I asked someone who is originally from Japan living here in Cleveland, where can I get good Japanese food here? He recommended Shinano for the most authentic restaurant you can find in the Cleveland area. We went here and found that the recommendation lived up to its expectations. Along with the standard sushi, sashimi, and tempura you will find at any Japanese restaurant, they offer other items such as bento boxes, soba, and they even have natto.
I tried some of the appetizers- agedashi tofu and broiled eel. Both were perfectly cooked and delicious. I had the mackerel dinner for my entree. The dinner came with miso, and salad with ginger vinaigrette. The mackerel was a good sized portion and the fish itself was perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, very juicy and tender. Service was attentive and friendly.
I would definitely like to go here again to try more of their dishes.