Our Story, Our Craft, Our Team
From a 12-seat bar in South Edmonton to the city's most trusted sushi delivery brand — discover the people and philosophy behind every perfect roll.
Seven Years of Japanese Craft in Edmonton
Unlockspace was born in 2017 when Head Chef Kenji Mori returned to Edmonton after a decade perfecting the art of Edomae sushi in Osaka. Armed with traditional technique and a vision for accessible Japanese cuisine, he opened our original 12-seat bar on 109 St NW.
By 2019, demand for our fresh roll delivery service outgrew our kitchen. We expanded to a 3,200 sq ft commissary and launched same-day delivery across Edmonton. Today, we serve over 8,500 loyal customers and cater corporate and private events of up to 400 guests.
Our Journey of Growth
Grand Opening
Unlockspace opens its doors at 6104 109 St NW with a 12-seat dine-in bar and a menu of 20 signature rolls crafted by Chef Kenji Mori.
Delivery Launch
In response to growing demand, we launch Edmonton's first dedicated sushi delivery service — hot bag technology keeping rolls crisp and fresh for up to 90 minutes.
Commissary Expansion
We double our kitchen footprint to 3,200 sq ft, hire 6 new chefs, and expand delivery coverage to all Edmonton postal codes within the ring road.
Catering Division
Unlockspace Catering officially launches — offering bespoke platter packages, on-site sushi chefs, and full event coordination for groups of 10 to 400 guests.
Best Sushi in Edmonton
Named "Best Sushi Restaurant" by Edmonton Journal readers for the second consecutive year. Over 8,500 verified five-star reviews across Google and Yelp.
50+ Menu Items & Growing
We now offer 52 distinct roll varieties, 18 nigiri options, and 9 sashimi platters — with seasonal limited editions available each quarter.
Three Principles. Zero Compromise.
Every decision at Unlockspace is guided by the Japanese concept of shokunin kishitsu — the craftsman's spirit. We believe great sushi requires obsessive attention to detail, uncompromising ingredient quality, and genuine respect for the customer.
Freshness First
Daily-sourced Pacific fish. Zero frozen shortcuts. If it isn't perfect, it doesn't leave our kitchen.
Handcrafted Always
Every roll is assembled by hand using traditional Japanese technique — no machines, no shortcuts.
Customer Obsession
We don't consider an order complete until our customer is satisfied — no exceptions, no excuses.
Meet Our Team
Our 14-member team combines decades of Japanese culinary training with modern food service expertise.
10 years training in Osaka. Specialist in Edomae-style nigiri and omakase experiences.
NAIT Culinary Arts graduate. Expert in fusion roll development and seasonal menu planning.
10 years in event management. Coordinates all corporate and private catering engagements.
Oversees delivery logistics, supplier relations, and daily kitchen operations across all service lines.
Notable Projects & Events
Edmonton Tech Summit 2023
Catered a full-day tech conference for 320 attendees — 18 platter varieties, 2 on-site sushi chefs, seamless 3-course lunch service.
Riverside Wedding Reception
Luxury sushi catering for a 150-guest riverside wedding — custom omakase stations, premium wagyu nigiri, and sake pairings curated by Chef Kenji.
10,000th Delivery Celebration
In 2022, we delivered our 10,000th order — a free omakase set gifted to a loyal customer of 4 years. A milestone that marked our growth from bar to brand.
Awards & Achievements
Best Sushi Edmonton
Edmonton Journal Readers' Choice 2022 & 2023
5-Star Rated
4.9/5 average across 2,400+ Google reviews
CFIA Certified
Canadian Food Inspection Agency — Grade A food safety rating
Featured in Media
Edmonton Journal, CBC Alberta, Munchies Canada