Established in 1897 during the Meiji era, this long-standing eel wholesaler is located across the street from a wholesaler, paying close attention to quality and freshness. They source the best eels from eel farms nationwide, ensuring the best quality at the time. They do not handle wild eels, taking environmental considerations into account. Each day, they allow the eels to expel mud for 1-2 days in a local water source, tightening their bodies before processing only the amount needed for that day. This is just their usual practice, but you can feel the dedication of this long-standing establishment. I visited after a long time, making a reservation 5 days in advance to secure a table on the first floor. While I usually prefer the tatami room on the second floor, having a table was a nice change. Eel restaurants are abundant in Tokyo, but this one, run by a wholesaler, offers a generous course at a reasonable price. I usually go for the mid-range course priced at 10,000 yen, but this time, due to a mix-up, I ended up with the 8,300 yen course. It included grilled eel and eel rice bowl, so I was satisfied. The course consisted of eel bone crackers, grilled eel liver, grilled eel, half-body grilled eel, eel rice bowl, soup, pickles, and fruit. Since my reservation was not properly recorded, they also added grilled chicken skewers as a service. The eel liver was large, the grilled eel had a crispy texture, and the eel rice bowl with rice, sauce, and sansho pepper was a delightful combination. It made me grateful for being Japanese. Overall, it was delicious, but I couldn't help but feel that the usual course would have been more satisfying. There was a noticeable difference of 1,700 yen, which made me realize the significance of it. I felt like I couldn't eat anymore after this meal, savoring the luxury of enjoying a whole eel and a half. I will definitely confirm my reservation details next time. I may sound indulgent, but I was truly satisfied with the experience. Thank you for the meal.

Located a 3-minute walk from Suehirocho Station on the Ginza Line. I made a reservation for the course at 6:00 p.m. on a weekday and visited. The second-floor tatami room had a nice scent of tatami. They have a wide variety of Japanese sake drinks. Every dish was delicious and satisfying. I chose the Kansai-style shiroyaki, which was delicious. The unadon with a refreshing sauce was excellent. The grilled liver was also fantastic. Truly a long-established restaurant. I was full. Next time, I will choose the Yanagawa hot pot.

When I entered the restaurant just after it opened on Saturday, the waitress asked me if I wanted to try the eel bowl, which was a limited item priced at 1700 yen. By the time I left 40 minutes later, the eel bowl was already sold out. The third floor where I was seated had a clean and neat atmosphere with several tables. Initially, I only planned to have the eel bowl and liver sashimi, but seeing other customers enjoying themselves with beer and grilled liver, I ended up ordering a bottle of beer, grilled liver, and tuna with green onion. The eel bowl was satisfyingly plump considering the price, but what really stood out was the grilled liver, which had a slight bitterness and a crispy, fragrant texture. The prompt and cheerful service provided by the waitress added to the pleasant dining experience, making it a perfect place for a meal with friends or family that you haven't seen in a while.

At Unagi Kubota in Suehirocho, I had the special medium-sized bowl with grilled eel, grilled eel sushi rolls, and Yanaigawa hot pot, a dish that has been served since the Meiji era. It was my first visit for Saturday lunch. I didn't make a reservation and the restaurant was full, so I had to wait in the waiting area inside. Finally, I was seated at a table for one, even though there were two of us. The grilled eel was slightly firm with a good texture and no muddy taste. The eel bowl, with eel in two layers, was served in less than 10 minutes. The seasoning was subtle, allowing the natural flavor of the ingredients to shine. The portion was generous, and the quality of the eel was excellent. The table was a bit small and made it hard to eat comfortably, so next time I'll make a reservation before visiting.

In early August. Today, I had lunch with a senior colleague from work. We had eel rice bowls at Kubota in Suehirocho, to celebrate the midsummer day of the ox. It's surprising to find such a long-standing eel restaurant near Akihabara, dating back to the Meiji era. Across the street, there is an eel wholesaler. The eels are undoubtedly fresh. When you enter the restaurant, the staff politely escorts you to your table. It's a very elegant place. I, being a commoner, get nervous when treated so politely (laughs). Since I was with a senior colleague from work, they kindly treated us (thank you!). So, I believe we had the special eel rice bowl set. It came with miso soup and pickles. By the way, I checked their website and learned that they have a rice bran bed in the basement, and the pickles we casually enjoyed are one of the restaurant's specialties. The eel was tender and soft, but not too fluffy, allowing you to taste the eel's texture. The sauce is not too thick, with a refreshing taste. It's a very delicious eel rice bowl (it's difficult to describe the deliciousness of eel in words... awkward smile). I silently enjoyed the delicious eel and finished it in no time (laughs). I had a very delicious eel rice bowl. Thank you for treating us. Thank you for the meal.

The eel was plump and moist, absolutely delicious. The sansho pepper added a nice accent with its spiciness. The liver skewer was divine. It was recommended by the staff and it was truly a great choice. I would love to visit the restaurant again.

I arrived before 11:05, there were also foreign tourists, and I was the 24th in line. I thought the lunch-only eel bowl would be sold out, but it seemed like most people were ordering the lunch course, so I managed to get the 20th ticket, lucky me! The eel in the eel bowl (made with top quality eel) was tender and juicy. The sauce was light and elegant. It was very delicious, and I wanted to eat more eel. Next time, I'll try the eel on rice dish! The rice was firm and the sauce was light. I prefer softer rice with lots of sauce. Just pouring this elegant and not too sweet or spicy sauce over the rice seems delicious. I also want to try the liver, pickles, eel roll, and eel bone crackers one by one next time. The restaurant has seating up to the 3rd floor, and the seats are spacious. The staff were very attentive to detail.

I visited this eel restaurant on a Tuesday after a long weekend, having made a reservation 10 days in advance and securing the last available seat. The eel restaurant remains popular as ever. I wonder how many years and how many times I have been here. As the Day of the Ox approaches, I start to crave eel. This year, I visited Kanda (UnaSho), Nihonbashi (Izumoya), and here at Kubota. They are all delicious, but Kubota feels familiar and comforting. The sauce is not too light, but has a gentle touch. The texture is not overly soft, just right. I already want to come back for more. The grilled eel liver costs 1000 yen per piece, but it is worth it. I enjoy the eel liver and eel roll here. Eel lovers are always searching for their own taste while seeking out new flavors. My favorite eel is here. It is truly delicious. Thank you for the meal.

I finished work and headed to Tsubame-yu for a bath. After getting out of the bath, I planned to have a meal, but then I saw a sign saying "Eel bowl, limited to lunch hours, 1700 yen!" as I passed by. Of course I had to go! It seems like this place also supplies eel dishes to catering services and department stores. When I peeked into the kitchen, there were already a large number of grilled eel skewers! I placed my order and it arrived in just 5 minutes! I couldn't wait for 50 minutes! The eel was grilled to perfection with a refined sauce. Next time, I will try upgrading to a higher quality dish.

We had lunch with our family at Nagikubota, a short distance from Matsubara-cho Station. We ordered a Kansai-style grilled eel and unagi bowl at a eel restaurant that is great for families with children. The limited unagi bowl had a perfect balance of sauce and a strong eel flavor, with a delicious aroma. The Kanto-style grilled eel was fatty and delicious when eaten with soy sauce and wasabi, perfect with sake. The Kansai-style grilled eel had a crispy texture and was also amazing with soy sauce and wasabi, especially paired with beer. The dishes were served quickly after ordering, which was great for us with children. The restaurant also has private rooms, making it convenient for families with children. We had a delicious meal today as well.

It had been a while since my last visit. I arrived for a late lunch, so the limited 20 servings of eel bowl were already sold out. I decided to try the special deluxe eel bowl for the first time, priced at 4600 yen. The eel was indeed thick and delicious. The sauce was mild, but they provided extra sauce on the side for you to add more yourself.

A delicious restaurant that I want to keep secret. This is a two-tiered bowl of rice topped with eel that is steamed and grilled over charcoal. The eel is tender and the sauce is not too sweet or too spicy. It's not overly thick, but rather has a smooth texture. Although I don't have a photo, the eel bone crackers are the best I've ever had. I also enjoy the vinegar dish with small pieces of skin. They don't answer the phone easily until 11 am, so I recommend making a reservation the day before. The staff is very polite and I love this place.

Visited for a reception. The store is housed in a huge, modern building, which was a bit surprising. Upon entering, the atmosphere of a renowned eel restaurant was preserved. We tried various eel dishes, and the eel here has a lightly flavored sauce that is very delicious. The quality of the eel is undoubtedly top-notch. They also offer a wide variety of drinks. One thing to note is that we used a private room, and there is a buzzer that seems to be a signal for serving dishes, but it can be a bit loud. It's a little distracting even when having a quiet conversation, so I hope they can improve that. Eel can be enjoyed not only at night but also during the day, so I will definitely visit again.

I really like eel rice bowls, but I can't eat them often because they might cause heartburn and they are quite expensive. Currently, living alone in Tokyo, I have decided to eat eel rice bowls once every three months. I choose a restaurant to visit during the weekend daytime. Even if I find a place delicious, I don't visit it repeatedly. The excitement of trying new restaurants and the anticipation of different flavors win over. There are plenty of restaurants in Tokyo, so visiting a few times a year means I will never run out of options. On this day, I visited this particular restaurant. I walked from Akihabara to get there. The restaurant is located inside a building on a main street, and the exterior of the building is a dark blue color, which is quite unique for an eel restaurant. I was told to go to the third floor after informing them that I was dining alone. There didn't seem to be an elevator. I climbed the stairs, took off my shoes in the shoe removal area, and went up to a tatami room with table seating (not a low table). At this time, there were still few customers, so I didn't notice, but when I finished my meal and went downstairs, I realized that there were quite a few shoes placed in the shoe removal area without shoe racks. Of course, the shoes were neatly arranged, but some shoes were placed far away from the shoe removal area and it was impossible to put on my shoes without stepping on other shoes. The restaurant is quite spacious for an eel restaurant in a building, but I wonder if they could make a little more effort... I ordered the special eel rice bowl set (5,100 yen). Since it's eel, I had to wait for a while. I read a paperback book. Now, about the eel rice bowl, despite being a special set, the size of the eel was not that big, and the thickness of the meat was not impressive either. I was a little disappointed as I had considered getting the regular eel rice bowl set (4,200 yen). The lunch box was quite shallow, and the amount of rice was modest. Fortunately, there was sauce on the table (it may have been brought with the meal) so I poured it over and added some. Otherwise, it felt a bit bland. Overall, the generosity was not so great for a downtown restaurant. It would have been nice if the eel rice bowl had a bit more eel and rice. The taste itself was not bad, but... it felt like it was lacking a bit of refinement and satisfaction. The service was good, the elderly woman on that floor was polite and I liked her, but the staff at the checkout on the first floor was lacking. It's a place where money is exchanged, so it would be better if they were a bit more friendly and welcoming. Even if it's just for show, they didn't seem pleasant.

Eel is a challenge for our team. I love eel, but I am a light eater who can only handle half a portion, while my friend is a big eater who loves eel. The ideal situation would be to share an eel dish with a slightly larger portion. Both of us struggle with eating the same thing repeatedly. I am a strong meat eater, while my friend is more into fish. We both struggle with seafood like sashimi, but fried dishes are more manageable. We both love eel, but our eating styles are quite different. It seems like there is no chance for our mismatched team to win. We visited a restaurant where they use high-quality eel from Kubota, and I wanted to treat my friend who loves eel. Even though I am not very interested in going out to eat, the only reason I decided to go was to satisfy my friend's love for eel. We struggled to climb to the third floor of the restaurant, and once there, we found the menu with various eel dishes. The price of eel dishes has increased, and there is a lunch special for a limited number of eel bowls using high-quality eel. My friend, who is a light eater and loves eel, seemed regretful for making me climb all the way to the third floor. The restaurant also offers chicken dishes for those who are not fond of eel. We tried the eel bowl and the chicken teriyaki bowl, but the chicken dish was not as flavorful as expected. Overall, the eel bowl was rated higher than the chicken dish.

During lunchtime, this restaurant offers limited quantities of delicious eel rice bowls at affordable prices starting from 11 am every day. If you have a large group, don't worry as there is a second floor available. They also have private rooms, making it a great place for business dinners. As a fan of eel dishes, I love the charcoal flavor here. Be sure to give it a try.

I made a reservation for a course and enjoyed it in a private room on the second floor. I couldn't finish the meal, so I had the grilled eel packed to go. They also wrapped up the leftover tempura for me to take home. There were two types of grilled eel, Kansai-style and Kanto-style, and I found the Kansai-style more delicious with its fragrant flavor. The Kanto-style grilled eel was more plump. They had a wide selection of sake, which was a great choice for sake lovers.

Kubota provides a stable dining experience. Today's lunch course includes adding a grilled dish. You can compare the Kanto-style and Kansai-style dishes. Both are delicious and go perfectly with the Kubota sake! We also enjoyed a tasting of three different types of sake, including some limited edition varieties. Thank you for another wonderful meal!

Eel for a business dinner. There are private rooms available, making it suitable for business meetings. There are different grades of eel available, with varying thickness. This time, we had the middle grade, which was delicious with a crispy texture. I ordered extra rice, but ended up feeling very full. The rice portion was actually quite large, so a regular size would have been enough. The food came out relatively quickly, so it seems they don't prepare the eel right after ordering.

Kubota provided a stable dining experience. Today, there weren't many types of new sake available, but I still enjoyed various unique sakes like the cloudy "Echigo". I started with bone senbei as an appetizer, then refreshed my palate with pickled vegetables, and enjoyed grilled white fish with wasabi and salt for a light taste. Finally, I had eel over rice for my main dish. The greenish mountain pepper here has a wonderful aroma, and just with this pepper and salt, the sake goes down smoothly. Thank you for the meal.

I had made a phone reservation in advance, so I was able to enter smoothly. The restaurant is managed by an eel shop, so the cost performance is good, similar to Shibano Takashi. However, Shibano Takashi only opens on weekdays, and if there are many customers waiting to enter, it can be difficult to get a seat. Today, I refrained from drinking alcohol because I was going to donate blood, so I had the famous liver grill and yakitori combo, along with a lunch bowl to fill my stomach. Next time, I think I'll try the eel bowl. There are many types of alcohol available, so I always have a hard time deciding.