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Best Unagi (Eel), Anago (Conger eel) in Japan

Unagi (Eel), Anago (Conger eel) in Japan

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1Kyoto Gion Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa

Gion Shijo Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

3.57

Very good

192

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Kyo Unawa Hon Ten

Karasuma Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

[Private Room Reservations Available] ⭐︎ Just a 5-minute walk from Shijo Karasuma, right by Exit 14 of Shijo Karasuma Station.

3.56

Very good

219

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

3Gion Unagi Kawato

Gion Shijo Sta. / Japanese Cuisine, Unagi (Eel), Seafood

3.33

60

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

4Sumiyaki Unafuji Yurakucho Ten

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Restaurants

3.71

Very good

2561

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

5Gion Sushi Taku

Gion Shijo Sta. / Sushi, Seafood, Unagi (Eel)

3.58

Very good

134

  • JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
  • -
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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6Sumiyaki Unafuji Tokyo Middotaun Yaezu Ten

Tokyo Sta. / Unagi (Eel)

3.69

Very good

1148

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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7Ginza Tamai

Ginza Sta. / Anago (Conger eel), Japanese Cuisine, Tempura

Nihonbashi Tamai Honten, a long-established restaurant specializing in natural anago (conger eel) dishes. Be sure to enjoy the authentic flavors!

3.52

Very good

540

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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8Unagi Sumiyaki Hitsumabushi Minokin Kanda Honten

Suehirocho Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Donburi (Rice bowl)

Just a minute from Suehirocho Station, this long-established charcoal-grilled eel specialty restaurant exudes a classic charm, perfect for everyday dining as well as business meetings and special occasions.

3.53

Very good

586

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

9Unagi Yoshikawa Shibuya Ten

Shibuya Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

A specialty eel restaurant offering fluffy grilled eel at reasonable prices, just 4 minutes from Shibuya Station. Takeout available!

3.29

85

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area
  • Children welcome
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10Kani Kani Land Kyoto Gion Ten

Gion Shijo Sta. / Crab, Unagi (Eel), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.24

24

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • Wednesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
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11Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa Kyotoekiporutaten

Kyoto Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

3.52

Very good

249

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
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12Maruya Honten Ginzagurasu

Ginza Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Just a 1-minute walk from Ginza Station! Same-day reservations available. Enjoy exquisite authentic Hitsumabushi made with domestic eel in a refined space with a stunning view of Ginza.

3.23

187

  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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13Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

New Year Party Reservations Now Open! All-You-Can-Drink Course ◇ Private Room Available! Smoking Allowed! Enjoy with Eel Skewers!

3.47

501

  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Smoking allowed
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Menu with photos
Online reservationCheck availability

14Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa Hirutonpurazauesutosakaten

Nishi Umeda Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

Notice of Temporary Closure: February 19, 2026

3.56

Very good

484

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

15Iriya Kishimojin Monzen no Daya

Iriya Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

Established in the first year of the Meiji era! This eel restaurant is directly operated by the Eel Craftsmen Association. Enjoy the grilled "Tomosui Unagi," a legendary eel closest to the ancient natural eel, along with the "Mikawa Isshiki" eel cultivated by master artisans. Don't miss the chance to savor the skills recognized by culinary critics!

3.90

Very good

1183

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Monday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
Online reservationCheck availability

16Jiyaki Unagi Hozenji Yama Kazu

Namba Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

3.40

181

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

The Tabelog Award 2026 Silver winner

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2024

17Unagi Uomasa

Yotsugi Sta. / Unagi (Eel)

Grilled to perfection using Kishu Binchotan charcoal, our eel retains its rich flavors. Enjoy the carefully selected ingredients by our chef!

4.27

Excellent

1144

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

18Genpin Hozenji Sohonten Fugu Unagi Kani Ryori

Namba Sta. / Fugu (Pufferfish), Unagi (Eel), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

3.26

302

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
Online reservationCheck availability

19Unagi no Nakashou Toranomon Hiruzu Ten

Toranomon Hills Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Established in 1932, "Unagi no Nakasho" is a long-standing eel wholesaler serving Kansai-style grilled eel, cooked over an open flame without steaming.

3.52

Very good

203

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability

20Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa Tokyo Eki Kurobei Yokocho Ten

Tokyo Sta. / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

3.49

420

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
Online reservationCheck availability