Hiroshima Food Guide: Okonomiyaki, Oysters and Momiji Manju

JGO! editorial team — WEBMARKS Inc. (Fujisawa, Kanagawa)

Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, oysters and momiji manju make a practical starting point for exploring Hiroshima’s food. The okonomiyaki is layered rather than mixed and includes cooked noodles; the named menus below let you compare specific noodle choices, toppings and listed prices. Oysters appear both as an okonomiyaki topping and as a separate grilled dish at one named branch, while momiji manju is a maple-leaf-shaped baked sweet associated with Miyajima.

The prices in this guide are those published on the named official menus and checked on 4 November 2026. Michan notes that prices differ by location, so use its menu as a comparison rather than a guarantee for every branch. Before travelling, check the official page for your chosen shop, then confirm its current menu, hours and reservation conditions directly; the menu pages do not establish those details.

1. What makes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki different?

JNTO describes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki as ingredients layered rather than mixed together, with cooked noodles included. That distinction helps when comparing it with another okonomiyaki style: the Hiroshima version described here is assembled in layers, and the noodle choice is part of the order. JNTO’s overview of Hiroshima food gives the general description, while a restaurant’s menu is the place to check the exact version and toppings available. (JNTO: Hiroshima)

Michan’s published menu lists both a soba, meat and egg okonomiyaki and an udon, meat and egg okonomiyaki at ¥960 each, including tax. The listed price is the same for those two versions, but the noodle choice differs, so decide which one you want before ordering. A smaller soba, meat and egg version is listed at ¥900 including tax. These are examples from Michan’s published menu, not a citywide standard or a promise that every branch charges the same amount. (Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

The menu also lists several additions and variations, including squid, shrimp, squid tempura, mochi, green onion and oysters. That makes the menu useful for comparing the shape of an order: you can begin with the standard soba or udon version, choose a listed variation, or ask staff about an ingredient before ordering. Michan links to English, Chinese and Korean versions of its menu, which can help you review the named options before you visit. (Michan: menu and language links)

A noodle addition is listed separately from the main okonomiyaki prices. Michan lists double noodles at ¥200 including tax, so a simple arithmetic example is the ¥960 soba, meat and egg item plus ¥200 for the listed addition, or ¥1,160 using those published amounts. Confirm with the restaurant that the combination is available at your chosen branch and that its current prices match; the example does not include a drink or side dish. (Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

If you have an allergy or dietary restriction, do not rely on a dish name alone to tell you every ingredient or how it is prepared. The official menu provides named choices and prices, but the information cited here does not give a full ingredient or allergen breakdown for every version. Ask the restaurant directly about the specific item you are considering.

2. Compare the published Michan menu

The table separates the listed okonomiyaki items from the side dishes on the Hatchobori main shop’s teppanyaki menu. All amounts below are the tax-included prices recorded from the official menus on 4 November 2026. Michan says prices vary by location; the teppanyaki menu also identifies its figures as examples from the Hatchobori main shop rather than prices that apply to every branch. Check the relevant menu and branch before setting a food budget. (Okonomiyaki menu; Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

The standard soba and udon meat-and-egg versions are the clearest like-for-like comparison in the published menu: they have the same listed price, with the noodle type as the named difference. The mini soba version is listed at ¥900, which is ¥60 less than the standard ¥960 soba version; the menu identifies it as “mini,” but the figures here do not specify a serving size or weight. If you want more noodles, the listed double-noodle addition is ¥200, and the restaurant should confirm how it applies to your chosen order. (Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

For a topping comparison, squid and shrimp are each listed at ¥1,310, while squid tempura is ¥1,220, mochi is ¥1,170 and green onion is ¥1,190. These figures show the prices of the named menu items, not the price of adding each ingredient to the standard dish. The menu also lists three special categories—special at ¥1,500, premium special at ¥1,830 and DX special at ¥2,030—but the price list alone is not a substitute for checking their detailed contents with the restaurant. (Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

The oyster okonomiyaki at ¥1,840 is a main-dish choice, while grilled oysters at ¥1,150 are listed on the separate Hatchobori teppanyaki menu. They are different menu items, not two prices for the same serving. If you are comparing them for an order, first decide whether you want oysters within the noodle-based okonomiyaki or a separate grilled-oyster dish, then confirm that the chosen branch offers the relevant item at the published price. (Okonomiyaki menu; Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

The Hatchobori teppanyaki menu gives more side-dish and drink comparisons. Alongside grilled oysters and kōne at ¥1,150 each, it lists gansu at ¥550, beef tendon with ponzu at ¥500, senjigara with ponzu at ¥600, Hiroshima greens kimchi at ¥500 and grilled offal at ¥1,050; listed drinks include Setoda lemon sour at ¥700 and hassaku cider at ¥600. The menu’s note matters for planning: these are Hatchobori main shop examples, and teppanyaki prices can differ by shop. (Michan: Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

3. Oysters: order them in the okonomiyaki or separately

JNTO describes Hiroshima oysters served in several forms, including raw, grilled and fried oyster set meals. That offers more than one way to include oysters in a meal, but it does not guarantee which preparations a particular restaurant will serve on a particular visit. Ask the restaurant what is available when you order, especially if you have a preference for a specific preparation. (JNTO: Hiroshima food)

At Michan’s Hatchobori main shop, the published teppanyaki menu lists grilled oysters at ¥1,150 including tax. It also lists kōne at ¥1,150 and gansu at ¥550, with other sides including beef tendon with ponzu at ¥500, senjigara with ponzu at ¥600, Hiroshima greens kimchi at ¥500 and grilled offal at ¥1,050. These are useful reference prices for comparing a separate side with the main okonomiyaki order, but they are specific to the named Hatchobori menu and may differ by shop. (Michan: Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

If you would rather have oysters as part of the main dish, the Michan okonomiyaki menu lists oyster, soba, meat and egg at ¥1,840 including tax. That is distinct from the ¥1,150 grilled-oyster side: the first is an oyster version of the listed okonomiyaki, while the second is a separate teppanyaki dish. Comparing the two prices is helpful for deciding what to order, but it does not establish that the dishes have the same portion size or composition. (Okonomiyaki menu; Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

For a simple ordering sequence, choose the okonomiyaki noodle type and toppings first, then check the teppanyaki list if you want a separate side. If you are considering more than one oyster item, ask the staff to confirm the current prices and what each dish includes before placing the order. Do not assume that the Hatchobori side-dish menu applies to another Michan location; the official listing explicitly notes shop-by-shop price differences. (Michan menus: okonomiyaki and teppanyaki; Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

4. Momiji manju and Yamada-ya shops on Miyajima and nearby

Momiji manju is a maple-leaf-shaped sweet made by baking a filling inside castella-style batter, according to JNTO. Yamada-ya’s official shop list gives three useful locations to compare: its Miyajima main shop, RAKU; its etto shop at Miyajimaguchi; and its Ohno Factory shop. Miyajima and Miyajimaguchi are separate locations, so check the address rather than choosing a shop name by memory. (JNTO: Hiroshima food; Yamada-ya: shop list)

Yamada-ya lists the Miyajima main shop, RAKU, at 835-1 Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi City, with published hours of 9:00–18:00 and no regular closing day shown. To plan a stop there, open the official Yamada-ya shop list and confirm the listing before setting out; the published information is a planning reference, not a guarantee that there will be no changes. You can also use this address search for the Miyajima shop to locate the listed address. (Yamada-ya: shop list)

The etto shop is listed at 1-11-8 Miyajimaguchi, Hatsukaichi City, with hours of 10:00–18:00 and closing days that follow the etto facility. This location is at Miyajimaguchi, not the Miyajima main shop address, so check which one fits your plans before navigating. The official listing is the place to verify its details, and this address search for the etto shop can help you identify the location. (Yamada-ya: shop list)

Yamada-ya’s Ohno Factory shop is listed at 2-10-52 Okishioya, Hatsukaichi City, with published hours of 9:00–18:00 and no regular closing day shown. The official shop information says the location is about 1 km from Ohno IC via National Route 2, around three minutes by car; use that as the supplied driving reference rather than assuming it describes a public-transport journey. Before choosing this shop, compare its address with your route and confirm the current listing. Search the Ohno Factory address on Maps. (Yamada-ya: shop list)

The Miyajima main shop also has a reservation calendar for a hand-baking experience. The calendar shows bookings up to three months ahead, and Yamada-ya lists 090-1354-0848 for enquiries, with telephone enquiry hours of 9:00–17:00. Check the calendar for the date you want and contact the operator to ask about the current price, duration and conditions: those details are not confirmed by the available booking-calendar information, and a calendar listing does not mean a place is available at every time. (Yamada-ya: hand-baking reservation calendar)

5. Make a simple Hiroshima food plan

Start with the official Michan okonomiyaki menu and compare the soba and udon meat-and-egg versions, both listed at ¥960 including tax. If you want a smaller listed option, the mini soba version is ¥900; if you are comparing variations, the menu also gives prices for named toppings and the oyster version. Decide what you want to ask about before arriving, then confirm the chosen branch’s current menu and prices directly, because Michan says prices vary by location and the menu page does not establish each branch’s visit-day hours or reservation requirements. (Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

If you are planning a separate oyster dish, check the Hatchobori main shop teppanyaki menu rather than assuming every Michan branch has the same side-dish list. It lists grilled oysters at ¥1,150, while the separate okonomiyaki menu lists an oyster, soba, meat and egg item at ¥1,840. Compare those as two different orders, and contact the restaurant if you need to confirm the current branch menu, ingredients or availability. (Michan: Hatchobori teppanyaki menu; okonomiyaki menu)

For a momiji manju stop, choose the Yamada-ya location that matches your plans: Miyajima, Miyajimaguchi or Ohno. Open the official shop list, check the address and published hours, and use an address search only after identifying the correct shop. The Miyajima main shop and Ohno Factory shop are listed as open year-round, while the etto shop’s closing days follow the facility; confirm the current information before you travel. (Yamada-ya: shop list)

If you want to try the hand-baking experience at the Miyajima main shop, check the reservation calendar for your date. Its booking range extends up to three months ahead, but the available information does not confirm the present price or duration. Call 090-1354-0848 between the listed enquiry hours of 9:00–17:00 to ask about the current cost, duration and conditions, and do not assume a date or time is available until you have checked it with the operator. (Yamada-ya: hand-baking reservation calendar)

This plan keeps the meal choices and the sweet stop distinct: first choose a specific okonomiyaki order, then decide whether a separate oyster side suits your meal, and finally select a Yamada-ya shop by address. Use the published prices as comparison points rather than a complete daily food budget, since drinks, sides and any other purchases add to the total. The official menus and shop list provide the actions to take before setting out: check the named menu, identify the branch or address, and confirm visit-day details with the operator.

6. Frequently asked questions

What makes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki different?

JNTO describes Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki as layered rather than mixed, with cooked noodles included. Michan’s menu shows that the noodle choice can be soba or udon in its listed meat-and-egg versions. Check the individual restaurant menu for the exact dish and price, since the general description does not make every shop’s menu identical. (JNTO: Hiroshima food; Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

How much does a Michan okonomiyaki cost?

On the menu checked on 4 November 2026, the soba and udon meat-and-egg versions are each listed at ¥960 including tax, while the mini soba version is ¥900. Other listed prices include ¥1,840 for the oyster soba, meat and egg version and ¥200 for double noodles. Michan states that prices differ by location, so confirm the current price with the branch you plan to visit. (Michan: okonomiyaki menu)

Do Hiroshima oysters only come as okonomiyaki?

No. JNTO describes Hiroshima oysters in forms that include raw, grilled and fried oyster set meals, while Michan’s Hatchobori main shop menu lists grilled oysters as a separate teppanyaki side. The restaurant’s available preparations may vary, so ask what is offered on your visit rather than assuming every form is available at every shop. (JNTO: Hiroshima food; Hatchobori teppanyaki menu)

What is momiji manju?

Momiji manju is a maple-leaf-shaped sweet made with castella-style batter around a filling, according to JNTO. Yamada-ya’s official shop list gives locations in Miyajima, Miyajimaguchi and Ohno, which can help you choose where to look for it. Ask the shop about the fillings and ingredients available when you visit, as the cited listing does not provide a current selection. (JNTO: Hiroshima food; Yamada-ya: shop list)

Can I try making momiji manju at Yamada-ya?

Yamada-ya provides a reservation calendar for the hand-baking experience at its Miyajima main shop, with booking dates shown up to three months ahead. Check the calendar for your specific date, then contact the operator if you need to ask about price, duration or conditions; those details are not confirmed by the calendar information cited here. The listed enquiry number is 090-1354-0848, with telephone enquiry hours of 9:00–17:00. (Yamada-ya: reservation calendar)

Which Yamada-ya address should I use?

Use the Miyajima main shop address, 835-1 Miyajima-cho, if that is the shop you intend to visit; the etto shop is at 1-11-8 Miyajimaguchi, and the Ohno Factory shop is at 2-10-52 Okishioya. The Miyajima and Miyajimaguchi addresses refer to different locations, so check the official shop list before opening a map or setting out. Confirm the published hours and closing information for your chosen shop against the official listing before your visit. (Yamada-ya: shop list)