Best Unagi (Freshwater eel)

1Gion 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.

3.50

Very good

96

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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2Kyoto 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

259

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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Selected for Tabelog Unagi "Tabelog 100" 2026

3Sumiyaki Unafuji Yuurakuchou ten

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

3.68

Very good

2976

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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4Sumiyaki Unafuji Tokyo midtown yaesu ten

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

3.65

Very good

1448

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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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.

3.56

Very good

1184

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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6Jiyaki Unagi Hozenji Yama Kazu

Namba Sta. 225m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine, Seafood

3.41

222

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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7Izumo 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

578

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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8Kyo Unawa Honten

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

A meal of eel after shopping around Nishiki Market, Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine, and Shijo.

3.56

Very good

254

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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9Ginza Koara

Shimbashi Sta. 336m / Japanese Cuisine, Unagi (Eel), Crab

Experience unique Japanese cuisine that captures the exquisite flavors of eel and the changing seasons, all on a single plate.

4.14

Excellent

226

JPY 30,000 - JPY 39,999
JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
Sunday, Public Holiday

Multilingual menu
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Wi-Fi available

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10Sumiyaki Unafuji Meieki ten

Kintetsu Nagoya Sta. 115m / Unagi (Eel), Seafood, Japanese Cuisine

3.62

Very good

1659

JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999
JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
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Non smoking
Children welcome

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11Sumiyaki Unafuji Daimaru kyoto bettei

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

3.65

Very good

385

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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12Komagata Maekawa Asakusa hon ten

Asakusa Sta. 278m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

Perfect for dates and families. Enjoy traditional eel while taking in views of the Sumida River and Tokyo Skytree.

3.46

538

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
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Credit card accepted
Non smoking

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13Asakusa Unatetsu Asakusa ekimae honten

Asakusa Sta. 124m / Unagi (Eel), Yakitori (Grilled chicken skewers), Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)

Savor the finest domestically sourced eel. Experience our dedication to quality!

3.48

485

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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14Ginza Unagi no Miyau

Higashi Ginza Sta. 146m / Unagi (Eel), Japanese Cuisine

[Eel Selection] Enjoy fresh, rare female eel grilled over charcoal. A Ginza eel kaiseki to create lasting memories for important meetings and anniversaries.

3.53

Very good

124

JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999
JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Saturday, Sunday

Multilingual menu
Multilingual staff
Credit card accepted
Non smoking
Children welcome

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15Maruya Honten Ginza gurasse

Ginza Sta. 155m / 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.

3.19

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