Luxurious time in "Kawagoe"
where you can spend
a relaxing time without crowds.

A tour to experience thefinest eels
at a restaurant specializing in eels!

Only 30 minutes from Tokyo!
A popular tourist destination
Experience pairing fresh eel and sake
Experience grating wasabi

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and make a reservation.

Kawagoe,
a town where the elegance of
Edo meets food.

Kawagoe is a popular tourist destination known as "Little Edo", characterized by its traditional warehouses dating back to the Edo period.
Conveniently located only 30 minutes by car from Tokyo, the area's atmospheric warehouse buildings, shrines and temples, and quaint streets will enchant visitors.
One of the attractions of Kawagoe is that you can take your time during the week and in the evening, when you can enjoy taking a meal of local food and drinks and stroll around the city with a sense of its history.

Access

Access Minimum 30 minutes from Tokyo to Kawagoe

Kawagoe is an attractive tourist destination because of its easy accessibility, and can be visited in as little as 30 minutes by car from Tokyo. Since it is directly accessible from major stations, there are few transfers and it does not take much time to get from one place to another.

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Experience a special day to taste the depth of eel
at the famous restaurant "Washoku Daikoku".

In this tour, you can enjoy pairing the high quality eel with local sake from Kawagoe and grind wasabi (Japanese horseradish).
The restaurant offers a special experience in Kawagoe, a city famous for its eel restaurants, where you will learn about the history and cooking process of eels directly from a skilled chef.

Course Outline

the time required

about 2 hours

Meeting 17:00 Dismissal 19:00

Fee

0 yen per person (tax included)

※No participation fee for children under 3 years old
（no meals will be provided）

Meeting place

Resona Coedo Terrace
（4-1 Saiwai-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture）

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Washoku Daikoku
Kawagoe Kashiya Yokocho Store

The best eels with traditional skills and passion.

Established in 1967, there are 10 Japanese traditional Japanese restaurants in Saitama Prefecture.
It is one of the few restaurants in Japan that specializes in freshly selected eels from all over Japan and serves them in the restaurant. Eel dishes prepared with traditional techniques have appeared in various media and have been highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad.

Experience

Fresh eels up close!

Washoku Daikoku, a restaurant specializing in eels, processes and cooks eels only after receiving a customer's order. We offer a rare opportunity to see and touch live eels up close before they are processed. Learn about the culture of eels while hearing from the artisans about the characteristics of eels and how they are prepared.

Experience

Demonstration of eel processing and grilling by eel artisans

At Washoku Daikoku, you will have the opportunity to see up close the vivid handling and grilling techniques of the artisans, which cannot be seen in the ordinary course of business. The craftsmanship of these men, with their years of experience and skill, is truly an art. Please come and experience the moment when fresh eels are transformed into delicious dishes by the artisans.

Experience

Pairing Japanese sake with eel dishes
(optional fee)

The owner of Kagamiyama, Kawagoe's only locally brewed sake, has selected a special sake for this experience. Experience the luxurious pairing with eel dishes. The mellow aroma and deep flavor of Japanese sake will enhance the taste of eel. Learn about the history of the sake brewery and its commitment to the culture of Japanese sake.

SPECIAL TOPIC

What is
"Kagamiyama",
Kawagoe's local sake?

“Kagamiyama" is a Japanese sake produced in Kawagoe by the Koedo Kagamiyama Sake Brewery. It is a locally brewed sake with a gorgeous taste and a refreshing aftertaste. It is characterized by a satisfying taste that makes the most of the sweetness and flavor of the rice and has a low astringent taste.
Because quality is a top priority, only small quantities are prepared, and everything is made by hand by artisans.

Experience

Grinding Wasabi
(Japanese horseradish)

Did you know that wasabi goes well not only with sushi, but also with eel? Freshly grated wasabi grated by yourself will be served with "shirayaki" eel, a dish that maximizes the flavor of the ingredients. Please enjoy this rare and precious experience of grated wasabi that can rarely be experienced anywhere else.

SPECIAL TOPIC

What is a
white grill?

Shirayaki is a cooking method in which eels are grilled over direct heat without seasoning, sauce, or oil. The oil contained in the food is removed and the flavor is locked in so that the original taste of the ingredients can be enjoyed. Enjoy Washoku Daikoku Shirayaki, which can only be enjoyed with fresh eels.

Experience

Enjoy the exquisite Unaju

The highlight of the tour is the special eel stew. The grilled eel is fragrant on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and a full meal of the grilled eel will bring you a moment of pure bliss. It goes great with the rice soaked in the secret sauce. It is a special time to dine while enjoying conversation with the chef.

Participant's Voice

Voice

Hong Kong

5

I have lived in Japan for 5 years now and had never seen or eaten shirayaki before. It was a good experience for me to know the original taste of eel! I also learned a lot about the history of eels and how they are cooked.
the UK

5

I have eaten many kinds of eels in Japan, but I think this was the first time I had eels that had been carefully deboned. The explanation by the craftsman was interesting and knowledgeable. The sake was also very refreshing as it was the first time for me to drink sake.
the U.S.A.

5

It was very interesting to learn that the best binchotan charcoal was chosen to tenderize the eels. It was very fun to grate the wasabi by ourselves and it was nice to have a variety of condiments for the eel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I need to bring for this experience?

A. There is nothing in particular to bring.

Q. Are there any physically demanding experiences?

A. This experience is not very physically demanding. It will be done at a slow pace, so please do not worry.

Q. Can I take pictures?

A. Yes, you are free to take pictures and post them on social networking sites.

Q. Can I change the menu due to allergies, etc.?

A. Yes, it is possible. Please let us know at the time of reservation.

Q. Can children (3 years old and up) participate?

A. Yes, you can participate. In that case, the fee will be the same as for one adult.

Q. How can I get to the meeting place?

A. Please take a cab or city bus from Kawagoe Station, Hon-Kawagoe Station or Kawagoe City Station. If on foot, the nearest station is Hon-kawagoe Station, and it takes about 15 minutes to the meeting place.

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A town where you can feel the history of not only eels but also Japanese dishes

Kawagoe Sightseeing Spots

Kura-zukuri Streets

The area lined with black plaster buildings that evoke the atmosphere of the Edo period are a great place to take pictures. The area is a great place to take pictures and enjoy the timeless atmosphere of the area.
Toki no Kane

The "Toki no Kane" (Bell of Time), a symbol of Kawagoe, is a historical landmark whose sound can still be heard today. It has been telling the time to the people of the city since the Edo period (1600-1868).
Hikawa Shrine

Famous as the god of marriage, this shrine offers beautiful picturesque scenery of paintings and bells. Also popular as a power spot for love.
Kashiya Yokocho

A street with a nostalgic Japanese atmosphere where you can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets and Kawagoe's gourmet food. Enjoy eating and walking around the street.