A highly popular street food offered by Abe Kamaboko Ten, a historic shop famous for Sendai's specialty "Sasa Kamaboko." This one-handed snack features slightly savory round fish cakes wrapped in a sweet batter and fried until crispy. It offers a perfect contrast between its crunchy exterior and its soft, springy interior. The exquisite harmony between the corn-dog-style batter and the savory fish cake captivates locals and tourists alike, making it an essential, iconic soul food for exploring the streets of Sendai.
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Hyoutan-age (1 skewer, freshly served at the shop.)
Ticket Validity : Valid within 30 days after booking.The Highlight
Modern Street Food by a Historic Shop: Created by a long-established shop founded in 1935—the original namer of "Sasa Kamaboko"—this is one of Sendai's most iconic and popular street foods.
Exquisite Sweet & Savory Harmony: Experience a uniquely Japanese flavor profile where the savory flavor of a springy, custom-developed fish cake perfectly matches the sweet, corn-dog-style batter.
Exclusive Craftsmanship: Achieving the perfect, round gourd shape requires meticulous skill. Only a limited number of certified staff can shape them, showcasing true Japanese culinary craftsmanship.
The Experience
【The Story: From a Festive Idea to a City's Soul Food】 "Hyoutan-age" made its debut in 1985 at the "Lord Date Masamune 350th Anniversary Aoba Festival." It began with the creative passion of craftsmen who thought, "Selling regular fish cakes at a festival isn't exciting enough; let's make a new specialty that people can enjoy with one hand while walking around the city." Modeled after the "Hyoutan" (gourd)—a Japanese symbol of good luck—its cute and unique look caused a massive sensation. Originally a festival-exclusive item, its skyrocketing popularity quickly made it a permanent flagship product of the main store. It is now known nationwide as an indispensable soul food for exploring Sendai.
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How to Use
- Please provide your order number on-site.
Important Booking Information
【Important: Allergy Information】 This product contains the following allergenic ingredients. Please exercise caution if you have food allergies.
Egg, Milk, Wheat, Crab, Shrimp, Soybeans
No advance reservations are required. Please purchase directly at the counter of "Abe Kamaboko Ten Main Store" or other retail locations.
As this is a highly popular product, you may need to wait in line depending on the time of day.
The product is served on a wooden skewer. Please exercise caution to avoid injury while eating on the go, especially when traveling with children.
Opening hours may vary by location, and sales may end early if the product sells out for the day. Please check the basic store information in advance.
Cancellation Policy
- Fully refundable (100% refund)