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Pick Up the Nationally Famous "Akiu Ohagi"; A Small Supermarket with Lines Out the Door

About this spot

A small supermarket in the Akiu Onsen area known nationwide for its handmade "Akiu ohagi" (red bean rice cakes). The ohagi—made with red bean, soybean flour, sesame, and more—are prepared fresh in-store daily, with thousands sold on busy days. These substantial, generous rice cakes with subtly sweet bean paste are simple yet so delicious you'll want them again and again. The prepared side dishes are also popular, and the store—filled with a mix of locals and tourists—embodies the warmth of a traditional shop. Stop by during your ravine walk, pick up some ohagi and side dishes, then head toward Akiu Great Waterfall to make your lunch in nature all the more enjoyable.

Tips

Located in the central Akiu Onsen area, just a few minutes by car from Rairai Gorge. Ohagi is popular and often sells out by afternoon, so visiting by late morning is recommended. As a regular supermarket, use a shopping basket, and be prepared with cash. A cooler bag is convenient for carrying your purchases.