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Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture draws many people with its traditional scenery, including Kenrokuen (historic garden) and chaya-gai (traditional teahouse districts). Blessed with great water and rice, this area shows the maker’s care even in a single onigiri (rice ball). This article rounds up recommended onigiri shops in Kanazawa City.
Created: July 21, 2026
This article is based on532Tabelog reviews.
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Omisojiru Shokudo Soramiso Kanazawa Hyakubangai Rinto Ten is in a spot with great access from Kanazawa Station, and its very popular Soramiso set meal lets you pair two rice balls of your choice with miso soup.
The rice balls are also available for Takeout, so they are perfect to bring along while strolling around the city.
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The onigiri (Japanese rice balls) are carefully shaped one by one after each order comes in, and are known for their soft, fluffy texture.
The photo shows the "Pirikara Hijiki no Tori Soboro" and "Tororo Ume." The balance between the rice and fillings is just right, letting you taste the natural goodness of the ingredients.
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Of the three kinds of miso soup you can choose from, Minatomachi no Metta-jiru (Kanazawa-style hearty miso soup), a local dish from Kanazawa, is one you should not miss. It is said to be packed with root vegetables, making it quite filling.
The rich miso is mellowed by sake lees, and the salt level is said to be just right.
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The miso soup was a tantan-style miso soup, with plenty of diced daikon radish and bean sprouts in it. It was not spicy and had a creamy taste. There were also two onigiri (rice balls), but they were small, so the portion felt just right, and it was nice to enjoy two different kinds.
Source:14d9cf66395's review
The omusubi (rice balls) were perfectly round. At first, they seemed a bit rice-heavy, but the fillings were well seasoned, so it was not a problem and the balance felt just right. Both varieties had seasoning that made me want more rice, and I could not stop eating them.
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Musubi Kanazawa Eki Ten is an onigiri (rice ball) shop inside Kanazawa Station, making it easy to stop by while traveling.
You can buy onigiri made with local ingredients and croquettes filled with Noto gyu (Noto beef), so it is also a great fit for visitors who want to enjoy local flavors.
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Each one is individually packed, which makes it easy to buy just as many as you need.
The photo shows the “shiro ebi kakiage musubi (rice ball with white shrimp fritter)” and “shiro tororo kombu musubi (rice ball with white shredded kelp)” made with Hokuriku specialties. Both are well liked for their simple yet deep flavor that brings out the best in the ingredients.
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You’ll want to buy the Noto-gyu (Noto beef) Heart Croquette together with your onigiri (rice ball). Its cute shape will make you want to snap a photo.
The fluffy potato is wrapped in a crispy coating, and thanks to its well seasoned flavor, it tastes great even without sauce.
ヴォル・デ・ワンワン
The warm, plump omusubi (rice balls), served in a state close to freshly made, have a comforting taste that soothes the fatigue of travel. They are generously filled all the way to the center of the rice, so they stay satisfying to the very last bite.
Source:ヴォル・デ・ワンワン's review
唯ののデブ
A tasty onigiri shop that opens from the morning. Each and every onigiri (rice ball) here is good. What stands out in particular is the wide range of fillings unique to Hokuriku (the Hokuriku region), and it was nice to be able to enjoy onigiri made with local specialties such as nodoguro (blackthroat seaperch) and Kanazawa curry from early in the morning.
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Omusubi Bijin is an onigiri (Japanese rice ball) shop with a relaxed atmosphere and the warm feel of Japanese style. Another nice point is that you can choose between white rice and genmai (brown rice).
It opens early in the morning, so many people stop by for breakfast.
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These onigiri (rice balls), perfect for breakfast or a light lunch, are packed with fillings and served freshly made and piping hot.
Unique fillings such as "shake harasu (salmon belly)" and "hijiki wasabi (hijiki seaweed with wasabi)" appear on a daily rotation, so you might want to eat them every day.
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If you want a solid meal, the set menu is a good choice.
The photo shows the Mentaiko (spicy cod roe) and Tamago Kake Gohan (rice topped with raw egg), which comes with hearty tonjiru (pork miso soup) and small side dishes with a gentle flavor. With so many things that go well with rice, it looks very satisfying.
シルビアン
The onigiri (rice balls) were warm, the rice grains stood up nicely, and they had a great looseness to them. Really good onigiri. The sake (silver salmon) was rich and fatty, and the takana (pickled mustard greens) was stir-fried old pickles. I’ll definitely come back for this.
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cherr41470
You can choose either genmai (brown rice) or white rice. Since they make it fresh after you order, the onigiri (rice balls) come piping hot, softly and gently shaped. The tonjiru (pork miso soup) is packed with ingredients and very filling. It’s fun to try unusual onigiri once in a while too.
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Mitsuya is a small onigiri (rice ball) shop with mainly counter seating, located right next to the Kanazawa Naka Police Station.
Its very popular lunch set comes with excellent onigiri, side dishes, soup, and even dessert.
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The onigiri (rice balls) are said to be on the larger side and highly satisfying.
The photo shows the "salmon" and "norijiko (half-grilled cod roe)." The lightly shaped rice is said to pair perfectly with the saltiness and texture of the fillings.
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The “daily set,” which is perfect for lunch, is popular not only for its onigiri (rice balls) but also for the tasty miso soup and side dishes that come with it.
It is also a nice bonus for tourists that Kanazawa cuisine such as jibuni (duck stew) appears on the menu.
ひろっか5293
The onigiri are shaped with a soft, airy touch, so tender that the rice gently falls apart with every bite. Wrapped in a large sheet of nori, they are really delicious. The sides are Homemade jibuni (duck and vegetable stew), miso soup, and pickles. These are also perfect palate cleansers to enjoy while eating the onigiri.
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空音♩
The onigiri (rice balls) looked big, but they were lightly and softly shaped, so I finished them in no time. The salt level was just right, and I was very happy to have such good onigiri. I was completely Manzoku.
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Yamasato no Saki is an onigiri (rice ball) shop with a nice atmosphere in a renovated machiya (traditional townhouse), and it also has good access from Omicho Ichiba (Omicho Market) and Higashi Chayagai (Higashi Tea District).
The ingredients they use are all from Ishikawa Prefecture, from the rice to the fillings and even the salt. It looks like a great place to fully enjoy the local flavors.
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The Special Noto nigiri set recommended for lunch lets you choose any 3 kinds from a wide variety of onigiri (rice balls).
Another nice point is the many unique Kanazawa-style fillings, such as Suzu no Agehama Shio (traditional salt from Suzu), Ishiru no Yaki-nigiri (grilled rice ball with ishiru fish sauce), and Haikara.
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The "Special Noto nigiri set" also lets you choose your miso soup from two kinds.
The photo shows "metta-jiru" with pork and 10 kinds of ingredients. It has a gentle miso flavor and is said to be so good that you'll want another bowl.
おかゆbaba
I had the standard onigiri (rice ball) set in the eat-in space. For the miso soup, you can choose either aosa-jiru (green laver soup) or tonjiru (pork and vegetable miso soup). You can also choose from a wide range of onigiri, and I went with a shiomusubi (salted rice ball) made with Noto fried salt and a nimago (simmered egg) onigiri. They were so good I could really taste the natural sweetness of the rice.
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manchi0202
You can enjoy the best breakfast that makes you glad to be Japanese. The onigiri (rice balls) come in a wide variety, and every one of them looks delicious. The miso soup really hits the spot in the morning and wakes you right up. It warmed both body and soul.
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