Kaida Ya is a traditional unagi restaurant in Nankoku, recognized by Tabelog’s 2024 100 at No. 39 with 3.7 pts.
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- Address
- 1330-3 Hamakaida, Nankoku, Kochi 783-0083, Japan
- Phone
- +81 88-865-3740
- Website
- nankoku-kankou.jp
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Tabelog 2024 100 No. 39
Tabelog placed Kaida Ya at No. 39 in its 2024 100 with 3.7 pts. The restaurant’s focus is traditional unagi, so the page reads as a specialist eel stop.
Grilled unagi over rice
Grilled unagi over rice, unadon, anchors the order here. Sustainable seafood also shapes its sourcing, giving eel-focused diners a practical cue before choosing it.
1330-3 Hamakaida in Nankoku
1330-3 Hamakaida situates the restaurant in Nankoku. Lunch and dinner both fit the format, with casual service, standard pacing, and a conversational noise level.
Side-by-Side Snapshot
Comparable venues by cuisine and price in the same metro.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaida Ya | Traditional Unagi (eel) Restaurant | $$ | , | Nankoku |
| Takokuseki Shokudo Sabi to Susu | South Indian–inspired multiethnic curry house & cafe | $$ | , | Tateda, Nankoku |
| 伊達翁 | Traditional Soba Noodles | $$ | , | Natsukumachi |
| 1000mヒュッテ 1000m Hut | Mountain Café - Japanese & Western | $$ | , | Niseko Grand Hirafu |
| 餃子歩兵 | Kyoto-style Gyoza | $$ | , | Ginza |
| Coffee Shop Poronno | Traditional Ainu Cuisine | $$ | , | Akan Onsen |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #39 · No. 39
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024
At a Glance
- Classic
- Cozy
- Family
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- Solo
- Standalone
- Sustainable Seafood
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–2:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–7 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–3 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Traditional, low-key atmosphere with tatami rooms and a focus on grilled eel, drawing steady crowds but remaining relaxed and comfortable rather than formal.