Japanese Pancake Now Comes In A 300 Yen Bun

By Karmen on 27 Dec 2019

Digital Editor

Anyone who has tried thick and fluffy Japanese pancakes will know how they have the power to propel you into a dreamlike trance of pure joy! ?

As delectable as Japanese pancakes are, they can be quite pricey and you'll have to go to specific sit-down restaurants to indulge in one.

What if you could simply whip out a budget-friendly Japanese pancake from your bag and eat it on-the-go? ?

Keep reading to find out more!

Japanese confectionary maker Imuraya and Morinaga collaborated to release the new Hot Cake Bun! Inspired by Chinese steamed buns and Japanese pancakes, this creation combines the best of two worlds.

Photo from Imuraya

It is sold nationwide in Japan except for the Hokkaido and Kyushu regions in packs of two for 300 yen (~S$3.71). That's a fraction of the cost of a regular Japanese pancake! ?

Photo from Imuraya

The bun measures a good 2.3 cm thick with a round and fluffy bun made of eggs and milk and a centre filled with Canadian maple syrup and butter. Pop the buns into the microwavable for a few seconds for a steaming treat that tastes like it's a freshly made pancake! ?

Photo from Imuraya

Each bun contains 193 kilocalories and should be kept refrigerated. The bun also has the typical brown top of a pancake imprinted on the top of the bun so it looks just like a traditional pancake! ?

Photo from Imuraya

This treat will be available from 14 January 2020. If you're travelling to Japan during this period or know someone who is, lucky you! ?

Although Imuraya hasn't released much details on where it will be available or if it's a limited edition release, we're guessing that they will be sold at convenience stores and grocery stores across Japan. If you want to stay updated on this pancake bun, follow their Facebook and Instagram!