One of the most interesting documentaries I've ever watched. Jiro's dedication to his art (it's beyond a craft) and how he achieves it is amazing, but his relationship with his two sons puts the wasabi in the shoyu.

Such a beautiful and inspiring movie - I was mesmerized from start to finish!

This is a truly inspirational movie. I must see for those fascinated see pure perfection!

great movie i love suishi and its interesting learning about the food and the meaning of the restuarant and characters in this film great film i recommend it.

Insanely interesting documentary

Jiro isn't this amazing hero from my point of view but he is easy to respect. A great case study of what it can take to be the very best in your field. Lovers of Japan and sushi will enjoy this.

You just have to be there to understand. This is the sentence that this documentary inwardly tries to screw into your brain. It's just not convincing. Jiro and his craft are just a popular image of high-class Nippon art that no sweaty gaijin can ever dream of understanding. To understand why this particular Saba course costs $400, you'd have to meditate on a sea bed surrounded by mackerel for a decade. There is no elaboration. All the experts just say the same thing. You have to taste it, and Michelin just can't be wrong. The runtime's much longer than it really should be, as Jiro comes to a conclusion about how his craft is going to pass on after his death, yet the movie still meanders for 30 minutes. Regardless of how beautiful most shots are, it really feels like it's compensating for the lack of an actual narrative.

The whole thing is not about Jiro, nor sushi. It's about the art of WORKING. An outstanding view on Shokunin's philosophy, and an ode to Oriental culture. Beautiful, minimalist and essential... that sums up a 85 minute-trip not only to Ono's famous Michelin shining restaurant, but also to the soul of the viewers' hearts. PS: I hate sushi.

Absolutely amazing movie. Jiro's complete investment in his work is a trait everyone can take to their own work. The whole concept of understanding every level of your work and taking pride and care in every step of the way is something I strive for in my own industry, so I value his level of commitment and craftsmanship. A truly captivating journey to undertake. I highly recommend this movie!

Great movie about Jiro and his sushi restaurant that has a Michelin 3 star rating.

Japan society in a restaurant.

I’m sure that Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a truly astounding film to watch for those who are big fans of sushi. I’ll admit right up front that the food is shot beautifully, and it’s hard not to wonder how it would taste. But since I’ve never been all that enamored with sushi, and paying that kind of money for food is also hard to stomach, I was not connected all that much to Jiro Dreams of Sushi. The film is certainly a comprehensive look at how this restaurant operates, including a full look at who they purchase their products from, and a look into the possible future of the business. I’d be lying if I didn’t say that the movie became a bit dull to me after a while. I appreciate the amount of meticulous work that goes into making world-renowned food, but at a certain point it didn’t feel like there was much story to be told here. The most compelling part of the film was the looming question of what would happen to the restaurant when Jiro was gone, but since there was no time jump in the film, the question remained unanswered. (It’s also worth noting that watching this movie about a small close-quarters dining establishment in the time of COVID-19 might have been a mistake, because I couldn’t stop thinking about it.) I can see why Jiro Dreams of Sushi is beloved by some, but I’m clearly not the target audience, even if I can fully admit it was well-made.

A perfectionist in a boring profession. Focusing his entire life on producing sushi and forcing pressure on his sons to do exactly the same. Strikes me as a waste of a life and watching this film was a waste of 80 minutes of my life. Jiro needs to dream bigger.

No diversity at all in this docu. No trans women of colour, etc. Only white Japanese males handling endangered smelly fish. 3.5 stars.

Excelente documental que retrata el esfuerzo y empuje de una persona sin recursos y con un minimo de educacion, que con su dedicacion y profesionalismo se transforma en el mejor maestro de sushi, y su simple y tradicional restaurant sea reconocido como el mejor del mundo.

jiro is meticulous, jiro is dedicated and jiro surely made me dream of sushi. minimalistic, well shot and well produced!!

Beautiful, delicious and deeply moving. I did not know who Jiro Ono was before watching this film but I have promised myself to never forget his name and his teachings. His Life is a message we all need to learn from. He constantly strived to better himself even after the world told him he was #1 year after year. I cannot stop recommending this film to my friends and family!

A symphonic celebration of both the master and his craft that can be rewatched endlessly. (5/5)

Jiro Dreams of Sushi is a documentary that everyone should see. Not only because of the way he talks about and shows us his passionate work ethic, but for the beauty that this film brings forth. The cinematography, along with the soundtrack, brings out emotions that I never knew I can have. Especially joyous emotions towards a food that I admittedly, hate. We should all strive to have a life of passion like Jiro.

An amazing documentary that covers one of the top-rated sushi restaurants in the world. The story presented was amazing. The documentary covers the story of Jiro Ono. But the story is much more than that. The story covers what Ono has done and sacrificed to become what he is today. It is truly a story of sacrifice in pursuit of mastery. As Ono ages, one feels a bit pained knowing we will lose one of the best sushi chefs the world has ever known. But what a wonderful life Mr. Ono has lived. The quotes told near the end as Ono's sons hit home for me. The lamentation that they will never be greater than their father made me feel their pain. This one comment stuck with me throughout the rest of the documentary. 5/5. I hope to try your sushi someday, Mr. Ono.