
Kawagoe Ichinoya serves Traditional Japanese Unagi in Kawagoe and holds Tabelog 100 #86 in 2024 with 3.7pts.
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- Address
- Japan, 〒350-0056 Saitama, Kawagoe, Matsuecho, 1 Chome−18−10
- Phone
- +81 49-222-0354
- Website
- kawagoeichinoya.owst.jp

Tabelog 100 #86 and unagi focus
Tabelog 100 #86 in 2024 gives Kawagoe Ichinoya a clear credential for diners weighing a dedicated unagi meal. The kitchen focuses on Traditional Japanese Unagi under the Ichinoya name.
Kabayaki course, hitsumabushi, shirayaki and unaju
Special kabayaki course, hitsumabushi, special shirayaki and unaju define the order. Beer and sake support the eel focus without shifting the meal away from Japanese classics.
Matsuecho standalone historic building
Matsuecho, 1 Chome−18−10 is the setting for a standalone historic building with private dining. Lunch or dinner works for a leisurely, conversational meal in casual dress.
In Context: Similar Options
Comparable venues by cuisine and price in the same metro.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawagoe Ichinoya | Traditional Japanese Unagi | $$$ | , | Matsuecho |
| Inaka Udon Tetsu | Rustic handmade udon | $ | , | Kawagoe |
| Ogakiku | Traditional Unagi (Eel) Restaurant | $$$ | , | Nakacho / Taisho-roman Street (Little Edo area) |
| Hasenuma | Handmade Udon & Tempura | $ | , | Hon-Kawagoe |
| Ganja Honten | Tsukemen / Ramen | $ | , | Shintomi-cho |
| Kotobuki Seimen Yoshikawa Kawagoe ten | Japanese Ramen | $$ | , | Minami Otsuka |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #86 · No. 86
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Unagi - 2024
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- Standalone
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Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–3 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Historic, traditional, and refined, with tatami-style seating, private rooms, and a calm old-Edo feel centered on carefully prepared eel dishes.















