sake selection is wide and competitively priced — a deliberate strategy to encourage exploration rather than intimidation. Japanese beers at great prices provide the most accessible entry point, while the sake range covers everything from light, fruity options for beginners to fuller-bodied junmai for experienced drinkers. Small plates designed for sharing — edamame, gyoza, tempura, grilled items — join the sushi menu, creating an evening format that accommodates both the diner who wants to continue eating sushi and the one who wants to shift to izakaya-style grazing with drinks. International Plaza as a location means that Kan Sushi sits alongside several other Japanese restaurants — Fukusuke on the same floor, Sushi Muni upstairs — creating a small Japanese dining cluster that is convenient for the MRT-connected CBD crowd. If Kan Sushi is full, alternatives are steps away; if it is quiet, you have found a Japanese restaurant one minute from the MRT where you can enjoy quality sushi at honest prices without ever feeling rushed.
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Menu & Pricing
Lunch sushi sets and donburi available daily. Evening izakaya menu + sake. Omakase by arrangement. Prices approximate.
| Item | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon Sushi Set | Generous selection of fresh salmon nigiri | From S$25 |
| Chirashi Donburi | Assorted sashimi over seasoned rice | From S$25 |
| Katsudon | Crispy pork cutlet over rice with egg | From S$22 |
| Omakase Sushi (Entry) | Chef's sushi selection — approximately 8-10 pieces | S$78 |
| Omakase Sushi (Premium) | Extended chef's selection — up to 15 exquisite pieces | S$138 |
| Sake / Beer | Wide selection at competitive prices — great for izakaya evening | From S$8 |
The Kan Sushi Experience
12:30pm — The Sushi Express
At 12:30 on a weekday, Kan Sushi operates at peak efficiency. Office workers from the surrounding towers — Guoco Tower, International Plaza, the Anson Road corridor — file in for sushi that is fresh, fast, and fairly priced. The Salmon Sushi Set at S$25 is the most popular order: generous pieces of fresh salmon nigiri that arrive within minutes and satisfy the lunchtime sushi craving without demanding a long sit-down. The chirashi donburi provides more variety in a single bowl, while the katsudon offers a non-sushi alternative for those days when you want something warm and hearty. The service is brisk and professional — this is a restaurant that understands the CBD lunch clock. Most diners are in and out within 30 minutes, but there is no feeling of being rushed; the pacing is simply calibrated for people who have meetings at 2pm.
7:30pm — The Izakaya Emerges
By evening, Kan Sushi has completed its transformation. The efficient lunch counter gives way to a warmer, more sociable atmosphere. The lighting softens. The sake menu appears. Small plates — edamame, gyoza, tempura, grilled seafood — join the permanent sushi offerings. Groups settle in for longer sessions, ordering rounds of sake and sharing dishes in the izakaya tradition. The change is not dramatic in a physical sense — it is the same space, the same counter, the same kitchen — but the rhythm and energy are entirely different. Lunch is purposeful and brisk; dinner is leisurely and exploratory. The sake selection shines in this context: with competitive pricing and a range that covers light to full-bodied options, it invites the kind of gradual, pleasurable drinking that defines a good izakaya evening. If you visited Kan Sushi only at lunch, you would think of it as a solid sushi counter. Visit in the evening and you discover it is also a genuinely enjoyable izakaya — a dual identity that makes it one of the most versatile Japanese restaurants at International Plaza.
The S$78 Omakase — Your First Counter Experience
Kan Sushi's entry-level omakase at S$78 is one of the most accessible counter sushi experiences in Tanjong Pagar — and possibly the best value introduction to omakase dining in the CBD. For that price, you receive a chef-curated selection of approximately 8-10 pieces of sushi, prepared in front of you at the counter with the same care and technique that defines omakase at higher price points. The fish is fresh — Kan Sushi Group maintains sourcing standards that ensure consistent quality across their outlets — and the rice is properly seasoned and served warm. It is not competing with S$300 omakase restaurants and does not pretend to; the fish selection will be less exotic, the number of courses fewer, and the accompaniments simpler. But what it delivers — genuine counter omakase with fresh fish at a price that makes it accessible for a Wednesday night dinner — is genuinely valuable. For first-timers who want to understand what omakase feels like without committing S$200+, this is where to start. For regulars on a budget, this is the Tuesday night treat that keeps the sushi habit alive without financial stress.
International Plaza — The Japanese Building
International Plaza at 10 Anson Road has quietly earned the unofficial title of Tanjong Pagar's Japanese dining building. Kan Sushi on the ground floor sits alongside Fukusuke (the hidden-gem izakaya at #01-02), while Sushi Muni (an intimate 10-seat omakase) and Shinagawa Ramen occupy units on the second floor. This concentration creates a miniature Japanese food court — not in the generic sense, but a collection of independent, quality-focused Japanese restaurants under one roof, each serving a different segment of the market. Kan Sushi occupies the versatile middle ground: more affordable and casual than Sushi Muni's omakase, more sushi-focused than Fukusuke's izakaya fare, and more varied than Shinagawa's ramen-only menu. For diners who arrive at International Plaza without a fixed plan — perhaps following the MRT Exit C path on instinct — Kan Sushi provides the widest range of options under one counter: sushi, donburi, omakase, izakaya, sake, and the flexibility to adjust based on mood and budget.
The Group Decision — When Everyone Wants Something Different
Kan Sushi's breadth of menu is its secret weapon for group dining. In a group of four colleagues, one person wants sushi, another wants a donburi, the third wants to try omakase, and the fourth just wants a beer and some edamame. Most Japanese restaurants force the group to compromise; Kan Sushi accommodates everyone. The sushi lover orders a salmon set. The donburi fan gets the chirashi. The adventurous diner negotiates a counter omakase seat. And the beer drinker settles into izakaya mode with sake and small plates. Everyone eats what they want, at the price point they are comfortable with, in the same restaurant, at the same table. This flexibility sounds simple but is surprisingly rare in Tanjong Pagar's Japanese dining scene, where most restaurants are either purely omakase, purely ramen, or purely izakaya. Kan Sushi bridges all three, making it the natural default when a group cannot agree on a single format.
Practical Information
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Dietary Information
Tanjong Pagar — Singapore's Japanese Food Capital
The Neighbourhood
Tanjong Pagar holds the highest concentration of Japanese restaurants in Singapore, with over 45 establishments. From Michelin-starred omakase to late-night ramen, this is the most complete Japanese dining neighbourhood in Southeast Asia.
Insider Tips — Dining at Kan Sushi
Lunch sushi sets are the best quick-value option. The S$78 omakase is one of the most affordable genuine counter experiences in Tanjong Pagar. Evening sake prices are competitive — explore if you enjoy sake. If Kan Sushi is full, Fukusuke is next door and Sushi Muni is upstairs. MRT Exit C is the fastest access — literally 1 minute. The chirashi don is the best lunch bowl for the money.
Planning Your Visit to Tanjong Pagar
Tanjong Pagar MRT (East-West Line) is the main access point. Parking at Guoco Tower, International Plaza, 100AM, Icon Village. The area is compact and walkable — most Japanese restaurants within 10 minutes of the MRT.
Editor's Note
Kan Sushi is the Swiss Army knife of Tanjong Pagar's Japanese dining scene — not the best at any single thing, but the most versatile restaurant that does everything well. The lunch sushi sets from S$25 are genuine value in the CBD, the evening izakaya transformation is pleasant and well-priced, and the omakase at S$78–138 provides a legitimate counter experience that serves as either a regular treat or an introduction to omakase dining. International Plaza's location — one minute from MRT Exit C — makes it one of the most accessible Japanese restaurants in the area. The dual day/night personality means you can visit the same restaurant for a quick S$25 lunch and a S$60 sake-fuelled izakaya dinner in the same week without either visit feeling forced. For the CBD worker who wants a reliable Japanese restaurant for every mood and occasion, Kan Sushi delivers quiet consistency across every format it offers.