The first in Kyushu! The onigiri specialty store from Osaka that is so popular that there are always long lines (Watanabedori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka)

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This time, we will introduce you to a store that specializes in onigiri rice balls that are hearty and satisfying!

Very popular! Onigiri specialty store from Osaka "Onigiri Gorichan Tenjin Branch" (Watanabedori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City)

Onigiri Gorichan Tenjin Store, a popular onigiri specialty store that opened on December 26, 2024, is located about a 5-minute walk from Watanabedori Station on the Nanakuma Subway Line.

This popular restaurant has its main store in Osaka, and this is its first location in Kyushu! Both eat-in and take-out are available, with reservations for take-out only being accepted by phone.

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There's a line even before it opens!

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When you enter the store, the staff will greet you with a cheerful "Welcome!"

There are only 12 seats at the counter.

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It's fun to be able to see how the rice balls are made from any seat.

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Approximately 40 varieties + "toppings" and "double the ingredients" for endless fun with our special onigiri

There are a whopping 40 different types of onigiri. For an additional fee, you can add a different topping to the onigiri you choose, or increase the amount of rice or double the toppings. The possibilities for fun are endless!

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Each item is carefully made after an order is placed.

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They are very particular about their rice. They use Koshihikari rice from Niigata Prefecture. It is shiny and fluffy when cooked, which makes it perfect for making onigiri.

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The salt is from Okinawa Prefecture, and the seaweed is from Ariake, Saga Prefecture.

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Most of the ingredients are handmade in the store.

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The rice balls are filled with so many ingredients that you'll be amazed.

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It is also characterized by its beautiful appearance, with ingredients not only inside but also on top.

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It's nice to be able to taste the ingredients no matter where you eat it.

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Recommended! Introducing popular toppings

Here we will introduce some of the most popular topping combinations recommended by the shop.

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"Egg yolk marinated in soy sauce + minced meat" (600 yen)

The sweetly seasoned minced meat and rich egg yolk pickled in soy sauce go perfectly together!

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"Negitoro + Egg Yolk Pickled in Soy Sauce" (550 yen)

This rice ball combines the delicious flavor of tuna, flavorful spring onions, and the mellow richness of egg yolk. It's definitely a delicious combination.

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"Sujiko + Salmon" (750 yen)

This extremely popular rice ball combines the saltiness of the sujiko with the delicious flavor of the salmon.

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You won't be able to stop eating! A unique way to enjoy the food while eating in!

The restaurant also serves free soup stock made with kelp from Hokkaido and domestic bonito flakes!

The recommended way to eat onigiri is to eat half of it and use the other half as ochazuke.

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The combination of the specially made dashi soup stock made every morning and the rice balls is so delicious you won't be able to stop eating.

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Condiments are also provided, so please make your own ochazuke to your liking.

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There are many ways to enjoy Onigiri Gorichan Tenjin Store. Why not come and visit? (Text by Hicho_cafe)

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■ Onigiri Gorichan Tenjin store
Address: 3-7-14 Watanabedori, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Business hours: 11:00-20:00 (ends when rice runs out)
Closed: Wednesdays
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