Best Unagi (Freshwater eel)

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

250

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

560

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
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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

3.52

Very good

85

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

374

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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5Kyogoku Kaneyo

Kyoto Shiyakusho Mae Sta. 383m / Unagi (Eel), Donburi (Rice bowl), Dojo (Loach)

A beloved eel specialty restaurant in Kyogoku, cherished by a wide range of customers for over a century since the late Meiji era.

3.49

1467

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Wednesday

Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome

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6Shinjuku 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

1128

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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7Utsuke

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

3.49

1255

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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8Unagi 4 daime Kikugawa Haruyoshi Branch

Kushida Shrine Sta. 404m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

3.08

103

JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available
Children welcome
Kids menu available

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9Kyo 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

246

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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10Shinjuku Unatetsu Honten

Seibu Shinjuku Sta. 285m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

[3-minute walk from Shinjuku Station] A specialized eel restaurant to delight your senses - Experience bliss in a serene Japanese atmosphere with pure flavors.

3.54

Very good

1402

JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
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Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome
Menu with photos

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11Sumiyaki Unafuji Tokyo midtown yaesu ten

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

3.66

Very good

1382

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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12Unagi no Gamanoho Yaki Gyutan Yakitori Basashi Uyoshi

Sakae Sta. 231m / Izakaya (Japanese style tavern), Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers)

Enjoy drinks with grilled eel skewers and nourishing dishes!

3.08

19

JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Tuesday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Smoking allowed
Wi-Fi available
Digital menu available

Online reservationCheck availability

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Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

13Unagiya Shibafukuya

Kokusai Center Sta. 354m / Unagi (Eel)

3.75

Very good

1653

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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Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

14Iriya Kishimojin Monzen no Daya

Iriya Sta. 154m / 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!

3.95

Very good

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