A Premier Restaurant for Authentic Uwajima Tai Meshi with Sea Bream Sashimi in Egg Sauce
About this spot
An esteemed establishment standing riverside on the Sugakawa, this long-established restaurant represents Uwajima's most celebrated local cuisine. The signature Uwajima Tai Meshi is prepared not by cooking the sea bream into the rice, but rather by draping fresh tai sashimi in a special broth and raw egg sauce, then boldly heaping it over piping-hot rice—a distinctly Nanyo style. Legend has it that fishermen aboard their boats ate this as a quick meal, and once you taste the tender sweetness of the sea bream cloaked in silky sauce, you'll understand why it's unforgettable. The menu also features jako ten—small fish minced with bones and fried—iwashi sashimi, and fukumeshi, showcasing the bounty of Uwa Bay.
Tips
Lunch crowds pack the place with both tourists and locals, so arriving right at opening or booking ahead ensures a table. Start with their signature Tai Meshi set; if you have room, order jako ten as a side. The surrounding streets are narrow, so use nearby parking lots rather than parking directly at the restaurant.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes. Lines are shortest right after opening, and freshly fried jako ten is easier to order.
Access & map
〒798-0035 Ehime Prefecture, Uwajima City, Shinmachi 2-chome 3−8
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