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Steamed Buns
中華まん
“A warm, fluffy cloud holding a delicious secret.”
A soft, hot steamed bun that typically holds a pocket of rich, flavorful filling. Perfect for warming your hands and your stomach on a chilly day.
- Best Eaten Hot
- Street Food Vibe
- Comforting
The Inside Scoop
Did you know?
Originally from China, Japan adapted these steamed buns to include an endless variety of fillings. In winter, the glowing steamer display cases at convenience stores are a beacon of hope for freezing pedestrians.
How to eat
- 1These are found in the glowing steamer case next to the register. Do not open the case yourself. Just point and say, 'Kore, onegaishimasu' (This one, please).
- 2Be sure to peel off the small paper circle on the bottom before taking a bite!
- 3Take a small first bite — the filling inside can be extremely hot.
- 4Grab a napkin, as the rich filling can sometimes spill out as you eat.