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Ikayaki
The chewy dough meets the popping texture of the squid. Its simple, savory dashi-infused flavor is strangely addictive. Osaka-style Ikayaki is different from grilled squid on a skewer. It is a 'konamon' made by pressing a batter of flour, dashi, and squid between two hot iron plates to create a flat, pressed cake. It is said to have originated as a snack for senbei (rice cracker) artisans. The flavor was popularized by Hanshin Department Store, which opened in 1957. Marketed as 'Hanshin's Specialty Ikayaki,' it became a famous item selling over 10,000 pieces a day in the basement snack park. Break it in half while it's piping hot and enjoy it with eager bites. If you find yourself in Umeda, this is a piece you must try.
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