Ashigaru Onigiri, Japan’s first grilled meat onigiri stand, is opening in Kanazawa on July 4, 2026. Located inside the historic Yakiniku House Taishogun, this unique breakfast spot offers freshly made onigiri using premium local rice cooked in a traditional iron pot.
Travelers visiting Kanazawa can enjoy a special morning dining experience in a 120-year-old traditional townhouse setting. The limited-time morning hours from 7:00 to 12:00 provide a chance to savor handcrafted onigiri with carefully selected seasonal ingredients and local flavors, making it a perfect start to the day.
About Ashigaru Onigiri Kanazawa
Operated by Ganesha Co., Ltd., Ashigaru Onigiri Kanazawa is the second store following their Toyama location. It features a unique concept where customers can enjoy grilled meat alongside their onigiri at a historic 120-year-old yakiniku counter. The rice used is “Horai Mai,” a special variety grown in Ishikawa Prefecture with rich sweetness and flavor, cooked in a high-heat iron pot (hagama) to enhance its texture and taste.
Highlights
- World’s first grilled meat onigiri stand inside a historic 120-year-old yakiniku counter.
- Uses locally sourced Ishikawa “Horai Mai” rice cooked in a traditional iron pot for perfect texture and sweetness.
- Three set meal options with up to three onigiri each, featuring premium fillings like Wagyu beef, eel, salmon roe, and more.
- Each set includes seasonal soup, pickled Kaga vegetables, and premium Sencha matcha tea from Nagasaki for a complete traditional Japanese breakfast.
- Cozy counter seating for 8 guests, offering an intimate and unique morning dining experience.
- Set meal prices range from ¥1,800 to ¥3,200 (tax included).
Menu Details and Location
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Ashigaru Onigiri Kanazawa |
| Menu / items | Foot Soldier Onigiri Set Meal (¥1,800); Daimyo Onigiri Set Meal (¥2,200); Lord Onigiri Set Meal (¥3,200) |
| Location | Inside Yakiniku House Taishogun Kanazawa |
| Address | 2-31-36 Katamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa |
| Period | July 4, 2026 (Sat) |
| Release date | July 4, 2026 |
| Price | ¥1,800; ¥2,200; ¥3,200 (tax included) |
The Foot Soldier Onigiri Set Meal (¥1,800) offers seven carefully prepared fillings such as chicken soboro, salmon, sesame leaf, green chili miso, tuna mayo, spicy cod roe, and pickled egg. The Daimyo Onigiri Set Meal (¥2,200) includes premium ingredients like Wagyu beef shigureni, Yamada eel, sujiko natto, and salmon roe. For the ultimate indulgence, the Lord Onigiri Set Meal (¥3,200) features luxurious toppings such as sweet shrimp yukhoe, yukhoe beef, and special egg yolk dishes.
All sets come with seasonal soup, pickled Kaga vegetables, and exquisite Sencha matcha tea from Nagasaki’s Higashisonogi town. This tea is known for its mild bitterness and rich umami, perfectly complementing the savory onigiri and seaweed flavors.
Enjoy a unique breakfast experience in the traditional Kanazawa townhouse atmosphere, where every onigiri is carefully hand-formed to deliver a comforting and energizing start to your day.
