Get into the Japanese craze with Tamayaki

MANILA, Philippines - Where there is a Japanese food joint in the Philippines, you can be sure that there is always a long line that comes with it. Whether it’s the traditional sushi and sashimi, yakiniku, katsu or ramen, Filipinos have long had a deep fixation for Japanese food. Now, get ready for the newest, hippest, most exciting Japanese food craze to hit town, as Tamayaki brings the cool takoyaki experience to the Filipino diners and enterprisers alike.

Takoyaki is a ball-shaped Japanese snack made with wheat-flour batter, stuffed with diced octopus, shredded greens, and topped with bonito flakes and a special sweet and savory sauce. Developed in Osaka, takoyaki has quickly grown from a traditional Japanese street food fare to a celebrated snack favored by the young and the trendy.

Fast food: Tamayaki’s takoyaki comes in this convenient, ready-to-eat box.

With branches found in Kauala Lumpur, Taipei, Sydney, and with over 200 branches in China, Tamayaki has made the takoyaki a global phenomenon. With a quicker, more efficient preparation via its patented induction-heating device which yields more takoyaki in a shorter amount of time, Tamayaki has made the traditionally hand-prepared food an instant treat. And matching it with a great assortment of filling choices: from mussels, steak, squid to creamy cheese, Tamayaki certainly brings a whole new spin to the well-rounded dish.

Cool spot: Tamayaki’s storefronts and kiosks feature hip and cool Japanese anime characters that add to the fun spirit of the brand.

Its innovative and dynamic store design and layout also helps gain its legion of followers. Inspired by Japan’s anime and manga craze, the Tamayaki storefronts feature an army of cute cartoon characters, giving the brand an edge that captures the appetites and the imaginations of young and old diners alike. Add to that its wide array of tea-based beverage choices that are just so refreshing and fun to sip.

So, when opting for a fresh dining adventure, or looking forward to an exciting business venture, get into the newest Japanese craze as served up by Tamayaki. With franchise packages starting at P750,000, you can start your own young and hip new biz.

For information, visit Tamayaki Philippines Facebook site at facebook.com/TamayakiPH, or follow on Instagram @TamayakiPH.