Unagi (うなぎ) - GRILLED EEL Japanese Food at Obana Restaurant (尾花) in Tokyo, Japan!

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Unagi (うなぎ) is freshwater eel and it’s a real delicacy in Japan. There are many many restaurant dedicated to serving only unagi, and in Tokyu you have plenty of choices. Thanks to my friend David ( / the.hungry.tourist , I went to Obana Restaurant (尾花) which is a very highly rated, some say it’s the best, unagi in Tokyo.
What I like about Obana Restaurant (尾花) is that there are no reservations, so it’s first come, first serve, and it’s one of the classic Japanese food restaurants where you have to arrive early and wait in line for a chance to eat this legendary unagi. I arrived about 1 hour early, and already there were 20 people in the line in front of me. The wait was quite interesting, because as I was standing in line, a festival parade came walking right past.
The restaurant is within an old style Japanese building, with tatami floors, and you sit on the floor with a low table. They first steam the eel, and then grill it, and serve it in the lacquered box the traditional Japanese way.
I’ve had unagi before, but nothing compared to this unagi. It was absolutely exquisite, the most buttery perfectly cooked unagi I’ve ever had. Also, I liked how the sauce glaze was not overpowering like it sometimes can be, but it was light and just accented the wonderful eel.
Obana Restaurant (尾花) is not cheap, but the quality you get is mind-blowing.
Obana Restaurant (尾花)
Address: 5 Chome-33-1 Minamisenju, 荒川区 Tokyo 116-0003, Japan
Total price: 13,824 JPY ($124.78)
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[@a.d8055]

Damn this eel was so good his face almost touched the table. I rate this 85° leaning out of 90°.

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André +1

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Too funny

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Legend says that one day mark is going to eat a food so delicious that his head will go out of the frame

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He did almost during the wagyu mafia session.

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you know he only does that for the views. anyone can be a food credit these days. just use facial expressions and throw in a bunch of adjectives lol

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+Trevor Exactly this is how most popular youtubers work now they praise everything regardless if it tastes like trash just to get views. That is why I only sub to channels that I know are neutral and will tell you what they really think regardless of views or dislikes.

[@RegionalFoodJapan]

Hey Mark! This is Taka from Japan. Unaju is definitely one of my most favourites, although the price of the eels in Japan has rocketed due to the recent fall of their yield. Anyway, when it comes to eels, there are actually two different styles of preparation here in Japan. One is the Kanto style (the East Japan style). This technic is widely used in Tokyo and the surrounding areas. The other is the Kansai style (the West Japan style), which is very typical around Osaka and Kyoto. Kanto style eels are firstly cut open from the top side of the fish, gutted and then steamed. After that, they are grilled on charcoal, brushed with the house special eel sauce. Whereas Kansai style eels are cut open from the belly side and then go straight onto the chargrill, without the steaming process. While you can enjoy the butteriness and the melt-in-your-mouth texture from the Kanto style, the Kansai style allows you to enjoy the meatiness and the sweet fattiness of the fish. I personally prefer the Kansai style since I like the meaty texture of the eels cooked in that way. I think you gotta come here again and make your own judgement.

[@El-ng7mb]

Very informative! Thank you !

[@adelalovesmadara4062]

I didn't know that there are two styles! Thanks.

[@tailyangkodo]

i would prefer kansai style too...man need some meat!!!

[@duchessadiana9086]

The man who went running behind you in the queue made me smile. He looked so happy. Great video as always Mark!

[@MarkWiens]

Here's my new hero!!

[@ninasalazar5632]

That cracked me up!!! I had to rewind a couple times 😂

[@anshulsharma9429]

I was so happy that he hot inside as well and was sitting besides mark. Like that sprint was worth it

[@jamestomlin5525]

Understandable, it's worth it lol

[@mbzchannel3865]

The running and smiling made my day. I had to rewind a few times.

[@joonasoskarihomanen3959]

Unagi is state of total awaraness

[@joonasoskarihomanen3959]

👈

[@worldwanderer5540]

thank you,but that is only if are Ross!

[@lissalourel4882]

world wanderer Rachel and Phoebe also have Unagi😎

[@peterluo1776]

world wanderer lol...I remember watching that episode."Unagi..."

[@worldwanderer5540]

lol YES,Lissa, they did & it was really strongest when sitting atop your "attacker" one of my fave rerunning sit coms

[@johndaly2816]

Im an unagi seller in Indonesia. Thank u for introducing unagi to the world. Hopefully more and more people will eat Unagi.

[@9f81rsd00]

The guy behind running to the latest place in the line just makes me smile. You can clearly see how excited he is for the unagi. 😄

[@magentalilies8012]

How can something so grotesque tastes oh so delicious!? Unagi is like butter of the ocean! Love it!

[@gijsyo]

Unagi is freshwater eel, though ;) Butter of the lake!

[@magentalilies8012]

gijsyo Lol. My bad. Wherever they come from, I salute them for being oh so delish!

[@k.s2497]

Chivas Aurora OMFG IKR!!!!

[@Hugo-hf8cq]

Chivas Aurora You are more grotesque than an eel

[@magentalilies8012]

JM Which makes me way more delicious! More power to me!

[@kzai7676]

I went to this restaurant on April 2017, that's also my first trip to Japan! They serves their Unagi just simple as you see in this video, when you put it in your mouth, the moment, the moment that you will unforgettable. Appetizing, I'm having good time on the trip! Hope that I would have the chance to get back!

[@MarkWiens]

Awesome to hear that King!

[@kzai7676]

Mark, you're such amazing person! I like your channel and not forget to mentioned that you have such great content with it. May God bless you and your lovely family! Have a good day sir!

[@IAmAlteringTheDeal]

You should say that moment you will never forget, or that moment was unforgettable. Not trying to be rude, just trying to help out. :) Otherwise your english is great.

[@kzai7676]

I'll figure it out soon, and learning proper English, grammar and others! THANK YOU

[@kzai7676]

Take me with you ! Yes! Absolutely! The bones just melted

[@pamelabatchelor9204]

There is no one else I would have enjoyed this eel meal with Mark. You convey the essence and joy of food and place better than anyone. Thank you so much for your blogs and taking all of your fans along with you.

[@McDADDyK]

Went ahead and tried this out today since my girl and I are leaving Tokyo soon. I'VE NEVER TASTED ANYTHING LIKE IT! It's actually melts in your mouth it's so amazing and worth the price!

[@antonyderoshan467]

Unagi. State of awareness. F.R.I.E.N.D.S fans, where ya at?

[@kinzaalikhan948]

Antony Deroshan was thinking the same thing. Ross and unagi.

[@minsyoo]

Ah.... salmon skin roll.

[@heartlessoni13]

Been craving sushi. Lemme look for Rachel and Feebs. lol

[@Hgxy]

DANGEEEEER!!!

[@yourfriend7052]

Martial art😂

[@zozobra226]

1:00 its rare when someone looks more eager to eat than mark himself.

[@marigonaberisha8468]

It's amazing that you waited an hour or so in line to show us the food 🥘 thank you

[@MaiHead92]

"Aaaah, UNAGI!!!" "Aaaah... salmon skin roll.."

[@ddubfan]

I don't eat eel but I'll be damned, that looked absolutely delicious! Excellent video, Mark

[@MarkWiens]

Thanks Mary!

[@bitehungerback7554]

Mary Kelly it's very good..soft and the seasoning is sweet. I had reservations when I first tried it but it's the best.

[@elevenAD]

Eel is insanely good, no friggin lie!

[@R.Sakurai]

Unagi is most delicious food .

[@jamestomlin5525]

You're really missing out, it's soo good

[@Bubblysheeep]

that grilled unagi meal and his facial expression just made my day! :D

[@Masria94]

Japan has the coolest and most amazing cultures I have ever heard of. Your video really shows it. Wow! Thanks

[@treasurecoastwaters8400]

bangkok takes the cake in my opinion

[@sorac2252]

Grilled eel + Mark = my ultimate happiness

[@therockstarification]

LOL, So this is the 'UNAGI' Ross explained about, only FRIENDS fan will understand.

[@peterluo1776]

therockstarification no doubt. I came here because of Ross...unagi...lol

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I was waiting for someone to mention this haha

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therockstarification it

[@nimiarefka]

Ooh! Salmon Skin Rolls!

[@kasurbuluk1680]

Unnnaaagii 👊👊

[@AlsAutoandAppliance]

When you took that first bite...that's how I get every single time!

[@IAmAlteringTheDeal]

Love how he doesn't ask for subscribers and likes at the beginning of videos like most youtubers. He shows his awesome video first and then at the very end mentions it. I wish people still did this.

[@tomas9901]

Lmao that dude running looks so excited. Thats me when it comes to food

[@josejin]

Unagi is my favorite dish! Cant imagine how tasty is the premium version of it.

[@Katimashi]

Am I the only person that opens their mouth every time Mark takes a bit as if I am going to get some????? So jealous!

[@heyitsruby7257]

nope. While Mark is eating like a king I'm stuck with a hot dog form 7-eleven -_-

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Almost a million subscribers! Congratulations!

[@Nicopear]

I watch a lot of food and traveling videos but yours are just addicting; especially, the Japanese food tours. The pure love for food is just showing from your expressions. I'd like to thank you and Ying for sharing such a wonderful experience. I'd love to travel to Japan and try the foods out myself someday.

[@mouniqua]

This is one video that I must have watched more than 10 times just to look at Mark's incredible expressions while eating the Eel. That is when my love for eating Eel has increased

[@rdspix]

Unagi is delicious, my all time favorite Japanese food!!!

[@ralphpallie5202]

Love watching Mark. His diction is clear and so is the overall volume modulation that makes listening pleasurable.

[@FishingwithRod]

Running dude at 1:00 was way too happy to wait for an hour to eat unagi. 😂 Awesome...

[@GVivek-gx9fx]

Mark that was a fantastic video.The Unagi looks absolutely mind blowing.The traditional & legendary restaurants you are exposing to everyone in japan is really something to be appreciated.😊

[@abimacatangay5059]

Unagi is also my favorite japanese food! Delicious! To die for!

[@MH-vn1io]

Criminally underrated is the level of detail Mark and co. put into the website and the downbar of these videos... planning my trips in asia already and your recommendations aren't going unnoticed.

[@aliciasteffita3683]

I hate a certain kind of food but everytime I am watching mark's videos, it makes me craving for that food. Mark make it looks so good.

[@karolinyan]

lol That dude came running.

[@TampaJay]

I love Unagi!

[@dubyadee1]

That looks delicious!

[@chenjacky2107]

The richness and the fulfillment of eating unagi is incomparable

[@zhangzehao3320]

mark, you've done another great job on finding good restaurant!

[@MarkWiens]

Thank you Zhang!

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What is life? me: mark weins.. he is living best life! love u mark ..

[@mommaboss4446]

I must meet you someday Mark!! You're my hero!

[@zenfonedavid4466]

your channel is the first that i thoroughly enjoy watching until the entire videos end. i watch it while eating. boy, what a drooling experience

[@uttisiseppe769]

My tounge and stomach Will cry of happiness But my wallet Will just cry

[@slpa123]

+mark I feel that u r one of the best utuber and best eater ever and best family man... keep up ur work.. eat more foods and come up with more videos

[@MarkWiens]

Thank you so much Aishwarya, really appreciate your encouragement!

[@edsongomez8011]

The Japanese know how to prep some eel. It's the most amazing tasty food ever

[@user-vc1un6fr3d]

マークさんの美味しい時の表情が、、、(笑)、癒されますね。顔で美味しさの段階も何となく解る所が面白い。日本料理の食べ方も良くご存知だし、いつも楽しく腹を空かせながら拝見して居ります。これからも宜しくお願いします、マークさんと奥さんと赤ちゃん。

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Mrs.Ying Wiens is an inspiration ... She supports Mark in evry possible way ... Love u guys ... 1 million subs coming soon !! 😄😍😍

[@saianshbaby8380]

I remember Ross whenever I hear the word Unagi.

[@rhijulbec1]

NO ONE absolutely NO ONE, EVER gets as excited as you do about food Mark! It literally makes me giggle to see how much you love food! Such a pleasure to watch! I cannot imagine eating eel but you make me think I should, 😂 "An eel euphoria", fofl.

[@vincentthegreat82]

Mark you are awesome. Waiting out in the sun in line for more than a hour. We all here waiting with you.

[@Ana-vj8by]

oh my god~ unagi is sooooooooo delicious

[@phiology1983]

Your video makes me want to visit Japan, Mark.

[@shellamarcelo1182]

i miss unagi so much 😭😭

[@alcipta6165]

well baby, lets eat unagi together 😉

[@stevejones8074]

Thanks Mark, I travel to South Korea often with my South Korean wife and seeing your vids just makes me long for real Asian food. Hope to see you there one day.

[@kushakohli]

I Was about to go study but new video is here 💖💖💖

[@anilkrishna1903]

Aah, salmon skin roll! But, is it something you have? Unaagiii

[@bashersbeware]

I usually just click on vids that I want and quickly press the SAVE button. I went online now and surprised you've hit a million already! You're a blessed man Mark. You deserve it! That Unagi really looks good!

[@joshuabell2433]

Mark, such a huge fan of your videos, absolutely love them all !!!!

[@Ninrodsp]

I couldn't help remember Ross. Unagi.

[@killianraynor]

Ahh, salmon skin roll!

[@dennisang5968]

What he eating is the art , the spirit of the food and you cant use price to measure that.

[@davidaltamiranormz8739]

Mark you need to do a 1,000,000 special. Love your videos, keep it going!!

[@wanderlustingsoul2505]

You never disappoint us. Like, N E V E R.

[@maryleialoha2843]

Omgosh. I thought did everything one should do when visiting Japan. After watching this video I have to go back! Everything you had on your table looked so OISHI! After this video that line is going to double with all your fans in it. Hopefully including myself!

[@MarkWiens]

Thank you so much Mary, hope you can go back to visit Japan again soon!

[@manuelliangco1516]

Wow that unagi meal made me so hungry.....

[@ronistern8966]

Mark, I love your videos! They are very good quality visually and you're such a nice guy, always a pleasure to see you enjoying the food and open minded to all kinds of different cuisines. The only problem is that I get a crazy appetite after watching you late at night!

[@jananisakthivel8180]

wow that eel looks awesome, yummy...

[@laki901]

5:28 As to cooking method, it differs depending on the area. In eastern part of Japan, it's grilled, steamed and grilled again; in western part, it's not steamed. When you eat grilled eels in western part of Japan, you can experience different texture!

[@rgrm104]

just love Marks expression every time he takes the first bite..

[@zillsburyy1]

always bring a umbrella when visiting asia

[@neilmacdonald9501]

wow that was expensive.Ive only had frozen unagi which is expensive also but soooo nice, I can only imagine how great this was. Lining up for an hour in the sun would test my patience to the limit :D

[@MarkWiens]

Thanks Neil, this was really on another level even from any other versions I've ever had, such amazing quality and expertise in preparation, but really expensive!

[@neilmacdonald9501]

I hear ya man and i would have to go for it if there (probably...if the line was short....and not too hot in the sun lol)....btw, david califa sure knows his stuff, some outstanding contributions. I've heard you mention him several times so a big thumbs up to david.

[@philippmaqs8799]

He ordered 2 large portion though. Most Japanese will tell you Nagoya's hitsumabushi taste great than the Tokyo ones and that cost me 30$ for the medium one. I only after the taste and it's heavenly. We ate at Maruya.

[@neilmacdonald9501]

Yeah I guess so. I didnt take into account the actual order and only looked at the bill.

[@ayamenaka3430]

Good morning Mark! That unagi looks so lovely I would wait in line for that too, when people are waiting it only tells you that it's excellent! Probably pricey but worth it! Love all your videos and IM too! Aloha from Hawaii808!

[@MarkWiens]

Thank you Ayame, yah it was pricey too, but so good!

[@ayamenaka3430]

About $130.00 but so worth it! Thank you for answering! I was lucky today since you posted 2hrs later than you usually do! Yes! Have a nice day! Love you and your family! Micah is adorable!

[@ayamenaka3430]

Sorry my bad you were in time I'm just late hehe!

[@heracles89]

The guy running to get in the queue cracked me up lol

[@mooncake5016]

Not only the Unagi meal was mouthwatering, the restaurant itself is true Japanese culture. Simple, subtle, and speak itself about unagi.

[@netmatrix75]

Mark's new food word entry for eel, - Eelphoria - Eelsperience 😜

[@thomasjg2120]

Wow what an expensive meal wow, what did ying think about this meal? Love all your videos my American Brother sending u awesome vibes and good energy.

[@MarkWiens]

Thanks Thomas, pretty expensive, but amazing quality, and far superior to any other unagi I've ever had.

[@mooncake5016]

That "wow" from Mark in middle of he meal was powerfully convincing "super" delicious unagi. Over $100 a meal with no sugar coating on foods and dining area. Every dollar represents fully the quality of foods only. I wish I would have a chance to go there. Fortunately, I felt that quality and worth from Mark already. Thanks. Thanks. THANKS!!!

[@edgarlibrando2826]

THERE'S ALWAYS A LESSON LEARNED EVERYTIME MY WIFE & I WATCH YOUR EATING DEMO. THANK YOU

[@caloz.3656]

Need to draw a giant circle but don't have a gigantic compass? Well, this is what you'll need: Paint Mark Wiens Ultra creamy eel

[@Taansane]

*U* *N* *A* *G* *I* - Red Ross

[@planningto]

The best countries in the world are the ones where people know how to queue in a civilized way. That eel looked so good I wanted to cry...

[@Sarahscg5]

Getting closer to 1 million! 🤗 more people need to watch your amazing food experiences. You're awesome Mark.

[@velvirek]

Well I just ate microwaved meal and feel like I'm wasting my life, God this looks so good. 9:15 super cute girl at back:) man, you are living the life:)

[@hd_y]

Keep your priorities straight, i loved it

[@sameast8620]

he takes box opening to a new level lol

[@kisdbee2499]

Love from LA Mark, I'm sushi restaurant owner and I'm eating my unagi don with your unagi episode. What a pleasure man!!. By the way I'm Thai and I think that you are Thai in your last life. I guess I'm not the only one feeling this. Love your channel man. Hope you make a lot of money and have a beautiful traveling and eating life man👏👏👏👏👏

[@DuchDude]

Opening that box felt like opening a treasure room full of pearls! When i get to japan, i wan't my first time eating an eel to be in this resturant!

[@joyjoyoo]

And here I am eating tuna out of a can =/

[@bollyking]

You are still eating good. Compare that with someone eating instant ramen.

[@normsantos1274]

@@bollyking hey, don't judge me. instant ramen with a carl buddig and mayo sandwich and i'm good to go...

[@ProsenjeetPaulProsenjeetPaul]

It looks like nobita's house

[@carfanatic6662]

Really like this place. Sitting and all.

[@Sarahscg5]

That guys running shows how good it is.

[@Chaosfoxx]

each time i see mark take a bite of that EEL my mouth fill with water lol

[@korean8482]

Like ur vlog. Happy day weinz family

[@MarkWiens]

Thank you!

[@Dolorous21]

more japan vlog please ! i'm planning to go japan this end year or next . hoping to use your video's recommendation on where to go and what to eat (:

[@MarkWiens]

More videos coming and will post more on the MarkWiens vlogs channel as well.

[@tranman61]

Thanks Mark Wiens, we went to this restaurant few weeks ago and we had what you showed in the video clip. It was divine! We also took a lots of your infos before we went to Japan, many thanks!

[@tanvir4306]

i like the way u eat n ur smile n ur style of explaining the food review,,

[@armitshushu7718]

Expected. Even the cheap version is so good. I wonder what it tastes like, the expensive one.

[@marcosroberto7058]

Seria ótimo se fosse traduzido para o português, eu amo os vídeos do mark

[@thomasmcmahon6858]

Mark, you are an absolute legend! Started watching your program whilst in Korea, really good recommendations. Wife and I are huge, huge fans! We live in Tokyo and love it. Enjoy!! Looking forward to more videos!!

[@lilireybas1255]

The taste of unagi still in my mouth for years I miss it so much