Restaurant in Shizuoka, Japan

Sakume

Name: Sakume
Address: 724-1 Mikkabicho Sakume, Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-1401, Japan, Shizuoka, JP
Telephone: +81 53-526-1758
Price range: JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999

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About Sakume

A no-reservation, 17-seat charcoal eel specialist in Hamana Ward that has held Tabelog 100 status since 2018. Lunch sells out early, evening service is sporadic, and the walk-in-only policy demands strategic timing—but the grilled unagi and national recognition justify the effort for eel purists touring Lake Hamana.

At JPY 3,000–4,999 per head, Sakume in Shizuoka is a casual venue listed in the Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024 recognition. Verified public details are limited, so plan around the confirmed essentials: it is closed Monday and Tuesday, and opens Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM–2 PM and 4–6 PM.

The Tabelog 100 Unagi Recognition

Sakume is recognized in Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024. Beyond that confirmed accolade, specific details about the room, service style, seating layout, beverage program, menu format, or sourcing are not verified here. Treat it as a straightforward Shizuoka dining choice where the strongest confirmed signals are the unagi-category recognition, the casual dress code, and the JPY 3,000–4,999 price range.

Plan Around the Confirmed Hours

Sakume is closed on Monday and Tuesday. From Wednesday through Sunday, the verified hours are 11 AM–2 PM and 4–6 PM. Reservation policy, payment methods, parking, phone details, transit access, queue timing, and sell-out patterns are not verified here, so confirm practical arrangements directly before making a special trip.

How It Compares With Other Dining Options

If you are comparing Sakume with other named options, keep the comparison high-level unless you have current details from the venues themselves. Sumiyaki Unagi Kamo and Sumiyaki Unagi Hajime may be useful peers to research for a similar dining plan, while Abondance, Kibori, and ビストロアターブル can be considered as other named alternatives depending on your itinerary. For broader planning, consult our full Shizuoka restaurants guide for additional options across price points and formats.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are alternatives to Sakume?

Named alternatives to research include Sumiyaki Unagi Kamo, Sumiyaki Unagi Hajime, Abondance, Kibori, and ビストロアターブル. Specific comparisons on menu, booking style, location, or service are not verified here, so check current venue information before deciding.

What should I order at Sakume?

Sakume is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024 category, but specific menu items and set formats are not verified here. Ask staff for the current offering when you arrive.

Can Sakume accommodate groups?

Group capacity, seating layout, and reservation policy are not verified here. Sakume's confirmed hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 11 AM–2 PM and 4–6 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed.

What should I wear to Sakume?

The verified dress code is casual. No additional dress requirements are confirmed here.

Is Sakume worth the price?

Sakume's verified price range is JPY 3,000–4,999, and it is recognized in Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024. Whether it is worth it depends on your itinerary and interest in visiting a recognized unagi-category venue in Shizuoka.

Is Sakume good for a special occasion?

Sakume may suit a casual meal in Shizuoka, but specific details about reservations, seating, atmosphere, or special-occasion service are not verified here. Confirm directly if you need a guaranteed arrangement.

Location

724-1 Mikkabicho Sakume, Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu, Shizuoka 431-1401, Japan

Shizuoka, Japan

Compare Sakume

Is Sakume Worth It?

Venue	Price	Booking Difficulty
Sakume	JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999	Easy
Sumiyaki Unagi Kamo	JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999	Unknown
Sumiyaki Unagi Hajime	JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown	Unknown
ビストロアターブル		Unknown
Abondance	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Unknown
Kibori	JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999	Unknown

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Also Consider

Sumiyaki Unagi Kamo, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 3,000 - JPY 3,999
Sumiyaki Unagi Hajime, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 View spending breakdown
ビストロアターブル, Notable alternative
Abondance, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Kibori, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999

At the same JPY 3,000–4,999 price tier as Sumiyaki Unagi Kamo and Sumiyaki Unagi Hajime, the venue distinguishes itself with six Tabelog 100 selections (2018, 2019, 2022, 2024), a credential neither peer holds. That recognition comes with trade-offs: walk-in-only service and unpredictable evening hours make it the least flexible option in the set. Kamo and Hajime both accept phone reservations and run more reliable dinner services, making them better fits for tight itineraries or evening plans. If charcoal eel is non-negotiable and you're willing to time your visit around the kitchen's rhythm, the award pedigree tips the decision here, but only if you arrive by 11 AM on weekends or call ahead to confirm evening availability.

Abondance and Kibori sit in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range and serve casual café fare rather than traditional unagi, so they're not viable alternatives if grilled eel is the draw. For travelers seeking a higher-end Shizuoka meal with advance reservations, Asaba offers kaiseki in a more formal setting. If you're flexible on cuisine and prefer easier logistics, Chabo and Aozora deliver Shizuoka dining closer to the city center with predictable hours and reservation systems. Check our full Shizuoka restaurants guide for the complete comparison set.