As a Japanese, I think this restaurant serves almost real Japanese food. I feel like I'm back in Japan when I eat there. If you want to try the authentic Japanese food, this is the place to go.

As a Japanese, I think this restaurant serves almost real Japanese food. I feel like I'm back in Japan when I eat there. If you want to try the authentic Japanese food, this is the place to go.
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There was a spider in the light above my table so I didn't actually eat anything. I was grossed out. I will not be back. Cons: Not very clean.

There was a spider in the light above my table so I didn't actually eat anything. I was grossed out. I will not be back. Cons: Not very clean.
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Ichiban offers an array of fresh sushi with plent of sake to go aound. Most couples can split a combination dinner, which halves the ticket, and still eat plenty of food. I enjoy the soup, the... More

Ichiban offers an array of fresh sushi with plent of sake to go aound. Most couples can split a combination dinner, which halves the ticket, and still eat plenty of food. I enjoy the soup, the wife enjoys the salad. We then share the bento box with two different entrees. The tempura is spectactular by the way. And of course we split the order of crunchy shrimp and combination nigiri. What value! Aside from the food, expect to walk since the restaurant is downtown. I also suggest asking to sit upstairs for better ambience, but I have noticed the quality of service deteriorates with this move. Bottom line: no sushi fan should miss this place if in Nashville. Pros: delicious Cons: parking, upstairs dining service
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I work downtown and have eaten Itchiban a fair amount. Today there was a critter in my soup. I don't like my sushi with critters. Call me high maintenance... (apparently some words are banned... More

I work downtown and have eaten Itchiban a fair amount. Today there was a critter in my soup. I don't like my sushi with critters. Call me high maintenance... (apparently some words are banned from this website, hence use of "critter") Pros: close to my office Cons: critters in food
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Okay so on my first week of exploring the city of Nashville, I stumbled upon Ichiban. Figured place with half of a beers name can't be bad in Nashville. For the first time in my sushi experience,... More

Okay so on my first week of exploring the city of Nashville, I stumbled upon Ichiban. Figured place with half of a beers name can't be bad in Nashville. For the first time in my sushi experience, corn was served in my ginger salad. It was shockingly a nice contribution. My sushi came withen a short period of time, which was nice to see considering it was lunch time. My order was a spicy tuna and spicy yellowtail. The rolls are small which is how I prefer, too much rice is a no no. For those of you who like spicy rolls, this place just squirts the sauce on top. The spicy tuna was good as for the yellow tail. I've had better. Price: Could be lowered Quality: Average Service: The girls are great Location: Perfect for foot traffic, your own your on if driving. Enviorment: They have private rooms. Low seats Over All: I think Ichiban is a nice casual place for ppl who are still new to sushi. Pros: Soup and Salad come with meal Cons: Sushi is a lil expensive for the value
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I have lived all over the country and my boyfriend has lived in Japan and this is hands down the freshest sushi in Nashville. We have tried various other places including Virago and P.M. and while... More

I have lived all over the country and my boyfriend has lived in Japan and this is hands down the freshest sushi in Nashville. We have tried various other places including Virago and P.M. and while the other 2 offer more innovative rolls, it is more about the fluff and less about the fish. Ichiban also has an authentic Japanese cuisine and the waitstaff are very nice and helpful. Pros: QUALITY, service Cons: parking downtown
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Great sushi place right downtown. The prices are a little high compared to some other places but is worth it. I recommend the sushi pizza. The ramen noodle soup is also very good especially on a... More

Great sushi place right downtown. The prices are a little high compared to some other places but is worth it. I recommend the sushi pizza. The ramen noodle soup is also very good especially on a cold day. The lunch crowd is pretty busy so you should get there early.
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The fish is always fresh; never cold or still frozen. Fish comes in every Thursday. The sushi chefs are friendly and always make good recommendations. The wait staff are also friendly. I love... More

The fish is always fresh; never cold or still frozen. Fish comes in every Thursday. The sushi chefs are friendly and always make good recommendations. The wait staff are also friendly. I love sashimi, and I always get the sashimi deluxe and a large hot sake. I haven't had the toro, because it is difficult to get good toro. Get the amaebi (sweet shrimp); it is the only place I know of that also serves deep fried shrimp heads; delicious!! It is a good place to relax and hang out with friends. I heard about the multi-course dinners from friends, but never had the chance to order it; it's a lot of food, but very homemade japanese food. I will try that next! Pros: fresh fish
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This place had been around for years and years, with good reason. The sushi is good, but the real reason to go is the menu has loads of other entrees and appetizers that you usually don't find in... More

This place had been around for years and years, with good reason. The sushi is good, but the real reason to go is the menu has loads of other entrees and appetizers that you usually don't find in many Japanese restaurants, like interesting appetizers and chazuke. Love this place!
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I absolutely love this place and try to go there every chance I get! Great Japanese food, great people, and a great atmosphere! My husband and I actually had our first day here. I highly... More

I absolutely love this place and try to go there every chance I get! Great Japanese food, great people, and a great atmosphere! My husband and I actually had our first day here. I highly recommend. Pros: Great Food at a great price Cons: Can be busy on weekend nights.
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