This time, at my father's request, we went to a restaurant called Rokki in the outskirts of Munakata City to have eel. As usual, my parents chose the steamed eel, while my partner, who doesn't like sweet rice, opted for the hitsumabushi. I love steamed eel, but I also wanted to try hitsumabushi, so I went for hitsumabushi as well. Hitsumabushi comes in three types: Hitsumabushi (super special) for 6,170 yen, Hitsumabushi (special) for 5,610 yen, and Hitsumabushi (special) for 4,620 yen. It's exciting to have hitsumabushi three ways! Hitsumabushi (special) includes hitsumabushi, sashimi, pickles, salad, chawanmushi, grilled eel liver, side dishes, pickles, and fruit, a real feast. When I opened the hitsumabushi container, at first I thought there wasn't much eel, but then I saw it was in two layers, which was a relief. Eel, minced seaweed, spicy cod roe, shiso leaf, and egg. First, I tried it as it is, served in a rice bowl. Yum, the eel is delicious! Eel and rice, a perfect combination. I could eat it all in one go. For the second bowl, I mixed it a bit. The spicy cod roe is somewhat distracting. Personally, I don't think the spicy cod roe is necessary. I prefer to eat the eel and spicy cod roe separately. For the third bowl, I enjoyed it with some dashi broth. A refined and elegant ochazuke with a gentle dashi broth. This is also good. Personally, I prefer the first bowl the most. In that case, I think I would prefer an eel rice bowl! I tried a bit of the steamed eel. Ah, the steamed eel! Delicious. Steamed eel is the best after all. Since it was a set meal, I was full. The pickles were also refreshing and tasty. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal!

In the past, "Rokki" used to operate next to Kashii Hanazono. They have since relocated to Munakata and I have visited them several times, always bustling with many customers. This time, I indulged in the luxurious "Himabushi set" for lunch. It cost around 4500 yen and included Himabushi, uzaku, a sashimi platter, chawanmushi, salad, sesame tofu, pickles, soup, and fruit - quite a generous spread. The broth was a bit light, but overall, I was satisfied. Especially enjoyed the uzaku, so I might order it separately next time. Also, the rice was glossy, sweet, and very delicious!

This is an eel restaurant located in the outskirts of Munakata City. When visiting Road Station Munakata, which was introduced in "Monthly Hakata," we decided to have lunch here. My wife and I were seated in a private room, so social distancing was not an issue. My wife ordered the Hitsumabushi Matsuri for 3500 yen, while I ordered the Unaju for 4200 yen. Both dishes came with liver sashimi and fruit for dessert. The Unaju came with a special sauce that the restaurant takes pride in. Eel is known to be rich in vitamins, which can boost the immune system, prevent colds and gastrointestinal diseases, aid in fatigue recovery, and provide essential nutrients for the body. The restaurant is located at 1076-1 Koto, Munakata City, on the Fukuma Munakata Genkai Line, near the Fukusaki intersection. If you're interested, please click on the ranking and support us by clicking here.

I had an eel seiro steamed dish. I was impressed by the light yet tender eel. Since it was past lunchtime, the restaurant was not too crowded, so I enjoyed it slowly inside the restaurant. It was my first time trying seiro steamed dish, but surprisingly, it was delicious.

I went to Imazu City to eat eel. The steamed eel in a bamboo steamer was very delicious, with the fluffy eel and seasoned rice complementing each other well. The liver dish had a refreshing seasoning that enhanced the main flavor. Unfortunately, the cheapest plum option was not available, maybe because of the Obon season. I was a bit disappointed. Also, not being able to use a card for payment is a negative point in my opinion.

We used it for a meal at a funeral gathering with about 10 people. We were able to use the private room in the back, and the food was delicious.

It was simply delicious.

In the outskirts of Munakata City, there is an eel restaurant. They serve delicious steamed eel, eel rice bowl, and eel over rice. It used to be located near Kashii Hanazono, right? It's a stylish and neat restaurant. I visited with my family. I had the eel over rice, my daughter had the eel rice bowl, and my wife had the small steamed eel and small udon lunch set. The eel over rice was different from the Nagoya style, with mentaiko on top and meant to be eaten in two ways - as is and as ochazuke. When I tried it as is... Oh! There was eel underneath the eel! It looked like a small portion but it was actually double the amount, very satisfying. I love ochazuke, so I quickly moved on to that. Oh, it tasted so good, with a nice balance and a delightful aroma. My daughter's eel rice bowl had a generous amount and she was very satisfied. The lunch set was a great deal, with both quality and quantity being excellent. Eel can be expensive nowadays, but it's nice to treat yourself to something good once in a while.

The name of the restaurant is "Rokkyu" not "Rokkyu."・Steamed eel in a steamer: The eel is fluffy and the rice is plump. The seasoning is relatively light for the eel and the rice has a rich color. The eel is delicious but the rice is exceptionally tasty. The grains are firm. There are two options, regular and special, with a 900 yen difference. When compared, the special option has double the amount of eel, making it the clear recommendation!・Hitsumabushi: It includes mentaiko, a specialty of Hakata. The eel is crispy and grilled to perfection, giving it a fragrant aroma.・Set menu: For the steamed eel, hitsumabushi, and broiled eel, there are luxurious set menu options available. 1. Sashimi: The slices are small but beautifully arranged. The taste is excellent. 2. Uzaku 3. Umaki 4. Liver sashimi 5. Chawanmushi: A relatively simple chawanmushi. It was listed as 600 yen for a single serving, so I wonder if a more luxurious chawanmushi is included in the set. 6. Salad: The dressing is light. The vegetables are crunchy and fresh. 7. Pickles: Cucumbers marinated in sauce. Delicious. 8. Dessert: Sweet and not just a simple addition to the set. 9. I feel like there was one more dish, but I forgot. The variety of dishes was satisfying.

I love the luxurious treat of going to the eel restaurant called Rokkyu in Munakata City, where I was taken twice last year and this year. It's a bit expensive and has become even more rare. The restaurant is located in a remote area with no other shops around, but it's always full whenever I go. I always make a reservation, and I think it's definitely worth it. If you go with a large group, I recommend using the private room in the back. They also have an eel lunch for children, which is much more affordable than the adult version but still comes with a good amount of food. It's not your typical children's lunch with weird jellies or toys, but a proper eel lunch. The children may not be too excited about it, but adults will be satisfied with the portion size. The photo is of the eel set meal, which includes sashimi as well. If you want to truly savor the taste of eel, I recommend this option. The steamed eel is served piping hot in a shiny steaming basket, with perfectly cooked rice and delicious sauce. Although the restaurant is not very close by, it is a fantastic eel restaurant that is definitely worth a visit. Thank you for the delicious meal!

In August 2016, as a reward to myself, I treated myself to some eel! The steamed eel in a steamer was soft and tender, with the sauce evenly spread throughout. The combination of the sauce-soaked rice was excellent. The consistency of the delicious taste every time I visit is remarkable. I ordered the steamed eel set meal and enjoyed the liver, chawanmushi, and more. The atmosphere, service, and food at this restaurant never fail to satisfy. It's a high-end restaurant that I can't visit frequently due to the pricing, but it's perfect for treating myself. In September 2015, the calm and relaxing ambiance of the restaurant, with both table and tatami seating available, makes it easy to enjoy a meal with anyone. The steamed eel was soaked in sauce all the way to the last grain of rice, making it delicious to the end. The large pieces of eel on top of the rice were so satisfying that I had to move them aside to pick up the rice with my chopsticks. The hitsumabushi was also delicious, with eel evenly distributed throughout, allowing me to enjoy the eel until the last bite. While the individual dishes were satisfying on their own, the set meal made me feel luxurious with the side dishes of sashimi, chawanmushi, and liver soup. I truly experienced luxury through the atmosphere and food.

I came across the word "eel" and the charming exterior of the restaurant, so I decided to give it a try. The interior was also a calm space, and the spacious parking lot was convenient. This branch of "Yanagawa-ya" in Hakata Nakasu seems to specialize in "seiro steamed" dishes. The menu mentioned that the owner personally grows the rice used in the dishes. My husband, who doesn't like "seiro steamed" dishes, ordered the "Unaju Special: 3600 yen." The Unaju consisted of grilled eel on the top layer and rice on the bottom layer, with a side of eel liver. There was also a strawberry included, which may have been a complimentary service. The eel was thick and tender, not crispy but soft and flavorful. The sauce was sweet, typical of Fukuoka style. The rice on the bottom layer was generous. I decided to try the "Seiro Steamed Set Meal: 3100 yen." It was a luxurious set with a small portion of seiro steamed eel, sashimi, eel vinegar dish, salad, eel roll, sesame tofu, chawanmushi, eel liver, and dessert. The seiro steamed eel was flavorful and tender, with a sweet taste overall. The eel liver, however, was not as flavorful. The sashimi included sea bream, amberjack, salmon, and one other type. The eel roll was different from the usual tamagoyaki, but it was not to my liking. The eel vinegar dish, salad, pickles, and strawberry dessert were all enjoyable. The Unaju came with a whole eel, and the set meal had a variety of side dishes, making it a good value for the price. While the soft and tender eel was a nice change, I personally prefer crispy grilled eel. Payment is cash only.

I visited a restaurant called "Rokkyu" in Kawahigashi, Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, known for its delicious eel and Japanese cuisine. I learned about this place from a cute girl at work who told me about a great eel restaurant in Munakata. I didn't know that the location used to be "Wazenya Yoshida" before becoming an eel restaurant. The name "Rokkyu" was a bit difficult to read at first. Upon entering, there was a shoe locker to change into slippers before entering the restaurant. The floor had tables with wooden flooring and a spacious tatami room for private dining. I was seated at a table and found a menu offering eel dishes, as well as other dishes like appetizers, steak, tempura, seafood bowls, and even eel for takeout. I appreciated that they had beers from all major breweries available. I decided to try the recommended steamed eel set meal while enjoying some boneless fried chicken. The steamed eel set meal was quite substantial with a variety of dishes besides eel. The eel was soft and fluffy, covering the rice in the steamer. The rice was delicious, and I heard that the owner grows the rice themselves. The sauce had a unique taste compared to what I'm used to. The miso soup had a rich flavor with liver in it. The set meal also included sashimi, sesame tofu, grilled white fish with onions and cucumbers, rolled omelet, salad, chawanmushi, pickles, fruits, and more. It was a very filling meal. My companion ordered the eel rice bowl, which looked shiny and delicious. The eel and rice were plentiful, and it came with an extra sauce on the side. The restaurant was busy with many customers, some making reservations or getting takeout. I imagine reservations are a must on the midsummer day of the Ox.

I visited this place for the first time in over a year, and it seems to be thriving as the parking lot is always full during lunchtime. Once a year, I treat myself to a luxurious lunch here, opting for the set meal instead of the regular lunch menu. From the appetizers to the fruits, I enjoyed the elaborate dishes. It's a nearby yet distant restaurant (laughs), but I definitely want to go back for more. I had been curious every time I passed by, and finally, my wish came true as I visited the restaurant. This is my first review, and it's my first luxury meal of 2014 (laughs). I ordered the steamed eel (matsutake) while my partner ordered the steamed eel set meal. As expected with just the steamed eel, it took about 20 minutes to be served. The steamed eel arrived piping hot! When I opened the lid, steam rose up along with a delightful aroma. The visual presentation was eel overflowing from the steamer, making me wonder what would happen if I had ordered the special. But I enjoyed it nonetheless. The texture was a bit thin, but the taste and cooking were excellent and delicious. The slightly sweet sauce was just right for me, and the rice coated in sauce was amazing. Being able to enjoy it piping hot until the end is also a great feature of steamed eel. My partner's set meal included appetizers, sashimi, and chawanmushi, all of which were carefully prepared. Even the sashimi, which I didn't have high expectations for, turned out to be surprisingly delicious. It was evident that the chefs put a lot of care into their work. I had never eaten eel anywhere other than Yanagawa, so I was a bit hesitant to visit, but I'm glad I did. The prices are a bit high, so I can't go often, but it has become a place I want to visit again for eel.

On the way back from Hakata, I went to Rokki-san in Munakata with my husband, who is a eel enthusiast. It's a branch of Yanagawa-ya in Nakasu. The restaurant was crowded as it was lunchtime, and we were seated in a private room. We ordered eel steamed in a bamboo steamer and hitsumabushi. Hitsumabushi had mentaiko on top, which surprised me, but when mixed together, it paired well with the eel. The dashi was a bit spicy. The eel was grilled perfectly, and the rice in the steamer was chewy and delicious. They also serve sashimi and steak, and you can even reserve a course meal in advance.

I visited a company dinner and had boneless fried chicken, uzaiku umaki (eel wrapped in egg), shirayaki (grilled eel without sauce), kabayaki (grilled eel with sauce), seiro steamed eel liver, and ika iku (eel intestines). Everything was delicious. The egg flavor and fluffy texture were outstanding. The eel inside the uzaiku was a perfect match. The shirayaki was a thick and tasty eel without any fishy smell. The kabayaki was also delicious, with a generous amount of eel. The seiro steamed eel was served with piping hot rice soaked in sauce. It was a satisfying dish. There was no need for additional sauce as the eel was flavorful on its own. Overall, it was a luxurious dining experience with two out of five people drinking alcohol, costing over ¥7000 per person. The private room setting allowed for a relaxing and enjoyable time, savoring delicious food.

Seiro steamed rice has a delicious flavor that is well infused into the rice, making it very tasty.

My wife went to eat eel here! What? Just her? I was planning to have ramen after my check-up, but if they have takeout, then I'll ask her to bring some back! Alright, then I'll have the eel, please! I love eel so my excitement level went through the roof! I chilled a Ruby-like drink and waited for my wife to come back. She's back! But wait... the bags, chopstick sleeves, and wrapping paper all have "Yanagawa-ya," a famous place in Fukuoka, written on them. What's going on? Is this place related to Yanagawa-ya? It seems like it's not a direct branch... Oh well, let's just eat! Let's drink! I microwaved it a bit, poured the sauce, and took a bite! The eel is delicious! I feel like having some rice with it! Then I sprinkled some Sansho pepper and continued eating. I used to dislike Sansho pepper in the past, but now I love sprinkling it on my food! It's so tasty! I'm grateful for this bonus! Thank you for the meal!