Japan's onigiri shops get a makeover with innovative offerings

Artistic rice balls with lavish toppings attract locals, visitors alike

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Onigiri Konga, a rice ball specialty shop at Haneda Airport, is popular with international travelers. (Photo by Hayato Sawa)

HAYATO SAWA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan's soul food, onigiri, the humble rice ball, is getting a makeover in Japan. Specialty shops are offering a variety of savory toppings and innovative fillings, such as seared meat and even carbonara.

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