Both the unaju and hitsumabushi are priced at 6,000 yen. I also added an egg yolk topping to the hitsumabushi. Additionally, I ordered unagi maki. It came with pickles and something that resembles sesame tofu. The eel has a crispy exterior while being fluffy on the inside.

I found this restaurant on Tabelog and visited it. It's very close to Saga-Arashiyama Station, but it's located in a spot that's a bit tricky to find. The walls are black, making the restaurant's name somewhat hard to see. Upon entering, you immediately need to purchase your meal from the ticket machine. To the left, there are several table seats, and it seems there’s a second floor, so the place might be quite spacious. The menu offers various options, including unajyu (grilled eel on rice) with the regular size at 5000 yen and the premium size at 6000 yen. There’s also hitsumabushi (grilled eel served with rice) priced similarly and a unique dish called unagyu, which includes beef as well, costing 6500 yen. This time, I ordered the red-and-white unajyu for 6500 yen. It’s quite rare to have grilled eel with sauce alongside white grilled eel. After about 30 minutes, my unajyu arrived, and as I opened the lid, I wondered, "Wait? Is this the sauced unajyu?" The white grilled eel seemed a bit charred, making me think it might have sauce on it. However, upon tasting, it was indeed white grilled eel. Despite being prepared in the Kansai style, it was surprisingly dark. I thought it could retain a bit more white color. As for the size, it was average to large, and the thickness of the eel was quite satisfying. The Kansai-style cooking made it crispy, but I expected it to be a bit softer and fluffier inside. Also, as you can see in the photo, the way the eel was arranged looked rather haphazard. The crispy texture might have caused the pieces to lose their shape, but still, I felt it could have been presented more neatly. The white grilled eel was cut into small pieces like hitsumabushi, which could have contributed to its disordered look. Overall, there was plenty of eel, and I enjoyed being able to eat the grilled eel as well, but at this price, I must say it felt a bit expensive in terms of both quantity and quality. I wish they could improve on something. Nonetheless, I appreciated the opportunity to enjoy eel in Kyoto's Arashiyama. Thank you for the meal!

The taste of eel will come later! There is a tatami mat private room with a dugout (in a U-shape) and friendly service. They have an automatic vending machine with pictures that is easy to understand for foreigners. The prices and varieties are simple and clear! The eel bowl is 4,800 yen, and there’s a kids’ set with onigiri (rice balls), furikake, and orange juice. The place just opened, so it's really clean! I recommend it for families with children and for showing foreign friends!

Right after getting off at JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, I visited Arashiyama Unahide. This time, I ordered the Unaju (grilled eel over rice) and Hitsumabushi (grilled eel served with rice) – both top-grade (5,800 yen each). The eels are special, as they come from Mikawa Isshiki, a variety of premium domestic eel. They are grilled over charcoal using the Kansai technique, resulting in a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. The sauce, which has been passed down for over 20 years, adds to the experience. The eel's flesh is tender and thick, while the skin is crisp and fragrant, disappearing on the palate in an instant. Additionally, the freshly grated sansho (Japanese pepper) available on the table was incredible; it comes from Wakayama's Kishu Shimizu and has a fresh, citrusy aroma that any sansho lover would treasure.

A hidden gem that just opened on June 1st! It's been a while since I visited Arashiyama—was it always this far? As soon as I arrived at the station and exited the south entrance, there was a sign right in front of me! The restaurant is a bit tucked away, but I made it there without getting lost. Upon entering the shop, I found a ticket vending machine. So this is how you place your order! The interior is simple, with elegant music playing in the background. Here’s what I ordered: ☑︎ Hitsumabushi (Grilled eel rice) - 5,800 yen ☑︎ Unaju (Grilled eel over rice) - 5,800 yen I was so excited! We were shown to a small tatami room (with chairs), and we waited for our eel. There's something so delightful about lifting the lid and seeing the dish! People often describe eel as having a crunchy and fluffy texture, but here, it's more of an extraordinary fluffiness! It was delicious—the person who invented the eel sauce deserves a Nobel Prize. Maybe it was because I came in from the sweltering heat outside, but the air conditioning in the tatami room didn’t seem to reach us much, and I was sweating while eating. Toward the end, I was really struggling and had to ask the staff for help, but I must say, the chawanmushi (steamed egg custard) was also delicious!

I just visited a new restaurant that opened in Arashiyama this June, and I highly recommend it! ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ When you think of eel, it often feels like a luxury, so you might hesitate a bit. However, this new place has a great atmosphere and a comfortable setting✨ Here's what I had: - **Unaju (grilled eel over rice, premium)** - 5,800 yen - **Hitsumabushi (grilled eel served three ways, premium)** - 5,800 yen Oh my goodness, it was absolutely delicious! I'm so satisfied. The eel was incredibly thick!! The skin was crispy while the inside was fluffy and tender—just perfect! ϵ( 'Θ' )϶✨ Usually, by the time I finish an unaju, I often think I won’t want eel again for a while, but this time, I didn’t want it to end. The domestic eel was just too delicious. I was genuinely amazed the whole time. Seriously. They use charcoal grilling, and it’s fresh eel that’s prepared and grilled the same day. There’s no unpleasant odor, and it’s thick with just the right amount of fat… Plus, the secret sauce perfected over 20 years is absolutely exquisite—truly flawless. I also sprinkled some specially sourced sansho pepper on it; it’s a perfect match. You absolutely need the sansho! I love it! (；ω；) I could live here. ← As for the hitsumabushi, the first serving lets you enjoy the eel’s natural flavor! The second serving is with your choice of toppings! The third serving is with dashi poured over it! ...Every way is delicious. But it was so good on its own that I just savored it. Both the proprietress and the head chef were very kind, and I had a pleasant time. I definitely want to go back!! ◆ Recommended for those who ◆ ☑︎ Want to eat in the Arashiyama area ☑︎ Just want to enjoy delicious eel ☑︎ Want to boost energy ☑︎ Value good service ☑︎ Would appreciate Wi-Fi I'm also on Instagram: @ayulogu66 ← Check out my other recommendations there!

The eel was delicious and crispy. You buy a meal ticket at the vending machine style.

I was a bit worried about the reservation time, but when I arrived at the restaurant, they provided excellent service. The eel was incredibly delicious. I will definitely come again. Thank you for the meal!

The grilled eel on rice was very delicious.

The eel was very delicious, but the rice was a bit too hard.

Personally, I recommend this restaurant, although it's a little on the salty side.

Unaju (Grilled Eel Box)

I had hitsumabushi and unagi in a bento box. The prices are relatively high, but the taste is definitely reliable.