3 recommended restaurants have been loved by locals in Urawa

Did you watch ‘2018 FIFA World Cup’ held the other day? The Japanese national players Makino and Endo who had a big impact on the game belong to ‘Urawa Red Diamonds (called Urawa Reds), the professional soccer team based in Urawa. Urawa like that is dotted with popular restaurants among locals as well as ones for soccer fans. Why not have a fantastic time in restaurants unique to Urawa?

This time, we’re going to introduce our recommended eateries within 5 minutes’ walking distance from Urawa Washington Hotel.

“Shuzo Riki Urawa Main Store” where you can enjoy watching a soccer game while stuffing your mouth with fresh meats

“Shuzo Riki Urawa Main Store” whose red lanterns and exterior stands out. This is a Japanese tavern run by a meat wholesaler and offers abundant dishes using fresh meats sent directly from Nagano prefecture. No matter what you eat, a rich flavor of meat explodes in your mouth. In addition, there are a large screen and televisions inside the tavern, and many people direct a serious look at them. It’s also the mecca of Urawa Reds fans, so you can enjoy your meal while watching videos of Urawa Reds’ or Japanese national team’s games. Please spend an exciting time with feeling an atmosphere unique to the soccer city.

Opening Hours	4:00PM – 11:00PM　Open all year round
Address	1-3-7 Naka-cho, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
Access	A 5-min walk from the hotel
URL	http://www.ri-ki.co.jp/store/store01.html

“Unagi Masuya” offering ultimate eels soaked into traditional sauce

A long-established eel restaurant “Unagi Masuya” with a history of 130 years uses only domestic eels. When you open a menu book, an eel rice box named Bando Taro (坂東太郎) grabs your attention. Bando taro is a premium brand of eel. It seems that only approximately 30 stores in Japan can get it because it’s a very rare eel. Its taste similars to seasonal natural eels, and it’s richer in nutrition than natural ones. Moreover, the fatty and fluffy eel goes well with Masuya’s traditional sauce that has not changed since the Meiji period.

Opening Hours	Tuesday – Saturday, a day before a holiday: 11:00AM – 2:45PM／5:00PM – 8:45PM Sunday & Holiday: 11:00AM – 2:45PM／5:00PM – 7:45PM
Address	7-1-3 Kishi-cho, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saimata Prefecture
Access	A 2-min walk from the hotel
URL	https://urawa-masuya.owst.jp/en/

“Sabo Koma” with a scent of coffee and a atmosphere unique to Showa

If you want to take a break halfway through your trip, you should visit “Sabo Koma.” When you open the door of the cafe, a pleasant scent of coffee welcomes you. Sabo Koma with 45 years of history has a nostalgic and elegant atmosphere like a bar. 8 types of coffee with a rich flavor and various homemade cakes will relieve your weariness of the travel. Especially, ‘Koma Blend’ handed down from the founder is exquisite, which is extracted with a siphon. Please savor coffee that you can’t drink anywhere else.

Opening Hours	9:30AM – 6:30PM　Closed on Monday, the second and forth Sunday
Address	2-1-2 Takasago, Urawa-ku, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture
Access	A 1-min walk from the hotel
URL	https://localplace.jp/t200446334/