“Are there lots of places for street food in Kinosaki Onsen? And how late are they open?”
That’s the kind of thing you wonder about, right!
Before I visit any hot spring town, I always check whether the town is big enough and whether there are street‑food spots to enjoy.
And Kinosaki Onsen definitely delivers—it has a large hot spring town with plenty of places for food hopping!
After visiting many different hot spring towns, Kinosaki Onsen has actually become my personal No.1 favorite.
You want crab, but you also can’t miss the classic sweets and savory bites, right?
For those who want it all, here’s a full roundup of Kinosaki Onsen’s street‑food delights!
We’ve gathered everything—opening hours, closed days, and even prices of popular menu items—so by reading this article, your trip prep will be flawless◎
From kaniyaki, kaniman, and crab cream croquettes to pudding, gelato, and menchi‑katsu…
Kinosaki Onsen is packed with shops offering all kinds of sweets and gourmet treats—so where should you start?
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Famous Crab Specialties
What?! Crab?!
But actually, it’s a Japanese sweet shaped like a crab—something like a dorayaki or imagawayaki.
The crispy batter filled with plenty of sweet red bean paste is irresistibly delicious!
Why is kamaboko (fish cake) always so delicious?
When it comes to street food, kamaboko is definitely a classic!
On Kinosaki Onsen’s street‑food lane, you can even find crab kamaboko.
If you’re visiting Kinosaki, this is one treat you absolutely have to try!
How about a rice ball made with seasoned rice infused with the rich flavor of crab?
Since there are so many street‑food shops in Kinosaki Onsen, it’s fun to skip lunch and instead fill up on kani okowa—then continue your food‑hopping adventure with more gourmet bites and sweets!
*Available only from October to March (seasonal item).
At the souvenir shop’s storefront, you’ll find kani‑man (crab buns) and doteman for sale.
On a cold day, nothing tastes better than a steaming hot kani‑man!
Cream croquettes always feel like such a guilty pleasure, don’t they?
And with Matsuba crab inside—this one is guaranteed to be delicious!!!
Just be careful not to burn your mouth on the piping hot, creamy filling!
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Cute & Photogenic Sweets
A specialty shop famous for its tamago pan—so popular that long lines form every day.
I just want to eat freshly baked tamago pan!
If that’s you, I recommend reserving online in advance.
That way, you can skip most of the waiting and grab your bread more easily!
Originally a karintō (fried sweet snack) shop, but the pudding sold at the storefront has become a huge hit.
I’m not usually a fan of firm puddings,
but the Yuagari Pudding was surprisingly silky and smooth—it melted in my mouth and was absolutely delicious!
Why is ichigo daifuku (strawberry mochi) always so irresistible?
The sweet‑tart strawberry, the smooth red bean paste, and the chewy mochi all come together perfectly.
*Available only from late November to mid‑May. Sold exclusively at the storefront.
From left in the photo: Yu‑meguri Pudding, Beppin Panna Cotta, and Miharashi Tiramisu.
Not only are the packages adorable—the names are cute too ♡
You’ll definitely want to take photos with these while wearing a yukata!
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This is the original spot! Experience making your own jiggly onsen tamago!
The eggs are cooked using natural hot spring water, made with Mr. Nishigaki’s organic local eggs—delicious and a little different from ordinary ones. They’re wonderfully jiggly yet full of flavor.
You can adjust the boiling time to your liking (soft‑boiled, medium, or hard‑boiled). The secret to their taste can be discovered at Chaya’s main store.
Even after cooling, the eggs stay jiggly, so you can take them back to your ryokan and enjoy them later as a snack with drinks.
Note: Bringing your own eggs to the hot spring egg spot is not allowed. Please purchase eggs at Chaya.
Soy‑milk donuts feel healthier than regular ones, so honestly I like to think they’re zero calories… (of course, they’re not).
Freshly fried donuts taste like pure guilty happiness, don’t they!!!
Filling Street Food Classics
This is another popular spot. In a stylish café setting, you can enjoy a hamburger made with the premium local brand beef, Tajima‑gyu.
Go ahead—take a big bite and savor it!
The Tajima beef from Ueda Chikusan, run by master butcher Mr. Ueda, has won awards at numerous competitions.
It’s so popular that even their online shop often sells out!
This exquisite menchi‑katsu is absolutely worth trying on site in Kinosaki.
They also sell the limited‑edition Kinosaki Crab Bun, but my personal recommendation is definitely the Tajima Beef Bun!
Remember nure senbei (soft rice crackers) from years ago?
I used to really like them, but they’ve become harder to find lately…
This is a slightly moist version of okaki (bite‑sized rice crackers).
If you’re wondering, “Moist… rice crackers??” then you should definitely give them a try at least once!
You’ll be amazed at the sheer variety of okaki lined up here.
The packaging is super cute too, so they make wonderful souvenirs that anyone would be happy to receive!
And finally…
Thank you so much for reading all the way to the end!
So, what did you think? Did you find a shop that caught your eye?
Kinosaki Onsen is truly a paradise for food lovers—whether you’re craving crab, sweets, or hearty bites, the streets are full of delicious options to explore!
Kinosaki Onsen is the perfect spot for fun and delicious street‑food adventures!
When you visit Kinosaki, be sure to stop by and enjoy these tasty treats.
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