If you've ever traveled to Japan, then you're sure to have experienced the richness of the Land of the Rising Sun's gastronomy, from dishes that require years of training to reach perfection, such as sushi and sashimi, to simpler but equally tasty dishes, such as onigiri.
A small, round, triangle- or oval-shaped dumpling of unvinigared rice, most often wrapped in a sheet of nori seaweed,onigiri is one of Japan's most famous and popular snacks. Devoured on the go, onigiri are filled with a wide variety of recipes and ingredients, such as grilled salmon, tuna-mayonnaise, mushrooms, pickled vegetables, fish roe or marinated meats.
Easy to prepare and transport,onigiri is also considered a particularly healthy and balanced snack - it contains no fat; ideal for a quick, tasty and affordable lunch. In Paris,onigiri has become a fixture in the capital's Japanese restaurants and izakayas over the past few years, with counters and stalls devoted entirely to these little stuffed rice balls.
So to find out where to enjoy good onigiri in Paris, here are our top addresses!
O-Komé, quality onigiri and Japanese grocery in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
At O-Komé, onigiri are meticulously prepared, and grocery products direct from Japan are easy to take home. [Read more]
Le Renard Café, the bookshop-cafe dedicated to Japanese culture in Paris
A few steps away from the Renard Doré bookstore, in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, the Renard Café has opened, highlighting Japanese culture, between mangas, bubble tea and quality pastries. [Read more]
Kafé Buki in Paris: the excellent coffee shop that transports us to Japan
How about taking the time to disconnect while drinking real coffee and enjoying some delicious Japanese pastries? Follow us as we take you to Kafé Buki, an ultra-friendly, gourmet Japanese coffee shop. [Read more]
Mochi Mochi Aki, the new gourmet store of Aki Paris
Mochi Mochi Aki, this is the name of the new store just opened by Aki Paris. After Aki Boulangerie and Aki Café, Mochi Mochi Aki has also moved to rue Saint-Anne to delight lovers of mochis, melon burgers and other sweets, discover what is waiting for you there. [Read more]
The izakayas of Paris, our best addresses for authentic Japanese tapas
There's nothing like sitting down at the counter of an izakaya, one of those traditional Japanese bars, to enjoy authentic Japanese tapas, accompanied by a glass of sake or beer. Here are our best addresses in Paris! [Read more]
Perfect places to enjoy onigiri just like in Japan!