About the Shop

Hello, travelers!
This is Maru, your SaruKuma writer 🙂

Today I’m excited to introduce you to a hidden gem located in Nankan Town, Tamana District, Kumamoto Prefecture,
“Shizukuya”.

It’s a takeout-only specialty shop for xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and ikinari dango (sweet potato dumplings) 😋

There are a few chairs and tables out front, so you can also enjoy your treats on the spot.

The shop is located along Prefectural Route 4 (the Tamana-Yame Line).
Parking is available right in front of the shop 🚙=꒱‧*

Inside the shop, you’ll also find roasted almonds, originally from Germany!

Roasted almonds: 500 yen per bag.
You can choose from a variety of flavors, including coffee, caramel, and chocolate!

The signature Nankan Xiaolongbao is just 70 yen each — incredibly affordable!

The jumbo size is aptly called Nankan Dairyuhou (Giant Soup Dumpling) at 300 yen each.

I’d never heard of a “Dairyuhou” before — what a discovery! 😍

You’ll also find takana (pickled mustard greens) and miso-flavored xiaolongbao, plus a Kumamon-shaped Dairyuhou that kids absolutely love!
Ikinari dango is also on the menu!

Their ikinari dango is reportedly very popular too ✨

Frozen items are also available, making them perfect souvenirs to take home 😊

They also offer four flavors of soft serve ice cream.

Recommended Menu

This time, I started with the Dairyuhou (Giant Soup Dumpling) ✨

It’s said to be four times the size of a regular xiaolongbao 😮
It is HUGE.

Piping hot and steaming!!!

Generously stuffed with Kumamoto’s prized Akaushi (red beef) 🐮

Packed with filling and bursting with the rich umami of Akaushi beef!
It’s seasoned to perfection, so you can enjoy it just as it is — no dipping sauce needed 😋

I also picked up regular xiaolongbao, takana xiaolongbao, and miso xiaolongbao!

Can you tell how wonderfully chewy and pillowy the carefully crafted dough is?!

And get this — every dumpling is wrapped by hand 💛

I especially recommend the takana xiaolongbao ✨

The slightly spicy pickled mustard greens pair beautifully with the meat 😋

The miso xiaolongbao is light and easy to eat — equally delicious!

With so many delicious flavors of xiaolongbao and dairyuhou to enjoy,
plus the popular ikinari dango, you have to give them a try ✨

Frequently Asked Questions

※Information is current as of the visit. Prices and hours are subject to change. Please confirm before visiting.