Onigirazu (おにぎらず)
Rice 'sandwich'—sushi rice and fillings wrapped flat in nori (seaweed) and cut to show cross-section; invented 1980s manga, popularized 2...
Rice 'sandwich'—sushi rice and fillings wrapped flat in nori (seaweed) and cut to show cross-section; invented 1980s manga, popularized 2...
Yakiniku onigirazu is the heartiest of the family: grilled sweet-soy beef that turns the rice into a counterweight. The crux is reducing the loose glaze so it cannot soak the seaweed.
Onigirazu with umeboshi (pickled plum); traditional flavor.
Tuna mayo is the best-selling konbini onigiri flavour; onigirazu takes it out of the rice-ball core and spreads it flat. The most forgiving, lunchbox-friendly member of the family.
Onigirazu with teriyaki chicken.
Onigirazu with Spam and fried egg; Okinawan-influenced flavor.
Onigirazu with shrimp tempura.
Onigirazu with grilled salted salmon (shiojake).
Onigirazu with natto (fermented soybeans); acquired taste.
Onigirazu with kinpira gobo (braised burdock root and carrot).
Onigirazu with karaage fried chicken.
Onigirazu with bacon, lettuce, tomato; fusion.
Onigirazu with avocado; modern healthy variation.