ICHITARO
A prestigious eel cuisine restaurant with a sophisticated appearance that catches the eye. The nearest station is Shinnihonbashi, but it is also within walking distance from Kanda, Kodenmacho, Mitsukoshimae, and other stations. I visited without a reservation around 6 pm on a weekday. However, it seemed that reservation customers kept coming in, so it might be better to make a reservation if possible. The "Unaju (eel rice box)" comes in 5 varieties. The price is the same whether it comes with rice or without rice. "Fumizuki" (3,190 yen), "Nagatsuki" (4,840 yen), "Shimozuki" (5,940 yen), "Yayoi" (7,370 yen), "Mutsuki" (8,800 yen), and "Gokujou" (11,000 yen). "Fumizuki," "Nagatsuki," and "Shimozuki" have different sizes with one eel each. "Yayoi" and "Mutsuki" have one and a half eels each with a size difference. "Gokujou" is prepared after ordering, so it takes about an hour to serve. The "Unadon" comes in 3 varieties. "Kodon" (2,310 yen), "Chu-ire don" (5,170 yen), "Ikadadon" (5,280 yen). Kimosui (300 yen) and Akadashi (400 yen) are extra. In addition, there are various set meals including eel and sashimi, starting from 9,350 yen. As expected from an eel cuisine restaurant, there is also a wide variety of side dishes. I also noticed the abundant lineup of Japanese sake. The menu listed about 30 types of sake. I ordered the "Unaju (Shimozuki)" with a large eel. It arrived in about 10 minutes. The Edo-style eel was grilled to a crispy brown color over charcoal. Despite being labeled "large," it was not particularly big and the thickness of the meat was somewhat thin, but it still retained a firm texture. It seemed to have been steamed for a short time, as it was not the soft, flaky type. The sauce was rich with a deep sweetness, which I quite liked, making the eel simply delicious. The price may seem a bit high, but it is a suitable place for elegant occasions such as business entertainment or dining.

