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Sushi Kajin just provided one of the most impressive omakase experiences I've had in a long while. This is saying a lot for Taiwan, where most omakase chefs are locals who have never formally trained in Japan, churning out what can only be described as "localized Taiwanese Japanese" fare. It's no wonder they were awarded a star so quickly.
The raws were, expectedly, incredible: A nice mix of luxurious (double layered uni, o-toro) to bold silver skinned fish (horse mackerel, shad, sardine) to innovate (mantis shrimp with sweet soy glaze). Additionally, the cooked dishes were just as impressive. The airy, crispy skin on the barracuda and the crispy, buttery texture of the grouper are dishes that will stay with me for a long time. And this is coming from someone who usually prefers raws over cooked omakase items.
Sushi Kajin is definitely on the higher end cost-wise, but what you're getting is an authentic Japanese omakase experience that is often imitated but almost never duplicated here in Taiwan.
Thanks again to Chef Okuchi Taichi and the rest of the team at Sushi Kajin for an unforgettable evening!