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Hello, travelers!

This is Binako, a Sarukuma writer,
feeling all warm and fuzzy after watching videos of my kid!

Today I’m introducing a hidden gem
located in Toshima, Higashi Ward, Kumamoto City:
“Okazuya Oishinbo”.

Look for the cheerful red signboard with its cute lettering — that’s your landmark!

Convenient parking is available right beside the shop!

Inside, you’ll find a beautiful lineup of homemade bento boxes (Japanese boxed lunches).

Daily Special Ⓐ — 390 yen
Daily Special Ⓑ — 390 yen

Yes, you read that right — daily bento for under 400 yen. Unbelievable value!

And here’s the
Omelet Bento — 430 yen
For every bento, you can choose your rice: brown rice, white rice, five-grain rice, or millet rice.
All four options are included.
And best of all — no matter which rice you pick, the price stays the same.

Tonkatsu Curry (Pork Cutlet Curry) — 361 yen
Gyudon (Beef Bowl) — 350 yen
Chicken Doria — 350 yen

For those craving something hearty, the rice bowls have you covered.

There are also plenty of side dishes (okazu) starting from just 100 yen,
so you can fill up your tray without breaking the bank!

With this many delicious side dishes on offer,
it’s the perfect spot if you just want something tasty to pair with your rice at the hotel.
And the prices? Almost too good to be true.

The shiso-leaf-fried sardines are only 80 yen!
How is that even possible?!

Onigiri (Rice Balls) — 60 yen each.
That’s way cheaper than any Japanese convenience store!
In the back, you’ll even find handmade cookies for just 100 yen.

Right by the entrance, there’s even a bench and
complimentary free coffee for customers.
Such warm, generous hospitality — it really moved me!

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Phone reservations are also welcome.
With such a wide variety of bento on offer, it’s a great idea to call ahead
and reserve your favorite if you have a specific visit planned.

Today, I went with the
Daily Special Ⓐ — 390 yen.

Look at all those side dishes for just 390 yen…
Thank you so much!!!

The fish is incredibly tender and flakes apart beautifully — absolutely delicious.
The seasoning is simple yet deeply flavorful,
the kind of side dish that makes you want more rice.

The katsu is wonderfully tender, with the flavor cooked right into the meat —
so soft you could keep eating forever.
Despite being deep-fried, it’s not greasy at all. Just perfect.

The brown rice has that satisfying, slightly chewy texture I love,
bursting with natural umami.

Truly delicious from start to finish.
Being able to choose your rice really does make all the difference!

And there’s even a little dessert included after the meal!
How thoughtful is that?
From the very first bite to the last, every detail of this bento is a joy.

If you’re visiting Kumamoto, do yourself a favor and stop by — you won’t regret it!

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