4-11-3 Kaminecho, Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Yamagataya is a beloved local spot in Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture, famous for its delicious and affordable onigiri (rice balls). Located at 4-11-3 Kaminecho, it's a takeout-only shop that draws crowds, especially during lunchtime and school events. The menu features classic onigiri fillings, along with norimaki (seaweed rolls), side dishes, and katsudon bento boxes. Don't miss their popular karaage (fried chicken) and the highly recommended sekihan inari (red bean rice inari). Arrive early to avoid long lines, and be sure to try their seasonal kashiwa mochi (oak leaf rice cakes).