Let's confirm the location of Yakkoyakko, which was founded during the era of the 15th shogun Tokugawa Ienari, on a map. The nearest station is 3 minutes walk from Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Tawaramachi Station and about 4 minutes walk from Asakusa Station on the Tsukuba Express. It is also convenient for Asakusa sightseeing, about an 8-minute walk from Asakusa Station on Tobu, Tokyo Metro, and Toei Subway, along Kaminarimon Street. Yakkoyakko is a historic restaurant with valuable existing records. One of them is the "Edomae Oogamayaki Banzukehyo" issued in 1852, which compared the popularity of eel restaurants at the time to a sumo ranking chart. Among the 221 listed restaurants, Yakkoyakko was ranked as the top west Maegashira and in the top ranks of the Makunouchi division. Yakkoyakko has been visited by historical figures such as Katsu Kaishu and John Manjiro, as detailed on their website. The restaurant's presence in literary works is also a characteristic of this long-established establishment. Yakkoyakko's name appears in works such as Natsume Soseki's "The Poppy" and Okamoto Kido's "Han Shichi Catching Case." Due to the New Year season, there was a sign on the storefront saying, "We apologize, but we are currently full." Upon entering the restaurant, I asked, "Can I wait for a seat?" and the brisk and beautiful proprietress immediately replied, "Yes, please disinfect and wait over there." After waiting for about 10 minutes, I was lucky enough to be seated. Since I had just eaten an eel bowl, this time I ordered a small plum dish. The eel and plum dish has arrived. Let's open it up! Here is the eel and plum dish from Yakkoyakko. It had been a while since I had Yakkoyakko's eel, but I felt the well-balanced flavors of the grilled eel, sauce, and rice. It's the power of tradition that has been loved for over 200 years.

I made a reservation for the flower course and received a confirmation call on the day of, which was very nice. The room was spacious, which was great for entertaining. When I want to enjoy eel slowly, I always make a reservation here. This time, the course included eel sashimi and eel rolls were not included, but it came with other dishes like sashimi, and it was a good value. The eel was soft and delicious. Asakusa has many eel restaurants, so I like to try different ones. If you want to enjoy a leisurely meal, this is a satisfying restaurant.

I visited this very historic restaurant and had the eel rice bowl two weeks before the peak season to avoid the crowds. The eel was very tender and delicious. They also offer a 3/4 size eel rice bowl for those who prefer a smaller portion or want to try other dishes. It's not a super popular restaurant, so you can enjoy a relaxed dining experience. However, you can't make a reservation unless it's for a large group. The restaurant has a mix of traditional Japanese and Western style decor, creating a unique atmosphere reminiscent of the Meiji era. I will definitely come back.

I was rejected at another restaurant and really wanted to eat eel, so I came here. There is nothing outstanding, but it has a sense of security as the standard eel dish in Tokyo. It is open at all times, so it's nice that there is no distinction between lunch and dinner.

This is a lunch review. I think it's reasonable to enjoy eel rice at a good cost performance. The taste was also delicious. There was a person enjoying eel while drinking alone, which was nice. It was a late lunch, but it was heartwarming to see the staff enjoying their meals together in the semi-private room.笑

The atmosphere of the restaurant is like a Taisho-era romantic and calm place. Many customers are elderly, giving it a traditional feel. I had the eel rice bowl lunch, which was served in a small portion but the eel was deliciously tender and tasty. The staff were polite and I left satisfied.

Would you like to try the historical eel dish at Asakusa's long-established restaurant, Yakko-san? The restaurant was opened during the era of the 11th shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Ienari. It is said that figures such as Katsu Kaishu and John Manjiro enjoyed the eel at this restaurant. Authors such as Natsume Soseki and Okamoto Kido have also mentioned this restaurant in their novels. The atmosphere of the private rooms on the second floor is charming, and the course menu includes delicious dishes such as sashimi, simmered dishes, and tempura. The eel dish, served in the Kanto style, is steamed to be soft and tender, although slightly greasy. Despite this, the overall cost performance is good, with dessert and drinks included, costing around 10,000 yen per person. As we were leaving, the veteran cashier joked about how the restaurant has become so popular that they are considering selling croissants before opening.

Asakusa (Tawaramachi) is more of an eel restaurant, but they also offer delicious pufferfish tempura and other dishes. The restaurant has a lovely Edo atmosphere with a mix of Taisho retro style. While they offer delicious eel dishes like unaju, unagi rolls, and unagi don, you can also enjoy a special lunch set with sashimi for 3,500 yen or an unagi lunch set for 2,600 yen. The interior is charming and attracts many foreign guests as well. A great place to stop by while exploring Asakusa!

I went for lunch and was seated at a table on the second floor without having to wait in line. Both the first and second floors had only table seating available. The tables seemed to be for two people. I was aware that the price of eel varies depending on the size. The sizes were expressed differently at each restaurant, and this time I chose the "梅 (ume)" size from the options of 椿 (tsubaki), 梅 (ume), 桜 (sakura), and 桐 (kiri). 椿 (tsubaki) was described as being 3/4 the size of a regular eel. I also had eel wrapped in egg. The eel was wrapped in fluffy egg, and I enjoyed the flavors of the eel and egg together. It was delicious. The eel rice bowl was fluffy and the eel was slightly thin, but the balance of sauce and char was perfect, making the rice go down smoothly. It was delicious. The meal came with liver soup and pickles, so I was satisfied with the 梅 (ume) size. Thank you for the meal.

I had been suffering from lower back pain for a week, and yesterday I was so busy at work that I ended up taking my work tools home without realizing it. I only noticed it today at noon! I knew I had to bring them back, so I went back to the office in the evening despite the back pain. I successfully returned the work tools and was about to head home, but my back pain was so severe that I didn't feel like cooking dinner. Instead, I went to the restaurant called "Yatsuroku" in Taharamachi to eat eel. I ordered the plum dish. The sauce was light and the eel was fluffy and delicious! It's much tastier than buying it at the department store and eating it at home! The light flavor makes me crave a beer.

I had the opportunity to visit Asakusa for work and decided to explore an eel restaurant. It was a longstanding establishment! The staff were very kind and I had a relaxing time. The eel was piping hot and fluffy. The sauce was well absorbed, making the rice very delicious. I will definitely go again.

I was thinking about what to have for my birthday meal and I narrowed it down to eel, Western cuisine, and Italian. I had originally planned to have eel on the Day of the Ox, but decided to try a different restaurant instead. When I asked on the day of my birthday, it turned out that eel had already been eaten, but my friend still wanted eel, so we ended up going to this restaurant. We were seated promptly as it was past the lunch rush. I ordered a draft beer and the special lunch set. The draft beer was perfect as a snack. I ended up ordering another draft beer. The eel set came in a small bento box, which was smaller than I had expected. I was a bit surprised, but considering the set price, it was still reasonably priced. I was a bit disappointed that they didn't acknowledge it was my birthday, but it was the birthday person's choice so I understand. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was nice. Overall, it was a good meal.

After passing through Kaminarimon and walking west along Kaminarimon Street for about 4 minutes, you will find Unagi Yacco, a restaurant that first opened during the era of the 11th shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Ienari Tokugawa. It is said that during the end of the Edo period, Katsu Kaishu and John Manjiro enjoyed the eel at this restaurant together. After visiting Sensoji Temple for New Year's prayers, I felt like having a drink and decided to stop by Yacco. Around 5 pm, we were able to get in without waiting. They offer three types of Unagi dishes: Ume for 3,450 yen, Sakura for 4,400 yen, and Kiri for 6,850 yen. While waiting for our order, I had a glass of sake. There are various types of Junmai sake, but I chose the hot Kinkan Kan (590 yen). After about 25 minutes, the Ume and Sakura Unagi dishes arrived. The size of the boxes for Ume and Sakura were different, with the Sakura box being larger, making the eel look smaller. The eel was steamed and then grilled over charcoal, with a light sauce covering it, making it a perfect match with the rice. I tried both the Sakura and Ume dishes, and surprisingly, the Sakura was softer and more delicious. It was a traditional eel dish enjoyed during New Year's.

At the end of the year, I visited Tokyo! I met with a senior business owner who I am grateful to. We met in Asakusa Tawaramachi. We arrived just before the opening time, but there was already a long line! It's truly a famous restaurant! I'm glad we came an hour early. We enjoyed a lavish drinking and dining party in a private room on the second floor during the day! The eel I was looking forward to was easy to cut with chopsticks and had a nice texture, with a flavorful and rich sauce that wasn't too heavy. It was the perfect eel for me. The sashimi was fresh and delicious, making for a meaningful start to the new year. Thank you for the feast!

[Date and Crowdedness] Weekday, around 12:30 pm. Almost full. [Location] A few minutes' walk west from Kaminarimon at Asakusa Station on the subway. [Tried Dish!!] Hitsumabushi Sakura for 4,400 yen. Sakura is an eel bowl made with thick-cut premium eel. I'm more used to the Kansai-style eel with a crispy surface, so I found this a bit lacking, but that's just personal preference. The eel was fluffy and delicious, and the sauce was not too strong, with a light and tasty flavor. I had to wait a few minutes, but the hostess who served us was attentive and made the experience pleasant.

I was drawn in by the sign advertising the 2600 yen Unaju lunch special at this restaurant on Kaminarimon Street. Upon entering, I was seated promptly. I ordered the Unaju lunch set (\2600). The set came with miso soup and pickles. The interior of the restaurant is decorated with stained glass, creating a nice atmosphere with spacious seating arrangements. The Unaju lunch set was served in about 5 minutes, surprisingly quick. The eel was not very thick due to the low price, but it had a tender texture and was delicious. The pickles and miso soup were also tasty. The nostalgic Taisho-era atmosphere adds to the charm of the place.

The restaurant had a historical feel, and the staff were wearing kimonos. The interior of the restaurant was spacious with wide gaps between each table. I had high expectations due to the atmosphere, but the taste was just average. There were no negative points, but it didn't leave a lasting impression or make me want to come back. Maybe I expected too much based on the atmosphere. I don't think I wasted my time by eating there when I wanted to have eel!

Asakusa is a 200-year-old long-established store located on Kaminarimon Street, where historical figures like Katsu Kaishu and John Manjiro have reportedly visited. It is situated at the end of Kaminarimon Street, closest to Tahara Station. The building was renovated about 30 years ago, giving it a new look. The interior has a high-end Chinese restaurant atmosphere, with plenty of staff providing efficient service. For lunch, there are two lunch menu options available. The Unaju lunch is the same as the Tsubaki, except that the liver dish is replaced with soup, resulting in a lower price. The lunch menu didn't offer much of a deal, but since I'm not particularly picky about liver dishes, I opted for the Unaju lunch. The eel was prepared by splitting, steaming, and grilling over Kishu Binchotan charcoal. The eel served that day was said to be from Aichi Prefecture. I ordered: - Unaju lunch for 2600 yen (tax included), which came with soup and pickles. The dish arrived in about 8 minutes, indicating that it wasn't too crowded. It seemed like the eel had been lightly steamed. The eel was served in 5 pieces, which equated to about 3/4 of an eel. However, upon closer inspection, I was disappointed to find that the tail end of the eel looked lifeless. It seemed like the tail end had been steamed a long time ago and lightly grilled again. Despite my high expectations due to its long history, I was disappointed to see such a dish served to customers. I decided to try the belly meat first. It was steamed to a standard level and lightly grilled. The skin was tender, the fat was just right, and the eel's flavor and umami were moderately present. The meat wasn't overcooked, and the quality of the eel and cooking was decent. However, due to being steamed in advance, the meat lacked firmness and the moisture had evaporated, resulting in a lack of fluffiness. It was just a soft eel, as commonly found. Additionally, despite using Kishu Binchotan charcoal, I couldn't detect any smoky aroma, which was disappointing. The sauce was not overly sweet and had a crisp flavor with a good depth. The sauce complemented the eel's taste well and was quite good. However, the tail meat was unacceptable, with dry and crumbly meat and an overly salty sauce. The rice was slightly firm, which paired well with the eel. The taste was ordinary, but the balance with the eel was good. The soup had a delicious broth, and the pickles were well-prepared. This aspect showcased the expertise of a long-established store. Overall, apart from the tail meat, the eel was decently tasty, but nothing extraordinary. The price was slightly high, but it's expected for a long-established store. Despite the historical ambiance, the taste didn't reflect the tradition I was hoping for. I may not visit this store again, especially considering the quality of the tail meat. Thank you for the meal!

I came here for lunch. The lunch set costs 2600 yen. The interior of the restaurant does not look like an eel restaurant. It has a calm atmosphere that is not Japanese-style. The eel in the lunch set seemed thin and lacked thickness. The pickles included were Nara pickles and Shibazuke. The soup served was miso soup.

Mother and I went out together after a long time. We explored Asakusa. She treated me, so I didn't hesitate. Eel has become quite expensive. It's not easy to afford it on my own anymore. This is a long-established restaurant in Tawaramachi. I think I came here when I was young. I'm still young though. Asakusa seems quite empty, maybe because there are no foreign tourists, but this place was crowded. Mother wasn't in the mood for eel, so she ordered a tempura set. I was craving eel, so I got an eel rice bowl. It was hot and humid, so we also had beer. Asakusa must be facing many challenges in various ways. Tokyo was excluded from the GOTO campaign, and there is no inbound tourism. The Tokyo Olympics should have been in full swing right now. It's all that guy's fault. Restaurants must be struggling, but I hope they can overcome this. While thinking about that, the eel rice bowl arrived. It's not huge, but it has a certain elegance, reminiscent of a long-established restaurant. I prefer the Kanto style of steaming and grilling eel. It's plump and fragrant. The eel is soft and delicious, giving me energy. The eel liver after the meal is also satisfying. The service is calm and impeccable. I wish there was a bit more, but it's just enough to leave you wanting more. We'll probably stop for a quick bite during our further exploration of Asakusa. Let's do our best, no matter what.

I had some errands in Asakusa and it was lunchtime, so I decided to have lunch somewhere nice. I checked on Tabelog and decided to go to "Unagi Yakko" because July 21st is the Day of the Ox and I wanted to treat myself in advance. When I arrived at the restaurant, there was no line, so I went inside. It had just opened and there were only a few customers. I ordered a medium-sized draft beer, "uzaku" (eel with vinegar), and deep-fried shrimp and corn fritters. The draft beer arrived quickly and I enjoyed it while waiting for the food. The uzaku was a refreshing combination of vinegar and eel, perfect for pairing with alcohol. The deep-fried shrimp and corn fritters were crispy on the outside and filled with the delicious flavors of shrimp and corn. They were served with salt for dipping, and they were really tasty. I finished my beer and ordered a highball and the "Unaju" (grilled eel on rice). The highball arrived promptly, and I enjoyed it with the uzaku and fritters. The Unaju was made with thick, fatty eel and it was incredibly delicious. The eel was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. I sprinkled some sansho pepper on top and savored every bite. The rice was lightly seasoned and soaked up the sauce beautifully. The meal also came with eel liver and pickles, which were a nice touch. Before I knew it, I had finished every last bite. It was a truly satisfying meal. As I was leaving, the restaurant was now full of customers. It's definitely a popular spot!