The menu has been updated, with eel rice bowls being differentiated between "Fuku" and "Kichi" based on the amount of eel. Unfortunately, the eel chicken dish has been discontinued. Today, there were about 20 people waiting at 10:30 when the restaurant opened, and by the time it opened, there were about 40 people waiting. I ordered the "Fuku" eel rice bowl for ¥4300 and a souvenir for ¥2500. Surprisingly, there was almost no wait time after entering the restaurant. The eel was delicious with a good amount of fat, and the sauce was just right. The liver sashimi was served hot. The eel was flavorful and the pickles were tasty. I hope the restaurant will reopen on Saturdays as I can't come on weekdays. Thank you for the meal!

On weekends and Wednesdays, the popular restaurant Wa Tomo is closed. It's a high hurdle to get in as they usually sell out by mid-morning. But today, I have the day off due to a rare night shift, so I arrived before 10 am to find already over 10 people in line. However, I'm not lonely today as I brought my daughter along. They opened early at 11 am, and I managed to get in on the second round of seating. Despite the heat, a cold beer and the visually stunning unagi-donburi made my day. The unagi was plump and fragrant, with two pieces plus a "pillow" of more unagi. It also came with liver and pickles for a great price. I am completely satisfied. The person next to me ordered the unagi-donburi (you can choose between a bowl or a set) with an extra large portion for an additional 100 yen. There was so much rice, they couldn't finish it.

My partner's birthday. My partner took a day off, so we went to eat eel rice bowls from lunch. This time we went to "Unagi Wato" in Shin-Koiwa. We arrived about an hour before the opening time and were surprised to see about 20 people already lined up! Truly the power of TV show effect! I was amazed and looked at the long line with distant eyes. But I persevered! After waiting for an hour and a half, we finally got in! They had sizes like medium and large, and I chose medium because the large looked too big for me. But when it arrived, I couldn't help but burst out laughing because it was unexpectedly huge! Eel was literally spilling out of the bowl! But I managed to finish it all! I was really stuffed, but the taste was great. The eel was flavorful and tender, and I could have eaten more. They also provide extra sauce, so I didn't get tired of the taste. It was incredibly delicious! It was huge, though. I'm done with lining up in the summer, but I'll definitely go back when it cools down. Thank you for the meal!! ■ Shop Information - Unagi Wato - Address: 1-3-20 Chuo, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo - Budget: ¥4000-¥5000 - Business Hours: [Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri] 11:00-14:00 (L.O. 13:45) - Closed on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays - Cash only - All seats are non-smoking.

Unagi (eel) rice bowl for 4300 yen with slightly more rice for an extra 50 yen. The bowl includes 4 large pieces of eel plus some extra, equivalent to about 4.5 pieces. The eel is cooked lightly and fluffy, with not much sauce provided so you may need to add more yourself. The eel has a lot of fat, so you might want to add more flavor, but the portion is quite large so it's a bit of a dilemma. The rice is cooked with less starch and matches well with the bowl. The portion is equivalent to about 1.6-1.7 regular bowls, which is a lot. The miso soup includes tofu and mitsuba (Japanese parsley), while the pickles consist of cucumber and daikon radish. The pickles are a great palate cleanser after the large eel bowl. The restaurant was crowded with a waiting line of 38 people on a Friday after Obon holiday, with a temperature of 32 degrees Celsius. Some people brought their own chairs, and almost everyone had a parasol. The line along the parking lot had some shade and concrete steps to sit on. The restaurant started confirming orders at 10:10, and by 10:27 the waitlist had around 53 people. The restaurant put up a sold-out sign around this time. Customers started being seated around 10:50, and the line extended all the way to the corner of the intersection. I was seated at 12:45 and received my bowl at 12:50, finishing my meal by 13:10. Last time, I arrived early and got in, but this time I arrived later and they were sold out. Due to the post-Obon and post-COVID rush, it seems you have to come early to get a seat. After the meal, I realized I had forgotten my wallet, so I had to go back home to get it and return to pay at 16:50. I ended up spending a total of 12 hours for two trips, which was quite a hassle. If I go back next time, I'll probably go for a regular portion instead.

I wanted to fulfill my desire to eat as much domestic eel as I could until I was satisfied, so I visited Uoya, a restaurant that offers just that! I ordered the Unaju Fukui for ¥4300, which came with Kagoshima eel grilled over charcoal. The eel was plump and cooked to perfection, with double the usual amount on top - two whole eels, and even eel cuts underneath to ensure you enjoy eel with every bite of rice. They also provided extra sauce for dipping, allowing you to savor the flavors until the last bite. The pickles served on the side helped cleanse the palate between bites. I highly recommend this place for eel lovers. It's hard to find such satisfaction from an Unaju anywhere else. I would love to visit again. As they tend to sell out, it's best to visit before opening hours.

Visit date: August 15th I was planning to visit a local eel restaurant called "Nemoto" with my golf buddy and foodie friend H, as usual. Since it was Obon season, I was unsure if the restaurant would be open or not, so I checked X (formerly Twitter) early in the morning on the day of our visit. To my surprise, there was a notice saying "temporary closure"! We quickly discussed where to have lunch via LINE, and since we were in the mood for eel, I suggested "Unagi Wami," a place I had bookmarked before, and H agreed to it. There were reviews saying that they might sell out by around 10:30, so we decided to act fast. We arrived at the restaurant at 9:22 AM, and there were already 10 people in line. Luckily, we managed to get in after the first round. Around 10:10 AM, a female staff member went around to confirm the number of people and if anyone wanted takeout, and at 10:15 AM, a sign saying "Sold out for today" was put up. By then, there were about 35 people lined up behind me. It was a good decision to act early. Around 10:40 AM, customers were guided into the restaurant in order, and we were seated at 10:46 AM. The restaurant had counter seats for 3, tables for 2, and tables for 4. We were quickly asked for our order, and both of us ordered the "Unaju (Fuku) 4300 yen *with liver and pickles." Our unaju was served around 11:16 AM, about 20 minutes after ordering. The lid of the box was slightly raised, showing a generous portion of eel inside. When we opened it, we found two whole eels packed tightly. Some reviews mentioned it as a large portion of unaju, so I had high expectations. The amount and the richness of the eel were good, but compared to my local restaurant, the eel was smaller, thinner, and the sauce was lighter, which was not quite to my liking. Thank you for the meal.

The line was even longer than last time. I ordered the Hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice) set. As usual, the amount of rice was incredible, with two and a half eels included. I decided to eat half and take the rest home. The eel liver soup today was a bit bland. I think next time I'll come when it's cooler as waiting in the heat is tough. Thank you for the meal!

8/1 (Tuesday) 9:45 - Arrived, already 14 people in line 10:45 - Started letting customers into the restaurant, with over 30 people waiting in line at that point 11:18 - First person finishes their meal inside the restaurant 11:31 - Ordered the Unaju set (4300 yen) 11:40 - Unagi is visible from above, with 4 pieces on top and another 1.5 pieces underneath. The rice is filled up to the edge of the container, so those who can't eat a lot can request a smaller portion. Ordered the Unaju set, liver sashimi, and pickles (cucumber, daikon, cabbage?). The eel is fragrant and the meat is tender. The rice was slightly soft. While eating, overheard a conversation in the restaurant mentioning "43 people waiting". Finished the meal feeling satisfied. Thank you for the meal.

Here, I endured the scorching heat and waited patiently. I arrived a little before 11 o'clock, and immediately realized I had made a mistake. But I couldn't give up after coming this far... I reached the end of a long line, only to be told that they had run out of food for the day, with just five people behind me. Amongst a line of mostly older men, I worried that someone might collapse from heatstroke. While staying hydrated and seeking shade, we finally reached our turn after 1 o'clock. By that point, I felt a sense of camaraderie with those who had endured the wait with me. We made eye contact, and when the eel rice bowls arrived at the table next to us, we shared in the surprise and then focused on finishing our own meals. The fact that the eel was double-layered was truly impressive. My dream of tasting it had finally come true, and both my heart and stomach were full.

I had heard that there was an amazing eel rice bowl, but it exceeded my expectations. I ended up waiting for about 2 hours in the scorching heat, but it was worth it in the end. I decided to go for the deluxe eel rice bowl (4300 yen) and also ordered a beer, bringing the total to 4900 yen. When the lid of the box was lifted, I was surprised by the generous amount of eel piled on top of the rice. The quality of the eel was excellent, with a perfect balance of sweetness in the sauce. I dug into the rice, taking big bites of the delicious eel. I sprinkled plenty of sansho pepper on top and enjoyed the eel and rice together with a beer. It was a luxurious dining experience. For those who couldn't finish their meal, they were given a takeout box. The eel in the rice bowl was three times the usual amount, the rice was double, and the price was 1.5 times, making it a popular choice. I was amazed and felt happy to be able to enjoy such a satisfying eel rice bowl. It was a delightful meal!

Thursday: The weather was uncertain, with a chance of rain but it hadn't started yet. I wondered if this kind of day would result in a slow start, but I headed there anyway. I arrived at 9:50 am, only to find that three people were already in line. I became the fourth person in line, and soon enough, a long line had formed in front of the shop. By 10:30 am, the staff came out to confirm the number of people and if we were taking out. Around 10:45 am, they started seating people earlier than expected! I ordered the eel rice bowl, and it didn't take long for it to arrive. The portion was huge, as expected, and the eel was tender and easy to cut with chopsticks. Although I didn't find the skin crispy, the eel paired perfectly with the rice. The eel sauce was also provided, allowing for a change in flavor to a stronger taste. The rice portion was generous, so some people may prefer to order less. All of this for only 4300 yen including tax is a great deal. When I left the restaurant, there were about 20 people waiting outside. If you plan to go, arrive early!

The difference between "Una-ju" (Yoshi) and "Una-ju" (Fuku) is just one eel fillet versus two. As an eel lover, I naturally asked for the two-fillet option (Fuku). However, aside from the eel, the white rice portion seemed to be a double serving, which I couldn't finish in line with the recent SDGs. The eel was fluffy and tender, with a thin skin that wasn't bothersome. When picked up with chopsticks, the flesh was so soft that it crumbled, but the fat content was lacking. Additionally, the sauce was on the lighter side, so it didn't satisfy my preference for eel with a rich, sweet sauce. Overall, I was satisfied with the meal, but next time I'll opt for the (Yoshi) option.

This was my first time visiting this place. I arrived almost at opening time, but the restaurant was already full and I had to wait in line outside. I was seated inside after about 30 minutes, which was good because it was raining. I ordered the large size of the eel bowl. It arrived in about 15 minutes and I was surprised by how big it was. It was a perfect large portion for just an additional 100 yen. The taste was exactly to my liking, and I enjoyed it while adding extra sauce. The cost performance is excellent.

I had una-juu no fuku (eel over rice) for lunch. It was just right with the sauce on top. The portion was generous but I managed to finish it all. After that, I didn't feel hungry at all so I skipped dinner. The pickled vegetables were delicious with a perfect balance of flavors.

I finally visited this restaurant that I had been curious about! Be prepared to wait for about an hour. I recommend ordering the special unagi (eel) rice bowl! When you open the lid of the bowl, you'll be surprised to see two eels and a generous amount of rice filling up the bowl. The eel is soft and fluffy, and you can savor one eel at a time by moving it to the top lid. Most customers ask for a takeout container to pack the leftovers. If you want to enjoy delicious eel, I highly recommend this place. Thank you for the meal!

9:54 Arrived with 7 other men, all of us are middle-aged (including myself). I wonder if Wafu-san is popular among men? The sun occasionally shines, but the pleasant breeze makes waiting not too difficult. 10:38 Are they in eel production mode now? The sweet smell of the eel sauce burning is starting to waft in. 10:45 The first group enters. 10:50 The first batch of customers, including myself, consisted of 8 people. The interior of the restaurant is comfortable with the air conditioning. Today, I want to indulge in eel, so I ordered the Unaju Fukufuku. The food was served in just over 20 minutes (in reality, 10 minutes since I entered before the official opening). The lid is not closed properly. Open the Unaju~ The neatly folded high-density grilled eel looks delightful. Look at the thickness of this eel from the side. Ah~ Wafu does not disappoint, it's the best. First, take a bite of the eel as it melts in your mouth. Steamed and grilled, the classic Kanto-style eel is delicious. Drizzle some light sauce, sprinkle some sansho pepper, and take a bite... delicious. Take a bite with rice... so tasty. Munching the eel with rice. Even after eating, there is still plenty left. When eating Unaju at other restaurants, a strategy to eat the rice while saving the eel is necessary, but not at Wafu-san! You can eat instinctively without worrying. Midway through, cleanse your palate with pickled ginger. It's calming. Once again, conquer the eel, but be careful not to have more eel than rice. Finished in about 20 minutes. Feeling happily full with eel. If you don't mind waiting in line, Wafu-san is the only choice for eel.

I recommend this place when you want to eat a hearty eel meal. [Nearest station] 20 minutes walk from Shin-Koiwa Station [Visit time] Tuesday, around 10:20 am [Wait time] 40 minutes [Number of people] 1 [Order content] Eel rice bowl I waited outside for about 30 minutes before ordering, and it took about 30 minutes to be served. I expected a large portion, but the flavor wasn't too strong, so it was surprisingly easy to eat. You can take home any leftovers, so I recommend ordering the larger portion. It's recommended when you have extra time. The fluffy eel gives a great sense of satisfaction. Thank you for the meal!

I went to Wafu in Edogawa-ku, which is said to be the "Jiro of the eel world." Ever since it was introduced on a TV show, the popularity of this restaurant has only grown, with the line getting longer each year before opening. I hadn't been here in about 5-6 years. I arrived at 10:10 and there were already 10 people ahead of me. The restaurant opened around 10:30, and I was able to get in after a 15-minute wait. It was a bit warm today, so I ordered the eel rice bowl set with a large bottle of beer. I started with the beer and appetizer while waiting... The appetizer was a sweet soup with clams, bamboo shoots, seaweed, and fish roe, and it was delicious. With my second beer, the eel rice bowl set arrived! Just as I expected, the lid was overflowing with eel. When I opened it, there was eel piled high everywhere. There were 4 folded eel pieces on top, and another layer of eel slices underneath, so no matter where you scoop from, you get at least 3 layers of eel. I remember there used to be a layer of eel inside the rice as well, but now it's only on the surface. The eel itself was... so tender and melts in your mouth! It was even more delicious than before, I could feel the improvement. Despite the huge portion, I could finish it all in no time. The sauce was the same as before, not too thick and more on the light side. I thought it might get thicker over time, but maybe the light consistency is the restaurant's policy. With the generous portion, a thicker sauce might be too heavy. Overall, if waiting in line isn't a bother for you, Wafu is a restaurant where you can enjoy a satisfying eel rice bowl.

Arrived 30 minutes before the usual opening time of 11am. Already a line of about 20 people. Entered the restaurant at 11:30am. Last time I came here, about six months ago, there was only one type of eel rice bowl, but now there are two: "Fuku" and "Kichi." It seems they have gone back to the old menu. I ordered the "Fuku" eel rice bowl. It arrived in about 15 minutes. As always, it's amazing. The eel is amazing, and the portion of rice is amazing too. I would come here even if it's far away.

I went again to Kazutomo! I was the 10th customer at 10:10. I ordered the eel and 2 cups of sake. They brought out the pickled vegetables first, and I enjoyed them while waiting. It was served in about 30 minutes. Wow, the presentation was amazing. And the taste of the eel was truly authentic to the downtown area. The eel bowl was perfect with no complaints. It was delicious, I will definitely come back! (^_^)/

It takes nearly an hour by car from my home, so I can't go often, but I've decided that this is the place for eel. There are 5-6 pipe chairs in front of the store, but I have never sat in them. No matter how early I come, I'm always 7th or 8th in line. But the excitement starts from here. The smell of eel being grilled is irresistible. I order the eel rice box and wait for a while. I am very satisfied with the volume of the box, with the lid lifting up. My partner and I take the remaining eel home in a free pack. Many customers do the same. I wonder when I will come next.