Nasushiobara, Tochigi, Japan｜旭亭

Don't underestimate it as an eel restaurant in a tourist spot. When I entered the store, it felt like a cafeteria, and I thought, "Is it okay?" It takes about 25 minutes to be served, but I was able to sit in the back seat with a good view without any previous customers, so I was able to enjoy the murmuring of the river and the scenery, so it was a relaxing time. The eel had no odor and the taste of the sauce was satisfactory. It is a slightly soft texture rather than fluffy. There is also Shirayaki, and you can feel the scent of sake along with the taste of eel. There were white-grilled condiments and Japanese pepper. If you have time, it is recommended.

The charred skin and the fragrant taste combined with the plumpness of the meat and the delicious sauce are irresistible. It's hard to come across such grilled eel.

The eel that is steamed in the hot spring and then grilled was very delicious. It takes a little time to bake after ordering, but I think it's a natural process to enjoy delicious food, and it's not hard to wait because of the murmuring of the river outside and the waterfall. The meat is plump and has some grill marks, so it's a little crispy, and the sauce is also good. The Japanese pepper that comes with it is also flavorful and a good combination! It is a shop I want to visit again.