JAPANESE UNAGI YOSAKURA Fujisan 日本鰻 世桜

An amazing Wagyu and eel don restaurant located right by the foot of mt Fuji! We got the original Wagyu set and the meat melts on your tongue and pairs perfectly with all of the seasonings and broth they give you. It is fairly priced for the quality of meat you are getting and their portion of rice and meat is very generous. The atmosphere is very intimate in a nice way as most places in Japan can seem small and crammed but this place was intimate and spacious at the same time. The three workers are super nice and attentive and always makes sure you are enjoying your meal. They even have a pamphlet on 5 different ways to eat your Wagyu. We didn’t try the eel but a lot of other people were getting it. Their menu is only 4 sets but they all seem very good. Definitely recommend to eat here if you’re making a visit to mt Fuji but recommend making a reservations as the queue fills up quickly (note: they charge you if you try to change or cancel your reservation once booked within 48 hours so be mindful of that)

Now I understand why this place is 5.0 rating (3/12/25). The wagyu is just melting in your mouth. 🫠 The fancy eel has been cut off on the crispy head and tail to reserve the juiciness 😋. Definitely worth the booking. Please book in advance! With limited English convo over the call we still managed to postpone our booking for one hour. Thanks to the hospitality of the staff!

Great meal at this small little shop Run by 3 young owners But the meal was delicious. Wife enjoyed the wagyu beef. Generous portions. Fair priced Attentive waiters (can speak some english) Free parking lot Has only 10 seats. Make your reservations or come at odd hours 5/5 stars

Probably the best unagi we had during our entire trip. Was a surprise find as we didn't intend to get a second lunch but the first lunch (barely counted as one) was so disappointing, and Fuji wasn't showing despite us climbing the hill, so this was a really great find. Was also very skeptical initially when I saw the ratings, but after trying it, definitely worthy. Lovely unagi hitsumaboshi dish in the Fujiyoshida town. The unagi was grilled so well with a crispy skin but soft, tender flesh and then cut right in front of you before serving. You are also given some slices of yuzu, which when paired with the unagi, gives each bite a slight citrusy tang to brighten up the taste. They had the wagyu option as well, but was not available when we went. Would have ordered the wagyu to try just to get a comparison. The staff were also very patient and helpful in addressing and guiding us in our dining experience.

very good food but a little pricey. they always so busy. First time we came here, the queue was 2 hours, so the second time we made sure to come before it’s open and the experience was nice. outstanding service, very helpful and nice to answer all our questions. we tried both the unagi and the beef and both are delicious. Personally, it’s not as hot as I expected(?) but maybe it’s to make to easy to hold a bowl in a hand. Overall we love the place and the experience. If you’re visiting here, I highly recommend the place

The Unagi set is exactly as I remembered it. The taste no doubt is good. Service wise is ok, we went there at 11am so no queue, but the next couple were being ignored for a few minutes because the staff is cutting Unagi. It’s a bar table sitting that can hold 8 customers at the same time. The restaurant is renovated in a simple, light color wooden decor.

First time here after meeting chef/owner, Osada-san, earlier this week at his gyukatsu restaurant across the street. Delicious unagi, highly recommended. Make a reservation, especially on the weekend - downtown Fujiyoshida is becoming popular.

An intimate atmosphere but not tight or stuffy. All seats face the chef(s) as the food and dish sets are prepared before you with precision and artful care. I love it the Unagi was fantastic. They provide in instructions on how to eat the dish in various ways and the ingredients were fresh and filling. Will seek this place again on my next visit to this area