9 Interesting Character ‘Man’ Buns from Japan
It’s finally ‘nikuman’ (steamed bun) season in Japan. When it’s cold here, we all feel like eating nikuman. We’ve made a collection of the strange nikuman being sold/that have been sold in Japan. Also, they’re mainly ones sold in convenience stores. Which do you wanna eat the most?
1. Doraemon-man
Custard, http://togech.jp/
2. Madoka Magica: Kyubey-man
Mabo (spicy tofu chili), http://nlab.itmedia.co.jp/
3. Frozen: Olaf-man
Chocolate, http://gigazine.net/
4. Hello Kitty-man
Cheese & pork at USJ, http://tabelog.com/
5. Funassyi-man
Nikuman, http://photo.sh/photo-i927429880411361082_608515034.html
6. Slime-man
Nikuman, http://57835121.at.webry.info/
7. Gundam: Haro-man
Nikuman at Gundam Cafe, http://yattarjapan.com/
8. Kinnikuman Series
From left to right: Ramen-man (tantan style), Kin-nikuman (gyudon style), Wars-man (black curry)
9. Hatsune Miku: Sakura Miku-man
Red bean (anko), http://sranngurenn.blog70.fc2.com/
Many of these are made in limited numbers so be sure to look for new ones when you’re in a Japanese convenience store and give them a try! Convenience store nikuman are a must-try.
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