Located at the intersection of Nishijin and Meiji Street in Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City, where Meiji Street intersects with Jonan Line, is the "Nishijin Crossing" corner. On the first floor of a building in front of the "4-A exit" of "Nishijin Station" on the subway airport line is the baked confectionery shop "Mucchan Manju Nishijin Store." Since its opening in 1995, the shop has been specializing in making and selling a snack called "Mutsugorou no Mucchan Manju," shaped like a rare fish from Ariake Sea called Mutsugorou. The shop is currently managed by the second-generation owner, Hiroaki Tokuyama. The popular snack at the shop is the "Ham and Egg" flavor, which accounts for about 70% of the sales. The shop pays attention to the taste and ingredients, using specially made mayonnaise that does not separate easily when heated and has reduced acidity. The eggs used are from parent chickens raised with nutmeg, thyme, and marigold added to their feed, resulting in eggs with a good flavor and a beautiful color when cooked. The shop has been featured in various media outlets and is a favorite among many celebrities. Visit the shop and try it for yourself!

Even though I don't have many opportunities to buy food outside like snacks, I stopped by Mucchan Manju after a long time. Ham and Egg for 240 yen. This is still the best. I warmed it up in the microwave at home before eating. It was so fluffy and had a nostalgic taste. If there was a shop nearby when I was a student, I would have definitely stopped by on my way back. Thank you for the meal.

After conquering the entire Hachiraku Manju store, I have decided that my next goal is to conquer all the Mucchan Manju stores. The Mucchan Manju store is located near Nishijin Station. Nishijin has a vibrant shopping district which is quite enjoyable. I was considering moving to this town because of this. The interior of the store is a bit small. This particular store only accepts cash. This time, I was drawn to their popular No.2 item, the Custard Manju for 220 yen tax included. The rich custard cream filling is delicious. The dough is also different from regular manju, which is nice.

The ham and egg, meatball, pork cutlet, wiener, custard, and black bean paste buns are all delicious. The dough is soft and fluffy, slightly sweet, and very tasty. The side dishes are also delicious, and everything is so good that you can't help but keep eating. It's like a simple and delicious snack that you would find at your grandma's house. The prices are reasonable, so I will definitely come back again.

I used to talk about how I didn't really like the azuki beans I had at "Mucchan Manju" in Kokura before, and I was scolded by Fukuoka locals for evaluating their soul food without trying it. So I decided to buy some at the Nishijin store. The wrapping paper was cheap and stuck to the skin right away, making it hard to peel off. I managed to tear it off and eat the rest, but the taste was just okay. Well, it's a taste that kids can enjoy, rooted in the local area, so it's understandable if outsiders like me don't get impressed when trying it later in life. On the other hand, I wouldn't get angry if my soul food didn't resonate with people from Fukuoka.

The day after the live performance, I arrived at the restaurant earlier than the agreed time for a daytime drink, so I decided to try Fukuoka's soul food, "Muccham Manju." It's a steamed bun shaped like Mutsugoro (a character), with a choice of fillings inside. I tried the most popular one, Ham and Egg, for the first time, and it felt strangely nostalgic. The egg inside was half-cooked and mixed with mayonnaise, making it delicious. This place is apparently a sacred spot for JO1 member Ren Kawashiri, who is from Fukuoka.

I had lunch in Nishijin and then took a stroll through the Nishijin Shotengai towards Fujisaki area. During this time, even though I had just eaten, I decided to satisfy my snack cravings with "Mucchan Manju". This is a popular soul food in Fukuoka, similar to a taiyaki but called Mucchan-yaki. It is a snack shaped like the mudskipper fish from Ariake Sea. There are about 8 stores in the city, and the first time I tried it was at the "Kodo store". I ordered the Ham and Egg flavor for 200 yen, which is the most popular choice among the 9 varieties available. Although ham and egg with mayonnaise may now be a common flavor, it was delicious at Mucchan. Personally, I prefer savory flavors over sweet red bean paste. The best part is eating it fresh on the spot, which makes you want to eat more. Thank you for the meal! [Tabelog Rating] Total: 3.08, Atmosphere: 6, Food: 7, Signature Menu: 7, Cost Performance: 7, Likelihood to Repeat: 7

There is a shop right by the 4th exit of Nishishin Station, with a narrow interior. They serve a variety of flavors of "mucchan" shaped snacks. This time, I bought the ham and egg flavor for 200 yen tax included. It was delicious with plenty of special mayonnaise. The classic flavor is always the best.

I was feeling a bit hungry, so I decided to get some takeout. I tried Mukkanchan Manju for the first time, and I bought the Goro Goro variety. It was really delicious with plenty of octopus chunks, sauce, and mayonnaise. The other flavors looked tasty too, so I definitely want to buy more in the future.

It's been a while since I visited Mucchan Manju. I bought the classic Ham and Egg (200 yen). It used to be 100 yen about 30 years ago. I can feel the changing times, but the deliciousness of the Ham and Egg remains the same. I remembered how the egg used to be half-cooked and often spilled the yolk. It's fun to see the variety of options available now.

Local shopping streets rooted in the community... and there is local B-class gourmet there. That's right, it's a local specialty. I went to "Mucchan Manju". It's like a Taiyaki with a filling of side dishes... that's the kind of gem it is. With so many variations and at such a price, it truly captures the essence. Even if you buy two, it's only 400 yen including tax. First, the "Wiener". And the number one favorite, the "Ham and Egg". This junky taste... it's delicious. I love this kind of food that you can eat while walking or sitting on a bench. I was satisfied.

I had Mucchan Manju for the first time in a long time! It had been probably over 10 years since I last bought it. They had a lot of new menu items, including a limited-time gratin flavor that caught my interest, but since it had been a while, I went with the popular No.1 flavor, Ham and Egg for 200 yen, and the No.3 flavor, Ton Ton for 290 yen. They have added more savory options to the lineup, which made me really happy as someone who can't eat sweet things! On the other hand, they seemed to have removed the yogurt or Calpis flavor that they used to have, which was supposed to be the taste of my first love. I want to go back and try other flavors too!

In Tokyo, you can never see "Mucchan Manju", which looks like Muttsugorou, but has a variety of fillings. Today, I bought the most popular Ham and Egg for 300 yen and White Bean Paste for 170 yen. When you split the Ham and Egg in the middle, the egg yolk pops out. When you quickly put it in your mouth before it spills, the hidden flavor of mayonnaise is exquisite. The White Bean Paste may look like a small bean, but it is not too sweet. Both were delicious. Thank you for the meal.

"From Mukashika, a soul food beloved by locals, I headed towards my hometown via Nishijin to get takeout from "Mucchan Manten"! (☝︎ ՞ਊ ՞)☝︎ The ham and egg for 200 yen and custard for 170 yen are must-tries! The ham and egg is the most popular item! In the past, this was the only image I had in mind! Herb egg, ham, mayonnaise, cabbage - this simple combination creates an indescribable deliciousness! The slightly thick and sweet skin gives it a unique taste! Delicious!!! The custard quickly turns into a snack-like treat. It's a sure bet! Seems to be the second most popular item! When you're in Nishijin, be sure to stop by! Thank you for the meal~"

I ordered the Kuroan (black bean paste) Manju from Mucchan Banju. Last time I had custard, so this time I went for the classic black bean paste filling. They only accept cash for payment. The most popular flavor is ham and egg, followed by custard. I personally prefer a sweet filling, so I chose anko (red bean paste).

Today I visited Mucchan Manju Manju Nishijuu store. Mucchan Manju Nishijuu store is a baked manju shop located in the shopping street of Nishijuu station in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. I heard that Mucchan Manju Nishijuu store is a soul food beloved by the people of Fukuoka, so I decided to buy some while walking around. Mucchan Manju is a baked manju shaped like a rare fish called mudskipper that lives in the tidal flats of Ariake Sea. It is not filled with mudskipper paste, but the founder (former president) was from Isahaya City, Nagasaki Prefecture, facing the Ariake Sea, and wanted to preserve the shape of the declining mudskipper due to reclamation projects like the Isahaya Bay reclamation, so he started selling them with the nickname "Mucchan". The Nishijuu store is run by the second generation owner, who has been managing the current shop since he was 18 years old, and this shop has been supporting the Nishijuu shopping street for a long time, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2015. This time, I ordered the following: When I took a bite, the manju was soft and had a thick texture to the dough. It had a sweetness typical of Kyushu, and the taste of mayonnaise was well pronounced. At 280 yen per piece, it is reasonably priced and perfect for eating while walking around. Thank you for the meal.

"Mucchan Manju" at Nishijin - Winter Limited Gratin Located facing the intersection in Nishijin, "Mucchan Manju" stands out among the many shops in the area. Inside the shop, there are many colored papers, which are a snack for the people of Fukuoka. It was cold, so I tried the seasonal limited gratin with lots of ingredients. It was good. For 200 yen, there were plenty of shell pasta and chicken, although you may need to search for the chicken. Well, it's nice on a cold day. - Shop Information - Mucchan Manju Phone: 092-845-6986 4-9-3 Nishijin, Sawara-ku, Fukuoka City Business hours: 11:00-20:00

Long time no see! I had the Ham and Eggs for a snack, as usual. But there were so many interesting options on the menu! I'll have to try the Ton Ton or Goro Goro next time. Today, I stuck with the classic Ham and Eggs. Thank you for the meal!

After finishing eating ramen at a shop in Nishijin, I leisurely strolled around. I had spicy noodles earlier, so I thought about having something sweet and decided to stop by the Fukuoka specialty shop, Mucchan Manju Nishijin store. After thinking about it, I ended up choosing my favorite ham and egg instead of something sweet (lol). Taking a bite, the taste of the egg and the saltiness of the ham come out from the inside. No regrets about my choice (lol).

2018.12.24 Visiting Christmas Eve Operation Part 1: Going to the Hakata Market! So I went to the Yanagibashi Union Market in Hakata. However, on a holiday, after 10 AM, there were only a few shops open... That's understandable. Despite that, I looked around and managed to get some mochi for New Year's at my parents' house. Christmas Eve Operation Part 2: Going to the Hakata Shopping District! The next step was to visit two shopping districts in Hakata. One of them was the amazing Fujisaki Shopping District! So I took the subway and headed there. This Fujisaki Shopping District consists of four connected shopping districts from Fujisaki Station to Nishijin Station, and it was said to be bustling with a fun atmosphere. However, the subway I took unfortunately stopped at Nishijin. In that case, let's walk from Nishijin! As soon as I left Nishijin Station, I found a shop called "Mucchan Manju Nishijin Store." It seemed like a popular one-handed gourmet spot in Hakata, with many celebrities visiting! I couldn't resist trying it, so I chose the 3rd most popular menu item, "Tonton." Tonton is braised pork, cabbage, and mayonnaise - a dish that anyone who loves hearty food would enjoy (although I'm not a fan of mayonnaise myself, even though I love hearty food!). Mucchan Manju seems to use a "Mutsugoro" mold instead of a taiyaki mold. Taking advantage of this, they could create products like "sanma-yaki" with a sanma mold or "buri-yaki" with a buri mold... or not (*_*). I had it right there in front of the store! It might look like I couldn't wait and immediately started eating, but seeing a chubby person enjoying food in front of the store would surely make others want to eat too... or not (*_*). Well, this was delicious! The sweet sauce of the braised pork, cabbage, and mayonnaise combined well, making it a popular dish for sure. I hadn't really thought about various fillings for taiyaki batter before! For sweets, popular custard or classic red bean paste would surely be delicious, and a menu like "gorogoro" with octopus, mayonnaise, cabbage, and sauce - a mix of takoyaki and okonomiyaki - was also available. If this is the case, this one-handed gourmet concept could work anywhere, right? For example, in Nagoya... Nobunaga-yaki? Maybe it wouldn't sell... (*_*). Thank you for the meal! P.S. After that, I walked from Nishijin Shopping District, and the first Nishijin Shopping District was really lively! It was the type of shopping district I was looking for, and I was excited. But as I headed towards Fujisaki Station, it became quieter... and my only harvest was Mucchan Manju (;´д｀).

I went to Mucchan Manju because I was feeling a bit hungry. I wanted to eat a burger, but they were sold out. So, I ended up getting their popular Ham Egg instead. I immediately took a bite in front of the store. The bread was slightly sweet like a pancake. The harmony of mayo, ham, and egg was delicious as always. It's perfect for a snack. Fukuoka's B-class gourmet food is the best.