The story
Sushimama sits at Wolfova ulica 12 in Ljubljana, a Japanese restaurant that Gault&Millau scored 14.5 in 2026. The kitchen works in traditional Japanese cuisine, and the restaurant describes its cooking as traditional with a modern touch.
Itamae Hiroki Ishikawa leads the kitchen. The restaurant names perfection, purity and discipline as the principles behind his work. He has been with Sushimama for more than 15 years, and the restaurant says guests can expect precise cuts from his hands.
Gault&Millau's reviewer started with tempura prawns, which arrived firm and fresh. For mains, the table chose teriyaki chicken and the shou platter, a mix of nigiri and rolls with salmon, tuna, sea bass and prawn. The mango pudding was light, while the Fuji Yama, made with hazelnut sponge and coffee caramel, had a deeper richness.
The interior is minimalist, and seats face the open kitchen. In summer, service extends to a street-side terrace. Staff help guests with both food and wine choices. The Michelin Guide lists Sushimama as Recommended for 2026.
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