Ginza Nemuro Hanamaru: Complete Sushi Guide - Waiting Tips, Menu & Omakase Ordering (2026)

Ginza Nemuro Hanamaru is famous for having the longest wait times among Tokyo's conveyor belt sushi spots. While reservations are not possible, we've compiled essential tips for saving time with the ticket system, a complete analysis of the menu codes, and a strategic ordering guide to enjoy it like a high-end omakase. Here is the latest 2026 information.

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Today, I'm introducing Nemuro Hanamaru Ginza, often cited as the most popular conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Ginza. Thanks to fresh ingredients shipped directly from the Nemuro port in Hokkaido, it remains a favorite for both locals and tourists alike.

From smart waiting methods that save your precious travel time to ordering strategies that let you enjoy conveyor belt sushi like a luxury omakase—here is the realistic guide to utilizing Nemuro Hanamaru 200%.

🏮 Nemuro Hanamaru Ginza Operating Info (2026)

• Hours: 11:00 ~ 23:00 (Last Order 22:00)
• Closed: Irregular (Follows Ginza Novo building schedule)
• Reservations: Not possible (On-site ticket system only)
• Seats: 53 seats (Counter/Table)
• Payment: Cash, Credit Cards, IC Cards (Suica/Pasmo)

🚇 How to Get There (Important Building Name Change!)

The most important point! The familiar Tokyu Plaza has changed its name to Ginza Novo. Don't be confused when searching on Google Maps.

• Address: 10F Ginza Novo, 5-2-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• Subway: Direct access from Ginza Station (Ginza/Marunouchi/Hibiya Lines) Exits C2, C3 (1-min walk)
• JR: Yurakucho Station (Ginza Exit) 4-min walk
• Note: Elevators are available, making it easy for strollers and luggage.

📍 View on Google Maps

1️⃣ The Formula for Winning the Waiting Game

Reservations are not possible here. Only on-site waiting is available, but you can drastically reduce your wait time if you know a few rules.

① The 11:00 Elevator Rule

The restaurant opens at 11:00, but the elevators and escalators to the 10th floor also start operating exactly at 11:00. This means you cannot stand in front of the restaurant at 10:50. To be first, you must wait in line in front of the elevators on the 1st floor before 11:00.

② Convenient Ticket System (Check status via LINE!)

When full, use the machine in front of the restaurant to enter the number of people and get a ticket.

By scanning the QR code on your ticket and adding them on LINE, you can receive real-time notifications when your turn is approaching.

📌 Tip: Get your ticket and explore LOTTE Duty Free in the same building or the surrounding Ginza area until you get the notification!

➡️ Ginza LOTTE Duty Free Whisky Purchase Guide (Yamazaki, Hibiki, Discount Coupons)

③ The 15-Minute Rule (Caution)

Even if you aren't there when called, you can still enter if you arrive within 15 minutes. However, after 15 minutes, your reservation is canceled without exception, so keep a close eye on the time.

2️⃣ Fail-Proof Ordering & Full Menu List

🍣 How to Order

1. Write the code (letter + number) and quantity of the sushi you want on the order slip provided at your table.
2. Check the box for wasabi (Default is included. Mark ❌ if you want Sabi-nuki - no wasabi).
3. Hand it to the staff! (Ordered sushi is much fresher than those on the rail.)

🍣 Nemuro Hanamaru Full Menu & Codes

While there is a foreign language menu, the text is quite small, so we've organized it for you here.

⚫ Black Plate: 160 yen (176 yen incl. tax)

• AB3 玉子握り (Tamago Nigiri): Egg Sushi
• AB5 ハンバーグ握り (Hamburg Nigiri): Hamburger Patty Sushi
• AB9 なす田楽握り (Nasu Dengaku Nigiri): Miso-glazed Eggplant Sushi
• AE3 とびっこ (Tobikko): Flying Fish Roe Gunkan
• AE5 えびマヨ (Ebi Mayo): Shrimp with Mayonnaise
• AE9 いか納豆 (Ika Natto): Squid with Fermented Soybeans
• AK3 まぐろ納豆 (Maguro Natto): Tuna with Fermented Soybeans
• AK5 おくら納豆 (Okura Natto): Okra with Fermented Soybeans
• AK9 ツナサラダ (Tuna Salad): Tuna Mayo Gunkan
• AN3 海鮮샐러드 (Seafood Salad): Mixed Seafood Mayo Gunkan
• AN5 いかめんたい (Ika Mentai): Squid with Spicy Cod Roe
• AN9 真いか知内にら軍艦 (Ma-ika Shiriuchi Nira): Squid with Shiriuchi Leek Gunkan
• AP3 納豆巻 (Natto Maki): Fermented Soybean Roll
• AP5 玉子巻 (Tamago Maki): Egg Roll
• AP9 かっぱ巻 (Kappa Maki): Cucumber Roll
• AT3 しんこ巻 (Shinko Maki): Pickled Radish Roll
• AT5 梅じそ巻 (Ume-shiso Maki): Pickled Plum and Perilla Roll
• AT9 チーズ巻 (Cheese Maki): Cheese Roll
• BA3 つんつん巻 (Tsun-tsun Maki): Wasabi Leaf Roll
• BA5 かんぴょう巻 (Kanpyo Maki): Dried Gourd Roll
• BA9 いなり (Inari): Fried Tofu Skin Sushi
• BE3 玉子サンド (Tamago Sandwich): Egg Sandwich
• BE5 わんこそば (Wanko Soba): Mini Soba Noodles
• BE9 わんこうどん (Wanko Udon): Mini Udon Noodles
• BK3 北海道産いもだんご (Hokkaido Imo-dango): Hokkaido Potato Dumplings

🔴 Pink Plate: 280 yen (308 yen incl. tax)

• KN9 本鮪 赤身 (Hon-maguro Akami): Bluefin Tuna Lean (1 pc)
• BK5 バチまぐろ (Bachi-maguro): Bigeye Tuna
• BK9 塩〆びんちょう鮪 (Shio-jime Bincho Maguro): Salt-cured Albacore Tuna
• BN3 サー몬 (Salmon): Atlantic Salmon
• BN5 白醤油漬けサーモン (Shiro-shoyu-zuke Salmon): White Soy Sauce Marinated Salmon
• BN9 塩だれ炙리サーモン (Shirodare Aburi Salmon): Grilled Salmon with Salt Sauce
• BP3 いかげそ (Ika-geso): Squid Tentacles (Wasabi)
• BP5 いかげそ[甘다레] (Ika-geso Amadare): Squid Tentacles (Sweet Sauce)
• BP9 いか耳しょうが (Ika-mimi Shoga): Squid Fin with Ginger
• BT3 いか耳ゆず塩 (Ika-mimi Yuzu Shio): Squid Fin with Yuzu Salt
• BT5 天日塩〆赤いか (Tenpijio-jime Aka-ika): Sun-dried Salt Cured Red Squid
• BT9 北海たこ頭 (Hokkai Tako-atama): North Sea Octopus Head
• EA3 北海たこ頭[甘다레] (Hokkai Tako-atama Amadare): Octopus Head (Sweet Sauce)
• EA5 たこ足 (Tako-ashi): Octopus Leg
• EA9 銀がれい (Gin-garey): Silver Flounder
• EB3 甘えび (Ama-ebi): Sweet Shrimp
• EB9 味わいたらこ握り (Ajiwai Tarako Nigiri): Flavored Cod Roe Nigiri
• EK3 サーモン中落ち (Salmon Nakaochi): Salmon Rib Meat Gunkan
• EK5 月見サー몬 (Tsukimi Salmon): Moon-viewing Salmon (Egg Yolk + Salmon)
• EK9 ねぎとろ (Negitoro): Minced Tuna with Green Onion Gunkan
• EN3 かにサラダ (Kani Salad): Crab Salad Gunkan
• EN5 紅ずわいかにみそ (Beni-zuwaikani Miso): Red Snow Crab Innards Gunkan
• EP3 つんつん松前漬け軍艦 (Tsun-tsun Matsumaezuke): Wasabi Leaf & Seafood Marinade Gunkan
• EP5 鉄火巻 (Tekka Maki): Tuna Roll
• EP9 さばじそ巻 (Saba-shiso Maki): Mackerel and Perilla Roll
• ET3 山わさび鉄火巻 (Yama-wasabi Tekka Maki): Mountain Wasabi Tuna Roll
• ET5 山わさび納豆巻 (Yama-wasabi Natto Maki): Mountain Wasabi Natto Roll
• ET9 山わさびかっぱ巻 (Yama-wasabi Kappa Maki): Mountain Wasabi Cucumber Roll
• KA3 あなご巻 (Anago Maki): Sea Eel Roll
• KA5 大えび天巻 (O-ebi Ten-maki): King Shrimp Tempura Roll
• KA9 納豆天ぷら巻 (Natto Tenpura Maki): Fried Natto Roll
• KB3 なったま (Nattama): Natto + Egg
• KB5 浅漬け (Asazuke): Lightly Pickled Vegetables
• KB9 インカのめざめポテトフライ (Inca no Mezame Fries): Hokkaido Inca-no-Mezame Potato Fries

🟢 Green Plate: 380 yen (418 yen incl. tax)

• KE3 二階建て 生ほたて (Nikaidate Nama Hotate): 2-Layer Raw Scallop (1 pc)
• NP3 本鮪中とろ (Hon-maguro Chutoro): Bluefin Tuna Medium Fatty (1 pc)
• KE5 真いか (Ma-ika): Japanese Common Squid
• KE9 真いかゆず塩 (Ma-ika Yuzu Shio): Squid with Yuzu Salt
• KN3 真いか山わさび (Ma-ika Yama-wasabi): Squid with Mountain Wasabi
• KN5 いかポン (Ika-pon): Squid with Ponzu
• EB5 へべす〆しめ사바 (Hebesu-jime Shime-saba): Hebesu Citrus Cured Mackerel
• KP5 活〆真鯛 (Ike-jime Madai): Live-killed Sea Bream
• KP9 えんがわ (Engawa): Flounder Fin
• KT3 手押し湯上げ海老 (Teoshi Yuage Ebi): Hand-boiled Shrimp
• KT5 数の子 (Kazunoko): Herring Roe
• KT9 煮あなご (Ni-anago): Simmered Sea Eel
• NA3 炙りさば 焦し醤油 (Aburi Saba Kogashi Shoyu): Grilled Mackerel with Burnt Soy Sauce
• NA5 炙りえんがわ 焦し醤油 (Aburi Engawa Kogashi Shoyu): Grilled Flounder Fin with Burnt Soy Sauce
• NA9 炙りとろサーモン 焦し醤油 (Aburi Toro Salmon Kogashi Shoyu): Grilled Fatty Salmon with Burnt Soy Sauce
• EN9 鮭のめふん軍艦 (Sake-no-mefun Gunkan): Salmon Kidney Marinade Gunkan
• NB3 根室産真だらこ明太つつみ (Nemuro-san Madarako Mentai): Nemuro Cod Roe & Spicy Roe Wrap
• NB5 風蓮湖にしん 切り込みつつみ (Furenko Nishin Kirikomi): Furen Lake Herring Marinade Wrap
• NB9 茶碗蒸し (Chawanmushi): Steamed Egg Custard
• NE3 ざんぎ (Zangi): Hokkaido-style Fried Chicken
• NE5 イカざんぎ (Ika Zangi): Fried Squid (Zangi Style)

🟡 Gold Plate: 500 yen (550 yen incl. tax)

• NE9 本ずわいがに (Hon-zuwaikani): Red Snow Crab (1 pc)
• NK3 ぼたんえび (Botan Ebi): Botan Shrimp (1 pc)
• NK5 活つぶ貝 (Katsu Tsubugai): Live Whelk
• NK9 活ほっき貝 (Katsu Hokkigai): Live Surf Clam
• NP5 活〆しまあじ (Ike-jime Shima-aji): Live-killed Striped Jack
• NP9 紅鮭すじこ 醤油漬け (Beni-zake Sujiko Shoyu-zuke): Soy Marinated Sockeye Salmon Roe
• NT3 うなぎ (Unagi): Freshwater Eel
• NT5 炙りほっき 焦し醤油 (Aburi Hokki Kogashi Shoyu): Grilled Surf Clam with Burnt Soy Sauce
• NT9 いくら (Ikura): Salmon Roe Gunkan
• PA3 本鮪とろ鉄火巻 (Hon-maguro Toro Tekka Maki): Bluefin Tuna Fatty Roll
• PA5 本鮪とろたく巻 (Hon-maguro Toro-taku Maki): Bluefin Tuna Fatty & Radish Roll
• PA9 本鮪とろたくつつみ (Hon-maguro Toro-taku Tsutsumi): Bluefin Tuna Fatty & Radish Wrap
• PB3 手仕込み蟹グラタン (Teshi-komi Kani Gratin): Handmade Crab Gratin
• PB5 かにクリームコロッケ (Kani Cream Korokke): Crab Cream Croquette (1 pc)

🍺 Beverages

• PK3 生ビール (Nama Beer): Draft Beer (500cc) - 660 yen
• PK5 半生ビール (Han-nama Beer): Draft Beer (300cc) - 495 yen
• PK9 冷酒 北の勝 (Reishu Kita-no-katsu): Local Sake - 935 yen
• PN3 強炭酸 角ハイボール (Kyo-tansan Kaku Highball): Strong Soda Whisky Highball - 528 yen
• PN5 強炭酸 レ몬사워 (Kyo-tansan Lemon Sour): Strong Soda Lemon Sour - 528 yen
• PN9 ノンアルコールビール (Non-alcohol Beer): Alcohol-free Beer - 506 yen

3️⃣ Conveyor Belt Sushi Like Omakase! (Recommended 13 Course)

Many people mindlessly pick up plates passing by. True gourmets do not look at the rail. Try ordering in this specific flow (sequence) I've designed. It follows the traditional Edomae sushi progression (White Fish → Red Fish → Fatty Fish → Finish) for a perfect experience.

✅ Step 1. White Fish & Refreshing Start

1. Live-killed Sea Bream (Ike-jime Madai 活〆真鯛)

• Code: KP5 (380 yen)
• Wake up your palate with clean white fish. The ideal start.

2. Flounder Fin (Engawa えんがわ)

• Code: KP9 (380 yen)
• Fatty but light. A perfect bridge between white fish and richer items.

3. Squid with Yuzu Salt (Ma-ika Yuzu Shio 真いかゆず塩)

• Code: KE9 (380 yen)
• The refreshing scent of yuzu and the chewy texture of squid refresh your mouth.

✅ Step 2. The Main Stars (Hokkaido Specials)

4. 2-Layer Raw Scallop (Nikaidate Nama Hotate 二階建て生ほたて)

• Code: KE3 (380 yen)
• Signature item! Scallops are stacked in two layers for an overwhelming volume and sweetness.

5. Bluefin Tuna Lean (Hon-maguro Akami 本鮪赤身)

• Code: KN9 (280 yen)
• Essential before moving to fatty tuna. Taste the deep, concentrated flavor of the tuna.

6. Salmon (サーモン)

• Code: BN3 (280 yen)
• A consistent favorite. Nemuro Hanamaru's salmon is exceptionally fresh and clean.

✅ Step 3. Rich Umami & Fatty Items

7. Bluefin Tuna Medium Fatty (Hon-maguro Chutoro 本鮪中とろ)

• Code: NP3 (380 yen)
• The climax of the meal. It melts in your mouth with a perfect balance of fat and meat.

8. Negitoro Gunkan (ねぎとろ)

• Code: EK9 (280 yen)
• Minced tuna with the sharp contrast of green onions. Great for savoring fatty tuna umami.

9. Silver Flounder (Gin-garey 銀がれい)

• Code: EA9 (280 yen)
• Rich and oily white fish that provides a different kind of depth compared to tuna.

10. Sweet Shrimp (Ama-ebi 甘えび)

• Code: EB3 (280 yen)
• Natural sweetness that wraps around your tongue. A delicate treat between rich items.

✅ Step 4. The Grand Finale

11. Seared Flounder Fin Burnt Soy Sauce (Aburi Engawa Kogashi Shoyu 炙りえんがわ焦し醤油)

• Code: NA5 (380 yen)
• Highly Recommended. The fat is activated by the fire, and the smoky soy sauce scent is incredible.

12. Freshwater Eel (Unagi うなぎ)

• Code: NT3 (500 yen)
• The king of finishers. Sweet sauce and tender eel provide a heavy, satisfying end Note.

13. Egg Sushi (Tamago Nigiri 玉子)

• Code: AB3 (160 yen)
• Cleanse your palate with the gentle sweetness of egg to officially end the course.

Sushi Review Summary | Recommended Pairings

✔️ Why this course sequence?

Success at a conveyor belt sushi restaurant isn't just about picking the most expensive items. By following the [Light → Rich → Fatty → Seasoned] flow, you reduce palate fatigue and can enjoy each ingredient to its fullest.

💰 The Cost-Effective Receipt

So, how much did it cost to eat this satisfying 13-plate course?

👉 Total: 4,774 yen

Being able to enjoy an omakase-level selection for this price in the heart of Ginza is a true blessing.

🥂 Recommended Beverage Pairings

• BEST: Local Sake 'Kita-no-katsu' (PK9 / 935 yen)

  Not overly sweet, it pairs perfectly with all types of sushi.

• GOOD: Strong Soda Kaku Highball (PN3 / 528 yen)

  It cleanly washes your palate, especially when eating the rich, fatty tuna sections in the middle of the course.

Nemuro Hanamaru Ginza (Ginza Novo). Even if the wait is long, if you use the "Order Slip" technique and follow the Omakase course sequence I shared today, the wait will absolutely be worth it.

If you are near Tokyo Station, the KITTE Marunouchi branch has the same system, so consider visiting based on your itinerary!

➡️ Tokyo Station KITTE: Nemuro Hanamaru Waiting Times & Reservation Tips

I also recommend Manten Sushi, a high-value omakase experience for 8,800 yen that you can enjoy with a reservation. Located in Hibiya Okuroji, it's a perfect fit for a Ginza-area itinerary.

➡️ Tokyo Nihonbashi Manten Sushi | 8,800 Yen Omakase Price, Menu & Reservation Guide

Have a great trip to Tokyo and make some delicious memories! 🍣

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