I went for a walk in the city early in the morning and walked about 10,000 steps. I was looking for a place to have breakfast. As a food blogger, I wanted to find a place I haven't visited before, but I couldn't find any nearby. So, I decided to stop by "Hotto Motto," which is always open at 7:00 AM, which I find very convenient and feel that the company contributes a lot to society. I ordered the usual "nori bento for 330 yen (tax included)." They now offer a choice of "dashi shoyu" sauce as well. The interior of the store was quite warm due to the heat from the kitchen, and the humidity was high, making the temperature inside also high. It seemed like they had a lot of pre-orders, as the kitchen was fully active early in the morning, and the completed bento boxes were piling up one after another. After an 8-minute wait, the food was handed to me. When I started eating, I noticed that the rice was a bit soft today. The bento included white fish fry, chikuwa tempura, kinpira, pickles, and bonito flakes and seaweed on top of the rice. The usual presentation. Personally, I find the "dashi shoyu" sauce more appreciated than the regular sauce. Although the price has increased slightly over the years, I still think the cost performance is excellent. I will definitely use this place again. Thank you for the meal.

Around Sanyuen Station. I wanted to eat noriben, so I told my wife that I didn't need today's bento. My eldest daughter also didn't need a bento that day, so I thought it's good to give them a break once in a while. There's something about this bento that I crave periodically! Noriben for 300 yen. The fried white fish in this noriben is amazing. By the way, do you know what kind of fish it is? It's called "Hoki"! It's a silver, elongated fish about 1.2m long caught near New Zealand. It's praised for its mild taste and goes well with fried dishes. It's considered a delicious fish worldwide. I had the noriben for lunch! Eating the fried fish with the special sauce, sweet and salty kombu, rice, and oily chikuwa was fantastic! I'll probably crave it again soon. Thank you for the meal!

Today is the vernal equinox in Japan. Not the literary magazine "Bungeishunju" day, haha! It's the equinox. Oh, are you getting jealous? Just kidding! So, it's "Hotto Motto Kuwon Ten" restaurant. It's been about half a year since my last visit. I was a bit distant from this branch, haha! I usually go for the standard Nori Bento, haha! Just kidding, it's the Yamato Nori Bento, haha! Just kidding, it's the Horikoshi Nori Bento, haha! Just kidding, it's the Nori Bento, haha! Oh, do we really need the "haha" after each sentence? Anyway, this time I decided to try something different and ordered the fried rice. The fried rice costs 390 yen. To be honest, it tasted more like rice with fried rice seasoning rather than authentic fried rice. If you're expecting the real deal, you'll definitely be disappointed. Well, it's not exactly what I was looking for, but oh well!

My wife is back home, so there's no dinner waiting for me. It's like a special period for a food blogger, where I can eat whatever I want at my favorite restaurants. But for someone like me, who only gets a small amount of money to live on, it's a survival challenge to make ends meet. That's why I went to "Hotto Motto Kuwan Store." I ordered the "Seafood Tempura Bowl." I love Hotto Motto's tempura bowls. They're delicious and you can't underestimate them. I waited outside because the restaurant was crowded. There was a cat standing next to someone's bike. Is this cat going to ride the bike? Or is it not going to ride it? Well, judging by its nice fur, it's probably a pet cat. I knew that, but I said "stray cat?" for the sake of a joke. The seafood tempura bowl costs 490 yen. The tempura includes green beans, lotus root, shrimp, scallops, and squid. It's crispy, but not as crispy as the ones you buy at the supermarket. The combination with the thick sauce is great. Personally, I think it's one of the top two dishes along with the nori bento!

It's often surprising to many, but chappytsum actually doesn't like mayonnaise. Although I don't mind eating foods like hamburgers or macaroni salad that already have mayonnaise in them, I don't particularly enjoy the taste. However, what I really dislike about mayonnaise is its appearance, specifically the color. The chemical-like visual of mayonnaise just doesn't appeal to me, making me not want to eat it. Despite my aversion to mayonnaise, people always seem to assume that I like it. I want to speak out from the minority position that not everyone with my body type likes mayonnaise! Just because I ordered a special nori taro bento box doesn't mean I like mayonnaise, as I opted out of it. The bento box, priced at 390 yen, came with delicious white fish fry, which I later learned was made from a fish called hoki. The other side dishes included minced cutlet and fried chicken, both of which were tasty. Overall, the bento box was satisfying, especially for someone who doesn't like mayonnaise.

Since starting to post on Tabelog in 2018, I have significantly reduced my visits to "Hotto Motto". However, I still can't resist craving their "Nori Bento". For lunch on a holiday, I went to buy the "Nori Bento". My wife ordered the "Japanese-style Makunouchi Bento". There was a price difference of 170 yen between my "Nori Bento" and hers, highlighting the household income disparity at the chappytsum household (laughs). The white fish fry in the "Nori Bento" is my favorite here. I have no idea what kind of fish it is. It might be some mysterious deep-sea fish (laughs), but it tastes delicious. The tempura chikuwa is also delicious. The oil here, like McDonald's, has its own unique taste. It's great that you can get this bento for 330 yen (tax included). It's even cheaper on weekdays at 290 yen (tax included). Two of these for 580 yen (tax included). Quite tempting (laughs).

"Bento boxes always have a consistent taste wherever you go. The one with white fish fry, tempura, kinpira, and pickles. There are bits of bonito flakes and kombu simmered in soy sauce scattered under the seaweed, adding character to the presentation. The rice has a soft texture but lacks a bit of moisture. The special bento box with white fish fry, minced cutlet, half portion of fried chicken, kinpira, and pickles looks luxurious but may fall short of being a 'makunouchi' bento. Even one item is satisfying enough. Eat the warm items while they're still warm."

"To humans, energy." Some may associate this with Idemitsu, but it inevitably overlaps with the catchphrase of Hotto Motto. You can order and eat freshly made food quickly and conveniently at Hotto Motto. I was torn between ordering the Nori Gyu Bento and the Tanita Daily Bento, but my body seemed to desire a healthy lifestyle. As a result, I decided to try the Tanita Daily Bento. On this day, it was a simmered dish of root vegetables and minced meat. The portion size was slightly smaller, making it feel healthy and suitable for eating until about 80% full. The low calorie count was also appealing, but the carrots were slightly undercooked and a bit tough. While I enjoy raw carrots, those in stir-fried dishes should be cooked thoroughly. This may be attributed to the cooking skills of the staff, as some other bento orders were prepared faster, yet the cooking level was a bit off. I also tried two edamame beans, which had a taste that was a bit off. The minced meat-like substance that seemed to be included in the dish was not very appetizing in terms of texture. The large slices of ginger added an impactful flavor. The other vegetables were cooked adequately and had a good level of seasoning, but the excess sauce left at the bottom did not soak into the ingredients, making me wish they had cooked it a bit longer to reduce the moisture. Despite these minor issues, I enjoyed eating and contemplating various aspects of the meal. The side dishes were decently delicious, and the sixteen-grain rice was healthy and satisfying. While there were some cooking difficulties, the customer service was good, and I was able to have a healthy lunch. ☆☆☆ Next Episode Preview ☆☆☆ I will try the Tanita Bento at another Hotto Motto location in the future!

Welcome.---------- March 2015 ----------When it comes to the Jusco along Kuoen Street, it is a fairly well-known place on Nishi 13-chome Street. This place is supported as a bento shop in the town. The menu is the same for all branches, but during the day it is popular for businessmen, and in the evening, especially young women gather here. The food is freshly made, so waiting is not a problem. The fried chicken bento is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, with a slight chicken flavor. The portion is generous and comes with side dishes like spaghetti, cabbage, and a little bit of pickles. The "Kinme Meshi" dessert is a nice touch, with a slightly firm texture and a hint of sweetness. It's a great value for the quality. Seasonal items are also gradually introduced, making it a special treat for the time of year. Thank you for the delicious meal.

◆◆◆◆◆◆ 【Second Post】 ◆◆◆◆◆◆ 【January 2013】 This is my second post, so lightly. This winter has been heavy snow, with many shops around the house. My usual companion is shoveling snow while I go shopping for bento. Until 2-3 years ago, I used to shovel snow. Visited around 1 pm. Quite a few customers come in. Many customers buy the "nori bento." When looking at the menu, there was a 50 yen discount during weekday lunchtime. It was 320 yen, but now it's 270 yen. I bought one at that price. The miso soup was 20 yen off, so it was 100 yen. I bought some other items as well. Waited for about 10 minutes in the store. ■ Nori Bento Weight about 400g Rice with seaweed on top, under the seaweed is simmered kelp, white fish fry, tempura, pickles, and kimpira burdock 320 yen (270 yen during weekday lunchtime) I think 270 yen is enough. I can see why everyone buys it. ■ Pork Cutlet Curry Weight about 550g The curry roux was unexpectedly spicy. The curry roux is served separately, which is nice. The cutlet is thin but delicious when freshly fried. The rice is well cooked, served with pickles 1033 calories, a bit expensive but understandable 500 yen ■ Pork Miso Soup Ingredients include pork, carrots, onions, potatoes, burdock, radish, etc. The ingredients are decent. Comes with shichimi pepper in a small bag. It warms you up in winter. 120 yen (100 yen on that day) It's a very reasonable price. The taste is better at Arinko, which is more popular and costs 240 yen. At 100 yen, this one is a better deal. This was my first time trying the "nori bento." I think it's very good for the price. It's nice to see it priced at 270 yen these days. ◆◆◆◆◆◆ 【First Post】 ◆◆◆◆◆◆ A bento shop that doesn't pre-make their bentos. I tried takorice for the first time. 【June 2011】 A bento shop that doesn't pre-make their bentos, Hotto Motto. You can always eat warm bentos here. This shop is located in the Kuwazon area of Chuo-ku, Sapporo, on the Kuwazon Fukuzumi Street. For the exact location of the shop, please check it on Tabelog. The bentos are always made to order, so you have to wait a bit, but they are more delicious and cost-effective than convenience store bentos. This shop is very crowded during weekday lunchtime, so it's delicious and reasonably priced, but I recommend avoiding lunchtime. It might be safer to make a reservation. I visited to try takorice, which I had never eaten before. Based on the name, I thought it might be a bento with octopus sashimi, octopus tempura, soft-boiled octopus, and fried octopus. Mexican Takorice, 440 yen Cheese Mexican Takorice, 490 yen I chose the cheaper Mexican Takorice. I paid in advance, so there was no turning back. Around 3 pm on a weekday, there was one customer ahead of me, maybe ordering multiple items. After about 20 minutes of waiting, the Mexican Takorice was ready. It takes quite some time. I went straight home. As a snack, my friend and I tried a little. The Mexican Takorice had a tropical vibe and tasted better than expected. Surprisingly delicious, my friend and I agreed. However, I couldn't compare it to Takorice from other shops. For that, I'll rely on comments from reviewers. Tabelog is very convenient. Hotto Motto has a stable taste and few disappointments, so it's worth using. Takorice, born from tacos, not vinegar octopus. While reminiscing about my first Takorice, we enjoyed the meal for two.

The lineup of products at convenience stores changes quickly. The selection of fillings in Hotto Motto's special selection bento also keeps changing. There was a time when the fillings included salmon, shrimp fry, and sukiyaki. I miss those days. The salmon wasn't just any salmon, it was a small but decent quality salmon. It was really good. Now, salmon has been replaced with mackerel with mentaiko. It may be a matter of preference, but it's really disappointing. Well, it's still delicious though.

About a week ago, I ate a nori bento for the first time in a long time (probably for the first time in a few years). The nostalgic taste and deliciousness of the nori bento ignited something in me, and I happened to pass by this restaurant and couldn't resist buying it. Once again, the nori bento was just as delicious as before. The best thing about chain stores like this is that they offer the same taste relatively cheaply. This nori bento had a crispy white fish fry and chewy chikuwa tempura, which filled me up nicely. At 380 yen including tax, it's quite a good deal. I'm thinking about buying some tartar sauce next time. I have a feeling I'll be buying it soon because I want to eat it again.

There were various things happening, so I went to the nearby "Hotto Motto" for lunch. I ordered the plum grated pork shabu bento. The ponzu sauce was really good. The skin of the eggplant was tough, which was disappointing, but overall it was delicious. I appreciate refreshing dishes in the summer. Oh, the kimchi on the rice is homemade. I put it on before taking the picture (laughs). Bon appétit!

In the Sanko area, along Fukuzumi and Sanko Street, there is a "Hotto Motto" shop. The parking space is spacious and easy to use. I had to work late, so I bought a bento here for dinner. Due to the self-restraint of the COVID-19, the restaurant was crowded with many customers during the time when restaurants were not open. There were so many choices for bento that I had a hard time deciding, but I ended up ordering the "Special Nori Taru Bento (420 yen)" and the "Special Pork Miso Soup (130 yen)" from the popular nori bento series. It was ready in about 20 minutes. The fried foods like white fish fry had a crispy coating and were delicious. Every side dish was tasty, but I especially liked the fluffy and delicious rice. The quality of the bento was high, and I found the price of 420 yen reasonable. There are still more bentos I'm interested in trying, so I plan to visit again soon.

"I'm alone in Sapporo at the 'Hotto Motto Kuoen Store.' The hotel's Wi-Fi environment is so poor that I can't even like anyone's posts. Thanks to that, I was able to check out much earlier than usual. I was heading to Kuoen hoping to have some coffee, but even though it says it opens at 8 o'clock, it was closed. I found 'Hotto Motto' on the way back. Maybe I'll stop by at AEON too... I didn't expect this at all. What should I buy? The fried chicken bento is 340 yen, and the hamburger bento is 490 yen. I feel like I bought fried chicken yesterday, so I'll go with the hamburger bento. When I ordered, they asked, 'Do you want the demi-glace hamburger?' I said, 'Oh, the cheap one on the poster.' They replied, 'Oh, that's from ○○ day.' I knew there was a date written on it, but I don't even know what day it is today. How am I supposed to review this? I changed it to the 'ginger pork bento' for 500 yen. Is it about 7 minutes? It seems like two women are running this place based on their voices. It's just the ginger pork now. I changed the rice to fried rice. How am I supposed to evaluate this? Is it thinly sliced? It's not pork belly. The seasoning is... pork belly, so it's reasonably tasty."

I ordered the Pork Kalbi Bento with salt seasoning. I enjoyed it with a squeeze of lemon for a refreshing taste. It was very satisfying yet light and healthy. Excellent. Thank you for the meal.

After a long time, I finally had Hotto Motto again. When I was in elementary school, it was a luxurious treat, and I used to boast that when I became an adult, I would live near a Hotto Motto. That's how much I loved it. As an adult, I happened to live near an Origin Bento store. They make fantastic bento, but deep down, I never forgot the excitement of eating Hotto Motto. About 5 years later, I happened to live near a Hotto Motto. It's truly fulfilling a dream I've had for over 20 years, and it's really moving. ...Having Hotto Motto after a long time, the rice is different. The ingredients are good. I only eat the seaweed bento, but I probably won't change that in the future. Maybe. Hotto Motto's seaweed bento. I look forward to your continued support.