I came to Osaka for a live performance. I couldn't miss out on the pork buns from Hourai. Since the Shinkansen station only has chilled food, I chose a food set to eat around Ekimaru. The pork bun was filled with plenty of meat, without things like bamboo shoots or shiitake mushrooms, and was quite heavy. One bun was enough to fill me up. Thank you for the meal.

I received a set of 551 dim sum. I wanted to eat both the pork buns and dim sum, so I am very satisfied. This was my first time trying 551 ramen, and it was very delicious. There is always a long line, but the pork buns are definitely worth the wait.

The popular pork bun shop "551 Horai Ekimarche Shin-Osaka Store" in the Kansai area is a store with long lines. Located inside Shin-Osaka Station, there are multiple places where you can purchase 551 Horai products, but this one is located outside the ticket gates. On this day, the pork bun had a violently delicious smell, soft dough, and flavorful pork filling, making it addictive. The "Shumai with Shrimp" was small and easy to eat, with a light taste yet rich shrimp flavor. Thank you for the meal.

JR Shin-Osaka Station has a store called "551 Horai Ekimaru Shin-Osaka Store" inside the conventional line ticket gates. The store is located in a corner of Ekimaru, where souvenir shops and eateries are lined up, making it very convenient as it is just before the transfer point for the Shinkansen. When it comes to Osaka souvenirs, the classic choice is the pork buns from "551 Horai." These pork buns, which were born in 1946, have a long history and are beloved by the people of Osaka. Tonight, before catching the last Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka, I stopped by "551 Horai" to buy some pork buns and shumai. [551 Horai Pork Buns] *Comments are written in the photo. ◆Chilled Set A (2 boxes) - 4 pork buns, 10 shumai. 551 Horai's pork buns are only available in the Kansai region, as the stores are located within 150 minutes of the factory to maintain quality. 551 Horai's pork buns are truly the best in Japan. Thank you for the meal.

When it comes to Osaka souvenirs, the meat buns from this place are always a hit! It's no wonder they are so popular, they are delicious! The filling is great, but the dough is also amazing - slightly sweet and chewy. And it's not just the meat buns, the shumai dumplings are also tasty. It's so convenient that you can easily pick these up as a souvenir in Osaka!

19:15 visit. Approximately 40 people in line this time. It was a one-night, two-day trip, and on the day of arrival, I bought two hot pork buns to eat. Before heading back, I also bought some because I was feeling hungry. The line outside the station was quite long, so I decided to go inside the ticket gate where the line was still long, but not as bad. It took about 15 minutes to reach the front of the store. I bought: 2 hot pork buns (420), 10 pan-fried dumplings (360), and 4 pork buns to take home (840). I have been criticized for eating food from 551 in the car, but I couldn't help it. By this time, I always end up buying something. I also bought some alcohol, set up a table in the car, wiped my hands with a wet towel, opened the pork buns, and enjoyed them with a spicy sauce. The hot buns were delicious as always, and I never get tired of them. The fluffy, hot dough and juicy pork are the best. Although the prices have gone up compared to the past, it's still worth it. The dumplings were also irresistible. Sprinkling the sauce over them and biting into the juicy filling with a hint of garlic was perfect. Of course, they went well with beer. Eating 551 on the Shinkansen may sound strange to some, but for me, it's a treat that makes the boring train ride more enjoyable. I know the smell can be tempting, but this time the train was not crowded, so I hope you can forgive me. A two-hour train journey can be made more fun with a good meal. I'm sorry for making excuses.

The downside is that you have to go much earlier than the Shinkansen time because the lines are long, but I still want to buy the delicious pork buns and shumai. They are meaty and tasty, right? I have confirmed that this shumai is tastier than Yokohama Sakae-ken's shumai after comparing them. The pork buns seem slightly smaller, or is it just my imagination? This time, I also bought some dumplings. These are just regular dumplings. If you're going to buy something, the pork buns and shumai are the best. The only problem is that the delicious smell in the Shinkansen might reach other passengers (laughs).

I decided to have breakfast at a restaurant inside Shin-Osaka Station, which opened at 9:00 am. There were many shops throughout the station, all with long lines that piqued my interest. I arrived at 8:50 am and was able to make a purchase by 9:05 am. My impression was average. As someone who doesn't like oily food, I was a bit disappointed by the greasy skin. It felt like it wasn't worth waiting in line, but I also realized that it didn't take as long as I thought.

I love 551. I bought some for eating on the Shinkansen train, and got them freshly made at this store. It was a Friday, so I lined up 30 minutes before my train, but couldn't make it in time, so I had to change my departure time. The chewy sweet dough with plenty of pork mince was amazing, especially when paired with a crisp cold beer. As expected, freshly made is the best. I highly recommend not only the pork buns but also the steamed dumplings.

I didn't find any particularly appealing shops inside Shin-Osaka Station, but I decided to try 551's restaurant. I had a set meal that included spring rolls, pork buns, meatballs, shrimp ramen, shrimp shumai, and almond jelly for dessert. Personally, I prefer regular shumai over shrimp shumai. Overall, it was a fun set meal with a variety of dishes. I also tried a taste of sweet and sour pork, which was delicious.

Saturday 7:00 PM. Three people waiting in line for eat-in, waited for 15 minutes. Ending the Osaka trip with the classic Horaitei. The shrimp shumai and vegetable-filled dumplings were delicious, and I recognized the high level of this Chinese restaurant. The staff's consideration was great, and we were able to enjoy our meal comfortably. It might be easier to order souvenirs by eating in rather than lining up. The "Welcome to Osaka Campaign" coupon was a lifesaver. Thank you for the meal.

I bought a pork bun at the 551 Horai Ekimarche Shin-Osaka store on the 3rd floor of JR Shin-Osaka Station in Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture. In 2019, the price increased from 170 yen to 190 yen, and at the same time, the size decreased from 139g to 130g. I was disappointed to see that the box that used to be full of big pork buns was now empty. This time, the price had increased to 210 yen. When I opened the lid, I was shocked. The weight seemed to be the same, but the empty feeling was even worse. The size had also become smaller. When I tasted it, I realized that the flavor was still delicious, but there was less filling inside, and the skin had become thicker, throwing off the balance of the skin and filling. The skin had lost its juiciness, making it less enjoyable than before. While I understand the price increase, it's disappointing to see a decrease in quality. If they can return to the quality of the large and delicious pork buns from before 2018, I would definitely buy them again.

When I go to Osaka, I usually buy 551's nikuman at Shin-Osaka Station. There was no line this time, which was rare for a weekday morning! The nikuman has thick skin and the filling inside is delicious. The shumai is also packed with meat, and after eating one nikuman, it feels like it stays in your stomach for hours. It's so addictive that I end up going back for more without realizing it.

I bought "551" as a souvenir from Osaka and my family loved it. They were very satisfied with the deliciousness. I was surprised by the size of the shumai! The juicy filling was amazing and each piece was big with a great texture. It was incredibly delicious! The nikuman had a slightly sweet and fluffy dough with a lot of meat inside, which was delicious. I will definitely buy them again when I visit Osaka.

◉Genre: Nikuman, Dim Sum ◉Area: JR Shin-Osaka Station, Ekimarche Shin-Osaka, Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City ◉Access: - ◉Parking: - ◉Credit card payment: Available ◉Number of visits: First visit ◉Number of reviews: 1st review On this day, I casually visited "551 Horai Ekimarche Shin-Osaka Store". ◇Exterior and Interior This shop is located inside Ekimarche Shin-Osaka, a commercial facility at JR Shin-Osaka Station. It's a shop that sells nikuman (steamed buns with pork filling). Despite being located inside the station, there was a 30-minute line to purchase... As someone from Fukuoka, I've never actually tried their famous pork buns before! ◇Seating Takeout only. ◇Menu Their menu includes pork buns as their specialty, as well as shumai, gyoza, and chimaki (sticky rice dumplings). I ordered the following: - Pork Buns (840 yen) → Tax-inclusive price, 4 pieces. I bought them in Osaka and ate them at home. What stood out the most was the generous filling of pork and onions inside the buns. The shape was not flat but slightly elongated vertically... Maybe it's due to transportation issues? Laugh But more importantly, the buns were packed with juicy pork filling and onions, providing a satisfying chewiness. The skin was also delicious. The juicy pork and sweet onions, along with the spicy mustard, complemented each other well. It was clear why this is a popular item. ◆Strengths Delicious pork buns from Osaka!!! ◆Service Average. ◆Overall I apologize for the local talk, but there are also famous pork buns in Kitakyushu. However, 551... was delicious. Laugh It was better than the local ones. Laugh Thank you for the meal.

On the second day of my Osaka expedition, before boarding the Shinkansen back home, I visited this place for the first time. It was quite a long line, so I'm glad I lined up early. They said the food doesn't keep well, so I decided to order a pork bun to enjoy on the Shinkansen ride back. The bun was thick and juicy with plenty of pork filling, very satisfying to eat. It was delicious, especially when eaten fresh. If I have the chance next time, I would like to try their shumai as well. It was a great way to end my food adventures in Osaka. Thank you for the meal.

I visited the 551 Horai Ekimaru Shinsaibashi store located inside Shin-Osaka Station in Osaka City. It's the fourth day of my Osaka trip. This is my number one souvenir that I always buy. I love the pork buns here. I wonder why they are so delicious. It's a bit disappointing that the price has gone up a bit. However, I still enjoy eating them on the train and at home. The pork buns are filled with plenty of ingredients and have a strong pepper flavor. The dough is slightly sweet, which goes well with the savory taste of the filling. The shumai is also delicious. It's a dish that I have always liked. Thank you for the meal.

On this day of my business trip to Osaka, the go-to souvenir from my house is always 551 Horai. I find it very convenient to buy at the store inside Shin-Osaka Station. The meat buns from Horai with sweet filling and soft skin are delicious, aren't they? I haven't had them fresh out of the oven yet, I wonder if they're even more delicious. Since I can't buy them in Kanto, I guess for now, Osaka business trips will be all about 551 Horai.

I was able to buy without waiting in line for a long time. I watched the staff skillfully make pork buns through the glass, so I didn't feel like I was being kept waiting. The meat buns here are the second most delicious in Japan for me, following the ones at Kokura's Heiwa Kaikan (I wonder if they still exist?). Two buns make a satisfying meal. The dough is slightly sweet and the meat filling is very tasty. It's already delicious even without mustard or sauce. I usually avoid food fairs at department stores because of the long lines, but I always make sure to buy some when I come to Osaka. The consistent deliciousness. The part-time staff are also efficient and recommend the chimaki in a refreshing manner, showing their sales skills. I forgot to take a photo because it was so delicious, so I only uploaded a picture of the empty box.

I visited Osaka on a weekend in July for a private trip. When asked about Osaka souvenirs, I would without hesitation say "551". This chain store can be seen all over Osaka, usually with long lines. Even at "Ekimarche Shin-Osaka" inside Shin-Osaka Station, there was a noticeably long line. Luckily, after waiting for about 10 minutes, I was able to purchase "4 pieces of pork buns" for 760 yen and "20 pieces of shrimp shumai" for 1,000 yen for myself. When I got home, I lightly heated up the pork buns. As always, I was impressed by their voluminous and well-shaped form. When I took a bite, the skin was soft and slightly sweet. I like to generously dip it in the included mustard. The filling inside was incredibly juicy, with the savory taste of minced pork and the sweetness of chopped onions blending perfectly. It has a satisfying texture that makes you want to have more, truly addictive deliciousness. The next day, I enjoyed the slightly reddish shrimp shumai as a snack with some drinks. The bite-sized shumai was packed with filling. When I put it in my mouth, it had a chewy texture, and the bouncy texture of the shrimp was irresistible. The flavor was outstanding, with the luxurious taste of shrimp spreading in my mouth. The savory taste of minced pork and the sweetness of chopped onions were also superb, of course. With delicious snacks, the beer went down smoothly, and before I knew it, empty cans were lined up on the table.