takoyaki

Akashiyaki: A regional dumpling with a fascinating backstory

Osaka might be famous for takoyaki, but Akashi is the place where octopus balls first started.

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Our Osaka native taste-tests the extra-expensive, extra-large Bikkuri Takoyaki octopus balls

Seiji goes big as he goes home.

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Takoyaki store in Osaka becomes a hot topic on Reddit, but is it any good?

What’s good for a visitor isn’t always good for a local. 

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Eel-topped takoyaki is delicious in any season, but here’s why now is the best time to try it

Hint: it’s because you can only buy it at one specific place. 

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Takoyaki stand in Nagoya sold side orders of cocaine, police say

System required buyers to use a code word when placing takeout orders, say investigators.

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Japanese snack Umaibo asks fans to choose their favourite flavours in inaugural Umaibo ranking

Snack fans vote to decide once and for all which is the best flavour of Umaibo.

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Traditional Japanese cuisine gets an out of this world treatment — we try Japanese Space Food

Take your taste buds on an intergalactic trip with these space-friendly foods!

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World’s first Takoyaki Guitar created in Japan, features a gas grill and octopus balls

The best-sounding takoyaki you’ll ever hear.

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Attention home takoyaki chefs! Japan now has a specialty store for takoyaki flour【Taste test】

The Kansai region loves octopus dumplings, but will our Kansai-born takoyaki fan love this store’s flour?

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Takoyaki…inarizushi? New fusion food boggles the mind in Japan

Japanese food breaks out of the mould for a new adventure in flavour.

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Takoyaki Party and Italian fully-loaded rice balls coming to NewDays for a limited time

Convenience store’s giant demon balls show their softer side.

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Imitation octopus balls are Japan’s newest pseudo-gourmet recipe for boiled eggs【Recipe】

Takoyaki taste without the tako.

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Japan’s new “Takoyaki? Burger” reimagines takoyaki for the fast food world

“Huh? Takoyaki?!” is the perfect tagline for this weird new offering.

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Takoyaki sushi rolls at popular Japanese chain take California rolls to a whole new level

It’s not the only weird sushi this conveyor belt restaurant has created. 

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Japanese takoyaki chain brings out sneakers with fun food details

Turn heads with a pair of takoyaki makers.

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Takoyaki boat tray comes to life in Japan, sails down river near Tokyo

Octopus balls head out for a jaunt in the sunshine, turning heads everywhere they go. 

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“Hey, Japanese taxi driver, take us to the best takoyaki in Osaka!”

How much luck can you have when asking a cab driver for recommendations in Japan?

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Takoyaki makers surprisingly good at grilling meat for yakiniku too

Once again, Japanese whiskey comes through with a great cooking tip.

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Takoyaki ice cream appears at Japanese convenience store chain

A summer festival for the mouth…but this celebration isn’t suited to all tastes.

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7 Japanese restaurant chains you can wear right now

Takoyaki, ramen, and gyoza chains take over the fashion world with limited-edition collaborations.

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