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Shimamoto Hakata Hankyu Store
A mentaiko (spicy cod roe) specialty store founded in 1976, committed to rare domestically produced roe and careful handcrafting.
Shimamoto Hakata Hankyu Store is a directly managed retail shop operated by Shimamoto, a mentaiko specialty store founded in 1976. It is located on the B1 floor of Hakata Hankyu and is known as one of the leading mentaiko shops in Fukuoka and Hakata. While many makers use imported roe, Shimamoto carefully selects only domestically produced Alaska pollock roe, said to account for less than 10% of what circulates on the market. It uses no coloring and stays committed to a traditional method in which each piece is finished by hand.
At the counter, you will find a wide lineup, from gift-ready whole roe sacs to cut pieces for home use, including the “Original Karashi Mentaiko.” Among the most popular items is the “Mentaiko Mayonnaise,” which contains about 20% mentaiko. Alongside Plain and Garlic, the shop also offers store-exclusive flavors such as Wasabi, Yuzu Kosho, and Basil. It has become a hot topic for how easily it can be used in a wide variety of dishes.
With its convenient location directly connected to Hakata Station, it is easy to stop by between sightseeing and business trips. Even among the basement food section lined with specialties from around Kyushu, it is supported by people from both within and outside the prefecture as a shop where you can easily buy Fukuoka-only flavors.
Highlights
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A directly managed retail shop operated by a long-established mentaiko specialty store founded in 1976.
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Uses only rare domestically produced Alaska pollock roe, said to account for less than 10% of what circulates on the market.
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Mentaiko made with no coloring, using a traditional method finished by hand.
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The popular “Mentaiko Mayonnaise” contains about 20% mentaiko.
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Directly connected to Hakata Station, making it easy to stop by between sightseeing and business trips.
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Store-exclusive “Freshly Made Spicy Cod Roe,” known for its outstanding freshness
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“Mentaiko Mayonnaise” made with fresh mentaiko, used as is.
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“Mentaiko Mayonnaise” comes in a total of five flavors.
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You can easily make the SNS-viral “Mentaiko France” at home.
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Use it as an onigiri filling for an easy way to enjoy it.
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It also works as a dip for steamed vegetables, as well as meat and fish dishes.
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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What are the most popular products?
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The “Original Karashi Mentaiko,” loved since the store was founded, and the “Mentaiko Mayonnaise,” which also makes a welcome souvenir, are especially popular.
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Does the “Mentaiko Mayonnaise” need to be kept refrigerated?
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Because it uses fresh mentaiko as is, it is a refrigerated product. When you purchase it in-store, you can take it home with an ice pack and an insulated bag. Store it in the refrigerator after purchase, and after opening, enjoy it as soon as possible.
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Are there any products limited to Shimamoto Hakata Hankyu Store?
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The shop may offer items that can only be purchased here, such as the limited-flavor “Wasabi Mentaiko Mayonnaise,” “Yuzu Kosho Mentaiko Mayonnaise,” and “Basil Mentaiko Mayonnaise.”
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 辛子明太子の島本 博多阪急店
- Postal Code
- 812-0012
- Address
- B1, 1-1 Hakataekichuogai, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
- Telephone
- 092-461-1381
- Business Hours
- 10:00am - 8:00pm
- Closed
- Irregular holidays (in accordance with Hakata Hankyu)
- Budget
- From 1,000yen
- Access
- Directly connected to JR any Line’s Hakata Station.
- Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
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