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Youji's #WashokuRenaissance

Boston, MA · Japanese · $$$

- Our Story - Over two decades ago, award-winning Chef Youji Iwakura introduced Boston to a renaissance of authentic Japanese cuisine. His vision—rooted in washoku and shaped by seasonality and restraint—became the foundation of a movement.

In 2018, that philosophy took form as Kamakura, the first modern kaiseki (会席 and 懐石) restaurant in the city. During the pandemic, he launched a curbside ghost kitchen serving his signature Sashimi Chirashi Sushi and jewel-like Poke Boxes (currently paused)...

***Important Advisory Due to an unexpected HVAC system failure affecting our shared food hall, indoor temperatures may be warmer than usual during periods of extreme heat. We are continuing to operate and accepting reservations, while closely monitoring conditions to ensure guest comfort and safety. We appreciate your understanding and will provide updates if any changes to service become necessary. August 2026 — Menus and prices remain the same except Friday. TUESDAY — Sushi Supper Experience (夕暮れ鮨) 6:00 pm (1 hour) — 13 courses — $125 7:45 pm — 13 courses — $125 7:45 pm — 16 courses — $165 A focused sushi counter experience highlighting seasonality, conversation, and the natural flow of the counter. --- WEDNESDAY — Closed --- THURSDAY — Cha-Kaiseki Dinner (茶懐石の夕べ) 7:00 pm — 13 courses — $180 A seasonal Cha-Kaiseki dinner featuring traditional Washoku dishes, oshizushi, and the progression into a seasonal Kaiseki dinner. **Washoku Dinner Set (和食) — $75–95 Available by request only. Take-home available by request (8:00 pm pickup). --- FRIDAY in August — Chef's Sushi & Seasonal Washoku Experience (鮨と和食の夕べ) 7:00 pm — 19 courses — $240 An elevated sushi and seasonal Washoku experience showcasing the finest ingredients of the season through the rhythm of the counter. --- SATURDAY — Chef's Signature Sushi & Kaiseki Dinner (鮨と会席の夕べ) 7:00 pm — 20 courses — $275 Our flagship Sushi & Kaiseki dinner, representing the full expression of Washoku Renaissance. --- SUNDAY — Closed Private dinners available. Reservation Cut-Off Policy Sushi Supper & Omakase (Tue & Fri): Reservations must be made by 6:00 PM the day before. WR Kaiseki Series (Thurs & Sat): Reservations must be made by 12:00 PM the day before. **Reservation Notes Rescheduling = cancellation. Please review our policy before booking. Dietary Restrictions We only accommodate minor dietary restrictions. Please provide details with your booking. Safety: Due to our small kitchen and the risk of cross-contamination, we cannot accommodate serious allergies. Exclusions: We cannot cater to wheat, soy, or fin fish restrictions. Special Occasions We do not serve cakes, as they do not pair with our menu. Instead, we offer a special celebratory plating for our fruit course. Beverages Drinks are a separate service and transaction via the food hall bar. We are happy to provide pairing recommendations. Follow Us our Instagram @youjijs · @washoku_renaissance Parking Lot at 32 Cambridge St, Charlestown, MA 02129 (Please check the zip—another Cambridge St exists.) If full: use Rutherford Ave → Hood Park Dr → Spice St $6 lot & street parking on Spice St

- Reservation
  August / Tue 6pm- Sushi Supper (夕暮れ鮨) - 13-Course Experience
  Sushi Supper reflects the original spirit of sushi culture — a concise evening experience where guests...
  Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 6
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  August / Tue 6pm- Sushi Supper (夕暮れ鮨) - 13-Course Experience - Deposit
  Sushi Supper reflects the original spirit of sushi culture — a concise evening experience where guests...
  Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
  $100 per person (deposit)
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  August/ Tue 7:45pm- Sushi Supper (夕暮れ鮨) - 13 or 16-Course Experience - Deposit
  A midweek sushi counter experience where seasonality, conversation, and the natural flow of the counte...
  Reservation for parties of 1 to 6
  $100 per person (deposit)
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  August / Thursday 7pm - Washoku (和食) Night / Cha-Kaiseki (茶懐石の夕べ) - Deposit
  $211.86 per guest
  ($180 base price + 10% Culinary Team Service Charge, plus 7% Boston Meal Tax)
  
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  Reservation for parties of 1 to 6
  Starting at $100 per person (deposit)
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  August / Friday 7pm - Chef's Sushi & Seasonal Washoku Experience 19 (鮨と和食の夕べ)
  Enjoy Youji’s Washoku Renaissance — a Chef’s Sushi & Seasonal Washoku Experience at the Chef’s Counter...
  Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 2
- Reservation
  August / Friday 7pm - Chef's Sushi & Seasonal Washoku Experience 19 (鮨と和食の夕べ) -
  Enjoy Youji’s Washoku Renaissance — a Chef’s Sushi & Seasonal Washoku Experience at the Chef’s Counter...
  Reservation for parties of 1 to 6
  $100 per person (deposit)
  Book now
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  August / Saturday 7pm - Chef's Signature Sushi & Kaiseki 20 (鮨と会席の夕べ)
  Enjoy Youji’s Washoku Renaissance — a signature Sushi & Kaiseki (鮨会席) hybrid experience at the Chef’s ...
  Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 2
- Reservation
  August / Saturday 7pm - Chef's Signature Sushi & Kaiseki 20 (鮨と会席の夕べ) -
  Enjoy Youji’s Washoku Renaissance — a signature Sushi & Kaiseki (鮨会席) hybrid experience at the Chef’s ...
  Reservation for parties of 1 to 6
  $100 per person (deposit)
  Book now