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🗺️ Shibushi Unagi Stationうなぎの駅

Shibushi City
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About Shibushi Unagi Station

Shibushi City, located in Japan's top eel production area, is home to Japan's first eel station.


Details

The commercial facility in Shibushi City, located in the eastern part of Kagoshima Prefecture, is operated by Yamada Suisan Co., Ltd., which is engaged in eel farming, manufacturing, and selling grilled eel (kabayaki). The new factory "Unagi Station," opened in Shibushi City in 2017, features an eel cuisine restaurant and a shop. Kagoshima Prefecture ranks first in Japan for eel farming, with Shibushi City contributing over 50% of the production, making it the top eel-producing area in Kagoshima Prefecture. The eels farmed in Shibushi City, which has rich mineral groundwater, have almost no fishy smell and a rich flavor. This commercial facility promotes itself with the slogan "The Starting Station for Delicious Eel." The restaurant offers organic eel dishes, including eel rice three ways and eel donburi, allowing customers to enjoy a variety of carefully prepared grilled eel dishes. Additionally, there are udon dishes made with homemade noodles. Next to it, the direct sales outlet sells products made from eels raised without medication, including vacuum-packed grilled eel and eel gift boxes. There are also handmade eel bento boxes from the restaurant, affordable daily special bento boxes, and various ready-to-eat foods.

Highlights

A commercial facility located in Shibushi City, eastern Kagoshima Prefecture. It features an eel cuisine restaurant and shop within the new factory of "Yamada Suisan Co., Ltd." The eels farmed in Shibushi City, which has rich mineral underground water, have almost no fishy smell and excellent flavor. The restaurant offers carefully prepared kabayaki eel dishes. In addition to eel products, the direct sales location also offers fried and grilled fish products that are signature items from various Yamada Suisan factories.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a foreign language introduction signboard or manual? (If so, please let me know which languages are available.)

Sorry for not providing it.

Is there free Wi-Fi in this area?

Sorry, there is no free Wi-Fi available.

Is there a coin-operated locker?

Sorry, no.

Is there a duty-free service?

No tax exemption service is provided.

Is there a smoking area?

There is an outdoor smoking area.


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Essential Information

Address
1286-8 Shibushi, Shibushi Town, Shibushi City, Kagoshima Prefecture
Phone
099-478-8181
Getting There
It takes about 10 minutes by car from JR "Shibushi" Station.
Hours / Holidays
Monday (changed to Tuesday for public holidays)

Location Tags

Shibushi City

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