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一笈壽司
Exit 1 · about 8 min walk

一笈壽司

Yiji Sushi
Japanese Cuisine, Local Eats, Group Dining, Late-Night Eats · 南屯區
★ 4.2・7,932 reviews 204 views Open now
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“Clear soup, concentrated seafood, grilled meat, and dessert create distinct turns. The beef tongue parcels and uni-sweet-shrimp-salmon nori are uncommon combinations, suiting travelers who want both raw and cooked dishes.”

Uni, sweet shrimp, and salmon nori Scallion-salt beef tongue parcels Seafood and cooked dishes together
This rating asks whether the place is worth fitting into your trip, considering distinctiveness, local significance, Google reviews, and MRT convenience—not taste alone.
WORTH THE STOP?

Is this place worth adding to your MRT itinerary?

It can feel very different if you are already at this stop versus making a special trip here.
★★☆☆☆
ALREADY HERE
Already at this stop
Go if convenient

If you are already at Shui-an Temple Station, it is an easy walk and a natural fit for this stop.

★☆☆☆☆
WORTH THE DETOUR?
Making a special trip
No need to ride over just for it

If you are elsewhere, consider whether it is worth an extra MRT ride just for this place.

WHY VISIT

Why add it to your itinerary?

01
Uni, sweet shrimp, and salmon gathered on grilled nori

Sweet shrimp, rich uni, fatty salmon, and roe arrive together, while grilled nori adds a dry crunch that focuses the layered ocean flavors.

02
Beef tongue wraps scallions and keeps its juices

Unlike ordinary thin tongue, the parcel holds scallions inside, combining springy beef tongue, juices, and clean saltiness after grilling.

03
High visibility built from over 7,000 reviews

Google currently shows about 4.2 stars from 7,932 reviews, an intuitive popularity reference for first-time visitors.

04
One table moves from seafood soup to grilled meat

Dobin-Mushi opens the meal, uni, sweet shrimp, and oysters carry the seafood line, then short rib and beef tongue change the texture for easy group sharing.

WHAT TO ORDER

First time here? Start with these

Editors
夜班大叔
Uni with Sweet Shrimp and Salmon on Grilled Nori MetroBites visit photo

Uni with Sweet Shrimp and Salmon on Grilled Nori

Sweet shrimp, uni, salmon, and roe are layered on grilled nori, concentrating delicate sweetness, rich savor, and fat into one layered bite.

Scallion-Salt Beef Tongue Parcels MetroBites visit photo

Scallion-Salt Beef Tongue Parcels

Beef tongue encloses salted scallions before grilling, retaining juices and carrying scallion aroma through a springy bite beyond simple saltiness.

Dobin-Mushi MetroBites visit photo

Dobin-Mushi

A light broth carries seafood sweetness, with chicken, clams, scallop, fish, mushroom, shrimp, and ginger inside; ideal for warming the stomach before the mains.

A TASTE OF TAIWAN

Clear soup, focused seafood, grilled meat, then a crisp sweet finish

Dobin-mushi is light and sweet; uni, sweet shrimp, salmon nori, and seasonal oysters raise silkiness, richness, and ocean flavor. Angus boneless short rib adds springy fat, beef tongue parcels bring scallion and juices, and caramelized sweet potato finishes crisp and soft.

FIRST VISIT

First visit: how to order

01
Order in rounds on the table tablet

Order soup and seafood first, then add grilled snacks as the table progresses; the tablet shows dishes and delivery status.

02
Check today's seasonal seafood first

Japanese oysters and limited seafood change with daily supply. Confirm specific items in the first round.

03
Save caramelized sweet potato for the final round

Its crisp sugar shell and soft center make caramelized sweet potato a clean sweet finish after seafood and grilled dishes.

METROBITES LOCAL TIP
Check limited seafood on the tablet in the first round

Seasonal seafood is not supplied every day. Check oysters and limited items after seating before planning the cooked dishes.

FULL VISIT

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✨ AI Quick Take

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) follows a steady Japanese-dining rhythm, with the same clean restraint in both space and food. It suits diners who want comfort without feeling casual: solo guests and groups can enjoy a tidy atmosphere and well-paced service. The menu spans hot soup, sushi, fried and grilled snacks, and dessert in portions that leave the meal feeling properly complete.

Uncle's line: The strength of a place like this is not flashy tricks, but how steadily it handles everything from the room to the food. That consistency makes the meal reassuring.
Setting and atmosphere:一笈壽司 is part of the Karuizawa restaurant group and occupies the first floor of a prominent standalone concrete building on Gongyi Road; Xiao Shi Yakiniku currently uses the second floor, so do not mistake the whole building for one restaurant. Woodwork, lattice screens, and high ceilings keep the sushi space crisp, and ordering uses a table tablet. The architecture is dramatic, but concrete is not dinner; fortunately the menu supports it with sushi, soups, and grilled bites.
Location and dining notes:The address is 台中市南屯區公益路二段25號, phone 04-2320-6368, near Gongyi Park and within walking distance of bus stops along Gongyi Road. Traffic is heavy at peak times, so drivers should allow time for street or paid parking. Seasonal seafood and limited dishes depend on the day's supply; arrive early if you want something specific.
Dobin-Mushi

Dobin-Mushi is a gentle way to warm the stomach. Its light broth carries seafood sweetness without heaviness, gradually opening the palate. The pot contains chicken, clams, scallop, fish, mushroom, shrimp, and ginger in a generous mix. It does not rely on intensity, but its fundamentals are solid and easy to keep sipping.

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) visit photo

Caramelized Sweet Potato

Caramelized Sweet Potato looks simple but is immediately appealing. A substantial sugar shell cracks first, followed by the soft sweet potato inside. Sweetness and potato aroma stay in balance. It is unshowy but polished, fitting between courses or as an easy bite to keep reaching for.

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) visit photo

Uni with Sweet Shrimp and Salmon on Grilled Nori

This dish brings uni, sweet shrimp, and salmon together in a direct expression of the sea. Silky, delicately sweet shrimp meets rich uni and fatty salmon in clearly defined layers. Grilled nori acts as a crisp base that keeps the flavors together and concentrated, giving seafood lovers a memorable presence on the table.

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) visit photo

Japanese Oyster

Japanese Oyster is seasonal and notably substantial in size. Eaten plain, it offers clean ocean savor and a smooth texture without obvious fishiness; lemon makes it brighter and more precise. Ingredients like this demand careful handling, and the result here is steady, suiting diners who want seafood directly.

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) visit photo

Angus Boneless Short Rib

Angus Boneless Short Rib is a dependable centerpiece for the grill. Its aroma quickly becomes appetizing, with springy meat and well-distributed fat for a smooth bite. Lettuce or kombu salt makes the flavor cleaner. It is a basic cut rather than a heavily seasoned showpiece, revealing the quality of meat and heat control.

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) visit photo

Scallion-Salt Beef Tongue Parcels

Scallion-Salt Beef Tongue Parcels are an appealing grilled dish. Unlike ordinary thin slices, the wrapped form holds juices and makes grilling easier to control. The tongue remains springy, while scallions inside add layers beyond plain saltiness. The result is neat and clean, especially friendly for beef-tongue fans who do not want a fussy grill.

一笈壽司 (Yiji Sushi) visit photo
💡 Ordering Notes

Begin with Dobin-Mushi, then choose Uni with Sweet Shrimp and Salmon on Grilled Nori or Japanese Oyster for seafood. Angus Boneless Short Rib and Scallion-Salt Beef Tongue Parcels change the flavor, while Caramelized Sweet Potato makes the sweet finish. Seasonal seafood does not report for duty every day, so confirm desired items early instead of negotiating with the tablet at the end.

  • Location:台中市南屯區公益路二段25號, near Gongyi Park.
  • Type:Sushi, raw seafood, Japanese soups, grilled snacks, and desserts.
  • Signature:A Karuizawa restaurant-group brand on the first floor of a standalone concrete building, with tablet ordering.
  • Best for:Solo Japanese meals, friend gatherings, and diners who want seafood and cooked dishes together.

📌 Editor's Summary

一笈壽司 does not rely on noise. It organizes the room, ordering rhythm, and food with clean precision, creating a comfortable Japanese feel. From soup and small plates to seafood and grilled meat, the kitchen follows a steady, substantial path.

GOOGLE REVIEWS

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4.2
★ 4.2 · 7,932 Google reviews
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STORE INFORMATION

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Address
408台灣臺中市南屯區大業里公益路二段25號
Opening hours
Monday: 11:00 – 23:00
Tuesday: 11:00 – 23:00
Wednesday: 11:00 – 23:00
Thursday: 11:00 – 23:00
Friday: 11:00 – 23:00
Saturday: 11:00 – 23:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 23:00
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Shui-an Temple · 水安宮
Exit 1 · about 8 min walk · about 622 m
Walking About 8 min from Exit 1 · about 622 m
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