Zauo Fishing Restaurant
Zauo is a restaurant in Nishi-Shinjuku where guests fish for their own dinner from a surrounding moat. The interior is designed like a boat, with a channel of live fish of different species that visitors can select and catch for their meal.
Zauo started as an unusual concept and grew popular through the appeal of catching your own meal. The restaurant evolved into a well-known spot in Tokyo for those seeking an interactive and memorable dining experience.
The name Zauo reflects the Japanese tradition of fishing and eating what you catch, connecting diners directly to that heritage. Inside, visitors sit at a boat-shaped counter surrounded by a moat of live fish, making the fishing culture tangible and part of the meal experience.
The restaurant is located on the first floor of Shinjuku Washington Hotel and is easily reached from nearby Tochomae Station. The casual atmosphere is welcoming, making it possible for first-timers and experienced visitors alike to try fishing for their meal.
When a guest catches a fish, the entire restaurant celebrates with a special chant. This tradition creates a sense of community and shared excitement as other diners witness and join in the celebration of the catch.
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