Tekone Sushi

　Alongside Ise udon, tekone sushi is one of the specialities of a pilgrimage to Ise. It is a local dish in which red-fleshed fish, such as bonito and tuna, are marinated in a sauce made from a blend of soy sauce, mirin and sake, and then mixed with vinegared rice. It is said that the name ‘tekone (knead by hand)’ comes from the fact that fishermen used to fillet the fish they had caught on board their boats and mix it by hand.

　At Sushi Hisashi, you can enjoy Tekone Sushi whilst gazing out at the Isuzu River and the Shinbashi Bridge spanning it. It is a long-established restaurant dating back to the Edo period; having once been a ryokan specialising in cuisine, it exudes a unique charm. It’s a delight to have it served in a wooden tub. The thick slices of bonito make for a thoroughly satisfying meal.