🍜 Tashikan An Ogura Main Store

Located in Kokura, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, this long-established eel restaurant has been in operation since 1926. In 2014, it was selected as a Michelin Bib Gourmand recommended restaurant. The restaurant is known for its unique grilling technique for eel. Instead of steaming, the eel is slowly grilled over low heat, which locks in its natural deliciousness, resulting in a crispy exterior and a tender interior. The sauce is made from carefully selected ingredients, including the highest quality soy sauce and pure rice mirin, all completely additive-free, which enhances the aroma of the eel. There are various ways to enjoy the eel, including unaju (grilled eel over rice) and san-ki (three styles of eel). Among them, the must-try dish is the local specialty of Fukuoka Prefecture, "seiro-mushi." This dish involves steaming eel and rice together in a bamboo steamer, ensuring that every bite remains warm until the very end. Additionally, there are various other eel dishes, such as unagi tamagoyaki (eel-filled omelet), grilled eel liver, and white grilled eel served with wasabi. For sake enthusiasts, the restaurant offers a rich selection of beverages, including the high-purity "Dassai," shochu, and beer, which can be enjoyed alongside the dishes.

A famous eel restaurant that opened in 1926. In 2014, it was selected as a Michelin Bib Gourmand recommended restaurant. One of its main features is the cooking method of slow grilling over low heat without steaming or boiling. It offers various dishes such as unajū (eel rice box), three ways to enjoy eel, and steamed eel. Conveniently located within easy reach from the station.