Uniquely Nagoya! Why is the “Tenmusu” so alluring?
What is "Tenmusu"?
Tenmusu is a delicious rice ball filled with shrimp tempura which is smaller than a regular rice ball and can be eaten cold.
Main Ingredient List
- Shrimp tempura
- Rice
- Nori(dried seaweed)
- Kyarabuki
Average Price
JPY 700 - JPY 800
One of the reasons why Tenmusu remains highly popular is due to its easy access.
Everyone can find this mini sized Nagoya Meshi in the train stations, at the supermarkets, along the street or even in a convenience store. Since it can be eaten cold, you can enjoy it anytime of the day!
Click here to learn about the best restaurants for TenmusuLet us find out more about the popular Tenmusu from Nagoya!
Firstly, we can focus on how it can be enjoyed.
Anywhere, Everywhere!Take Out!
Tenmusu can be eaten at all times, anytime of the day!
It is a popular snack that can be enjoyed cold and can be found conveniently anywhere in Nagoya.
A Rice SnackRice with Shrimp
Kyarabuki is a standard garnish for Tenmusu and is chosen simply because it is also a Tsukudani or essentially, a kind of vegetable of the Aichi Prefecture that has been pre- boiled in soy sauce. Try it for yourself and see if it enhances your Tenmusu eating enjoyment!
A Perfect GarnishKyarabuki
Kyarabuki is a standard garnish for Tenmusu and is chosen simply because it is also a Tsukudani or essentially, a kind of vegetable of the Aichi Prefecture that has been pre- boiled in soy sauce. Try it for yourself and see if it enhances your Tenmusu eating enjoyment!
Nagoya Meshi
List of Nagoya specialties
The locals have been in love with their own unique food in Nagoya.
Now it is called “Nagoya Meshi” and it finally came into the spotlight in Japan.
It is a must to try some “Nagoya Meshi”, outstanding Nagoya local food specialities when you visit Nagoya!
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Hitsumabushi
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Miso Katsu
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Tebasaki
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Taiwan Ramen
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Kishimen
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Miso Nikomi Udon
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Nagoya Cochin
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Ankake Spaghetti
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Morning Service
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Curry Udon
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Taiwan Mazesoba
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Miso Oden
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Teppan Italian
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Tenmusu
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Ogura Toast
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Uirou
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Ebisenbei
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Ebi Fry