This is a Chinese steamed bun specialty shop near Midorigaoka Park. It may look a bit difficult to enter at first. There is a door with "Entrance" written on it to go in. Although there is a small eat-in corner where about two people can sit, the interior of the shop is narrow. The "Anman" is 130 yen, the "An Cheese Man" is 160 yen, and the slightly more expensive "Curry Man" is 160 yen. Since the price is the same even though cheese is included, I'll have the Curry Cheese Man! There is curry on top of the Chinese bun. When you split it open, the cheese melts out nicely. There are also pork buns, pizza-style cheese buns, and more available, but now I want to try the "An Cheese Man" as well.

"Pork Manju King" Since I was a child, I have always hated manju, not just disliked it, but really hated it. There are various types of manju, but overall, I can't stand them. I can eat ones with very thin skin and delicious filling, but I can't handle the ones with thick skin, especially the Chinese-style manju. I used to receive various treats like anman, nikuman, sweet sake, oshiruko, and hot canned coffee at winter work sites, but I couldn't eat any of them. I remember some bosses even saying, "Don't bring them anymore!" and I thought, "Great! Don't even think about coming back!" But then why did I stop by a manju shop? Pork manju, huh? It arrived, looking suspicious. Why would I buy manju at a suspicious shop where I wouldn't eat them? Nevertheless, I went in and ordered curry manju and pork manju. The shop was sketchy, the owner was sketchy, and the service was non-existent. I paid 260 yen, which wasn't too bad. They didn't put them in a bag, only a paper bag. When I cut into the pork manju, it was filled to the brim with a variety of large, hearty fillings that were authentic and flavorful. The curry manju, on the other hand, had a cheap cheese taste that was a bit off-putting. My wife said, "The pork manju gets a 3.8," and she seems satisfied. If she liked it, then I guess it's all good.

I went to Tonman Daio (Pork Bun King) for the first time! When I searched for Chinese food, I came across this unknown place that turned out to be a Chinese bun shop. Let's check it out. Upon arrival, I realized it was indeed a Chinese bun shop. The entrance and exit were separate. Inside, there were two men, one seemed to be the owner and the other a customer. The atmosphere was not very welcoming (laughs). I looked at the menu on the wall and ordered one pork bun for 160 yen. They put it in a bag and I received it right away, then exited through a separate door. I decided to eat it in my car. Inside, the filling was impressive with large pieces of shiitake mushrooms. The taste was quite good, just the way I like it. I wonder if the name "Tonman Daio" refers to the owner himself. Thank you, Tonman Daio!

Cheese curry is very popular and sells out quickly. The pizza-style cheese was really delicious. They have a strong focus on cheese. The staff at the restaurant are also very friendly. I want to try the cheese curry next time.

I finally visited a steamed bun specialty shop that I had been wanting to go to for a long time. They offer four types of buns: pork bun, red bean and cheese bun, curry and cheese bun, and pizza-style cheese bun. The pork bun has a unique flavor, similar to the filling of a spring roll, with large chunks of bamboo shoots. The red bean and cheese bun is filled with plenty of cheese on top of sweet red bean paste. The curry and cheese bun features a sweet curry flavor with lots of cheese. The pizza-style cheese bun is filled with shrimp chili sauce and plenty of cheese. All the buns are packed with an overwhelming amount of cheese, perfect for cheese lovers. The handmade steamed buns at "Butaman Daioh" were delicious. Thank you for the meal!

Recently, I had a sudden craving for pork buns. When I went to Obihiro for work, I searched on my usual food review app and found a unique restaurant. It was located near the parking lot of Midorigaoka Park. The restaurant had a mysterious atmosphere and the owner seemed unfriendly, making it a bit awkward. The interior was dark and not very inviting, but there was something strangely appealing about it. I ordered a curry cheese bun and a pork bun from the menu posted on the wall. We didn't interact much with the owner and left quickly. Back in the car, I tried the pork bun first. It was piping hot with a soft and fluffy skin, and the generous size made a strong impression. There wasn't a lot of meat, but the taste was excellent. The curry cheese bun had a good amount of minced meat and cheese, and was surprisingly filling. It wasn't very spicy, making it suitable even for children. Overall, it's a place I would visit again when I'm with my family at the park.

I stopped by a unique place called "Butaman Daio" after taking care of some errands before my lunch break. Despite not feeling very hungry (probably because I had a big breakfast), I decided to try their steamed buns. The shop had a cozy atmosphere with tables for dining in. Most items were priced at 160 yen, except for the classic pork bun at 130 yen. Based on a recommendation, I chose the following two buns: the Pizza-style Cheese Bun and the Curry Cheese Bun, both priced at 160 yen each. The staff asked if I wanted them wrapped in paper, which I agreed to since I was planning to eat them right away at home. I enjoyed the buns while they were still warm, 18 minutes later. When I tore them open, the cheese inside was gooey and delicious. The handmade dough was soft and fluffy, making the buns very enjoyable. The Pizza bun tasted just like pizza, while the Curry bun had a Keema curry-like flavor with a slightly sweet taste. I felt that these buns were better than the most expensive meat buns from convenience stores. Despite the shop's dubious appearance, I appreciated the warm and tasty Chinese buns, especially as the weather gets colder. It was a satisfying meal.

A specialty store for handmade Chinese steamed buns located on the east side of Obihiro Zoo and Midorigaoka Park, along Koen Higashi Street. It seems that an elderly man is in charge of production and sales. The menu consists of 6 types of buns, all priced at 160 yen each. In addition to the basic "pork bun" and "red bean bun," there are also options like "curry bun" and "pizza-style cheese bun." For something different, they offer "curry cheese bun" and "red bean cheese bun." On the first visit, I purchased a "pork bun" for a taste test. The fluffy texture of the bun's skin is impressive, and the large pieces of bamboo shoots inside are outstanding. On the second visit, I bought the "red bean cheese bun" and "curry cheese bun." The "red bean cheese bun" has a gooey cheese that stretches out after the hot red bean paste. As for the "curry cheese bun," the cheese stretches out from the bitten part, creating a bridge of cheese between your mouth. Try the hot cheese-filled Chinese buns for yourself. There are small tables and chairs inside the store, so it is possible to eat in for up to two people. I will definitely revisit this place.

I thought it was closed because it was a regular holiday, but when I passed by, it was open. The exterior looked a bit sketchy, but I decided to give it a try. I bought a cheese curry and a cheese bun. I was surprised that the cheese inside the bun was not cream cheese, but a salty cheese. It had an interesting sweet and salty taste. The cheese curry had a pleasantly cheap flavor that I enjoyed.

A traditional pork bun shop located a 2-minute walk from Green Park. This time, I got the pork buns to go! They were fluffy and filled with large pieces of bamboo shoots. So satisfying with plenty of filling! It seems like a good idea to buy some and enjoy them at the park while playing. ✌️

Niku-man (180 yen) The dough is fluffy, and the filling includes bamboo shoots, shiitake mushrooms, and other big chunks. Worth stopping by when you're feeling a bit peckish at Midorigaoka Park. That's the kind of shop it is.

I happened to pass by this shop with a unique sign in front of it and decided to check it out after reading the reviews. I ended up buying all five varieties, and my favorite was the pizza-style cheese and curry cheese. The thick, fluffy dough paired perfectly with them. As others have mentioned, the meat bun had a significant presence of bamboo shoots, and the seasoning was unique to this place. It was actually quite good. The dough is thicker than the ones you find in convenience stores, so even young children can enjoy it by eating just a little bit of the filling. Located in front of a large park, it's a great place to stop by when you're feeling a bit peckish. I felt that this shop has been able to continue thanks to the quiet, artisanal shop owner. Thank you for the meal.

Visited on May 6, 2017! 😊