JAPAN IN
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~”Onigiri” has long been a favorite of the Japanese~
Have you ever eaten “onigiri” (Rice ball)?
Of course! “Onigiri” is super common in Japan. We eat it all the time.
No, I haven’t…. but I always see those onigiri in anime!
I found it in my favorite Japanese movie, Spirited Away, where Chihiro eats one while crying, a moment full of emotion.
Onigiri is a traditional Japanese food made from cooked rice, shaped by hand. Usually, it’s triangle or round shaped.
I always wondered why Onigiri? Is there a reason behind it?
Actually, yes. Onigiri has been around for centuries.
It was originally developed as a preserved food, using rice, our staple food.
Ooooh, ancient snack time!
It’s said that samurai during the Sengoku period ate onigiri between battles.
Because they were easy to carry and lasted longer, onigiri were considered practical battlefield food.
Whoa, so it was like ancient Japanese energy food?
Exactly! And even now, onigiri is loved as a quick lunch or snack.
You can find them everywhere from homes to convenience stores.
I will go to a convenience store now!!
Summary
Onigiri is a simple yet iconic Japanese food, originally valued as a preserved meal and now cherished in daily life for its convenience.
