As you walk through the center streets of Sannomiya, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, you will come across a procession in front of an orange sign. The name of the shop is "Ikkanrou". It is a "pork bun" shop that has fascinated Kobe children for 60 years. For me (the author), who was born and raised in Hyogo prefecture, the taste is more familiar than 551 Horai.


There are four stores in Kobe, but the main store is definitely worth visiting. There are often queues on weekdays and holidays, and waiting time occurs as a matter of course.


Still, if you look at the glass windows facing the street, it may not be a pain. A steamer that gives you a delicious steam, with a dough that stretches well, a hand that wraps the bean paste dexterously (incredibly fast). Oh, I want to eat soon!


Most of the people in line buy pork buns. It is natural to buy a lot of boxes.


I ordered freshly made to eat on the spot. It is known as "in roses" or "warm guys ○ pieces".

If you get something else, go to the standing table in front of the shop. There are hand towels, soy sauce, and sauce. The letters are disappearing and I don't know which is which ... I eat without anything or only mustard. You can get mustard at the time of purchase.


A large pork bun that is "holding" with both hands. Looking inside, it seems that there are more than pork ...? There are plenty of onions in it. I can't beat this onion. The crispy texture and exquisite sweetness enhance the taste of the meat.


The fluffy skin is slightly sweet. An is lightly seasoned and has an indescribable balance. I'm driven by the urge to eat once a month, but the reality is that when I'm in Tokyo, I can't easily buy it in Kobe. You can buy it online, but it doesn't taste as good as freshly wrapped or steamed.

By the way, the restaurant is not a pork bun specialty store, but a Chinese restaurant. You can enjoy Chinese food in the store, including the main store. This is also generally crowded.