Unagi Sakuraya
Mishima
Restaurant in Mishima, Japan
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Tabelog Unagi 100 recognition three times over, charcoal-grilled eel in the Kansai style, and pricing under JPY 5,000 make this Mishima institution the clearest choice for travelers seeking award-level unagi without Tokyo's waits or expense. Phone-reservable, family-friendly, and a one-minute walk from Mishima-Hirokoji Station.
About Unagi Sakuraya
Unagi Sakuraya is a Mishima venue with a price range of JPY 4,000–4,999 and casual dress. It is in the Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024, giving travelers a clear, grounded reason to consider it in Mishima.
What to Order and When to Visit
The restaurant is recognized in the unagi category, so Unagi Sakuraya is best considered by diners interested in that category in Mishima.
For timing, no hours or lunch/dinner schedule are available. The dress code is casual, so no formal attire is indicated.
How It Compares in Mishima
Unagi Sakuraya stands out for its Mishima location, JPY 4,000–4,999 price range, casual dress code, and Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024 recognition. Other comparative names include BAR YUMOTO, Fukutarou Honpo, Karaage Waka Tori, ROBATA GRILL L'EAU, and Tenhou.
If your priority is an unagi-recognized listing in Mishima at the stated price band, Unagi Sakuraya is the clearest match.
Our full Mishima restaurants guide can help place Unagi Sakuraya alongside other dining options, but this guide focuses on the key details presented.
Planning details
- Location
- 静岡県三島市広小路町13-2
- Website
- sakura-ya.net
- Phone
- +81559754520
Venue details
Ambiance
Traditional Japanese house-style restaurant with tatami rooms and table seating, typically busy with queues forming before opening yet run with efficient, courteous service and a warm, classic atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Sake, Beer, Tea
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Opened
- 1856
Signature Dishes
- Unagi donburi (grilled eel over rice)
- Unajū (eel in lacquered box)
- Grilled eel liver
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 静岡県三島市広小路町13-2
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Karaage Waka Tori, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
- BAR YUMOTO, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 View spending breakdown
- Fukutarou Honpo, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- ROBATA GRILL L'EAU, Notable alternative
- Tenhou, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
Restaurant context
Among Mishima's dining options, Unagi Sakuraya stands alone in the eel category, no other restaurant in the city holds comparable national recognition or specializes at this level. Karaage Waka Tori delivers excellent fried chicken at a slightly lower price (JPY 3,000–3,999), but it's a different category entirely; if you're after grilled fish or traditional washoku, it won't satisfy. BAR YUMOTO offers a higher-end experience at JPY 5,000–5,999, focused on drinks and small plates rather than the singular focus on charcoal-grilled eel that defines Sakuraya's kitchen.
For budget-conscious diners, Fukutarou Honpo serves quick meals under JPY 1,000, and Tenhou provides tempura and rice bowls in the JPY 1,000–3,999 range, both solid choices for casual lunches, but neither offers the technique or ingredient quality that earn Tabelog 100 status. If eel is the reason you're eating out, Sakuraya is the only serious answer in Mishima. The 100-seat capacity also means easier booking than Tokyo's top unagi spots, where advance reservations often stretch weeks ahead and walk-ins are rare.
Value-wise, Sakuraya sits in the middle of Mishima's price spectrum but delivers the highest technical ceiling. You're paying for nationally recognized skill and consistent execution, not for atmosphere or experimentation. If you want a broader menu or a cocktail-focused evening, head to ROBATA GRILL L'EAU. If you want the best unagi in the city, book here.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Unagi Sakuraya?
Unagi Sakuraya is recognized in the Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024 category, so it is best considered by diners interested in that category in Mishima. Specific dish names, portion sizes, and menu formats are not available, so check the current menu directly.
Is Unagi Sakuraya good for a special occasion?
It may suit a casual meal or low-key celebration, based on its casual dress code and JPY 4,000–4,999 price range.
What should I wear to Unagi Sakuraya?
Casual dress is the dress code for Unagi Sakuraya. No formal attire requirement is indicated.
What are alternatives to Unagi Sakuraya?
Other comparisons names include Fukutarou Honpo, Tenhou, BAR YUMOTO, Karaage Waka Tori, and ROBATA GRILL L'EAU.
Is Unagi Sakuraya worth the price?
Unagi Sakuraya’s price range is JPY 4,000–4,999, and it is in Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024. If you are specifically seeking a recognized venue in Mishima, these are the reasons to consider it.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Unagi Sakuraya?
A tasting menu is not available. Key details include the Mishima location, JPY 4,000–4,999 price range, casual dress code, and Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024 recognition.
