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Kikusui-ro: Taste traditional eel rice in Nara and experience a delicious journey on the tip of your tongue!

#### Introduction to Kikusui-ro Located in Nara, Japan, Kikusui-ro is a historic eel rice restaurant that is widely acclaimed for its fresh and delicious eel dishes. Since its establishment, Kikusui-ro has been committed to providing the most authentic Japanese eel rice, becoming a representative of local residents and tourists. The restaurant's decoration style is elegant and full of traditional Japanese style, and people can feel the strong cultural atmosphere as soon as they walk in. Kikusui-ro's eel rice (うな丼) is famous for its fresh eel and exquisite cooking techniques. The restaurant uses freshly caught local eels, which are professionally processed and cooked to ensure that every piece of eel can show the best taste. The eel is grilled on charcoal, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and brushed with a special sauce, the aroma is overflowing, and it is mouth-watering. #### Restaurant Features The uniqueness of Kikusui-ro lies in its inherited cooking skills. The chefs follow the ancient production method and handle every step of the eel meticulously, from material selection to cooking, every link is full of respect for the ingredients. After years of training, the restaurant's chef has mastered the heat to perfection, allowing the eel to emit an attractive aroma in the charcoal fire. In addition to eel rice, Kikusuilou also offers other diverse eel dishes, such as eel sushi and eel sashimi. These dishes also show the freshness of eel, allowing diners to experience this delicacy from different angles. The presentation of each dish is also quite exquisite, making people want to use a camera to record these beautiful moments. #### Dining experience When dining at Kikusuilou, customers can not only taste the food, but also enjoy the elegant dining environment. The interior design of the restaurant is mainly made of wood materials, with soft lighting, creating a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere. Whether it is a dinner with friends or sharing with family, you can feel a warm atmosphere here. In terms of service, the staff of Kikusui-ro is warm and friendly, always smiling, patiently introducing dishes to customers and providing suitable pairing suggestions. Their thoughtful service makes every customer feel at home and makes the dining process more enjoyable. #### Transportation Information Kikusui-ro is located in the center of Nara, with very convenient transportation. It takes about 15 to 20 minutes to walk from Nara Railway Station. The surrounding environment of the restaurant is pleasant, suitable for strolling through the streets of Nara before or after dining, and enjoying the local natural scenery and historical buildings. #### Summary Kikusui-ro is not only a restaurant that provides delicious eel rice, but also a place for people to deeply experience Japanese food culture. Here, you can taste fresh eel dishes and feel the chef's respect for ingredients and passion for cooking. When you plan a trip to Nara, don't miss this food paradise, let Kikusui-ro's eel rice add an unforgettable taste to your journey! #Register for June Hotel Test Sleeper 2025 #Japan #Nara #Kikusuirou #Eel Rice #Eel Cuisine
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Posted: Jun 9, 2025
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