It's easy to forget that there may be decent places to eat up in N. Scottsdale.  Heading back into town from Carefree we decided to get dinner on the way and saw the sign in the strip mall.  I told my friend to just drop me off  to check out the place before she parked.  Not looking like a Pure or ultra trendy/gimmicky Japanese restaurant it caught my interest.  As I looked thru the window I saw an actual Japanese (not Korean - asians can tell the difference)  chef behind the bar.  Not really expecting much I suggested we give it a shot.\n\nWe sat at the bar and a friendly Japanese woman (later learn that she is the owner/chef's wife) greeted us with menus and pointed to the specials board.  While the fish on display seemed limited it didn't' look daunting.  We ordered some sashimi, a few specials, and 2 rolls.  The quality and freshness was surprisingly very good; pieces were cut with precision and the rice was just right.  Prices were a little high but i guess justifiable considering the rent and other operating costs to this small establishment.\n\nIt's too bad this place is kind of out of the way and currently only has dinner service.  But If you're into a more traditional style sushi experience with a simple approach you may want to check Toyama out.