Takoyaki
Molten battered balls filled with octopus, off a special griddle.
About Takoyaki
A savoury batter is poured into a dimpled iron pan with a piece of octopus in each well, turned with picks into round balls, then topped with sauce, mayo, seaweed and dancing bonito flakes. They are Osaka beloved street snack, eaten hot enough to burn.
✅ Before you go to Japan
Round out your trip — most travellers book these alongside their trip.
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