Kumamoto Prefecture [Kumamoto City] onigiri (rice balls)!
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Koruhako, about a 2-minute walk from Fujisakigu-mae Station in Kumamoto City, is a popular spot where you can enjoy a healthy breakfast plate centered on onigiri (rice balls).
The interior is said to have an atmosphere where you can spend a pleasant time, with both counter and table seating available.
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The "Asa-gohan Plate" is popular, with a set that includes 2 kinds of onigiri (rice balls), 2 small side dishes, and a soup.
You can choose your favorite onigiri from 6 kinds, including "ume-okaka (pickled plum and bonito flakes)" and "mentaiko (spicy cod roe)," and it seems you can also add a fish dish for an extra charge.
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They serve filling onigiri (Japanese rice balls) made with careful attention to the nori (seaweed) and how the rice is cooked.
The onigiri are said to be shaped lightly, with a gentle texture that softly falls apart in the mouth. The flavor, which brings out the taste of each ingredient with care, is also well liked.
kaokaopapapa
With its stylish exterior, this place served a comforting onigiri (rice ball) plate. The tsukudani (food simmered in soy sauce) and negi miso (sweet miso with green onion) were both sweet and went well with the soft onigiri. It was exactly the right pick for breakfast.
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JACK27
A Breakfast plate with onigiri (rice balls). It comes with small side dishes of tofu and tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet). For the main, there is a wide selection of fish you can order separately. The teriyaki yellowtail was crispy on the outside and tender inside, and it was very tasty. They also have daily recommended items such as sanma (Pacific saury) and tachiuo (beltfish).
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Koruhako
Fujisakigumae Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball)
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熊本県熊本市中央区南坪井町5-4ドルハウスビル 1F
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A popular spot within walking distance of Suidocho Station on the Kumamoto City Tram, known for serving delicious rice in its onigiri (rice balls).
The small, spotless interior seems to have a few eat-in seats as well. Takeout is also available.
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The onigiri (rice balls) here are made with rice grown by a rice farmer in Aso, then milled and cooked before being shaped by hand.
In the glass case at the restaurant, the fillings used for the onigiri are lined up, and they also offer genmai onigiri (brown rice balls) and toppings. If you want to enjoy onigiri in the restaurant, the tonjiru (pork miso soup) also comes recommended.
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The rice used in the onigiri (rice balls) is said to have a pleasantly chewy texture, yet it is soft enough to gently fall apart the moment you take a bite.
The more you chew the rice, the more flavor comes through, and the salt level is said to be just right. The onigiri wrapped in nori (seaweed) is said to give off a nice aroma the moment you open the package.
nakas160
I happened to be passing by, so I chose genmai (brown rice), ao togarashi miso (green chili pepper miso), and amazake (sweet fermented rice drink). I ate it right after it was made, and the rice was really good. I also thought that since the rice was so good, the amazake would probably be good too, so I ordered it, and that was tasty as well. Ordering it hot let me enjoy its toasty aroma too, and it was very good. The rice is excellent.
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Tobefair
They shape it after you order. They wrap it up too. I wonder why rice from farmers tastes so good. The rice here was glossy and delicious too. The fillings and the nori (seaweed) were good as well. I’d like to stop by again when I’m nearby. Since the park is close, I think it’s a good spot for lunch or a snack for people spending time there.
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Nouka no Onigiri Ichikara Juu
Suidocho Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball)
熊本県熊本市中央区水道町12-5本田ビル 1F
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Nikumaki Onigiri Kakumei Yatai Tacchan is a specialty shop for nikumaki onigiri (rice balls wrapped in meat), about a 2-minute walk from Kumamotojo-Shiyakushomae Station. It also offers easy access to Kumamoto Castle.
Reviews also say the savory aroma drifting out in front of the shop whets the appetite and makes people want to stop by during a break from sightseeing.
The nikumaki onigiri (rice ball wrapped in meat) is finished with sauce after you order.
Since it is served in a bag, it is also convenient to carry around. Starting with the signature "Tacchan Nikumaki Onigiri," there is a wide variety of options, including "Quattro Cheese Nikumaki" and "Cho Spice Nikumaki."
The onigiri (rice balls) are said to be surprisingly large, about the size of a clenched fist.
The photo shows their signature Tacchan Nikumaki Onigiri (meat wrapped rice ball). It is wrapped with two kinds of meat, pork belly and loin, and seems to have an easy-to-enjoy Japanese soy sauce-based flavor.
koji64
The lightly warm nikumaki onigiri (rice ball wrapped in meat) is really good. It comes with wasabi mayo, and it seems to have chopped wasabi in it? That really tastes great. I thought they had just mixed it together, so the chopped wasabi was a nice surprise. The combination of mayo and wasabi is spot on. The rich flavor of the meat makes the rice go down easy. Then the mild mayonnaise comes together with it, and the wasabi finishes it off with a nice sharp touch.
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GOLD0389
They finish it after the order comes in by adding the sauce and such. Both the meat and rice were a little on the cool side, so it might be just right if you heat it up in the microwave before eating! The sauce was also fairly light! I enjoyed it while feeling a nice sense of nostalgia from the nikumaki (meat roll)!
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Nikumaki Onigiri Kakumei Yatai Tacchan
Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball), Side dishes, Delicatessen, Bento (Lunch box)
熊本県熊本市中央区下通1-4-3宇野ビル 1F
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Omusubiya Kiwami is an onigiri shop located on B1F of the large multi-use commercial complex "Sakuramachi Kumamoto," near Hanabatacho Station in Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City.
As an omusubi shop created by farmers, it offers an onigiri menu made with white rice and a variety of fillings.
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The rice, salt, and nori (seaweed) are sourced locally from Kumamoto. Along with classic onigiri (rice ball) fillings like okaka (bonito flakes) and salmon, they also offer weekly changing fillings.
They also have set menus with Homemade tonjiru (pork miso soup), so it is a good pick when you want to enjoy it as a full meal.
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The rice in the onigiri (rice balls) seems to have a deeply satisfying taste that lets you really notice the rice’s natural sweetness.
The nori (seaweed) is wrapped by yourself right before eating. You can choose between crisp toasted nori with a clean bite, and sushi nori with a pleasant popping texture.
でやす0122
Oh, I found the only place open from the morning!! And it’s an omusubi (rice ball) specialty shop. Onigiri in the morning sounds great, just great!! lol. And the salt, nori (seaweed), and rice are all locally produced!! That’s wonderful. The tonjiru (pork miso soup) is nice and hot, which is great!! The rice is cooked on the soft side, but it has a gentle sweetness and tastes very refined.
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GOLD0389
◯Chirimen sansho (tiny dried sardines with Japanese pepper), it is seasoned on the sweet side, but it makes the rice taste even better!◯Salmon, this topping lets you really taste the rice itself. It was a delicious omusubi (rice ball) where I could feel the sweetness of the rice! It was a great meal!
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Omusubi Ya Kiwami
Hanabatacho Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball)
熊本県熊本市中央区桜町3-10サクラマチクマモト B1F
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Omusubi is a shop in Nagamine Minami, Higashi Ward, Kumamoto City, where you can get onigiri (rice balls), bento (boxed meals), and prepared side dishes for Takeout.
There is also an eat-in space inside, and you can dine in only on weekends and public holidays. It also has a parking lot, so visiting by car is a good option.
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You can enjoy the onigiri (rice balls) not only A la carte, but also as part of the "Breakfast Set" and "Lunch Set".
You can choose one onigiri, and it comes with miso soup made from iriko (dried sardines) stock prepared from the morning, tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet), and a small side dish. It is popular as a great way to fully enjoy onigiri in a distinctly Japanese style of meal.
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There are more than 15 kinds of onigiri (rice ball) fillings in total, and they also offer a topping menu.
Along with classic fillings like "kombu kelp" and "pickled plum," you can also enjoy more unusual options like "Yakiniku" and "spicy mackerel with takana (pickled mustard greens)." The most popular one is said to be "nikumiso (seasoned meat miso) with oba (perilla leaf)."
GOLD0389
The tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet) is pre-made, but they shape the onigiri (rice balls) only after you order, so they come out fresh and fluffy! The miso soup is also packed with ingredients and very tasty! I’d be happier if the onigiri fillings had a bit more in them, but if the idea is to let the rice shine, this amount might be just right!
Source:GOLD0389's review
だいちfk
I had two omusubi (rice balls) and miso soup! The freshly made, piping hot omusubi really hit the spot and tasted great. They also have set meals in the morning and at lunch.
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Omusubi
Tatsutaguchi Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball)
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熊本県熊本市東区長嶺南5-3-15
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Omusubi-dokoro Hirata, located in a quiet residential area of Tsukide, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto City, serves onigiri (rice balls) made with ingredients from Kyushu, available for Takeout and eat-in.
In addition to table seating, there is also counter seating, making it a great spot when you want to casually enjoy onigiri.
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When you want a proper meal for lunch, the set menu is just the thing.
In addition to the main shio-onigiri (salt rice ball), the set comes with miso soup, salad, and a small side dish. For an extra charge, you can add fillings to the onigiri or change the miso soup to tonjiru (pork miso soup).
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The onigiri (rice balls) are popular for their wide lineup of more than 10 varieties, including the mentaiko (spicy cod roe) omusubi (rice ball) and buta kimchi (pork kimchi) omusubi (rice ball).
They also recommend pouring dashi (Japanese soup stock) from a pot over the onigiri and enjoying it ochazuke-style. Reviews also say it is a welcome dish in the colder seasons.
DearLove
The interior is simply done, but it felt comfortable and I was glad I could relax and take my time. I pass by this street around noon for work, so it is easy to stop in and perfect for a light lunch. I think I will come back again when I do not feel like cooking at home.
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GOLD0389
Shio-onigiri (salted rice ball) and shake-onigiri (salmon rice ball). I ate the shake-onigiri normally, and the rice was delicious and it had plenty of filling! Then, you put the shio-onigiri in a Rice bowl, and since the dashi (Japanese soup stock) comes in a pot, it tastes great when you eat it as onigiri chazuke (rice ball in tea-style broth)!
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Omusubi Dokoro Hirata
Tokaigakuen Mae Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball)
熊本県熊本市東区月出2-6-22
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Kumamoto Prefecture [Other Areas] rice balls!
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Po-tama Aso Kumamoto Kuko Ten is a shop inside Kumamoto Airport where you can enjoy onigiri (rice balls) made in a non-hand-formed style, almost like a sandwich.
The shop has a casual feel, and it is said to be just right for grabbing a light bite before your flight.
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At this restaurant, you can mainly enjoy pork tamago onigiri (rice balls with pork and egg), a soul food from Okinawa.
The ham is made with 100% Okinawan pork, and they Special select rice from around Japan that has the sticky texture and distinct grain that work well for onigiri. It also seems to include softly cooked egg.
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Starting with a simple standard menu, they also offer a wide range of special items and restaurant-exclusive dishes.
In addition to "basashi-niku korokke (horse meat croquette)" and "chikuwa salad," the "akaushi steak" made with "akaushi (Japanese brown beef)" raised in the great natural surroundings of Aso is also a menu item exclusive to this restaurant.
sindou
Pōtama. They also have Kumamoto Airport limited menu items, but this time I had a basic one. It has a simple build with rice, fluffy tamagoyaki (Japanese rolled omelet), and Spam tucked inside. It is wrapped in nori (seaweed), making it easy to eat on the go. The salty taste of the Spam goes perfectly with the mild flavors of the rice and tamagoyaki.
Source:sindou's review
はーとろっく
This place has Po-tama with akaushi (Japanese Brown beef) steak! And I’ll have a mini-size Okinawa soba (Okinawan noodles) on the side like a soup... Time to dig in. The akaushi steak is so tasty. Of course, it goes perfectly with the Po-tama too! Is that shiso (perilla leaf) in it for an accent? Something like that, and it works really well♡
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Potama Aso kumamoto kuukou ten
Mashiki Town Others / Onigiri (Rice ball)
熊本県上益城郡益城町大字小谷1802-2
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Omusubi cafe wa is a cafe in Amakusa City where you can enjoy onigiri (rice balls), about 11 minutes by car from Misumi Station. They serve body-friendly onigiri made with carefully selected ingredients.
The interior is spacious, clean, and comfortable. There is also a kids' space, so families can stop by with ease.
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The onigiri (rice balls) at this shop use Special rice grown by the power of nature without any pesticides or chemical fertilizers.
The plump, freshly cooked rice is said to bring out the rice's natural sweetness and aroma. Wrapped in a large sheet of nori (seaweed), it also looks satisfyingly filling.
The photo shows the “Komusubi Set,” which comes with 8 kinds of small onigiri (rice balls) and tonjiru (pork miso soup). You can enjoy familiar onigiri fillings such as kombu kelp, ume okaka (pickled plum and bonito flakes), and sake (salmon).
It is a simple dish that lets you enjoy the natural flavors of the ingredients.
ヒゴイチ
I ordered the Wa Set, with the optional double-size tonjiru (pork miso soup), plus an omusubi (rice ball) topped with a simmered egg. For dessert, I had kinako mochi (rice cake with roasted soybean flour). Everything was delicious. Now I’m seriously tempted to come back and try every item in the regular size.
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シンさん43957
It opens early in the morning, which makes it just right for breakfast. It is also just right when you do not have much time at lunch and want to grab a quick bite. If you had a place like this in the neighborhood, it would be such a handy and welcome shop that gives you exactly what you need.
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Omusubi cafe Wa
Kamiamakusa City Others / Cafe, Onigiri (Rice ball)
熊本県上天草市大矢野町中1188-1
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Musubiya En is an onigiri cafe in a 200-year-old kominka (traditional Japanese house) in Ozu, Kikuchi District, and the building is a Registered Tangible Cultural Property. Its charming appearance lets you feel its history.
Wrapped in a calm, relaxed atmosphere, it is said to be a soothing space where you can enjoy good food.
The ingredients used for the onigiri (rice balls) are carefully sourced from Kumamoto Prefecture, including Kikuchi rice, kama-taki shio (pan-boiled salt) from Amakusa, and Ariake nori (seaweed).
The rice grains are cooked firmly with a nice bite, and people say they taste great.
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You can also buy onigiri (rice balls) A la carte, but if you are eating in, the "omusubi set meal" is recommended.
In addition to a shio-musubi (salted rice ball), you can choose two rice balls with your favorite fillings. The tonjiru (pork miso soup) that comes with the set is packed with ingredients and quite filling.
アユチ
This is a rice ball specialty eatery with such a wide variety of omusubi (rice balls) that choosing is part of the fun. Takeout for a picnic sounds nice too, but the tonjiru (pork miso soup) served at the shop was so good and went perfectly with the omusubi, so I recommend eating in! The shop itself also has a lot of charm and feels very calming ✨
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r u n a ︎︎☾*。
Musubiya En is a quiet old kominka (traditional Japanese house) where you can spend a relaxing time. The omusubi (rice balls) eaten in its somewhat nostalgic atmosphere have a gentle taste that leaves you feeling full at heart. The owner’s warm personality is also lovely, and the courteous service feels comforting. Even first-time visitors are welcomed warmly, giving you the sense of ease of coming back to your family home.
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Musubiya En
Higo Ozu Sta. / Onigiri (Rice ball), Cafe
熊本県菊池郡大津町下町210
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