Azabu Shiki Hatanodai store
Specialty store for domestic eel and Shimonoseki tiger blowfish
We have a menu with seasonal ingredients such as meat dishes and seafood dishes.
*Eel** is one of Japan’s most beloved and traditional delicacies. With over a thousand years of history, eel has become a symbol of luxury, health and seasonal celebration in Japan. Whether you’re used to Japanese cuisine or trying Japanese cuisine for the first time, you should definitely try the rich and flavorful eel you’ve never tasted before.
What is eel?
Unagi is a Japanese freshwater eel that is typically served grilled with a flavorful sauce. It is characterized by its soft texture and flavor. Traditionally, eel is cooked as “kabayaki”. This is filleted eel, grilled and coated with a sweet soy-based sauce. This dish is often served over rice, giving it a perfect balance of flavors. Eel is not only delicious, but also known for its high nutritional value. Packed with protein, vitamins, and healthy fats, it’s a great energy booster, especially during Japan’s hot summers.
The over 400-year-old traditional method of cooking eel dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868), when it became a popular dish among the people of Edo (present-day Tokyo). Eel was worshiped as a source of power, and the custom of eating it was born. The custom of eating eel on the Midsummer Day of the Ox continues to this day. Many people believe that eel is effective in relieving fatigue during the hot and humid summer months.
【Address】
1F Ikoi Building, 3-11-6 Hatanodai, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
【TEL】
03-6338-3657
【Business Hours】
Lunch
[Monday to Friday] 11:30 – 14:00 (Last order 13:30)
[Saturday, Sunday, Holidays] 11:30 – 15:00 (Last order 14:00)
Dinner
17:00 – 22:00 (Last order 21:00)
Closed: Irregular holidays
