Momiji no Ki — Restaurant in Hatsukaichi

We had lunch a couple of days ago at this restaurant. We initially hesitated to enter due to the relatively low score, but we ended up giving it a try. I had the unagi and fried oysters set. Both the food and the service were good. So, I couldn't understand the low score. Having a look at the reviews, it seems some (mostly foreigners) complain about finding some bones in the unagi (eel). I didn't feel like this unagi had significantly more bones than other ones I've had elsewhere in Japan. So, I suppose they're just foreigners who are not used to eat fish (other than perhaps the ones where bones can be easily removed). Anyway, I might have bumped a little the score due to (in my opinion) unfair reviews, but overall it was a nice place to have lunch before...

took anago donburi @ Takeshi on 26.3.2023, conveniently located across miyajimaguchi station

4 grilled oysters ¥1200 so plump & juicy excellent

¥1800 anago set came with 3 breaded oysters kaki furai plus salad & pickled oysters

¥2000 anago donburi a bit more anago (not much)

anago sweet but not as good as Singapore uya’s very fresh crispy live unagi..maybe fresh water eel more fine (幼) c/w deep...

Amazing oysters and anagomeshi (eel rice) served here. Highly recommend. The fried oyster was crunchy and delicious, and the grilled oyster was sweet and juicy. No bad smells or bitter taste at all. The anagomeshi and shiro were also so enjoyable and authentic. We ordered each twice. The food may take some time, but it'll be...