Culinary theater at the counter — every course crafted before your eyes
At Kiyoshi Omakase, the counter is the stage. Our chef performs every step of the omakase — selecting premium fish, slicing with precision, torching with care, and plating with artistry — all within arm's reach. This isn't just dinner. It's a live culinary performance that engages all your senses.
Every live performance at Kiyoshi follows a carefully choreographed progression — each act building on the last to create a complete sensory journey.
The performance begins with seasonal appetizers — delicate bites that set the tone and awaken the palate. Watch as the chef assembles each component with quiet precision, from sashimi arrangements to signature uni monaka.
The heart of the performance: watch the chef's knife work as premium fish is sliced with surgical precision. Each cut reveals the beauty of the ingredient — the marbling of otoro, the translucence of hirame, the glistening of fresh uni.
The most dramatic moment — live torching. The flame kisses wagyu and toro, creating a caramelized sear that fills the air with an intoxicating aroma. This is the moment cameras come out and the experience becomes unforgettable.
Every piece receives its final touch — a brush of nikiri, a pinch of sea salt, a drop of yuzu. The chef places each nigiri directly before you with intention, completing the journey from ocean to palate in one seamless motion.
The counter at Kiyoshi Omakase is more than a seat — it's the best seat in the house. Positioned just feet from the chef's cutting board, you'll see every detail: the grain of the fish, the precision of each slice, the exact moment the torch meets the surface.
Our intimate counter seating ensures every guest has an unobstructed view of the entire performance, making it the most immersive dining experience in the Overland Park and Kansas City area.
Watch the chef break down whole fish with masterful precision — each cut revealing years of dedicated training and expertise.
The dramatic sear of wagyu and toro happens right before your eyes, creating an aroma and spectacle that transforms the meal.
Ask questions, learn about each fish, and hear the story behind every ingredient. Our chef shares knowledge as the meal unfolds.
Sight, sound, smell, taste — every sense is engaged as each course is prepared and served directly from the chef's hands.
Behind every great piece of nigiri is great rice. Our chef prepares shari — seasoned sushi rice — with meticulous care: the exact temperature, the precise vinegar balance, the perfect texture that complements each fish.
During the live performance, watch as the chef forms each ball of rice with practiced hands — a technique that takes years to perfect. The rice should be body temperature, loosely packed, and dissolve the moment it meets your palate.
Kiyoshi Omakase is proud to bring the authentic Japanese itamae counter experience to Overland Park, Kansas. Our live sushi performance is the first and only of its kind in the greater Kansas City metro area — offering residents of Overland Park, Leawood, Lenexa, Olathe, Prairie Village, and Shawnee a world-class omakase experience without traveling to New York or Los Angeles.
A live sushi performance is an interactive dining experience where the sushi chef prepares each course directly in front of guests at the counter. At Kiyoshi Omakase in Overland Park, you'll watch every step — from fish selection to slicing, torching, seasoning, and plating — making it both a meal and a performance.
The full omakase performance typically lasts 90 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the number of courses and the pace of the evening. We encourage guests to relax and enjoy the experience without rushing.
Absolutely. Our chef welcomes guests of all experience levels. The live performance is an excellent way to learn about sushi — the chef explains each fish, the preparation technique, and how to best enjoy each piece. Many guests discover new favorites during their first omakase.
Yes! We encourage you to capture the experience. The live torching, knife work, and beautifully plated courses make for incredible photos. We simply ask that you avoid using flash photography.
