Okonomiyaki Omoni/お好み焼 オモニ

—Tsuruhashi, Osaka. A district filled with the rich aroma of grilled meat. And hidden within, there it is—the renowned okonomiyaki restaurant, *Omoni*. 

As I stop in my tracks, a sizzling sound echoes from the teppan grill, and the irresistible scent of grilled batter tickles my nose. This... this is promising.  

Stepping inside, I find an old, well-worn menu hanging on the wall. Yes, this is the kind of atmosphere I love.

I take my seat and order the classic *Omoni-yaki*. They say the batter is packed with yam, pork, squid, and shrimp. Sounds perfect.  

After a short wait, the fluffy okonomiyaki arrives on the hot grill before me. 

The skilled hands of the staff brush on the sauce, releasing a sweet and savory aroma. Yes, this is it.  

I take a bite. *Fluffy... and chewy!* The batter is unbelievably light, yet packed with umami.  

The texture of the ingredients adds a pleasant contrast. The richness of mayonnaise, the sweetness of the sauce, and the fragrance of aonori seaweed all come together in perfect harmony. 

Oh, this is... dangerously good. My hands won’t stop.  

The okonomiyaki sizzles gently on the teppan, almost as if it’s alive. I silently continue eating. This isn’t just a meal—it’s a battle. 

Both my stomach and my soul are completely satisfied. The essence of Osaka’s okonomiyaki culture, fully experienced.

📍3-3-2 Momodani, Ikuno-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 544-0034, Japan