About Us
A new chapter, the same warm welcome.
TokYou Sushi · Skibbereen · 2026
Meet the owner
A new chapter
at TokYou Sushi
I’m Nikolai, the owner of TokYou Sushi. Welcome to our small, cosy restaurant in Skibbereen — a place where I want every guest to relax, enjoy great Japanese food and feel genuinely welcome.
TokYou Sushi was founded by Peter after he trained in Tokyo. I had the chance to work alongside him, learn the restaurant and see how much care he put into the food and into listening to customers.
Before taking on TokYou Sushi, I worked as a chef in Ukraine for 19 years, preparing a wide range of dishes. Over the years I also learned from chefs experienced in Japanese cuisine and continued developing my knowledge of Japanese cooking techniques and traditions.
The story continues
From Peter
to Nikolai
Peter built TokYou Sushi by listening to customers, keeping high standards and creating food that earned a loyal following in Skibbereen.
For me, becoming the new owner means continuing what already works rather than replacing it. The favourites people know are staying, while I gradually bring my own experience, ideas and flavours into the kitchen.
My ambition is to make TokYou Sushi one of the best places for Japanese food in County Cork — somewhere people can enjoy great food, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere.
years as a chef
Cooking is always
about learning
Nineteen years in professional kitchens taught me that good cooking comes from consistency, attention to detail and a willingness to keep improving.
Experience & craft
Japanese cuisine gives me new techniques and traditions to keep exploring. That learning now becomes part of the next chapter of TokYou Sushi.
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A reputation we’re proud of
TokYou Sushi was recognised by Restaurant Guru as Best in the city in the Restaurant category for 2025, while more than 120 customers have shared their experience with us on Google. We’re proud of the reputation TokYou Sushi has built — and our goal is to protect it, keep improving every day and remain one of the top places to eat in Skibbereen and West Cork.
A note from Nikolai
“I want TokYou Sushi to be a place where people can relax, enjoy great food and always feel welcome. We’re always happy to see you.”
Nikolai · Owner of TokYou Sushi
Looking ahead
New ideas.
Same warm welcome.
The next chapter of TokYou Sushi will grow gradually. We’ll keep the dishes our customers already enjoy while continuing to develop the menu with new flavours, techniques and ideas.
The goal is not change for the sake of change. It is to keep learning, keep improving and make every visit worth coming back for.
Visit us
In the heart
of Skibbereen
You’ll find TokYou Sushi at 55 Townshend Street, right in the heart of Skibbereen. We’re a small, cosy restaurant welcoming both local customers and visitors to West Cork.
55 Townshend Street · Skibbereen · Co. Cork · P81 EH61
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