If you’re into documentaries like I am, chances are that at some point someone has recommended that you watch Jiro Dreams of Sushi, which has been available to stream on Netflix for a while now. That’s what happened to me. I kept hearing about it and hearing about it but for some reason I didn’t decide to watch it until last week. Turns out, everyone was right!
Jiro Dreams of Sushi is about a man named Jiro Ono who has dedicated his entire life to making the best possible sushi. His restaurant, Sukiyabashi Jiro, is located in Tokyo and has earned three Michelin stars; an incredible honor. It’s a quaint restaurant, but people book reservations months in advance and travel from all over the world to eat there. A meal at Jiro’s restaurant is $300 per person!
Even though he has made one of the greatest accomplishments that a chef can hope to make (three Michelin stars), Jiro never stops trying to become better at his craft, even at what we might think of as retirement age.
Jiro working at his restaurant alongside his son.
Not only will watching Jiro Dreams of Sushi make you very, very hungry, it might also inspire you to do whatever it takes to reach your own dreams. I highly recommend it!
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Carrie says
Yum! I will have to check this out! I love Sushi!
Leslie Rossi | alifewellconsumed says
this was a good film. so interesting
Kelly Hutchinson says
I am really into documentaries and Netflix is a favorite place to watch them. I have not see this one. I need to check it out.
Dina Demarest says
This looks really interesting. My husband and I do love a good documentary!
Stephanie of The TipToe Fairy says
I love a good documentary. I’m going to have to show this to my husband for us to watch.
Our Ordinary Life says
I love sushi, and I love a good documentary. Thanks for the recommendation, I’m always looking for new shows to watch.
Cassandra Mayers says
Im not a Sushi fan. Tho it always looks great I don’t like fish so raw fish isnt my thing.
Raijean S says
Yes, I live for sushi. I’ll have check this out. I’ll have some free time to get caught up this weekend.
Rebecca Smith says
I will have to check this out on Netflix. I love sushi!
WhatLauraLoves says
Ooh I’m always looking to try new Netflix shows so I will give this a watch xxx
Zoë IKIWN says
Another one for My List on Netflix. I can’t get enough of these food documentaries and Jiro seems like such an interesting man, three Michelin stars – wow! x
tauyanm says
i love documentaries! this sounds very interesting! will try to see it soon!
Amanda McMahon says
I haven’t seen this,b ut I do love documentaries… and sushi too!
Lisa Rios says
I have not been to food related documentary before, but this sounds like an interesting stuff to watch out. We have Netflix at home & I always love watching something that inspires you.
Rosey says
I have not heard of him. I think it’s wonderful that he’s still mastering his craft even though he’s very successful.
Kita says
I’ve never heard of this movie but definitely sounds inspiring. I’ll check it out on netflix. Love sushi so I am definitely in.
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
I have not seen this documentary. My kids used to love to watch the sushi chef at Bristol Farms. I would have to drag them away from watching him make his amazing creations. They will love this.
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
Bites for Foodies says
I love any documentary about food so I’ll definitely be adding this one to my list of documentaries to watch!
Beeb Ashcroft says
I love movies that inspire others to work to achieve the dreams and goals. Each of us should have something we are striving for.
Nicole says
I think I passed by this while scrolling through Netflix, I def need to check it out. If the charge is $300 per person he’s got to be doing something amazing!
Lisa Favre says
This is a documentary that’s definitely worth re-watching (in my case). I absolutely adored it the first time around.
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Eloise says
wow, 300 per person, that’s too rich for my blood! lol… I’m not a sushi person, but I would try his just to taste the best. I will have to watch this on Netflix, I’m all for watching inspiring shows!
jenna farmer says
I love sushi so I need to check this out!
Colette says
I’ve never eaten sushi so it wouldn’t occur to me to watch this but I love the idea of a little inspiration to strive for your dreams.
Lezley says
This sounds awesome, I want to check this out!
Christie says
Dude, I dream of sushi too! I love documentaries, and will have to look for this one
Seattle Travel Blogger says
We love sushi and it sounds like Jiro is a master at it.
But $300 a plate is more than we can afford.
Jocelyn Brown says
This brings back memories of watching my two daughters attempting sushi for the first time. It’s not as easy as it looks. Kudos for encouraging others to pursue their dreams!
Melanie Edjourian says
OMG I looooooove sushi, this sounds like a brilliant show.
Eileen says
I haven’t heard of this one but would love to see it. We love sushi, in fact, we have a place in town that has sushi Wednesday. I must tell the owner to also see this one
Julie Syl Kalungi says
I’ve never heard of this show. I love sushi! Jiro is an inspiration. I want to watch this.
shannon ritchie says
This looks like a great show to watch and I have always loved sushi! Great post!
Chantal says
I love Sushi and watching docs so I need to watch this asap! This sounds like an awesome film but I’ll need to go for sushi right after!
Life as Mum says
I never tried Sushi up until last year! I quite liked it. So nice seeing hard working people out there.
Alissa Apel says
I love Sushi! One of the first times I had it many moons ago I thought the green stuff on the side was guacamole. I ate it all in one bite. Oh that was hot! My husband – then boyfriend was laughing at me. I made him eat it in one bite as well. Ha! Take that!
Erin says
Okay, I have to check this out now. I love sushi. So this is a no brainer show for me to watch lol!
Jessica says
This keeps showing up in my Netflix queue. I’m definitely going to have to go buy some sushi and watch this!
Fashion and Style Police says
I will check this out on Netflix. Thanks for sharing.
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
I have not seen this one, but it looks interesting! I’m not a fan of eating sushi, but it definitely takes a lot of creativity to design it!
Toni | BoulderLocavore.com says
We love Netflix! My son in particular really loves sushi and I’m sure would enjoy this movie. Making sushi seems like such an art.
Roy Miller says
The interesting thing about this man is that he is always perfecting his craft. He continually strives for perfection. I believe that this is one of the most important aspects of the Japanese culture. My son has been to Japan on business, and he says the he is amazed at the work ethic of the Japanese.
Tori Gabriel says
I didn’t even try sushi until well into my thirties and when I did I told my Mum “yuck! It tastes like raw fish!” She laughed. I have since grown to love sushi. This sounds like an amazing restaurant!
Hannah says
Everyone seems to love Sushi, I will have to check this documentary out as they are one of my favourite things to watch on Netflix.
Nicole Escat says
I wish Netflix available in my area, this is cool and I’m sure my husband would love this.
lisa prince says
oh ive not seen this one will have to check it out
Joanna says
I haven’t seen this documentary yet but I love “food” movies. I’ll search for it on Netflix. I used to love watching Hell’s Kitchen and get hungry at every single episode, haha.
Crystal says
Man, this sounds right up our alley. My husband loves sushi, and I’m all about food! Can’t wait to see this one.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
Sushi is quite popular in my area. No doubt sushi lovers will enjoy the documentary about their favorite food and this chef.
Carol Bryant says
I never heard of this. i like watching new things and have Netflix so will check it out.
Autumn @mamachallenge.com says
To be able to make good sushi is only for the few and far between. Passion is the biggest part of really making a business and even more so your dreams come true!
laura londergan says
I have not even heard of this show. But it looks like it’d be interesting
Angela Tolsma says
oh gosh! I would love love to watch this but it would be terrible. The city I love has terrible sushi restaurants and this would make me crave sushi!! I love seeing people becoming artists and honing their crafts
Janeane Davis says
There is something wonderful about someone wanting to do the best they can at a thing and then achieving the greatness they desire. I will look for this on Netflix.
Christine - The Choosy Mommy says
Totally sharing this with my hubby. He is the one who introduced me to sushi and now I love it! I am sure he will also take me out for a nice dinner after watching this since it will probably make him crave it 😛
Lisa Bristol says
I just watched this. It was so interesting. Netflix always has a great selection to choose from.
gingermommyrants says
This looks like a great Netflix pick. I will have to check it out next week. I love Sushi.
Theresa says
I have Netflix, but I haven’t seen this one yet. Sounds very inspiring!
Dawn Nieves says
I haven’t seen this but it sounds like a great story! I need to check it out!
Ashley - Embracing Homemaking says
How cool is that!! That is very inspiring and I am now hungry. 🙂
Brittany says
oh my goodness! this would be a great place to visit. I would love to travel too Tokyo
Kathy says
I have never seen this before. In fact, I’ve never even heard of this til now. I love shows about food though. They’re some of my favorites, so I bet I’d love this show too.
Elizabeth O. says
Jiro has been featured by many travel shows, especially the ones that focus on food. Like Anthony Bourdain’s shows and the like. I really like his dedication for his chosen path. And well, honestly, who wouldn’t love watching sushi right? The only drawback would be craving for sushi after each episode, which isn’t really a bad thing.
Ora Lee Gurr says
I haven’t watched Jiro Dreams of Sushi, but I am very impressed with his 3 Michelin stars that he has earned. There are so many things to watch on Netflix!
Cindy Ingalls says
I’ve heard great things about this movie, but have yet to watch it. One of my favorite documentaries on Netflix is also about food. It is a series with topics like Water and Bread. Very interesting.
tp keane says
This sounds like an amazing documentary. And at $300 a plate, it has to be some good sushi.
Ann Bacciaglia says
I have been looking for something new to watch. I will have to look up Jiro Dreams of Sushi on Netflix this weekend.
Winona Rogers says
My husband visits Japan several times a year and we love sushi! I am going to have to check this out on Netflix!
Marcie W. says
I can never get enough sushi and would love to have an authentic experience in Japan. At least I can splurge on this documentary until I make those dreams a reality.
Helen at Casa Costello says
How have I missed this programme? Sounds perfect for a food lover like me. Thanks for the recommendation.
Neely (@Neelykins) says
My husband is a sushi fanatic! I will have to tell him about this. He would love it!
Jamie says
Wow, that sounds like an awesome story! My daughter is hooked on sushi…I will have to tell her to watch it for sure!
Meagan says
I LOVE watching documentaries! I am always looking for new ones. Going to have to check this one out.
Katherine G says
I love a good documentary. I’m going to have to check this out when I get a chance. I love Netflix.
Sarah Bailey says
There is something great about a documentary isn’t there – I’ve come across some great ones on Netflix as well. x
Charli Bruce says
I have never even heard of this but I do love a good Netflix binge so I might have to check this out x
Jeanine says
I have never seen or even heard of this. I’ll have to check Netflix Canada and see if they have it on there! Sounds interesting!
Melissa Lawler says
Adding this to my watch list. The Tig Notaro doc was amazing!
Annie says
I have not seen this yet, I will have to check into it. I am not sure what I will watch next on Netflix, there are always so many shows to choose from!
Akhil Sharma says
I think this movie is a bit similar to Bradley cooper’s Burnt 2015, because this one is also focusing on Michelin stars, chef’s reputation, and his improvement. Yes, I know both are completely different stories and we should not compare them; however, the genre is a bit similar. Frankly speaking, I liked Burnt very much as that was a unique story, and I would love to watch this one also, because this one is a well crafted documentary. I was looking for “chef related” dramas and story, so thank you for sharing this 🙂
Ana De- Jesus says
I have never seen it but I think that it is wonderful that he continues to pursue his craft and got three Michelin stars that is incredible!
Roy Miller says
I am not a sushi person. it might be interesting, but probably not for me.
Pam says
I haven’t seen this documentary. I have always enjoyed watching documentaries. I used to watch them with my kids a lot.
Argell Sednaoui says
That seems an interesting show to watch. I love eating sushi although I ea it once or twice a month. Thanks for sharing this show.
Bella B (xoxoBella) says
I eat sushi at least once a week. My favourite! Sushi chefs are so talented. I love watching them make it.
Helen Clark says
I haven’t seen this (and I’m quite ashamed to say I hadn’t heard of it either) it sounds like he’s a really inspirational man though so I’ll add it to my Netflix list now.
Audrey says
I have not heard of this documentary before! I love to watch inspirational documentaries they can be a huge motivator to get things done
Mariana says
I really enjoy watching documentaries, and this one sounds super interesting! Thanks for recommending it!
Amy Desrosiers says
I have never had sushi before. I would love to try a California roll first!
dawn says
oh my i love sushi. i havent went really deep with it, but what i have tried i really love.
wendy says
I have never seen this show but it looks interesting! My family loves sushi, so I do believe this will be a hit! Thank you for the post!
Jeanette says
What an absolutely awesome accomplishment this guy has done. That just goes to show if you have a dream are you need is the way to do it so that you can live out your fantasy. I’ll have to check out the movie.
Cathy says
Wow. I haven’t heard of this show, but it sounds like a great one. Seriously?!? 3 Michelin stars is crazy awesome. I might have to check it out!
Sarah Bailey says
Ohh this sounds like an interesting watch – I am totally going to have to check it out. x
Dawn Lopez says
I really enjoy seeing success stories of people who have a goal and don’t let anyone stop them. I love that Jiro’s accomplishments never stop him from trying to be better either. This sounds like a really inspirational documentary.
Angela Milnes says
Oh this would make me hungry too. I used to have sushi a lot when at uni. It was so good!
Lisa Joy Thompson says
I love watching documentaries, but I’ve never heard of this one! I’ll have to check it out!!! I love movies about going after your dreams!
Jenna Wood says
Literally yesterday I was searching something new on Netflix! Thanks for the suggestion!
Rachel says
One of the best things about Netflix is finding the documentaries x
Paula Schuck says
Netflix has some of the best documentaries around. I haven’t seen this one yet, but I finally watched Making a Murderer. It was extremely interesting.
Mitch says
Getting sushi that is different than the usual rolls and pieces can be very expensive, and very rewarding! We did it once in NYC years ago and were told some of the sushi was flown in from the west coast daily. I would love to watch the process in this movie!
Rhian Westbury says
Wow that is an expensive sushi meal so it must be good! I’ve never actually heard of this show but I don’t tend to watch a lot of documentaries x
MELISASource says
Thanks for the heads up on this one. I actually have never heard of this documentary. However, documentaries are one of my favorite things to watch. I’ll have to look in to this one.
Candy says
Haven’t heard of this will check it out
Alli Smith says
I haven’t seen it, but I love sushi so I’m looking forward to watching it. He must be an awesome chef for the price of a meal to be $300.00 per person and all those Michelin stars. I’m now wishing I had sushi for lunch.
Jenny says
Sounds like a great documentary. I’ll have to take a look at it.
Catherine S says
This sounds like a great documentary. I will have to make sure I check it out on Netflix.
Cori says
I’ve made a note to look this one up. Hopefully I’ll get to watch it this weekend. We have an all you can eat sushi and hibachi place that we go to. It’s about 90 minutes away, which is a good thing because I’d be very fat. (Yes, I would be the person to get fat from eating sushi!)
Nancy at Whispered Inspirations says
No, I haven’t heard of this but, I adore documentaries–putting this on my list! Thanks so much!
Sophie O'Reilly says
I do love relaxing on the sofa while watching a good documentary. I haven’t seen this particular one yet, will have to check it out.
Shauna Torres says
No, I have not seen this show, nor have I heard of it, but I am totally going to go look for it on Netflix. Ha! I love sushi and shows just like this. Thanks so much for the heads up
Sam Jeffery says
It looks like a great show! I love Sushi but it’s got to be extra fresh!
Heather Johnson says
I have not heard of Jiro Dreams of Sushi. I will have to check this documentary out on Netflix.
Carol Cassara says
I have this on my list and am now DYING to see it! Docus are my favorite movie. I hope I have time before I go on vacay but if not, after for sure.
Elizabeth says
How have I not heard of this either! Definitely going to have to watch it – thanks for the recommendation!
Shirley Wood says
I have heard of this documentary. I remember watching it. We should all strive so hard. I always enjoy a good documentary, it’s nice to know that others share that passion with me.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
Crime dramas are always my go-to, but I love a good documentary, too! This one sounds awesome.
Robin Rue (@massholemommy) says
How in the world have I NOT heard of this??? OMG I love documentaries like this and am totally watching it this weekend!!!