A new spot has opened on Watanabe-dori in Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City! It's called Onigiri Yokocho, and they specialize in rice balls made with high-quality mentaiko (spicy cod roe)! During lunchtime, Hibiiki, a yakitori restaurant, operates here. I visited just after 1 PM and found it was empty, giving me the chance to enjoy the place all to myself. The staff was friendly and chatted easily with me. I initially thought one of them was the owner, but it turned out he was just an employee. It's reassuring to see such welcoming staff at a restaurant! The menu mentioned that up to two prior customers could enjoy unlimited mentaiko toppings for 300 yen, and fried chicken for 100 yen each. Unfortunately, both were sold out, which was a disappointment. The cold tea served was delicious; it would have been even better if they had warm tea available too. I ordered a set of two rice balls for 700 yen, which came with mentaiko and a choice of rice ball flavors, along with a miso soup and a side of tamagoyaki (Japanese omelette) and karashi takana (spicy pickled mustard greens). I chose mentaiko and shishamo (smelt). The rice balls were made with high-quality rice, perfectly cooked, and just the right amount of firmness. They didn’t crumble apart, which is essential. The seasoning was spot on. The mentaiko used was also of good quality, generously filled not just on the surface but throughout! The shishamo was tasty as well. The miso soup was made with aoyasa (seaweed) and white miso, offering a great depth of flavor. The side dishes, including the spicy pickled greens and tamagoyaki, showed attention to detail. While the price might seem a bit high at first glance, the quality of the meal makes it feel reasonable and worth it. Many onigiri specialty shops open easily, but this one stands out as the real deal! Honestly, I underestimated it, and I apologize for that. I confidently recommend this place!

At "Omusubi Yokocho" located at 2-3-32 Watanabe-dori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, they offer a breakfast menu starting from 7:30 AM on weekdays. This shop operates in a space borrowed from Hibiki Yakuen, a yakitori restaurant. It's a specialty rice ball shop focusing on mentaiko (spicy cod roe) with a strong commitment to quality ingredients. The rice used is "Tochigi no Hoshi," the seaweed is Yanagawa nori from Ariake, the mentaiko is from Fukuya, and the salt is all-natural sun-dried salt from SUN'S! This time, I tried the "Omusubi Morning Set" for breakfast. The rice balls weigh about 80 grams each, and you can choose up to five. The flavors offered are either shio musubi (salted rice ball) or mentaiko, and there are toppings available such as grilled seaweed, natto, and soy sauce marinated egg yolk. The lovingly made rice balls, made with freshly cooked rice, allow you to truly enjoy the natural flavor of the rice, which, combined with the salt or mentaiko, is simply delicious! Eating this in the morning gives you a boost of energy. I highly recommend it to anyone wanting to experience the deliciousness of these rice balls!

I visited Omusubi Yokocho in Nakasu. I got up early to enjoy a morning meal. I believe I could order up to five rice balls for around 1,000 yen. Next time, I want to go when I'm really hungry! The rice balls and side dishes were a little bit of everything, and I enjoyed them deliciously.

I want to know about cost-effective gourmet options in Fukuoka. Check out **Onigiri Yokocho** located on Watanabe-dori in Chuo Ward. They offer: - **Choice Set (3 items)** for ¥1000 (tax included) - **Choice of 2 items Set** for ¥800 (tax included) - **Unlimited Ikura Topping (first 2 customers)** for ¥300 1. The onigiri (rice balls) are made with high-quality ingredients. They prepare each one fresh upon ordering, so you can enjoy them hot and delicious! The ingredients include "Tochigi no Hoshi" rice from Tochigi Prefecture, "Yanagawa Nori" seaweed from Fukuoka, and "Fukuya" mentaiko (spicy cod roe). A must-try is the collaboration of mentaiko with egg yolk, which creates a paradise of flavors in your mouth! 2. The unlimited ikura (salmon roe) option for ¥300 from Hokkaido is mind-blowing! You can order a three-item set plus a salt onigiri and enjoy as much ikura as you like, or put it on your favorite onigiri—so satisfying! 3. The morning menu is also recommended. They recently started a morning service from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM. You can enjoy two types of onigiri: salt onigiri and mentaiko, with a maximum of five pieces. Plus, there's unlimited katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) which pairs perfectly with soy sauce for a fantastic taste! It seems they've also started a 20-minute food challenge recently, so if you're someone who can eat a lot in the morning, give it a try! They also offer limited-time menus, so be sure to check their Instagram for updates at **@omusubiyokochoo**. I’ll definitely be visiting again! Thank you for the meal! **Onigiri Yokocho** Address: 2-3-32 Watanabe-dori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture 810-0004 Business Hours: 7:30 AM – 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Closed: Saturdays and Sundays Phone Number: None Parking: None For more details, search on Instagram **fukuoka_73_tabelog**!

I visited this restaurant for lunch around 12:10 on a weekday when it was sunny. It’s located inside a triangular market, with an entrance that feels like it's in a narrow back alley. When I entered, there were no other customers, so I was seated right away. The counter has about 5-6 seats, but soon after I arrived, other customers came in, and it quickly became full. I ordered a set of three rice balls (with salt, squid with spicy cod roe, and seaweed pickles; the seaweed pickles were the most delicious). The rice was fluffy, and there were plenty of fillings inside. That day, I was also able to add fried chicken for an extra 100 yen. The fried chicken was pre-made, so it was cold, but it was still tasty. The miso soup was served hot. Overall, this restaurant mainly focuses on rice balls, so it's great for when you're a little hungry.

Lunch-only operation #OnigiriYokocho {Watanabe-dori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City} On January 29, 2024 (Monday), I visited Onigiri Yokocho. It is located in the triangular market next to Inaba Udon in Yakuin. The place is a bit dark, giving a sense of adventure. In one corner, a rice ball shop has started a daytime pop-up business. As I was passing by, a young woman ran out of the shop and called out, "How about trying some?" I responded to her enthusiasm and went inside. There are three types of set menus: the choice set, the three-piece set, and the two-piece set. I ordered a three-piece set with a salt rice ball and two flavors of my choice. There are also a la carte options available. The order arrived: salt rice ball + two choices of the three-piece set for 800 yen (tax included). Next to the rice balls were a rolled omelette and two types of pickles. In addition to the salt rice ball, I chose mackerel with spicy cod roe and grilled spicy cod roe. The aosa seaweed miso soup was delicious with its coastal flavor. The rice balls were filled with plenty of ingredients. It was a healthy and satisfying lunch. The shop address is 2-3-32 Watanabe-dori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City. Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

On December 5, 2023, I decided to visit "Omusubi Yokocho," which opened in September this year in the triangular market near Yakuin Station. Yesterday, after feeling a bit unsatisfied with the lunch I had at "Korean Cuisine MUGEN," also in the triangular market, I thought about trying "Omusubi Yokocho." However, there were some girls enjoying lively conversation outside the restaurant, and I didn’t want to disrupt that atmosphere, so I hesitated and walked away. Even at night, the thought of onigiri (rice balls) lingered in my mind, especially after I learned that "Gochisou Onigiri" was selected as one of this year's top dishes by Gurunavi. So today, I set out with the sole purpose of trying their onigiri. "Omusubi Yokocho" operates within "Yakitori no Hibiki," and while they have a second-floor seating area, they primarily operate at the first-floor counter. Even though it was still early after opening, there was already one female customer ahead of me. It turned out she recognized me from my hesitation yesterday, which made me a little embarrassed, but it also became the starting point for some pleasant casual conversation. I had a great time thanks to the high level of communication skill from the owner, Mr. Nakano (in the center), and his two part-time staff members. The menu features simple "Salted Onigiri" as well as a selection of flavors from the renowned "Fukuya Mentaiko" (pollock roe), including "Mackerel Mentaiko" and "Mentaiko Shishamo," among seven variations total. I opted for the "Three-piece Set" without any hesitation, choosing the classic "Salted Onigiri," in addition to "Fukuya Mentaiko" and a new offering available today, "Mentaiko with Egg Yolk." As advertised, the restaurant emphasizes quality ingredients, using the Tochigi brand rice "Tochigi no Hoshi," seaweed sourced from Ariake Sea in Yanagawa, and mentaiko from the long-established manufacturer "Fukuya." Each ingredient was delicious. The onigiri were larger than typical ones that scoop up a lot of fillings, but they were made to a size that was easier for women to eat. Each rice grain was firm and shiny, imparting a natural sweetness, while the mentaiko had a nice spicy kick. The rich egg yolk and the miso soup with aosa (a type of sea vegetable) added to my satisfaction. I might have had the opportunity to enjoy "unlimited ikura (salmon roe)" for an additional 300 yen, available only to the first two customers, but I only learned about that after finishing my meal, so I look forward to trying it next time.

There’s a lunch-only restaurant located in the Sankaku Market in Yakuin. I visited this time because they had a special collaboration with the very popular restaurant Ikura. The fluffy omelet and the carefully sourced rice balls were incredibly delicious. There are plans for regular collaborations and new menu items, so be sure to follow the restaurant's Instagram to check for the latest updates!

There is an old food alley called "Sankaku Ichiba" located roughly halfway between Watanabe-dori Station and Yakuhin Station on the Nanakuma Line. It's a drinking street, but during lunch, a yakitori shop is rented out to operate an "onigiri" (rice ball) shop. I've often seen it on Instagram, so I decided to stop by. It seems that there are more and more onigiri shops these days. As for the menu, when I saw it on Instagram, I thought that "3 onigiri" might be too much, but there is also a 2-piece set available. Since there's only a 100 yen difference, I think the 3-piece set is a better deal. The ingredients are carefully selected; according to online information, they use "Tochigi Prefecture's Tochigi no Hoshi new rice," "Yanagawa nori," and "Fukuya" mentaiko (spicy cod roe). I was pleased that cold tea was available. I ordered the 2-piece onigiri set (700 yen), which comes with a default of "mentaiko" and allows you to choose another onigiri. It includes miso soup, a slice of tamagoyaki (Japanese omelet), and two types of pickles. I learned that "mentaiko shishamo" refers to shishamo fish marinated in mentaiko, which sounded unique, so I chose that as my second onigiri. The mentaiko was of the spicy type, and the rice was shiny and delicious. The onigiri were plump and had a great texture. The mentaiko shishamo had an interesting poppy texture from the shishamo roe inside. Both onigiri were delicious! The tamagoyaki and pickles were nice additions. The miso soup contained "aosa" seaweed. It’s wonderful that the rice tasted so good, and with generous fillings, I felt full after the two onigiri. I'm glad I didn’t go for three! However, the seating inside is limited; you sit on cases of alcohol instead of chairs, which are a bit rough and not very comfortable.

I finally managed to visit a compact counter-only shop that I've been really curious about while borrowing the name Hibiki. Was it just before opening? I had been eagerly looking forward to this, and I was finally able to stop by. Wait, is it a 2-piece set instead of a 3-piece set? As it turns out, the day I visited was when they started offering the 2-piece set. I was torn between choosing the 2-piece or 3-piece set, so I opted for the 2-piece set. I decided on one Ikamentai and one of my favorite onigiri. Everything looked so delicious, and I was once again indecisive, so I asked the staff for their recommendations. They suggested the Ikamentai, which just melted in my mouth. The way the onigiri was shaped was just perfect! The Ikamentai had a hint of yuzu flavor, and when I inquired, they confirmed that yuzu was indeed used. The cute staff member who was making the onigiri is named Yuzu-chan, and it’s funny that Yuzu-chan is the one handling yuzu. (I received permission to mention her name.) I highly recommend the yuzu Ikamentai onigiri! It was delicious. I love onigiri and have visited several places, but this was the best type of onigiri for me. A 3-piece set would have been too much. I was fortunate to have the 2-piece set available on that day. By the way, they source their rice directly from farmers in Tochigi. They even use Munemai, which is grown by the famous player Munenori Kawasaki. It’s not something you can easily find in Fukuoka, so fans of Munenori should definitely try it! The staff were also very friendly, and it was a delightful experience. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the meal!

On September 23, 2023, "Onigiri Yokocho" opened in the triangular market on Watanabe-dori. This unique spot operates during lunch hours within "Yakitori Hibiki." You can enjoy a set of three onigiri for ¥800, which includes one salted onigiri and two varieties of your choice, along with miso soup, a Japanese omelette, and pickles. There's an exciting offer for the first two customers: unlimited ikura (salmon roe) for just ¥300. It’s definitely worth lining up for!

Today marks the grand opening of a specialty restaurant for mentaiko rice balls named "Omusubi Yokocho," located in the triangular market on Watanabe-dori. It operates for lunch only, sharing space with "Yakitori no Hibiki." The interior features only a counter, and takeout is available. There are six varieties of rice balls, all based on delicious mentaiko. For the first two customers, there is a limited offer of "unlimited Hokkaido Ikura" available. The three-ball set includes three rice balls, miso soup, and a rolled omelet, perfectly seasoned—you might find yourself able to eat around four! -◇-◇-◇-◇- Store Information -◇-◇-◇-◇- Store Name: Omusubi Yokocho Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Phone: - Price: Three-ball set for 800 yen Closed: Saturday and Sunday Private Rooms: None Location: 2-3-32 Watanabe-dori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture -◇-◇-◇-◇-◇-◇-◇-◇-◇-◇- For more details, visit: https://lit.link/Ryoki Provided by: Yoshida Ryoki

【Review】 Opened at the "Hibiki" yakitori restaurant at night, you can enjoy rice balls based on mentaiko (cod roe). 【Menu】 ・3-piece set (plain rice ball + 2 selections of your choice) 800 yen (tax included) ・Squid mentaiko 300 yen (tax included) ・Mentaiko shishamo (smelt) 400 yen (tax included) ・Tuna mentaiko 400 yen (tax included) Average cost per person: 800 yen. ☆☆☆☆☆☆ ◎Restaurant Information◎ ☆☆☆☆☆☆ Store Name: "Onigiri Yokocho" Opening Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Last Order: 2:00 PM) Phone: [Not Provided] Closed: Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays Location: 2-3-32 Watanabedori, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture Parking: None

Thank you for the delicious meal.