I visited the restaurant on the same day I made a reservation. It is a long-established eel restaurant that has been around since 1950, with its roots dating back to the Edo period when it was originally a traditional Japanese confectionery shop. I arrived right when they opened at 11:30 and asked if I could have eel right away, and they kindly accommodated my request. I ordered the eel bowl for 3,950 yen and it was delicious, although I could slightly feel the bones. Thank you for the meal.

I made a reservation for lunch on a regular day. The restaurant was almost full. I originally planned to go to Izu Saka but couldn't make a reservation, so I came to Kameya. I ordered the eel rice bowl and waited for 30 minutes. It was delicious. The sauce is not too sweet and it enhances the goodness of the eel. You can finish it without feeling too full! But it's expensive.

I visited "Kameya Issuitei," a beautiful restaurant located right near Ueno Park entrance for the first time. I ordered the eel rice bowl (bamboo) and grilled eel rice bowl (bamboo) with eel flakes and edamame. I had white grape juice as a drink, which was not too sweet and very delicious. The service was excellent, with the staff noticing our needs right away. The eel flakes were flavorful and delicious. The eel rice bowl was soft and tender with a good amount of fat, very tasty. The grilled eel rice bowl was a bit lacking in comparison. Thank you for the meal.

The scorching hot days continue, and on this day, which is the midsummer day of the Ox, I crave eel, so I always come to this restaurant. Today, I ordered the usual eel rice bowl without alcohol. The eel rice bowl, filled with one whole eel, is delicious as always! The grilled eel liver is also delicious with a subtle flavor, and the pickles are tasty too. It might just be in my head, but I feel like I've regained some energy. Next time, I want to take my time enjoying it with some drinks!

This eel restaurant is one that I have visited several times. It might be my favorite eel restaurant in Tokyo. The eel is fluffy and the sauce is not too strong, allowing you to fully enjoy the taste of the eel. It is very elegant. The side dishes are also delicious, such as pickled vegetables, pickled cucumbers, and pickled radish. On this day, I ordered an eel bowl on my way back from enjoying the food stalls at Ueno Park. Even so, there was still plenty of food. The quality is great for around 3500 yen, so it is very cost-effective. The eel bowl also comes with eel liver. The restaurant has multiple floors and many seats, so it's convenient that you can usually get in without a reservation. If you're looking to eat eel in the Ueno area, I highly recommend this place.

During the summer vacation, on the way back from visiting the grave, I tried to escape the heat by searching for an eel restaurant and visited the nostalgic Kameya in Ike-no-hata. It was a place where I used to take my late mother, who is now unable to walk, for my father's memorial service. My late father was also close friends with the owner of the restaurant. I ordered the eel rice bowl, which came with a fluffy eel that seemed to melt away in my mouth in an instant. The Sansho pepper used was the Kyoto Hararyokaku powdered Sansho pepper, with a high fragrance that enhanced the flavor of the eel. My wife and I enjoyed our meal while savoring the flavors. I would love to visit this restaurant again if given the chance.

A 3-minute walk from Ueno-hirokoji Station. Located right next to Shinobazu Pond. Among the famous eel restaurants in Ueno, this one was visited for the first time. Originally a traditional Japanese sweets shop that turned into an eel restaurant about 60 years ago. They use "Shimofuri unagi" from Tomizu Unagi, and they keep the eels in a stress-free state in the water tank in the basement of the shop. Ordered: - Unaju (bamboo box) They also offer Unadon, Hitsumabushi, Kabayaki don, and more. All dishes come with eel liver. The Unaju has one eel (Matsu) or 1.5 eels (Take). The sauce is light and not too overpowering, giving an elegant overall taste. There is sauce on the table, but it was a bit soy sauce-heavy, making it tricky to adjust the flavor. The aroma of the sansho pepper was delightful, so I mostly enjoyed it with the pepper. The Unadon is about half the price of the Unaju, and from peeking into other diners' bowls, it seemed to have a decent amount of eel, making it a more cost-effective option. The dishware, like the cute green turtle-like ceramic bowl, was charming. They also offer a variety of side dishes and kaiseki courses, with private rooms available for gatherings. Personally, I found the price a bit high for the quality of the eel, so if I were to revisit, I would try the Unadon instead of the Unaju.

I came all the way to Ueno and decided to have some eel. Of course, it was delicious. If you're looking for a lunch option, I recommend the eel bowl at Issuitei. The bowl itself is very lovely. Even the chopstick rest is beautifully designed to reflect the season. I was seated on the second floor, and the windows are really big. I imagine it would be even more beautiful during cherry blossom season.

In the Ueno area, do you prefer Izu Sakae or Kameya? I personally prefer Kameya because they have a variety of delicious snacks. Although their appetizers are a bit pricey, the quality and taste are worth it. However, I wish they were a bit more affordable. Their eel rice bowl has a refined taste.

I ordered eel and a draft beer at a restaurant, along with some dried daikon radish as a side dish. The eel restaurant I was planning to go to was closed, so I ended up here. It took about 40 minutes from ordering to being served. I wonder if the eel dish and eel rice bowl have the same contents. The ladies around me were eating the rice bowl. Thank you for the meal.

The menu had a strange pricing where bamboo was more expensive than pine, so I chose the expensive option. However, the taste was bland and the eel was lukewarm. The side order we ordered never arrived. For around 4000 yen, I might consider coming back, but for over 8000 yen, the value for money is poor. Unfortunately, I don't think I'll visit again.

On a Saturday when the heavy rain from the typhoon had finally stopped, I decided to attend a concert at the Tokyo Bunka Kaikan near Ueno Park. The day had two concerts scheduled at this hall, with a break in between. The first concert featured three piano concertos that I enjoy, starting at 1:00 PM and lasting about 2 and a half hours. The second concert was the famous three violin concertos starting at 5:00 PM, including two breaks and lasting close to 4 hours. After the concerts, I planned to have dinner around 9:00 PM, which was not ideal for my body. I decided to have a proper meal in between the concerts at this eel restaurant near Shinobazu Pond in Ike-no-hara. The restaurant has a long history dating back to the Edo period, but it transitioned to an eel restaurant shortly after World War II. The place had a refined and sophisticated look, with an elderly man who seemed to be the owner greeting guests at the entrance. Despite not being very spacious, the restaurant occupied the first and second floors of a building and could accommodate around 100 guests. The interior was bright with a lot of wood, and even at this time of day, it was quite busy. I was seated at a table near the entrance on the left side, where about seven tables were arranged. I ordered the standard "Unagi Juu - Take" (5,500 yen) as I didn't have much time, along with a bottle of Sapporo Black Label beer. As an appetizer, I was served "dried daikon radish simmered in dried shrimp broth," which was a generous small dish priced at 500 yen. After about 15 minutes, the eel box, eel liver, and pickles were served. Opening the lid of the eel box always brought a sense of excitement, and although the eel pieces were smaller than expected, they were skillfully grilled with a nice color. The eel did not cover the entire surface, but it was tender and flavorful, with a subtle sauce and well-cooked rice. The eel may have seemed a bit small for the price, but the taste was satisfactory. The eel liver dish was well-prepared, and the pickles were meticulously arranged. The "kinome pepper" from Gion in Kyoto added a touch of quality. After finishing the meal before 4:30 PM, I still had some time before the next concert. I noticed "Monaka Ice Cream" on the menu, which caught my attention as the restaurant used to be a traditional Japanese sweets shop known for its Monaka. I decided to try it out.

I visited Kameya Issuitei in Ueno for the 77th week in a row. The eel bowl costs 3,650 yen and has a soft and moist texture, different from the fluffy and melty direction. It was good with no strange odor, allowing the flavor and aroma of the eel to come through. The sauce was slightly spicy with a strong soy sauce flavor. The rice was soft, but paired well with the tender eel. The portion may not be enough for big eaters, but considering the price, the quality is high and cost-effective. I would like to try a more expensive eel dish next time. The liver was not bitter, and the broth was delicious. I also had a glass of Shimaharitsuru Yuki sake for 1,100 yen. The atmosphere of the restaurant is clean and calming. The service varied among the staff, with younger employees being friendly and welcoming, while the older ones seemed strict and unwelcoming.

This is definitely a great eel restaurant. Although I didn't have a reservation, they were able to squeeze me in at the last minute. When I entered, I was greeted by a woman wearing a kimono. The eel was not so much grilled as it was steamed, making it soft and fluffy. The dishes were also impressive and the food was delicious.

It is a restaurant where you can enjoy the seasons with your eyes and taste buds. The chef, who is highly regarded for his tea ceremony kaiseki cuisine, has a sense of style that shines through in everything from the dishes to the interior. The eel is delicious, of course, but the sashimi, grilled dishes, and bamboo shoot stew are all excellent as well. By the way, the rice is on the softer side. It's a very popular restaurant, but if you go early (around 5 o'clock), you can secure a good seat, so why not stop by while visiting Ueno Park for cherry blossom viewing?

Located about a 3-minute walk from Ueno Station (next to Ueno Park), this long-established eel restaurant has an elegant atmosphere. On a Sunday afternoon, an elderly couple was leisurely enjoying their meal with sake. I ordered the eel rice bowl, which came with 3 pieces of grilled eel, fluffy eel liver, perfectly balanced sauce, and perfectly cooked rice. It was delicious!

I visited the restaurant located a 5-minute walk from Ueno-Hirokoji Station on a weekday evening with a reservation. It wasn't crowded. I ordered the Unaju Matsuduke. It was delicious, with fluffy eel on top of hot rice. The eel, raised in the underground water of Oigawa Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, was very flavorful. It would have been even better if there was a bit more sauce on the rice. I finished with a refreshing red bean ice cream-filled monaka. The only downside was the noisy neighboring table. Overall, it was a satisfying meal.

Arrived at Ueno with my husband on the Keisei Line. We wanted to have lunch, but it was already past 2:30 PM, so we searched for a restaurant that was still open. Neither of us really felt like having eel, but this place seemed to have other dishes and a nice atmosphere, so we decided to go there. It turned out to be a great choice. We started with eel sashimi and a 300ml decanter of Shimotsuke Shuzo's Shimeharitsuru. The appetizer was ayu with a side of delicious pickles. The eel sashimi was fluffy and fresh, although I wished there was a bit more cucumber. We finished the 300ml decanter quickly, so we ordered a bottle of Kubota Manju Junmai Daiginjo. We also had some yellowtail with grated daikon radish. The service was attentive, and the staff even recommended grilled eel liver, which wasn't on the menu. It was a thoughtful gesture. The staff was all dressed in elegant kimonos. My husband's favorite lotus root was in the chawanmushi, which was large and satisfying. We also tried the grilled eel liver, and then finally had the eel served separately with rice. We shared a bamboo serving of eel rice. The meal was just the right amount, as we were planning to have udon noodles afterwards. The restaurant had a lovely ambiance, and we wondered if they also hosted Noh performances in March.

Tired of osechi dishes, I was walking around looking for something delicious when I saw this place and thought, "I want to eat eel," so I went in. The eel was so fluffy and crispy, and delicious! The eel liver and pickles were also incredibly tasty! There are several famous eel restaurants around Ueno, but this is my favorite place. It's just so delicious!

Ueno Station (3 minutes walk) Kameya Issuitei 2-13-21 Ueno, Taito-ku, Tokyo 11:30-22:00 (Last order 21:20) Open all year round Recommended for lunch, dinner, dates, and hanging out with friends to celebrate special occasions. This restaurant offers the finest eel dishes, continuing the tradition of serving delicious eel dishes in Ueno. Some of the menu items include eel bowl for 3,550 yen, eel rice box (pine) for 5,350 yen, eel rice box (bamboo) for 7,550 yen, and courses ranging from 5,350 yen to 23,000 yen. The restaurant has been in business for over 60 years and is a favorite among locals. The interior is elegant and peaceful, with private rooms and table seating available. The eels used are raised in the pure water of Oigawa-cho, Shizuoka, resulting in a delicious and odorless dish. In addition to eel dishes, they also serve delicious chawanmushi and sashimi. The eel dishes have a seasonal peak from October to December, making it a perfect choice for a date or a special treat during this time. Enjoy the high-quality eel dishes at a reasonable price.