It's a thin rolled omelette with rice, eel, shrimp, and other ingredients rolled up in it. I, originally from Kanto, used to call it "chakin sushi," but apparently it's called "kinchaku sushi" here. It has a cute round shape. The thin omelette is not paper-thin but fluffy. The taste of the rolled eel and toppings is exquisite! It's convenient that they specialize in takeout. Whenever I plan to go to Shinsaibashi, I always make a reservation.

[Osaka City] A sushi restaurant in Soemon-cho (north of Dotonbori) in Osaka. Located... one block east of Daisamon-bashi, which is just north of the famous Glico sign on Ebisu Bridge. It is a short walk from Nipponbashi Station (exit 2) and also from Namba Station. Closed on Sundays and holidays. Open from 3pm to midnight. Even bartenders in Minami know this famous restaurant. It is a small shop in the entertainment district, but it has a certain elegance. They only offer takeout, no dining in. The menu includes items like tea towel sushi, inari sushi, futomaki, anakyu maki, kappa maki, and chirashi sushi. They also offer special items like boxed sushi (requires reservation), small sea bream stick sushi, and eel stick sushi. The main attraction here is the "巾着寿司" (Kinchaku-zushi) for 1000 yen. It was created by the founder who opened a restaurant in Hozenji Yokocho in 1877. It is also known as the "excuse sushi" because it was enjoyed in Soemon-cho while waiting for the Kinchaku-zushi to be ready. Each Kinchaku-zushi is made fresh to order and wrapped elegantly. The service is top-notch and the staff is very polite. The packaging is elegant with black wrapping paper and a golden decorative cord. Inside, you will find a beautifully wrapped thin omelette with finely shredded kelp acting as the cord. It also comes with sweet vinegar ginger on the side. The sushi is quite large and consists of shrimp, eel, and green peas. The sushi rice is mixed with seaweed and shiitake mushrooms, and the vinegar has a slightly strong taste with a good balance of sweetness and sourness. The omelette is moist and lightly seasoned, while the kelp cord is surprisingly flavorful. The taste may seem a bit monotonous due to the minimal fillings, but the sweet vinegar ginger adds a nice touch. Overall, the Kinchaku-zushi is quite filling and a unique experience for sushi lovers. Osaka sushi, with its specialties like boxed sushi, battera, and Kinchaku-zushi, offers a different kind of artistry compared to traditional Edo-style sushi. It makes you want to explore more of this world.

Why do you make me cry, Souemon? (Sung by Miyashiro) Established in the Meiji era, the famous "Hon Nitsuru" in Souemon-cho, finally got to taste it! Each order is handmade one by one, that's the dedication. The box is luxurious, and when you open it, it's beautiful! Untie the kombu and open it to reveal even more beauty! On top of a substantial amount of sushi rice, there is grilled anago, shrimp, and green peas. Along with the elegant taste of kinshi tamago, when you take a bite, it's a heartwarming traditional flavor! If you received this as a souvenir, everyone would be greatly impressed!

At the end of the year, I thought about writing a review of a high-end restaurant, but it's too tiring so I gave up. It would take a long time like Mr. Miyamoto and Mr. Sugi. This is a takeout-only shop that stands alone in the middle of Osaka at night. It was established in 1877. It's amazing for a restaurant to be over 100 years old. Apparently, some fathers used this place as an excuse for drinking, bringing it back as a souvenir. So it's also known as "Excuse Sushi." I ordered the "Kinchaku Sushi" (950 yen). It's said that the first generation here came up with it, but Wikipedia says it was invented by a chef from the Imperial Household in the Taisho era. Which is the correct answer? Anyway, they make it quickly after you order. They wrap the thin omelette quickly, but what's even more surprising is how fast they wrap it in paper! It's quite large, almost like a bento rice ball. Definitely more than a bowl of tea. How am I supposed to eat this? Should I use chopsticks? Even though it's so big, it would be embarrassing to eat it with my hands. There are shrimp, conger eel, green peas, etc. as toppings, and the rice is mixed with shiitake mushrooms and seaweed, wrapped in a thin omelette, and tied with a kelp string. It has a slightly sweet taste, which is interesting. Looking at it this way, the shrimp is important both visually and in terms of texture with its red and white appearance. It's not just about Edo-style sushi, so please try other good Osaka sushi restaurants like Kono Take and Yoshino Sushi. Oh wait, Kono Take is closed indefinitely! What a shock... It's a shame to see this kind of historical Osaka sushi culture fading away.

At Honnitsuru in Soemoncho, when you enter the store, you will see various sushi lined up in the showcase. They make the sushi after you order, so you wait inside the store. I ordered Chakin Sushi and Futomaki. In the meantime, they talked to me about various things, making me forget about the passing time. I also got to see them working in the kitchen at the back. I asked them to pack it for me to take back to the hotel, and when I opened it, I saw the bright yellow Chakin Sushi and the black Futomaki shining inside the silver box. Inside the Chakin Sushi, there were conger eel, shrimp, green peas, shiitake mushrooms, nori, all mixed in with vinegared rice. When I ate it while wrapped in the egg, the thin omelette felt like a soft sponge, smooth and not tiring to eat. The Futomaki, with egg, shiitake mushrooms, and sweet fish flakes, had a good aroma of nori and a nice sweetness. It was a feast. Thank you for the meal.

Dotonbori's bustling atmosphere still lingers in Soemon-cho. In one corner of this area is a takeout-only sushi restaurant. However, the sushi served here is not nigiri sushi, but rather pressed sushi, scattered sushi, tea towel sushi, and nori rolls. The exterior looks more like a shop selling tea or something, rather than a sushi restaurant. Surprisingly, this is a long-established store that has been in business for over 100 years. Inside the store, aside from the displayed sushi samples, the decor is simple with a glimpse of where the sushi is made. The menu includes a variety of items such as wrapped sushi, scattered sushi, conger eel sushi, red sea bream sushi, boxed sushi, tekka rolls, conger eel and cucumber rolls, thick rolls, and more. I visited on a Saturday night, and the owner mentioned that on weekends, items can sell out, so it is advisable to reserve in advance to secure your order. The assorted pressed sushi was sold out, but the popular kimchi sushi was still available. I purchased a set of conger eel and cucumber rolls (1400 yen). The items are prepared after ordering, so it takes about 10 minutes before you can take them home. During this time, the owner shares interesting information about Osaka sushi, such as the saltiness and the differences between Eastern and Western sushi cultures, which is quite fascinating. For more details, it's best to ask the owner directly (^_^) Once I brought the sushi home and transferred it to a plate, I noticed that although the size is small, it is surprisingly heavy. The packaging has a sense of "a little something special," making it a thoughtful gift. The kimchi sushi has vinegared rice mixed with seaweed, neatly wrapped in a thin omelet. Such a beautiful sushi presentation is rare (^_^) The filling includes boiled shrimp, conger eel, and a few edamame beans. The vinegared rice is moderately seasoned and quite chewy, providing a satisfying texture. The omelet is fluffy with a hint of sweetness, while the conger eel has a smoky flavor. The conger eel and cucumber rolls are slightly loose and fluffy. The sauce is mildly sweet with a strong soy sauce flavor. Both the conger eel and cucumber are generously portioned, balancing well with the strong sauce and creating a delicious combination (^_^) The kimchi sushi is a hearty sushi to enjoy, but this one is more suitable for nibbling. The pricing may seem a bit high, but considering the beauty and effort put into it, it is within an acceptable range. In reality, receiving such a beautiful sushi as a gift would definitely be a delight, and it would surely elevate the giver's status (^m^) It's also convenient that they operate late into the night for a store of this kind. It's understandable why this long-standing establishment is considered a renowned shop in the area. I hope they continue to uphold their traditions for years to come. Thank you for the meal.

This is a long-established sushi restaurant in Osaka, dating back to 1877 (Meiji 10). While there are famous Osaka sushi restaurants like Takotake (founded in 1831) and Yoshino Sushi (founded in 1841), nowadays there are more Edomae sushi places, making this restaurant quite rare. Located right in the heart of Dotonbori, the specialty here is the "Kinchaku Sushi," also known as the "Excuse Sushi." The restaurant stays open until midnight, catering to fathers who buy it as an excuse for coming home drunk. The sushi is beautifully wrapped, with a stunning appearance when opened. The vinegar rice, mixed with plenty of seaweed, is complemented by shrimp, conger eel, and green peas. The egg is subtly sweet with a hint of saltiness, creating an elegant texture. Despite the minimal fillings, the harmony between the rice and egg keeps it enjoyable until the last bite. The sharp taste of the pickled ginger on the side adds a unique touch. This sushi is so beautiful that anyone would be delighted to receive it. Truly deserving of its name, the "Excuse Sushi."

Osaka Minami's representative drinking district, "Suehirocho", is home to a long-established Osaka sushi restaurant called "Hon Nitsuru", founded in the 10th year of the Meiji era. About the restaurant: Located just north of Dotombori's Taisaemon Bridge (where "Daitako" used to be), Hon Nitsuru is a small takeout-only sushi restaurant. The entrance has a customer space, and at the back is the kitchen where the 6th generation young male owner runs the shop. Types of sushi: Hon Nitsuru offers a variety of Osaka sushi, including their famous "Kinchaku sushi", box sushi, and stick sushi. The most popular item is the Kinchaku sushi, which is often bought as a souvenir by customers in Suehirocho. Signature dishes: - Kinchaku sushi: 950 yen - Kinchaku sushi & Futomaki: 1800 yen - Kinchaku sushi & Anakyu: 1400 yen - Kinchaku sushi & Kappa: 1250 yen - Husband and wife Inari sushi (limited in winter): 700 yen - Futomaki: 1800 yen - Anago stick sushi: 4500 yen - Small Tai sparrow sushi: 4500 yen - Anakyu & Tekka: 1800 yen - Box sushi: 4500 yen - Box sushi & Futomaki: 6300 yen - Chirashi sushi: 8000 yen - Chirashi sushi & Kappa: 4000 yen Ordered dishes: I tried the signature "Kinchaku sushi & Futomaki set" and the limited edition "Husband and wife Inari sushi". Review: The Kinchaku sushi was larger than expected, with a delicious combination of ingredients inside. The Futomaki was simple yet tasty, and the Husband and wife Inari sushi was unique and flavorful, with a generous amount of dashi. Overall, the dishes were filling and reasonably priced, with a visually appealing presentation. The traditional Osaka sushi at Hon Nitsuru was surprisingly delicious, and I look forward to exploring more old-fashioned sushi restaurants in Osaka.

This restaurant, Honnitsuru, specializes in take-out sushi in Muneemon-cho. It has a long history, established in the 10th year of the Meiji era. The famous dish here is the "Kinchaku sushi," which is often called "drunkard's sushi" because many fathers buy it on their way home after drinking. I happened to pass by the store and bought two Kinchaku sushi this time. Each costs 950 yen but is very filling. It consists of steamed shrimp, eel, and green beans on top of vinegared rice, wrapped in thin omelette. The vinegared rice includes shiitake mushrooms and seaweed. The rice is probably made with glutinous rice, as it has a chewy and sticky texture. It's quite heavy on the stomach, so I thought it would be nice to have a smaller size option for women. The menu also includes Chirashi sushi, and there is a set with Kinchaku sushi and Chirashi sushi. However, it's a bit pricey, so I recommend it more for souvenirs.

I have been curious about this restaurant for a while, Honnitsuru. They offer takeout only, and their specialty is Chakin Sushi. This sushi is their main dish and it is very popular. The Chakin Sushi is beautifully presented, wrapped in a thin yellow cloth-like covering. When I visited the shop in Shinsaibashi for work, I decided to buy some as souvenirs. The current owner is the sixth generation, a friendly young man who takes your order and prepares the Chakin Sushi right in front of you. It is known as "excuse sushi," as some tipsy dads use it as a peace offering to their families after a night out. But even though I'm not tipsy, I bought it as a gift for my elderly parents. When I opened the package, the sushi was just as beautiful as I had seen in pictures. Unwrapping it, I found eel, shrimp, and beans on a bed of sushi rice. It was simple yet delicious, with perfectly seasoned rice. The tradition of Chakin Sushi has been around since the Meiji era, over 130 years in Osaka. It's still delicious and beautiful after all these years. It's a bit pricey at around 1000 yen for one piece, but it's a unique and delightful souvenir. Keep up the good work, sixth generation! I'll definitely be back for more souvenirs. Thank you for the wonderful meal! <≧▽≦>

I received this as a souvenir when leaving Osaka. When I opened it at home, I was speechless at its beauty. I've been around for half a century, but I've never seen such a beautiful food before. It's called "wrapped sushi". However, I'm not sure how to eat it. It's softball-sized, so I can't just take a big bite, but if I unwrap it, it might get messy. So, I decided to cut it like a chiffon cake. First, I cut it in half and found shrimp, eel, and beans inside. The rice also had mushrooms, seaweed, and sesame mixed in. Let's top it with the egg. When I finally tasted it, it was surprisingly subtle. Well, it was elegant. Perhaps the main purpose is to enjoy the visual impact. The ginger that came with it was particularly impressive. It was not too sweet and very delicious. I think it's a wonderful souvenir from Osaka. Especially for people from Tohoku, they might be knocked out as soon as they open the box. Thank you for the meal. (05/09/2014)

We have been patronizing this traditional sushi restaurant for generations. In recent years, the current owner, Mr. Nitsuru, has been running the place alone since his father passed away suddenly and his son, who was training outside, returned. Both the previous owner and I loved the sushi from this longstanding Osaka establishment. I used to buy tea towel sushi and eel cucumber rolls packed in boxes as souvenirs, and the translucent appearance of the rice cut with a thin knife was always beautifully presented on lacquer plates. Unfortunately, I feel that the rice in the rolls has become a bit looser than before, and the firmness of the vinegar rice has also softened slightly. Mr. Nitsuru is still quite young, so I hope he continues to improve and maintain the traditional taste of the restaurant. I visited again in October 2012 and was pleased to hear that they celebrated their 135th anniversary on January 10th this year. The firmness of the vinegar rice was perfect, and the transparent grains in the rolls were beautifully shiny with a clean cut surface. Despite struggling on his own, Mr. Nitsuru is doing his best. If you plan to visit, they may sometimes be out for nearby deliveries, but it's worth waiting a bit. It's a good idea to call ahead, especially during busy times like the end of the year.

This is a gift I received. The rice wrapped in a thin omelette is quite substantial, almost the size of a rice bowl. It doesn't just taste like regular mixed rice, perhaps there are mixed grains in it too? The aroma of vinegar is nice and to my liking, and it goes well with tea. The shrimp wrapped in a pouch is firm and has a good texture, but I feel like it could use a bit more flavor. The eel with wasabi was a nice touch, adding a good accent. The floating omelette is elegant, almost breaking but not quite, perfectly done. Actually, I had this the day before and had it for breakfast the next morning. It was a luxurious start to the day, and I was full just from breakfast. Thank you for the meal.

The day after drinking in Minami, I had breakfast with the omiya I received. I sometimes buy it myself, but I really like this kinchaku with a good amount of vinegar. The shop has a small entrance. You can see the kitchen in the back, and when you order, they carefully pack the rice into molds one by one, wrap it in an egg, and tie it with kelp. You can see the neatly wrapped egg in a cloth. When you untie the kelp belt, there is shrimp, eel, and beans. Sushi with seaweed and shiitake mushrooms. Wrap each bite with thin grilled egg. Just making the broth makes a hearty breakfast. I really want to have it as soon as I get home drunk, but I usually fall asleep as soon as I get home. Inari sushi is also delicious, but two of them alone is quite a lot. You can buy one kinchaku, which is also a substantial amount, so I cut it in half... but I end up finishing it anyway. If you call ahead and ask, they will make it for you and you can take it home immediately. One kinchaku costs 950 yen.

Yesterday, I received a fukusa-mochi (rice ball wrapped in a cloth) from a customer. Even though I live nearby, I had never tried it before. The customer said, "You're doing a great job," and gave it to me. It was delicious. The carefully crafted fukusa was beautiful to look at, and the rice seasoned with vinegar was to my liking. Each ingredient in the sushi was well-flavored, making it tasty. This is a hidden gem of a restaurant that has been operating for years next to the former location of Minami's famous Yamato-ya in Osaka. If you happen to see it nearby, I highly recommend visiting this place.

This time I brought home some Inari Sushi. I called ahead and had it prepared for me. It came in a neatly wrapped square box, with one large piece of Inari Sushi inside, about the size of a softball. The box contained pickled ginger as well. The rice was sprinkled with seaweed and on top of that, there were pieces of eel, shrimp, and snow peas. Everything was wrapped in perfectly cooked sweet rolled omelette. The fact that the egg was cooked without any burnt spots is impressive. The package was tied with kelp. Just one piece is enough to satisfy your hunger. The pickled ginger is also delicious. I heard that one piece of this Inari Sushi is considered a full meal. The recipient was also very happy with it. The value of 950 yen is more than worth it. I hope this place in Soemon-cho, Osaka, which has been around for 138 years, continues to thrive. I had a very satisfying shopping experience.

A while ago, I received a souvenir from an acquaintance and it was delicious, so this time I bought it myself. I didn't know the price when I went, so I was a little nervous that it was about ¥1000 per piece. However, each piece is about the size of a fist and has quite a volume. The filling is rich with shrimp, eel, dried shiitake mushrooms, etc., and the balance with the vinegared rice is good, making me feel the tradition of the long-established store. Above all, the finely textured and fluffy rolled omelette used as a tea towel is a texture I have never experienced before. I hope this Osaka's famous store will continue to be around for a long time.

I think this sushi restaurant deserves more recognition. I often receive their carefully made tea towels as souvenirs. Just looking at the beautifully thin omelette makes me feel delighted. The sushi rice is well seasoned with a hint of vinegar, and the vegetables are prepared with care. Everything is gently wrapped in a rice ball. Although the restaurant may not stand out due to its location, I highly recommend trying their sushi at least once. The street where it is located has recently become a busy pink-colored street, but originally it was a street for gentlemen and ladies, where South Yamato-ya was located.

The restaurant "Hon Futatsu" has very few reviews, so I have decided to actively write reviews. While it is a well-known establishment among older people in Osaka, it only has one review on Tabelog and seems quite deserted. The specialty of this place is the "Chirashi Sushi" which is wrapped in a thin omelette and filled with ingredients like shiitake mushrooms, shrimp, and beans mixed with vinegared rice. It is a unique and visually appealing dish. The "Chakin Sushi" here has a slightly loose vinegared rice which makes the subtle sweetness of the thin omelette less pronounced. However, it is filled with luxurious ingredients like conger eel and shrimp, making it a satisfying meal option. While it may not be worth a special trip to Sōemonchō, it could be a nice stop for lunch if you happen to be in Shinsaibashi for other reasons. It is recommended to call ahead to place an order as the wait can be boring, and please note that the prices for their sushi rolls are on the higher side compared to places like Yoshino Sushi.