"Uehara Japanese Cuisine" is a well-established Japanese restaurant in Anping District, known for its beautiful garden setting and delicious dishes. This restaurant is recommended by locals as an ideal place for gatherings and banquets.

Uehara Japanese Cuisine is located at the intersection of Yiping Road and Yonghua Third Street in Tainan's Anping District. Motorbikes can park right at the entrance, while cars can find parking in nearby roadside spaces or parking lots, approximately a 5-minute walk away.

Uehara Japanese Cuisine occupies a prominent triangular stand-alone building with a spacious entrance garden featuring landscaping and a pond, creating an impressive atmosphere. The small blackboard at the entrance lists recommended dishes. The interior space is air-conditioned and cool, with seating areas divided into general dining areas, private rooms, and a chef's counter area. The dining space is very spacious, with the largest private room accommodating up to 40 people, making it perfect for family gatherings and group dinners.

The Uehara menu includes: chef's recommendations, appetizers, sashimi, grilled items, sushi, hand rolls, soups, hot pots, and set meals. The prices for the set meals are affordable, starting at NT$450 for lunch specials, which include multiple exquisite dishes such as assorted sashimi, grilled sweetfish, and fried shrimp tempura, among other classic dishes. Overall, the pricing is mid to high but very reasonable.

Chin Fin Belly - NT$520
I must say, I fell in love with Chin Fin Belly the first time I tried it; after visiting other places, I truly believe this one is top-notch. The Chin Fin Belly has an incredibly rich fat content, with a tender and smooth texture exuding a strong freshness and rich fish aroma.

Soft Squid (One slice) - NT$400
If you love the texture of squid and cuttlefish, you will definitely love the soft squid even more. The soft squid is tender yet elastic, providing a subtle chewiness that's not hard or tough like other seafood. It is both smooth and chewy, plus I discovered a fantastic cut of sashimi!

Shrimp Asparagus Hand Roll - NT$80
Asparagus Hand Roll - NT$60
Inari Sushi (one piece) - NT$40

Flounder Sushi - NT$330
The rich oil of the flounder sushi melts in your mouth without being greasy.

Grilled Sweetfish (Two pieces) - NT$640
A must-order whenever I visit; the whole fish is crispy and savory, perfect for sipping sake.

Large Shrimp - NT$300
The large shrimp tempura is one of the few tempuras I will eat. The tempura is made with large shrimp and served with vegetables alongside a refreshing dipping sauce of grated radish.

Stone Grilled Boneless Short Ribs - NT$480
The stone grilled boneless short ribs come to your table on a hot iron plate, allowing you to cook it yourself. As the beef sizzles on the hot stone, the aroma spreads, and the juices seep out with the temperature. The outside gets slightly crispy while the inside is packed with rich fat. Accompanied by garlic slices and sea salt, the taste of the meat is accentuated.

Earthen Pot Steam - NT$120
Hehe! A must-order soup when visiting Japanese restaurant LUNA.

Shark Fin Soup - NT$380

Thoughts: Having eaten here many times, I find something new each visit, especially with the sashimi, which I highly recommend. The standard is much higher than usual. If considering the price, I suggest coming for lunch to enjoy the set meals, as the quality is quite impressive.

Highlights:

• Must-order dish: Chin Fin Belly
• Environment: Spacious and comfortable, cool air conditioning
• Parking: Motorbikes can park at the entrance; cars can park outside the Government Front Road Municipal Garden parking lot
• Restrooms: Separate for men and women
• Queue: Very fast, almost no waiting time
• Service: Quite good; the owner is enthusiastic in introductions
• Value for money: 🌟🌟🌟
  (Simply discussing food and prices)