On this day, since the famous restaurant Honkichiya was closed, I decided to go to the eel restaurant in front of the station. I ordered the steamed eel on a bamboo steamer. It cost 3800 yen for four pieces. After a short wait, the steamed eel was served. It was hot and the sweet sauce was strong. It was different from Honkichiya, but still delicious. I couldn't stop eating the rice. Thank you for the meal!

I had some work nearby and got a ride to the station from a business partner. I decided to have a late lunch at a long-established restaurant near the west exit. It had been years since I last visited. The sign read "Seiromushi," so I naturally ordered that. When I lifted the lid of the bowl with the restaurant's name on it, steam rose up, carrying the aroma of the sauce. The eel was tender, but perhaps a bit too light on the fat. Maybe it varies by individual. The piping hot dish soaked in sauce was delicious, and despite the generous portion, it was easy to finish. Even though I was full, I took a leisurely ride back on the uncrowded Nishitetsu train in the afternoon.

I went to Yanagawa for a casual errand. I rented a replacement car on-site and headed to my destination, Furuhashi. Yanagawa is famous for "eel," but this time, I had a different plan - I wanted to try "dojo" (Loach). Initially, I called another restaurant to see if they served dojo dishes, and they said, "Currently, none of the restaurants in Yanagawa have it in stock, so they may not be able to prepare it." As a last resort, I called Furuhashi, and they simply said, "Yes, we can do it." The time was 13:05. The restaurant was right by the west exit of Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station. When I asked about the parking location over the phone, they explained, "There are two parking spaces next to the store, and the contract parking lot, Takamuka Monthly Parking Lot, is about 20m to the west, with spaces 3, 4, and 5." This saved me from spending unnecessary money. There was a "Dojo" sign in front of the store. Upon entering, I informed the female staff that I was visiting alone. The atmosphere was different from the traditional Yanagawa style - the staff was quite straightforward. They told me to use the table seat. The prices of "eel" and "dojo" have increased significantly, making them rare and expensive. I quickly checked the menu. The Yanagawa hot pot with dojo was priced at 2,000 yen, which was surprisingly reasonable. Just to be sure, I asked if it was a set meal, and they said no. To make it a set meal, you needed to order rice for 300 yen and liver for 300 yen separately. The phrase "rice for 300 yen" made it seem less affordable. The serving time was about 10 minutes. The Yanagawa hot pot was simmering, and although it seemed voluminous, the pot was shallow. The dojos were split open and thickened with eggs, making it hard to recognize them. If you didn't know, you might not realize they were dojos. I transferred them to a plate with a wooden ladle and took a bite. There was a slight muddy smell, but the burdock and ginger helped mask it. The seasoning was sweet soy sauce typical of Kyushu. Placing it on top of rice eliminated the muddy smell. The Yanagawa hot pot was heavily seasoned, overshadowing the blandness of the liver. Maybe I didn't need to insist on having it as a set meal? The bill came to 2,600 yen. It was a hearty recovery with a traditional Yanagawa dish. Thank you for the meal.

The eel is plump and the skin is chewy, providing a delightful texture. It is naturally sweet, so it tastes delicious even without sauce. The charred surface adds to the overall flavor. The eel sauce is thick and rich, perfect for those who enjoy a flavorful sauce. The staff is kind and welcoming. The restaurant has a serene, traditional Japanese atmosphere with both tatami and table seating options. The price is reasonable considering the quality. It was a delicious meal! Thank you!

After a meeting in Kurume, we moved to Yanagawa. Yanagawa is famous for eel. Eel is also famous in my hometown. It is eaten all over Japan. There are various ways to eat it. I love the eel in Yanagawa. The eel bone tempura is delicious and makes a perfect snack. Also, the loach dish is sweet and savory, and goes well with eggs. It's delicious. This restaurant is located in front of Yanagawa Station. Last time I visited Yanagawa, I went to the neighboring restaurant. Eel and loach after a boat ride down the river. Definitely visit Yanagawa!

I visited this restaurant when I went to Yanagawa for sightseeing. It was my first time trying eel steamed in a bamboo steamer. It was very fluffy and delicious! A valuable experience. I will definitely come back again! If I have the opportunity to visit Yanagawa again, I would love to visit this restaurant.

I went in for a meal before heading down the Yanagawa river, right across from Yanagawa Station. Upon the recommendation of the owner, I tried the steamed eel instead of the eel bowl. It was my first time trying steamed eel, and it was absolutely delicious! If I ever find myself in Yanagawa again, I will definitely visit this restaurant again!

I visited Furuhachiman at Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station. I tried the famous sake "Kuni no Kotobuki" from the former Meno Sake Brewery (Yanagawa Sake Brewery). The menu was limited, with no chawanmushi, but I had uzaku, kabayaki, and steamed dishes.

During the Bon festival, my daughters who were visiting home came to the restaurant after a long time. The original menu item, the lotus root bowl, is my daughters' favorite. The eel steamed in a steamer is also seasoned relatively lightly, making it easy for women to eat.

It's piping hot.

If you eat in Yanagawa, it's just average.

This is how it is, huh. The hitsumabushi in Nagoya is definitely more delicious.

The price of eel has gone up, so I went to "Koren" in Yanagawa. I made a promise to be picked up by a senior colleague at Yanagawa Station for work in the Chikugo area. Since I was in Yanagawa, I decided to take an earlier train and have a meal near the station. Eel is a must, so I went to "Koren" restaurant. The seat had a good view of the rotary in front of the station. Eel has become expensive, especially the eel bowl which costs 2800 yen. The eel was tender and there seemed to be a generous amount of rice and sauce. I sprinkled some sansho pepper, savored the meal, and the liver was delicious too. I wonder when I will be able to eat eel again. Thank you for the meal.