All Reviews of Pork Tamago Onigiri – Makishi Market Branch

Potama is a famous onigiri specialty shop in Okinawa, known for combining luncheon meat with tamagoyaki, white rice, and a seaweed wrap. It’s a simple combination, but it has a distinctive Okinawan character! The onigiri looks plump and substantial and feels quite hefty in your hand. The savory luncheon meat pairs with the soft and tender tamagoyaki and piping-hot white rice, creating a mix of salty and sweet flavors that’s simple yet satisfying.

The Makishi Market branch is near Kokusai Street in Naha, making it a convenient stop while shopping. It’s great for breakfast or lunch, or just when you want a quick bite during your trip! However, there may be a line during busy hours, so it’s a good idea to allow some extra time.

When visiting Okinawa, besides eating sea grapes and Okinawa soba, don’t forget to try this local-style onigiri! The ingredients may seem ordinary, but together they create a memorable flavor. The next time I visit Okinawa, I’d like to try some of Potama’s other varieties!

One of the most unforgettable foods from this trip was definitely Okinawan onigiri. Ever since I had my first one in American Village, I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. It truly deserves its reputation as an incredibly popular local favorite.

Although it looks like just rice wrapped in nori, it's paired with a thick, tender Japanese omelet and a variety of main fillings. Each one is made fresh and served piping hot, and every bite is pure happiness. I especially recommend trying the classic Okinawan bitter melon flavor. The slightly bitter, crisp texture goes surprisingly well with the meat and egg combination.

If you want to experience the lively atmosphere of the popular original location, you can line up at Makishi Public Market. If you're short on time, you can also easily get one at the airport branch on your way home, which is very convenient. I strongly recommend making time to try it when visiting Okinawa. The flavor is simple yet unforgettable, and I still couldn't stop thinking about it after leaving.

A super popular shop in Okinawa known for its freshly made rice balls~ Its signature item combines traditional Okinawan canned luncheon meat (Spam) and a thick, freshly fried omelet, sandwiched between chewy Niigata-grown Koshihikari rice and specially selected nori. Each one is made to order and still piping hot when you get it. It’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, savory, and full of flavor—a classic Okinawan street food you have to try.

One of Okinawa's most popular must-try foods, Potama Pork and Egg Onigiri at the Makishi Market flagship location!
The made-to-order onigiri was piping hot when I got it, with the aroma of nori wafting up. The thick, juicy Spam paired with a tender fried egg, crispy fried shrimp, cheese, and shiso created layers of texture that really impressed me! Paired with a refreshing lemon specialty drink, it was absolutely delicious, whether for brunch or an energy boost while shopping!

This is a famous local Okinawan rice ball. It looks simple, but the first bite pleasantly surprised me. The chewy white rice is paired with thick slices of meat, tender egg, fried shrimp, and seaweed. Every bite is layered with savory flavors and incredibly satisfying.