I visited Takatoshi Land, a homemade mentaiko (spicy cod roe) specialty store in the Teine area in January 2022 as a visitation trend follower. The refrigerator was filled with products, and I purchased three bottles for 1,500 yen, including the classic, yuzu-flavored, and salted cod roe. They do not sell individual bottles separately, and mixing different types is not allowed. The classic "spicy cod roe" that I bought was surprisingly large, unlike anything I had seen before. I found the size justified the price of 1,500 yen, and I even thought it was cheap. It had a nice texture with a strong spicy and rich flavor that went well with rice. It was a real treat! Thank you for the meal.

When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, as it is a designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is still no medication that suits me. I have scheduled hospitalizations in September and January, but due to the current situation, my next appointment may be in May or June. Thank you for your continued support. [March 2020] This is the third review, so I'll keep it brief. "Meitaya Honpo Seimaru" is a shop in Sapporo that specializes in homemade mentaiko. They use local sake from the owner's hometown of Okushiri Island in their marinade. The shop opened on July 29, 2020. The regular closing day used to be Wednesday, but it has been changed to Sunday. When I asked the owner, he mentioned that there is less foot traffic on Sundays in this area, so they made the change. I visited because I enjoyed the "yuzu-flavored mentaiko" last time. I visited around 12:30 pm on a weekday. There were two groups of customers before me, and no one after me. Inside the shop, there is an impressive refrigerated case displaying three types of fresh mentaiko. They have also started selling onigiri and sandwiches using mentaiko. Unfortunately, due to the current situation, there were no tastings available this time. It can't be helped until the situation improves. They were also selling a new product since my last visit, the "yuzu-flavored mentaiko small pack of 4 with mentaiko soup for 1600 yen." I was hesitant but decided to buy the same original yuzu-flavored mentaiko as last time. The pack contains three pieces, just like last time. I chose carefully from the three pieces displayed in the refrigerated case and had the nice lady pack it for me. The pack was sealed, and I had it opened. The product label was attached on top of the pack, just like last time. ■ Yuzu-Flavored Mentaiko Weight: Actual measurement 314g (after removing the packaging) Breakdown: 100g, 102g, 112g They use large, high-quality pieces of mentaiko. It has a rich, mature taste with a slight hint of yuzu that is not overpowering. They use the original marinade made with sake from Okushiri Island. Being fresh, it has a strong umami flavor. Shelf life: 4 days, can be frozen. Price for 3 pieces: 1500 yen (tax included) The yuzu-flavored mentaiko is a delicious large piece of mentaiko. It has a great taste, just like last time. It's simply delicious. It pairs well with alcohol or rice. Normally, this size of mentaiko costs around 1000 yen for 100g. Even sliced, it costs around 600-700 yen for 100g. But this product is well-made, with 314g priced at 1500 yen tax included. This is about 477 yen per 100g. The regular price is half off, which is amazing. For mentaiko lovers, this shop is a must-visit. Keep up the good work, lovely lady! My usual companion and I are cheering for you. Next time, I might go for the "small pack of 4 mentaiko with mentaiko soup." Thank you for the delicious meal.

I happened to pass by the shop by car and was intrigued by the sign, so I looked it up on Tabelog when I got home and decided I wanted to try the tarako specialty shop! I visited twice and will review my second visit ✨ I arrived around 10:30 in the morning and wanted to try both tarako and onigiri. The staff asked me what I wanted, and the lineup was tarako mentaiko (spicy), mentaiko mayo, and yuzu mentaiko, each priced at 330 yen. Although it may seem a bit expensive, the onigiri is definitely worth it ✨ When I weighed the onigiri at home, it was over 250g (lol) and it was filled with plenty of ingredients. It's been a while since I felt satisfied with just an onigiri! As for the tarako, I bought the honey-infused tarako this time as well. I think it was around 1500 yen, but it's definitely different from what you can find in supermarkets, haha. Please try the taste for yourself.

Sliced cod roe for 2500 yen, weighing over 600g. It was a limited offer, but it was really delicious and large, just as everyone had said. It was indeed big and of high quality. It was light and fluffy, and you could eat it with as much rice as you wanted. Considering the quality, it would normally be much more expensive. It was much tastier than the slightly more expensive ones sold in supermarkets. It's on par with the expensive ones from Torasuna Beach or Sato Suisan, but at a good price. I will buy it again if I pass by. I also tried the cod roe onigiri for 330 yen, and there was a lot of cod roe in it! There was plenty of rice and it was big! But I want to compare it with the Hot Chef's cod roe onigiri. When you think about the price and taste of the freshly made Hot Chef's cod roe onigiri, it's amazing (laughs).

When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, it is a designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is still no medication that suits me. I had to take a break from work for the third time due to my health condition, but I managed to make it to the fourth act of "Eating Too Much and Getting Fat Theater." I had to return to work while considering my health condition. Recently, during a check-up, the topic of short-term hospitalization came up again. I will be visiting and responding to likes and comments, even if it takes some time. [December 2020] This is my second review, so I will keep it light. "Meitaya Honpo Seimaru" is a shop in Sapporo that specializes in homemade mentaiko, which is rare in the area. They use local sake from the owner's hometown of "Okushiri Island" in their marinade. The shop opened on July 29, 2020. Their regular closing day used to be Wednesday, but it has been changed to Sunday since the last visit. When I asked the owner last time, he mentioned that there are fewer people around on Sundays in this area, so they made the change. I revisited because the "Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko" I tried last time was delicious. I visited around 12:30 pm on a weekday. There were no customers before or after me. Inside the shop, there is an impressive refrigerated case with three types of fresh mentaiko lined up. There were fewer mentaiko in the refrigerated case compared to last time because they sold out for year-end gifts. They had also started selling new products like "onigiri" and "sandwiches" using mentaiko. This time, I sampled all three types. They were all good, but the shop's original "Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko" was my favorite. They were also selling a new product, a small pack of four "Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko with Mentaiko Soup" for 1,600 yen. I hesitated but ended up buying the shop's original "Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko" like last time. The pack contained three pieces, just like last time. I chose a pack with three good-looking pieces from the refrigerated case and had it sealed. There was a product label on top of the pack this time, which was not there last time. Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko Weight: Actual measurement 335g (after removing the packaging) Breakdown: 103g, 113g, 119g They use a large single piece of tarako. It has a luxurious appearance. The yuzu flavor is subtle and not overpowering. It has a sticky texture and a mature taste. They use the shop's original marinade made with sake from Okushiri Island. Since it is fresh, it has a strong umami flavor. Shelf life: Can be stored frozen for 4 days Price for a pack of three pieces: 1,500 yen (including tax) The "Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko" is a delicious large-bellied mentaiko. It tastes really good, there's no other way to describe it. It goes well with alcohol or rice. Normally, this kind of large-sized item would cost around 1,000 yen for 100g. Even sliced pieces would cost around 600-700 yen for 100g. But this product is well-made, with 335g priced at 1,500 yen including tax. It costs 448 yen per 100g. The regular price is half of that, so it's a good deal. It's a shop that mentaiko lovers will love. Next time, I might try the "Small Mentaiko Four-Pack with Mentaiko Soup." It was delicious, thank you.

Hello, I found out about this place from the reviews of my beloved reviewers, "Eating Too Much and Getting Fat" and DGD. I used to be familiar with the situation in this shopping district, but recently, information doesn't seem to come my way. So, there are two types of salted cod roe besides spicy cod roe – the regular one and a yuzu-flavored one. I think I'll buy the yuzu-flavored one. It's a pretty impressive cod roe~. I usually aim for broken pieces or scraps when buying, so I hesitate to buy a perfectly shaped product. But hey, the cod roe here comes in three huge sacs for 1500 yen! Oh? 500 yen per sac! In grams, that's about 100 grams per sac. Isn't that quite rare? With such good shapes, shouldn't it be priced around 1000-1500 yen per sac? Now, shall I eat it on rice? Oh! The spiciness is mild, not too spicy. Is that the yuzu flavor? Hmm, it's not strong, so it's not like "the scent of yuzu stimulates the appetite." Also, there's a kelp broth soaked in it! This broth is the excellent point of this place! Truly a "you can eat as much rice as you want" cod roe. Wow, this place's cod roe is so delicious~. They don't have it today, but apparently, they also have cod roe sandwiches on Wednesdays and Saturdays. They seem to have cod roe rice balls too. Hoho, I definitely want to try those next time~.

When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, as it is a designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is no medication that suits me yet. I have been experiencing poor health days, but the hospitalization date has been decided, and my third hospitalization break has been scheduled soon. Due to the rare disease, coordination among multiple departments is necessary. Pre-hospitalization tests are being conducted in each related department. If reviews and comments suddenly stop, please assume that I have been hospitalized suddenly like last time. Even though I will be taking my third break, I definitely plan to return as a reviewer for the fourth time. Likes and comments may be delayed, but I plan to catch up after my return. In September 2020, the hospitalization date has been decided and is imminent. I do not plan to have a long break like the four-year one last time. Please look forward to the "overeating and gaining weight Act 4" upon my return. "Meitaya Honpo Seimaru" is a shop in Sapporo that specializes in homemade mentaiko, which is rare in Sapporo. They use local sake from the owner's hometown, Okushiri Island, in their marinade. The shop opened on July 29, 2020. The regular closing day used to be Wednesday, but it has recently changed to Sunday. I visited with my usual companion. The shop is located along Niju-Yonken-Teine Street in Teine Honcho, Teine Ward, Sapporo. Please check the exact location on Tabelog. I visited around 12:30 pm on a weekday. There were no customers before or after us. Upon entering the shop, there is an impressive refrigerated case with three types of fresh mentaiko lined up. The mentaiko includes the regular "spicy" type and the shop's original "yuzu-flavored mentaiko." I tried the shop's original "yuzu-flavored mentaiko" and found it to be delicious, so I bought a pack. One pack contains three pieces. I selected a good-looking pack from the refrigerated case, and they sealed it for me. The pack was sealed, so they opened it for me. ■ Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko Weight: Actual measurement 294g (after removing the packaging) Breakdown: 86g, 92g, 116g They use a large single piece of tarako, giving it a luxurious appearance. The yuzu flavor is subtle and not overpowering. It has a sticky texture and a mature flavor. They use their original marinade made with sake from Okushiri. As it is fresh, it has a strong umami taste. Shelf life: 4 days, can be frozen Price for one pack of three pieces: 1500 yen (tax included) The "yuzu-flavored mentaiko" is a delicious large belly mentaiko. It has a really good taste. It's great for pairing with alcohol or as a side dish with rice. Normally, this size of mentaiko costs around 1000 yen per 100g. Even sliced, it would be around 600-700 yen per 100g. But this product is priced at 1500 yen for 300g, including tax. It is 500 yen per 100g. The regular price is half off, which is the standard price. It's a shop that mentaiko lovers will love. Next time, I think I'll try the pack of salted cod roe. It was delicious, thank you.

Suddenly I found myself inside the store♪ Suddenly I found myself with something in my mouth♪ Tarako, tarako, plenty of tarako♪ Tarako, tarako, plenty of tarako♪ Tarako is coming♪ Tarako, tarako, chunky tarako♪ Tarako, tarako, chunky tarako♪ Tarako is coming♪ Plenty of tarako, plenty of tarako♪ Plenty of tarako, plenty of tarako♪ Chewy, popping tarako♪ In other words, the tarako from Seimaru, the main store of Myojo, is very delicious, and they pay attention even to the salt in their salted tarako, which I experienced as the ultimate handmade creation. While the simple salted tarako that is not spicy is good for children, I wasn't able to force them to eat the spiciest mentaiko, but I feel that the mentaiko would go well with sake or on top of freshly cooked rice. However, I only had a taste of three types of tarako to confirm their deliciousness, but they only sell them in sets of three, so I hesitated to buy them and was introduced to other products. Suddenly, it's on top of rice♪ Suddenly, it's in my mouth♪ That's the konbu tsukudani that I bought. I had it as a side dish with rice. It's not registered on Google Local Guide or Tabelog, and only a little local information about Teine has come up on the internet, but it seems that they are not in a rush to get information out. The female staff was lovely. The male maker also had a good natural character. Is it about time to start making onigiri? When I talked to the staff, they said they are planning to have konbu tsukudani in addition to tarako, so I have high expectations for the tarako rice balls. W-What is it? ☆☆☆ Next Episode Preview ☆☆☆ I-I, I really like rice balls.

One weekend, I stopped by my hometown to buy souvenirs at a store located at 2 Teinehoncho, Teine Ward. This store mainly sells mentaiko (spicy cod roe). There is no parking lot, but the store is not very spacious. In the middle, there is a large refrigerated case, and on the other side, there is a tall refrigerated showcase with various high-end bottled products. On this day, I bought only one main item from the refrigerated case - "Spicy Mentaiko (1500 yen)". Although I was momentarily taken aback by the price, I purchased it as it seemed to be the main item. When I tried it at home, I was amazed by its size. The roe clusters were much larger than usual, and the individual roe were also bigger than average. In terms of flavor, I felt that it was slightly less spicy and flavorful compared to the high-end ones I had tried in Fukuoka in the past. Nevertheless, my parents were pleased with it, and that was the most important thing. I would like to try other varieties if I have the chance. Thank you for the meal.

When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, and it is a designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is no medication that suits my rare disease yet. I was hospitalized for rare disease treatment in September last year, January, April to May this year, and now in September again. The supportive comments from everyone were a source of energy for me during my hospitalization. I deeply appreciate it. I have reduced the number of reviews in preparation for hospitalization for the past week. Currently, I am unable to reply to comments or responses to comments due to being hospitalized. However, I will definitely do so after discharge. I plan to continue giving likes even during hospitalization. Thank you for your continued support.

When it gets hot, the symptoms worsen, and it is a designated rare disease by the government. Unfortunately, there is no medication specifically for my rare disease yet. I had to be hospitalized for rare disease treatment again in April-May, following my hospitalizations in September and January last year. Your supportive comments were a source of strength for me during my hospital stay, and I am truly grateful. After receiving the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, I had to wait two weeks before continuing my treatment. At the July appointment, it was decided that I would be hospitalized in August, two weeks after completing the second vaccine dose. Prime Minister Suga stated that vaccinations for those aged 65 and over would be completed by July this year, but Hokkaido has the lowest vaccination rates in the country for both the first and second doses. The Pfizer vaccine is announced to be cut by 10% nationwide, with only 30% of the expected quantity arriving in Sapporo due to further cuts. Despite delays, events like the Olympic marathon will be held in Sapporo. According to the news, it is impossible to complete elderly vaccinations in Sapporo by the end of July. The 70% reduction seems to be the highest in the country, which is seven times the national average reduction rate. What could be the reason for such a significant reduction? Thank you for your continued support. [August 2021] This is my fifth review, so I will keep it light. "Myojyaya Honpo Seimaru" in Sapporo is a shop that mainly sells "homemade mentaiko," a rare product in Sapporo. They use local sake from the owner's hometown of "Okushiri Island" in their marinade. The shop opened on July 29, 2020. The regular closing day used to be Wednesday but has been changed to Sunday. When I asked the owner before, he said that there is less foot traffic on Sundays in this area, so he made the change. I visited a little after 2 pm on a weekday. There were no customers before or after me, but there were many products being shipped out. Inside the shop, there is an impressive refrigerated case with three types of fresh mentaiko lined up. They have started selling "onigiri" and "sandwiches" using mentaiko, a new product since my last visit. On the day of my visit, there were a few left. Since my last visit, they have also been selling a new product, "Yuzu-flavored mentaiko in a small pack of four, with mentaiko soup inside for 1600 yen." I was a bit hesitant, but I decided to buy the same shop's original "Yuzu-flavored mentaiko" again this time. The pack contains three pieces, as before. I chose three pieces from the refrigerated case, where they looked good, and had the owner pack them for me. The pack is sealed, so you have to cut it open to eat. The product label has been placed on top of the pack since my last visit. ■ Yuzu-flavored mentaiko Weight: Actual measurement 323g (after removing the wind bag) Breakdown: 113g, 107g, 104g, approximately 108g per piece. They use large, high-quality pieces of mentaiko. It has a subtle and faint yuzu flavor that doesn't overpower. It has a sticky and mature taste. They use their original marinade made with sake from Okushiri. Since it is fresh, it has a strong umami flavor. Shelf life: Can be stored frozen for 4 days. Price for 3 pieces in a pack: 1500 yen (tax included) "Yuzu-flavored mentaiko" is a delicious large-bellied mentaiko. Just like last time, it has a really good taste. It's no wonder, considering it's from the owner. It's so delicious that there's no other way to describe it. It's great as a side dish with alcohol or rice. Normally, this size of product costs around 1000 yen for 100g. Even sliced, it costs around 600-700 yen for 100g. This pack contains 323g and costs 1500 yen including tax. It's priced at about half the regular price, at 464 yen per 100g. It's a shop that mentaiko lovers will find irresistible. I wonder which mentaiko I should try next time. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Due to the significant reduction in hospitalized patients during the coronavirus pandemic, my hospitalization was delayed, but I was hospitalized again in April, following stays in September and January last year. As a result, I had to suspend my regular reviews from April 19th to the discharge on May 6th. Before my hospitalization, I managed to write a few reviews on my computer and upload them from my hospital bed. Unfortunately, I was unable to reply to comments on my reviews during my hospital stay. Although this hospitalization was initially planned for about three weeks, I was discharged a little earlier than expected. I want to express my gratitude for all the support and comments I received during my hospitalization, which served as a source of encouragement for me. It took me some time, but I finally finished replying to all the comments. Thank you for your understanding and support. [May 2021] This is my fourth review, focusing on "Meitaya Honpo Seimaru," a shop in Sapporo that specializes in homemade mentaiko (spicy cod roe). The shop uses sake from the owner's hometown, Okushiri Island, in their marinade. The shop opened on July 29, 2020, and this was my first visit after being discharged. I shared with the staff about my rare blood disorder, which requires specialized treatment at only four hospitals in Sapporo. The treatment involves costly blood products, and even a single hospitalization requires a significant amount of blood donations. The treatment suppresses the immune system, and it takes at least a month for the immune system to recover. Due to this, I am unable to receive any vaccines for at least a month after discharge. The situation with COVID-19 in Sapporo is concerning, with a high risk of a surge in cases. Despite this, the vaccination process for healthcare workers has been slow, even at major hospitals. Vaccination for elderly patients at smaller hospitals is expected to be delayed. The situation is challenging, but healthcare workers continue to provide care without vaccination. Vaccines are considered effective, and the slow vaccination process in Sapporo poses a significant risk.

About a 5-minute walk from Teine Station, I paid a visit to "Murakami," which relocated from Susukino. I enjoyed their delicious Katsudon as before, and then decided to take a walk towards the city center to check out "Meitaya Honpo Seimaru," which opened in July 2020. They sell their mentaiko in sets of 3, which is a lot for a household of two like mine. I remembered they also had onigiri, so I entered the store. The store only had one female staff member who greeted me and informed me that they were not selling onigiri that day. I decided to purchase the "Yuzu-flavored Mentaiko" for 1,500 yen. The mentaiko had a subtle yuzu flavor, and the texture of the cod roe was good, although the saltiness was a bit strong. I brought it home and served it on a small plate, along with making mentaiko tamagoyaki. The yuzu flavor was nice, but not necessary. The grains of cod roe were large and had a good texture. Some people have mentioned that it is cheap, but I personally can't judge as I have never purchased high-quality mentaiko before. The fact that they sell it in packs of three doesn't seem very customer-friendly, in my opinion. I would like to know the schedule for onigiri sales in the future. If you plan to visit, please check it out. I hope to go back next time with the aim of getting some onigiri. Thank you for the meal. *Actually, I prefer tarako over mentaiko.

Mentaiko is cheap! I came here because I heard great reviews about it. Even though it's a mentaiko shop, they also sell tarako (salted cod roe). They have huge tarako and everything is filled with mentaiko. I bought a 600g cut of mentaiko for 2,500 yen. It's about 400 yen per 100g, so I think it's a good deal. The quality of the tarako is good with firm grains, but it seems like they didn't drain it enough after seasoning, so it's soft and thick overall. They use sake and yuzu for seasoning. I'm not a fan of yuzu, so I wash it before eating. The onigiri here is amazing! It's 330 yen each, which may seem expensive, but they are big, so it's worth it. I got the tarako filling, and it was a lot! It's actually a good deal for 330 yen. I came near closing time and got a better deal. Next time, I'll try the regular tarako as well.

Mrs. Kamisama bought this big and thick tarako and mentaiko for me on her day off. They were 1500 yen each for a total of 3000 yen, but considering the quality, it's a great deal. The mentaiko is a must-try, with a hint of citrus and spiciness that enhances the flavor. The tarako is good too, but it pales in comparison to the mentaiko. Both are light and delicious, with no strong flavors. Overall, the mentaiko is overwhelmingly tasty. It might even be better than the famous ones from Hakata. This is definitely worth it for 1500 yen each. It's so good that it will make you want to eat more rice.

I had been curious for a while, and finally visited. The impressive case of mentaiko and tarako caught my eye. They are so big...! The onigiri is also so big~!!! The staff was very friendly and explained everything to me since it was my first time. I purchased the basic mentaiko and onigiri. The onigiri had a huge amount of mentaiko inside, it was overwhelming. I was amazed as I ate it. The mentaiko had a unique texture, very bouncy. I have never encountered this kind of texture in mentaiko before. The flavor of the marinade was quite strong in my opinion (I am a woman in my 40s). The saltiness was not too much, but the umami was intense. Since the tarako is such a wonderful ingredient, I wish they would make a lighter version that can be eaten as is without rice. I look forward to trying the tarako next time. Thank you for the meal!