All Reviews of Pork Tamago Onigiri – Makishi Market Branch

One of the most unforgettable foods from this trip was definitely Okinawan onigiri. Ever since I had my first one in American Village, I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. It truly deserves its reputation as an incredibly popular local favorite.

Although it looks like just rice wrapped in nori, it's paired with a thick, tender Japanese omelet and a variety of main fillings. Each one is made fresh and served piping hot, and every bite is pure happiness. I especially recommend trying the classic Okinawan bitter melon flavor. The slightly bitter, crisp texture goes surprisingly well with the meat and egg combination.

If you want to experience the lively atmosphere of the popular original location, you can line up at Makishi Public Market. If you're short on time, you can also easily get one at the airport branch on your way home, which is very convenient. I strongly recommend making time to try it when visiting Okinawa. The flavor is simple yet unforgettable, and I still couldn't stop thinking about it after leaving.

A super popular Okinawa shop specializing in freshly made rice balls~ Its signature item features traditional Okinawan canned luncheon meat (Spam) and a freshly fried thick omelet, sandwiched with fragrant, chewy Niigata-grown Koshihikari rice and specially selected nori. Each one is made fresh after you order, so it’s piping hot when you get it. The outside is crispy, the inside is tender, and the savory, salty flavor really hits the spot. It’s an iconic Okinawan street food that you have to try.

One of Okinawa's most popular must-try foods, Potama Pork and Egg Onigiri at the Makishi Market flagship location!
The made-to-order onigiri was piping hot when I got it, with the aroma of nori wafting up. The thick, juicy Spam paired with a tender fried egg, crispy fried shrimp, cheese, and shiso created layers of texture that really impressed me! Paired with a refreshing lemon specialty drink, it was absolutely delicious, whether for brunch or an energy boost while shopping!

This is a famous local Okinawan rice ball. It looks simple, but the first bite pleasantly surprised me. The chewy white rice is paired with thick slices of meat, tender egg, fried shrimp, and seaweed. Every bite is layered with savory flavors and incredibly satisfying.