Record-Breaking Heatwave Survival "Ultimate Stamina Source." Plush, Thick "Premium Eel Menu" Now Available

Hotel New Otani Osaka

Tokidokoro "Isshin"

Unaju / Unamabushi Stone Grill / Unaju Kaiseki

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At Tokidokoro "Isshin" in Hotel New Otani Osaka, in anticipation of this summer's hotter-than-average heatwave, we will begin offering the "Premium Eel Menu," a luxurious stamina booster representing Japan's summer culinary culture, featuring carefully selected domestic eel grilled with exceptional craftsmanship, starting July 18, 2026 (Sat). We deliver a special dining experience that is both elegant and intensely appetite-stimulating, intended for discerning adults who wish to nurture their bodies with authentic deliciousness, especially during this period of extreme heat, allowing them to forget the harsh daytime heat in a tranquil and refined Japanese setting.

The Key to Preventing Summer Fatigue! Nutrient-Rich "Premium Eel from Osumi Peninsula, Kagoshima Prefecture"

Eel, a traditional stamina food essential to Japanese summers, is rich in vitamins A, B, and D, which help with fatigue recovery, and is also expected to help thin the blood, making it a true source of beauty and health. "Isshin" uses premium eel, rich in fat, raised in the quality groundwater of Kagoshima Prefecture's Osumi Peninsula, which boasts the largest eel production in Japan. Craftsmen assess the condition of each eel before steaming it using New Otani's traditional Edo-mae technique, creating an artistic contrast between the fluffy texture of the flesh, the crispy, fragrant skin, and the overflowing juicy fat.

Three "Premium Eel Menus" Woven by Craftsmen's Grilling and Secret Tare

The Pinnacle of the Classic "Unaju"

Covered generously in a secret tare, passed down through generations and made with ingredients like eel bones, this dish is characterized by its chewy texture and deep flavor. Enjoying it with domestic Koshihikari rice soaked in the tare fills your mouth with a lingering sense of delight.

An Evolved, Fragrant "Unamabushi Stone Grill"

A dish where domestic eel, fragrantly grilled on a stone griddle, pairs perfectly with refreshing sansho pepper. The sizzling sound and rich aroma stimulate all five senses. Enjoy it by adding exquisite dashi broth and condiments, changing the flavor like Hitsumabushi.

An Irresistible "Unaju Kaiseki" for Eel Lovers

A kaiseki meal that allows eel lovers to enjoy both grilled white eel and grilled eel (Unaju) at once. You can enjoy changes in flavor like Hitsumabushi with condiments and dashi broth.

The Ultimate Pairing to Enhance Eel's Umami: "Mizore-zake"

We propose "Mizore-zake," which is as refreshing to look at as it is to drink, to accompany our premium eel. The crisp flavor of freshly squeezed sake is sharp, and with one sip, it melts softly in your mouth, spreading a mellow umami and aroma. Please enjoy this summer-exclusive marriage of flavors in a cool setting.

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Hotel New Otani Osaka

Tokidokoro "Isshin"

Summer Premium Eel Collection

https://www.newotani.co.jp/osaka/restaurant/isshin/unagi/

[Period] July 18, 2026 (Sat) - July 31 (Fri)

[Hours] 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Last Order 8:30 PM)

[Location] Hotel New Otani Osaka B1F, Tokidokoro "Isshin", 1-4-1 Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka

[Menu]

Unaju

Special Unaju ¥10,000 / Unaju ¥7,000 *Includes pickles and liver soup *Service charge not included

Unamabushi Stone Grill

Unamabushi ¥8,000 / Small ¥4,700 *Includes pickles, condiments, and exquisite dashi broth *Service charge not included

Unaju Kaiseki

Unaju Kaiseki ¥14,000 *Service charge not included <Menu> [Appetizer] Assortment of seasonal appetizers [Steamed Dish] Eel Chawanmushi [Sashimi] Today's Sashimi [Grilled Dish] White Eel (Half) and Simmered Eel Liver with Sansho Pepper [Vinegared Dish] Today's Vinegared Dish [Rice] Mini Unaju or Unamabushi (+¥1,000) [Soup] Liver Soup [Dessert] Peach and Lemon Compote Jelly

Mizore-zake

Hakutsuru Josen Nama Chozoshu ¥1,200

Hakutsuru Junmai Daiginjo ¥2,500

*Service charge not included

[Reservations/Inquiries] Tokidokoro "Isshin" 06-6949-3296

Hotel New Otani Osaka, since its opening on September 1, 1986, has walked alongside Osaka Castle, receiving the patronage of guests from around the world, and will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026. Based on its history, we look towards a future of 50 and 100 years, continuously evolving our hospitality and creating "new" experiences. We have various new offerings planned, so please look forward to them.