At Qichuan Street on Linsen North Road, during lunch and dinner hours, the entire street is filled with the aroma of grilled eel. This is because a historic Japanese restaurant called Hizenya is the source. The crowd waiting to enter the restaurant for a meal is a phenomenon usually seen in Japanese ramen shops, and now it has reappeared in Taiwan.
To eat the popular eel rice bowl at Hizenya, eating eel in summer is a Japanese tradition, said to replenish energy. The rich, fatty eel meat is marinated in sauce and then grilled over charcoal. It is fresh, tender, and shiny, tempting to eat. The grilled eel skewers are cheap and delicious, and you can order several without breaking the bank. The popular sweet-sauced grilled eel liver is fresh and delicious, and it usually sells out quickly, so it's best to come early.
Fresh sashimi and omelets are also very popular, and are must-order dishes. The sashimi is large and fresh, and the omelet is handmade, cut into three pieces, served warm, and you can taste the original egg juice flavor. There are also various Japanese dishes available for you to enjoy. Japanese tourists and celebrities often come here to eat. If you don't want to wait in line for too long, please start your journey early!