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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. 278m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

Established in 1932. Enjoy the signature unagi at "Unagi Yondai Kikukawa," a renowned eel wholesaler.

3.55

Very good

255

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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2Izumo Ikebukuro

Ikebukuro Sta. 107m / 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!

3.46

569

  • 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
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3Gion Unagi Kawato

Gion Shijo Sta. 266m / Japanese Cuisine, Unagi (Eel), Seafood

Located on the south side of Hanamikoji in Gion, enjoy a charming space transformed from a traditional inn, where skilled artisans prepare authentic Kansai-style grilled eel.

3.52

Very good

92

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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4Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru kyoto bettei

Karasuma Sta. 189m / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

3.65

Very good

378

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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5Shinjuku Unatetsu Hanare

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. 181m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Dojo (Loach)

In the ever-changing streets of Shinjuku, enjoy a taste that remains the same. Shinju Unatetsu has walked alongside the times.

3.57

Very good

1161

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

6Sumiyaki Unafuji Yuurakuchou ten

Uchisaiwaicho Sta. 295m / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Restaurants

3.69

Very good

2922

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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7Unagi Yoshikawa Shibuya ten

Shibuya Sta. 425m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

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

3.19

111

  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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8Utsuke

Bakuroyokoyama Sta. 126m / Unagi (Eel), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Tempura

3.49

1277

  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
  • Digital menu available
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9Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa Kyoto eki poruta ten

Kyoto Sta. 102m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

Established in 1932. Enjoy the signature unagi at "Unagi Yondai Kiku-kawa," a long-standing eel wholesaler.

3.52

Very good

311

  • 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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10Sumibiyaki Unagi no Unaki Nagoya honten

Fushimi Sta. 348m / Unagi (Eel), Seafood

Try Nagoya's famous Hitsumabushi! How about a kaiseki or gozen set featuring seasonal ingredients? Reservations are now being accepted!

3.37

117

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Sunday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Designated smoking area (heated tobacco only)
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Kids menu available
  • Menu with photos
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11Kyo Unawa Honten

Karasuma Sta. 314m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Experience an authentic Kansai-style eel and hitsumabushi in a space that embodies the essence of Kyoto – a truly special meal.

3.54

Very good

251

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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12Sumiyaki Unafuji Tokyo midtown yaesu ten

Tokyo Sta. 233m / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

3.65

Very good

1398

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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13unaginonedoko Shinsaibashi honten

Nippombashi Sta. 422m / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Creative

The first specialized grilled eel restaurant in Kansai, featured on "Matsuko's Unknown World".

3.56

Very good

412

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
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  • Children welcome
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14Ginza Tamai

Ginza Sta. 230m / 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!

3.54

Very good

599

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
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  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

15TAKAHASHIYA Ginza ten

Higashi Ginza Sta. 103m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

3.75

Very good

524

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
  • Monday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Multilingual staff
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
  • Menu with photos
  • Digital menu available
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16Yokohama Kappo Shisei

Kannai Sta. 187m / Japanese Cuisine, Unagi (Eel), Fugu (Pufferfish)

3.53

Very good

128

  • JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Sunday
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

17Unagiya Shibafukuya

Kokusai Center Sta. 354m / Unagi (Eel)

3.76

Very good

1676

  • JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
  • Tuesday
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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18Tokyo Chikuyotei Minamimidou ten

Hommachi Sta. 226m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

3.54

Very good

229

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
  • JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Children welcome
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19Wagyu Sukiyaki Shabushabu Sakura Nagoya ten

Kintetsu Nagoya Sta. 349m / Sukiyaki (Japanese sweet soy hotpot), Shabu shabu (Japanese hotpot), Unagi (Eel)

A luxurious dining experience featuring Black Wagyu and sushi.

3.57

Very good

103

  • JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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  • -
  • Multilingual menu
  • Credit card accepted
  • Non smoking
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Children welcome
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20Unagi no Nakashou Toranomon hiruzu ten

Toranomon Hills Sta. 76m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

Enjoy Kansai-style grilled eel and fine sake at this "Eel Bar"!

3.51

Very good

266

  • 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
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