Dig into teppanyaki and scoop Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki onto your plate with an iron spatula.

The sizzling teppanyaki is one of the best ways to satisfy your taste buds in the cold winter months. Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, made primarily with batter and cooked on both sides with pork, eggs, and noodles, is an affordable and filling Japanese comfort food. This everyday flour-based dish, which Hiroshima locals eat once or twice a week, offers a crispy exterior and a tender, juicy center. Despite its simple ingredients, it delivers pure, delicious flavors.

The preparation of Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki is largely similar, but diners can customize it with their favorite toppings. Among the variations, the "meat, egg, and noodle" version is the most popular. To make the perfect Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, start by using a ladle to spread the batter in a circle on a preheated teppan—this step requires skill to form a neat, round shape. Depending on the recipe, sprinkle bonito flakes, kelp powder, and a generous amount of shredded cabbage, then scatter chopped squid, green onions, and bean sprouts. Next, layer thin slices of pork to tie all the flavors together.

While the batter is cooking, stir-fry the pre-boiled noodles on the teppan. Then, use a spatula to transfer all the toppings onto the noodles. The chewiness of the noodles adds texture to the okonomiyaki and enhances the feeling of satiety. The final step is brushing the okonomiyaki with a special sweet-and-salty sauce and topping it with mayonnaise for a smoother flavor.

If you find the process too complicated, simply head to one of the most popular okonomiyaki restaurants to indulge. Enjoy the thrill of slicing through the okonomiyaki with a small iron spatula on the teppan and popping it straight into your mouth. Mizchan, with its multiple branches, is one of the oldest and most iconic Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki shops, holding a revered place in the local food scene. The shop serves over 400 okonomiyaki daily and has expanded into various merchandise, including microwave-ready takeout sets, sauces, aprons, and spatulas of different sizes—perfect for recreating the Hiroshima flavor at home.

Another popular spot, Wakatakayasan, is the largest Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki restaurant in the city. Its spacious dining area can accommodate up to 220 guests at once, ensuring a comfortable and private space even for large groups or parties. The interior is designed to resemble a street-food stall, exuding a nostalgic Showa-era vibe and resembling a small food-themed park. The signature dish here is seafood okonomiyaki loaded with squid and shrimp. For something even more unique, try the taiyaki-style okonomiyaki with giant prawns—it’s guaranteed to delight any seafood lover.

Address: 6-7 Hatchobori, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Phone: 082-221-5438
Hours: 11:00–15:30, 16:30–21:00
Transportation: Get off at Hatchobori Station on the Hiroshima Electric Railway and walk 4 minutes.
Website: www.okonomi.co.jp/

Wakatakayasan
Address: 9-30 Honcho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Phone: 082-541-0909
Hours: 10:30–24:00
Transportation: Get off at "Tachimachi" Station on the Hiroshima Electric Railway and walk 5 minutes.
Website: www.ccv.ne.jp/home/wakataka/

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