Pochi Takoyaki Shop | Osaka, Japan šŸ™šŸ˜‹

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Hello, Foodies! šŸ˜‹

I heard, Osaka is known for its delicious takoyaki. I am not a takoyaki expert but I have eaten a lot of them, and I wanted the real one. šŸ˜† I mean, I should at least eat takoyaki while I am in Japan, right?

Right away, I searched for a takoyaki shop that was not a touristy one because I bet I would line up for hours just to eat them in minutes. Google was a big help in always looking for these hidden gems.

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Pochi Takoyaki was just a walk from Tengachaya Station and the shop was visible from so no sweat looking for it. šŸ˜ The shop was manned by three staff and I guess the two were part-time students, and the older guy was the owner.

Just from afar, I can literally hear the sizzle of the griddle which made me even hungrier. šŸ˜† tsss tsss šŸ”„

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A closer look at the griddle. It was hot just a few feet away from it.


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There were seats available facing the kitchen.Yey, I can see some cooking action while we wait. šŸ˜ The shop was not that big that I can hear the chatters of the staff, so at this point, I was getting used to small spaces. šŸ˜ We were just the customers and some drunk grandmas at a separate table. They were giggling and gossiping out as they jugged their beers.

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The staff handed us the menu. He was so kind and at the same time, I could tell on his face he was curious and about to ask questions. He asked us where we were from. I told him to take a guess, and he got it wrong. šŸ˜… I said, "Oh, that was close!". I like locals who start a convo because it's giving a warm welcoming. šŸ˜Œ

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Back to the menu, here is step-by-step instruction on how you would like your takoyaki.

Step 1: Choose your set of Takoyaki. 6, 8 and 10 pieces.
Step 2: The flavor or the taste of choice. Soy sauce, ponzu, salt, or plain.
Step 3: Toppings. Bonito, mayonnaise, green onion.
Step 4: Just the add-ons like cheese.
Step 5: Eat and enjoy! šŸ™

On the other side of the menu are the combo sets. They serve beer, soft drink, and karaage.


We chose the 6-set of takoyaki so that we can eat other variants. While waiting for our orders, we got our cola in a clear mug. Perhaps beers are more popular here.

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It was hot inside because of the air coming from the griddle, plus it was Summer and no air conditioner. As I sipped on my ice-cold cola, my eyes were glued on the baseball game on the television while my peripheral vision was on the side looking the way they cooked the takoyaki.

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We got the 2 sets of 6-set takoyakis- mayonnaise and green onion toppings and the cheese. I ruined the cheese on top.šŸ„² I forgot that I was taking pictures for the blog. But whatever, it will taste the same.

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The first bite sent me heaven. šŸ„²

It was worth the hot weather and enduring an all-day walk. A little smoke came out as I sliced it with my chopsticks. Oh, I cannot wait for it to cool down. So impatient of me! šŸ˜† This takoyaki was too good not to eat it right away. So I bite it and I got a burn on the top of my mouth. Ouch.

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Perfectly cooked! šŸ˜©

Golden brown exterior and a gooey inside. Almost like a batter but I know it was cooked. It had a deep smokey flavor and a bit salty. Every flavor has a purpose in this dish. Texture, temperature, taste- everything was chef's kiss.šŸ‘ŒšŸ»

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AHHHH the cheese string moment! šŸ˜†

I tried to pick the cheese on top of the takoyaki of the thought that it would just stay on its form. Oh, no-- it stretched soooo longšŸ˜† I did not wanted to touch the table or else, I will not experience the cheesy takoyaki, haha. We were giggling, pulling the cheese until I cannot function due to overlaughing. We looked ridiculous but hella fun. šŸ˜

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Laughing about cheese is ridiculous, but that made our takoyaki food trip a moment. The shop reminded us of yummy food, kind staff, and good laugh. It was about sharing the perfect bites to people who are your same insanity, haha. ā˜ŗļø Ahh~ I cannot wait for another takoyaki discovery~!ā˜ŗļø

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Ong, you're in Japan now Jiji? Wahhhh, that's amazing. Now you can have the authentic Japanese foods, uwu. That Takoyaki looks really good, iba talaga kapag gawang Japan na no? Ehehe

I was there for vacation. šŸ˜Yeah, everything is delicious. ā˜ŗļø

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I swear you're living every otaku's dream right now by trying the full jap experience šŸ„¹šŸ„¹ i wanna try really good takoyaki like that

Heheh. You should book on Sakura season! Just look out for the seat sales. šŸ˜‹

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I'm so jealous, I love takoyaki so much and the toppings on the photos you share looks amazing šŸ˜šŸ˜šŸ˜

Super delicious! šŸ˜

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