With over 20 years of experience Tamasan has been a Chef in some of the finest restaurants in New York City, Key West, Aspen, CO, Portland, OR and Mexico City. Tamasan is excited to present his vision of high quality prepared sushi to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff will work hard to ensure you have a great experience with us.
Our restaurant is available for private events: weddings, special weekend lunches, dinners, and more. We would love to discuss how to be a part of your next event here at our place or prepare items to be served at a place of your choice. We refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why we source our fish from local businesses and make our best efforts from local produce.
Our restaurant is available for private events: weddings, special weekend lunches, dinners, and more. We would love to discuss how to be a part of your next event here at our place or prepare items to be served at a place of your choice. We refuse to compromise on quality in our restaurant. That's why we source our fish from local businesses and make our best efforts from local produce.
Reviews (25)
Michiyo Montague
Nov 03, 2021
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Absolutely the best authentic Japanese restaurant in Tacoma. Recently lived in Japan for a few years and it is the same...yup, that authentic!! Sushi Tama was my Japanese mom's favorite so that is good enough for me! The fish is ALWAYS fresh and the presentation is just like Japan; beautiful, even when it is takeout.
I live overseas now but every time I visit Tacoma I have a few meals there but always on the last day of my visit I have a meal at Sushi Tama in honor of my mom who passed away 21 years ago. If you want authentic Japanese food made right, eat at Sushi Tama and tell them you are there
I live overseas now but every time I visit Tacoma I have a few meals there but always on the last day of my visit I have a meal at Sushi Tama in honor of my mom who passed away 21 years ago. If you want authentic Japanese food made right, eat at Sushi Tama and tell them you are there
Ellen Moore
Sep 20, 2021
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Hannah Nicole
May 22, 2021
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Becky C.
May 16, 2021
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Honestly.... I am so disappointed! I have been wanting to try this spot for YEARS!!!!! I understand it is COVID, but there was absolutely NOTHING redeeming about the food we got tonight. Not only was it not fresh, it did not look appetizing at all. It looked like it had been thrown into the to go box and sitting there for awhile. My sushi was not good at all, incredibly small pieces, and just unappetizing. My sons teriyaki steak was chewy and consisted of mostly rice. I know sushi is expensive, but for over $50 I will be taking my business elsewhere. We usually go to Sushido, and will continue
Dustin Hartlyn
Apr 26, 2021
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Three stars for the food, one for really nice people.
The Caterpillar and Tempura roll were good, but the Northwest roll ($13) was not great. I also tried the Avocado Maki and it was lack luster. The cream cheese tasted off and generally lacked flavor.
This was my first time and I don't know if it was an off day, but I noticed the prices shown in the menu pictures from reviews of this place were outdated. They have a decent website that I recommend ordering from.
The Caterpillar and Tempura roll were good, but the Northwest roll ($13) was not great. I also tried the Avocado Maki and it was lack luster. The cream cheese tasted off and generally lacked flavor.
This was my first time and I don't know if it was an off day, but I noticed the prices shown in the menu pictures from reviews of this place were outdated. They have a decent website that I recommend ordering from.
Mary O. O.
Feb 15, 2021
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Jasmine N.
Jan 06, 2021
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Kenneth Hernandez
Sep 19, 2020
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Jonathan J.
Jul 06, 2020
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Maggie R.
May 03, 2020
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C. A.
Feb 15, 2020
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Cindy H.
Jan 18, 2020
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Came here on a Friday night and it wasn't super busy. Service started off great and fast. They brought out a small individual portion complimentary appetizer. It was some kind of cold noodle salad with a slightly tangy/vinegary taste. We ordered some chicken karage, shrimp/veggie tempura, salmon nigiri, spicy tuna roll, salmon roll, and dragon roll (cooked eel and shrimp). I was very disappointed with the food. What came out first was the chicken karage and the karage looked very sad. The pieces were very small and 1 of the pieces looked like it was only batter and they were overly seasoned
Ann K.
Oct 27, 2019
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Julie Dugan
Oct 15, 2019
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Nick T.
Aug 02, 2019
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The exterior of the building is a bit rough, but don't let that stop you from trying this place out. As soon as you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by a cheerful shout from behind the sushi bar, the first sign that you are in for something special. There are not many staff, so during peak times things can slow down a bit. Regardless, the service you will receive is spectacular. There is a comfortable atmosphere about the place; imagine a neighborhood cafe or bar vibe. As a single diner, the sushi bar is an excellent option.
The menu is varied, with dishes such as sushi, maki rolls
The menu is varied, with dishes such as sushi, maki rolls
Adelfa D.
Jul 16, 2019
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Christina Clark
Jun 19, 2019
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Vik C.
Jan 11, 2019
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Amanda Hoover
Aug 10, 2018
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My absolute favorite Japanese restaurant in Tacoma, and one of my top two in the South Puget Sound area. The sushi is always fresh and delicious. The non sushi menu items are great, too, but it's too hard to pass up the sushi.
It is small and clean inside, and not meant for large groups. I don't usually see it busy, but business seems to be steady.
It is small and clean inside, and not meant for large groups. I don't usually see it busy, but business seems to be steady.
Anita L.
Feb 15, 2018
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The place was cute and quaint, the restaurant was packed when we got there. Not surprisingly so, because it was Valentine's Day. We ordered 4 rolls, and the total cost was approximately 40 dollars. The sushi itself was fresh, but the rolls were small. It was not worth the wait, and the price. We got there at 530, and didn't get our food until 6 pm. There was not a lot of options to choose from, and most of them had cream cheese. We tried ordering fatty tuna, which the menu offered. But the waitress said, "no." We will not be coming here again.
Yogeshree T.
Jan 21, 2018
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I was here for sushi with my friends and it was my first time. My first impression was that it is a cozy little place, neatly setup and clean. Our server was this sweet girl with a big smile and gave us the menu right away. We ordered some hot sake in a large bottle which was delicious and did sushi platters and Yakisoba with seafood. They also served us with salad which was really good and some meso soup before bringing in our orders. The food was really good, I loved the Yakisoba which were not super sticky or oily like some places can make them.
When we were enjoying our dinner, we saw this
When we were enjoying our dinner, we saw this
Donna S.
Sep 22, 2017
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Risa L.
Jan 09, 2017
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We decided to give this place a try. It was 8:45 when we went in. No one was in there but they were very welcoming.
We had dinner combo and Shogayaki. It came with small dish of appetizer, salad and miso soup.
They were so delish and the volume was satisfying for me and my 6'4 tall boyfriend!!
This place is authentic Japanese. Nothing Chinese or Korean on the menu!
If you want real Japanese food, this place is the one!!
We had dinner combo and Shogayaki. It came with small dish of appetizer, salad and miso soup.
They were so delish and the volume was satisfying for me and my 6'4 tall boyfriend!!
This place is authentic Japanese. Nothing Chinese or Korean on the menu!
If you want real Japanese food, this place is the one!!
Amy M.
Dec 29, 2016
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Pleasant, well rounded Japanese sushi experience.
First and foremost, all raw protein was clean, fresh, odorless and tasted high grade/unfrozen. We enjoyed a variety of nigiri and sashimi. The sushi rice was seasoned and properly cooked, no need to over mask with soy sauce, gari or wasabi.
The menu offers a variety of samplers, appetizers, and straight up sushi.
Our dinner was served with Miso soup, hot and delicate, my three year old loved it.
Overall experience was beautiful. Nothing lavishly fancy, but far from a dive. If ever you are craving traditional Japanese, simple quality sushi or
First and foremost, all raw protein was clean, fresh, odorless and tasted high grade/unfrozen. We enjoyed a variety of nigiri and sashimi. The sushi rice was seasoned and properly cooked, no need to over mask with soy sauce, gari or wasabi.
The menu offers a variety of samplers, appetizers, and straight up sushi.
Our dinner was served with Miso soup, hot and delicate, my three year old loved it.
Overall experience was beautiful. Nothing lavishly fancy, but far from a dive. If ever you are craving traditional Japanese, simple quality sushi or
Karri V.
Oct 07, 2015
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