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Homuraan Main Store
A specialty shop for Gunma’s famous yaki manju, made with domestically produced wheat and house-made koji.
Homuraan Main Store is a specialty shop in Numata City, Gunma Prefecture, that makes and sells yaki manju directly. Founded in 1981, it has been popular with both locals and visitors for over 40 years. Carefully selected domestically produced wheat and house-made koji are used. The dough is slowly fermented, then steamed until soft and fluffy with high-temperature steam. Another signature of Homuraan is its secret house-made miso sauce, passed down since the shop first opened, layered on repeatedly and grilled over charcoal for a fragrant finish.
There are two types of yaki manju: the simple standard version and a filled version with sweet bean paste. You can eat in starting from one skewer. Sets of 12, 16, and 20 pieces are also available, making them popular as souvenirs and gifts. The shop also offers an online store and frozen products, so many people say they can enjoy the Main Store’s flavor at home as well.
Nearby sightseeing spots include Numata Castle Ruins Park and Tambara Lavender Park. Many visitors also stop by on the way to Oigami Onsen. It is a popular place to enjoy one of Gunma’s local specialties during a trip or drive.
Highlights
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A yaki manju specialty shop in Numata with over 40 years of history.
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Uses dough made with domestically produced wheat and house-made koji.
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Offers two types: the standard yaki manju and a filled version with sweet bean paste.
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Eat-in is available from one skewer, and souvenir sets of 12, 16, and 20 pieces are also sold.
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Conveniently located for stopping by between sightseeing spots around Numata City.
Photos
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The sweet and savory sauce, blended with miso and several kinds of sugar, is rich in flavor
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Sake manju, gently scented with sake koji, comes in a pack of three
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The nostalgic interior also has a souvenir corner
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The yellow sign modeled after yaki manju makes the shop easy to spot
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Is takeout available?
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Yes, it is. Set sales and nationwide delivery of frozen products are also available.
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Is there a smoking area?
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There is an outdoor smoking area.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 火群庵 本店
- Postal Code
- 378-0126
- Address
- 186-1 Kamikogochi, Shirasawa-machi, Numata City, Gunma 378-0126
- Phone
- 0278-53-2789
- Hours
- 10:00am–4:45pm
- Closed on
- Wednesdays
- Price Range
- from ¥500
- Access
- Approx. 20 minutes by car from Numata Station on the JR Joetsu Line
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official website
- Official website (Japanese)
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