Restaurant in Saitama, Japan

Masuya

Name: Masuya
Address: 7 Chome-1-3 Kishicho, Urawa Ward, Saitama, 330-0064, Japan, Saitama, JP
Telephone: +81 50-5486-5926
Price range: JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

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About Masuya

A 138-year-old unagi specialist near Urawa Station, recognized in Tabelog 100 – Unagi 2024, grilling eel over Kishu Binchotan charcoal with private rooms for up to 65 guests. Dinner runs JPY 5,000–5,999; lunch offers a lower entry point at JPY 1,000–1,999. Takeout available but best consumed quickly. Book private rooms for groups; walk-ins queue during peak hours.

Masuya in Saitama is a verified entry for diners comparing local options with limited but useful public facts. The confirmed details are straightforward: it appears in the Tabelog 100 – Unagi 2024 list, lists lunch pricing at JPY 1,000–1,999 and dinner pricing at JPY 5,000–5,999, and follows a smart-casual dress code. It is closed on Mondays and opens for both lunch and dinner from Tuesday through Sunday, with Sunday dinner ending earlier than the rest of the week.

The meal, pricing, and what is actually confirmed

The strongest verified signal is Masuya’s inclusion in the Tabelog 100 – Unagi 2024 category. Beyond that recognition, the available confirmed data does not specify individual dishes, sourcing, cooking method, seating style, takeout, delivery, allergy handling, or a detailed menu format. For planning purposes, treat the restaurant as a Saitama venue with a lower lunch price band of JPY 1,000–1,999 and a dinner price band of JPY 5,000–5,999.

Because the confirmed information does not describe takeaway or delivery service, do not plan around those options without checking directly with the restaurant. The verified hours do support both lunch and dinner visits: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 AM–3 PM and 5–9 PM; Sunday, 11 AM–3 PM and 5–8 PM; Monday closed.

Reservations, capacity, and group logistics

The verified data does not confirm seat count, private rooms, parking, service charges, or reservation rules. Groups should therefore confirm availability and booking conditions directly before visiting, especially for dinner or weekend meals. The smart-casual dress code is the only confirmed service-related guidance available here.

For timing, the most reliable planning detail is the weekly schedule. Masuya is closed on Monday. From Tuesday to Saturday, lunch runs 11 AM–3 PM and dinner runs 5–9 PM. On Sunday, lunch remains 11 AM–3 PM, while dinner runs 5–8 PM.

How it fits the Saitama dining landscape

Masuya’s confirmed Tabelog 100 – Unagi 2024 recognition makes it relevant for diners tracking that list in Saitama. If you are comparing named options, Unagi Musashino is another allowed point of reference, while Komorebi Shokudo +, Kuneru Bakery, Turkish Ryori Asena, and chinese restaurant HAKUBI may suit different dining needs depending on what kind of meal you want.

With the available facts, the best way to evaluate Masuya is practical rather than speculative: choose lunch for the lower verified price band, dinner for the higher verified price band, avoid Monday, and note the earlier Sunday closing time. For anything beyond price, hours, dress code, and the Tabelog 100 – Unagi 2024 listing, confirm directly before making plans. Our full Saitama restaurants guide covers additional options across price tiers and cuisines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Masuya good for a special occasion?

Masuya has a smart-casual dress code and a verified dinner price range of JPY 5,000–5,999, which may suit a more planned meal. The confirmed data does not specify private rooms, seat count, or occasion services, so groups should check directly before booking.

What should I order at Masuya?

The verified information confirms Masuya’s inclusion in the Tabelog 100 – Unagi 2024 list, but it does not confirm specific dishes, set meals, cooking methods, or side items. Check the current menu directly with the restaurant before deciding what to order.

Is the tasting menu worth it at Masuya?

The verified data does not confirm a tasting menu or multi-course format. The confirmed price ranges are JPY 1,000–1,999 for lunch and JPY 5,000–5,999 for dinner, so ask the restaurant directly about the current menu structure.

Can I eat at the bar at Masuya?

The confirmed information does not specify counter or bar seating. If seating style matters, check the venue's official channels before visiting.

Is lunch or dinner better at Masuya?

Lunch is the lower verified price band at JPY 1,000–1,999, while dinner is JPY 5,000–5,999. Masuya serves lunch Tuesday through Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM, and dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 5–9 PM and Sunday from 5–8 PM. It is closed on Monday.

Can Masuya accommodate groups?

The verified data does not confirm capacity, private rooms, parking, or group plans. Groups should check the venue's official channels to confirm booking options, seating, and availability.

Location

7 Chome-1-3 Kishicho, Urawa Ward, Saitama, 330-0064, Japan

Saitama, Japan

Compare Masuya

Value Check: Masuya and Peers

Venue	Price	Booking Difficulty
Masuya	JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Easy
Kuneru Bakery	- JPY 999 - JPY 999	Unknown
Komorebi Shokudo +	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Unknown
chinese restaurant HAKUBI	JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999	Unknown
Unagi Musashino	JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999	Unknown
Turkish Ryori Asena	JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Unknown

Comparable nearby venues by cuisine and price for this tier.

Also Consider

Kuneru Bakery, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
Komorebi Shokudo +, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
chinese restaurant HAKUBI, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999, JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Unagi Musashino, Unagi (Eel), JPY 5,000 - JPY 5,999 JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999
Turkish Ryori Asena, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

At JPY 5,000–5,999 for dinner, Masuya sits in direct price competition with Unagi Musashino, which runs slightly higher per guest (JPY 6,000–7,999 based on reviews) but offers a quieter, more intimate dining room. Musashino is the better choice for couples or solo diners seeking a focused eel experience without distraction. Masuya's advantage is capacity: 176 seats and private rooms for parties up to 65 make it the practical pick for group celebrations, business dinners, or family gatherings where eel is the anchor. The all-you-can-drink option (six or more guests) and on-site parking tip the decision further in favor of groups.

Chinese restaurant HAKUBI charges JPY 5,000–5,999 at dinner and JPY 2,000–2,999 at lunch, positioning it as a mid-tier alternative if eel isn't a hard requirement. HAKUBI's broader menu and lower lunch price make it easier to accommodate mixed preferences within a group, but it lacks the category authority that comes with a Tabelog 100 – Unagi nod. Komorebi Shokudo + and Kuneru Bakery operate well below JPY 2,000 per person and serve entirely different formats (shokudo comfort food and baked goods, respectively), so they're not direct comparisons unless budget becomes the primary filter.

For value-conscious diners, Masuya's JPY 1,000–1,999 lunch is the most accessible entry point among Saitama's Tabelog-recognized eel specialists. If takeout is the goal, both Masuya and Musashino offer it, but neither format holds up well beyond 15 minutes of transit, order only if the destination is close. For the quietest room and highest average quality, choose Musashino. For group capacity, parking, and private-room flexibility, Masuya is the more practical booking.