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[Enjoy eel, traditionally eaten for health, in the luxurious style of grilled without sauce.]

Mamaya sources only carefully selected, domestically produced eels, reflecting our commitment to the essence of eel cuisine.

• Eel, which is highly nutritious

Eels, which have been consumed since ancient times, as evidenced by their mention in the "Manyoshu," a collection of poems written 1200 years ago, as being good for preventing summer weight loss, contain many nutrients that are beneficial to our bodies.

In particular, it is rich in unsaturated fatty acids such as DHA and EPA, which are expected to promote brain development, prevent vision loss, prevent and improve arteriosclerosis, prevent high blood pressure, and reduce inflammation.

It also contains nutrients that are often lacking in our diets, such as calcium, iron, zinc, vitamin A, and vitamin B1.

What is grilled eel without sauce?

Unagi shirayaki is a cooking method in which eel is grilled directly over a fire without adding any seasonings or other additives.

Therefore, it is characterized by its savory aroma that stimulates the appetite, while also containing a concentrated umami flavor. Enjoy the refined umami in this luxurious way that allows you to fully appreciate the taste of the ingredients.

What is Hitsumabushi?

Hitsumabushi, which originated in Nagoya, is said to have gotten its name from the fact that it is served in a wooden rice container (ohitsu) and mixed before eating. The popular way to eat hitsumabushi is to take it from the container into a bowl, enjoy the first bowl as is, add condiments to the second bowl, and pour tea or broth over the third bowl.

[Course Contents]

Grilled eel (without sauce), Hitsumabushi (eel rice bowl), small side dish, soup, dessert