All Reviews of Hitsumabushi Hanaoka

Hitsumabushi is a must when visiting Nagoya! This is a fairly well-known local eel restaurant that uses high-quality eel. You finish the meal with plum ochazuke, which really gives it a distinctive Nagoya touch.

There aren't many seats inside. This time, we were put in the second seating group, but fortunately, people ate fairly quickly, averaging about 30 minutes, so we only waited around 40–50 minutes before being seated.

It certainly lives up to its reputation as one of Nagoya's top hitsumabushi restaurants. The eel was wonderfully fragrant and had a great texture. I normally don't care much for ochazuke, but even I was completely won over in the end. The grilled eel liver we ordered separately was also delicious. If you like eel, it's definitely worth ordering!

This spot is a safe bet when you're craving eel rice. The eel is grilled nicely—fragrant and not too dry. The portion of rice is just right, and trying the three different ways to eat it is pretty fun. The flavor isn't mind-blowing, but it's steady and really comforting. Feels like a little everyday happiness 🥰

The grilled eel was super fragrant, with a slightly crispy skin and really tender inside. The sauce goes perfectly with the rice. The portion isn't huge, but everything feels really refined. The service was thoughtful, and the overall vibe was comfortable. I'd definitely want to come back again!

Their eel is crispy on the outside and tender inside, just the way I like it. The sauce isn't overly sweet, so it's really easy to eat.

The best part is you can enjoy it Nagoya-style with three different ways: plain, with green onions and wasabi, and finally with broth poured over. It never feels heavy.

The portion is just right—not too much, not too little. The place is clean and comfortable, too.