Sohonke Mehariya

Mehari-zushi, a rice ball wrapped in a pickled takana leaf, is the Kumano area’s local food. It is said that it was named “Mehari (eyes wide open)” because people were surprised by its flavor and size.

At Sohonke Mehariya, established in 1962, Mehari-zushi are made a little smaller in size, making it easier for women and the elderly to eat. Since the Mehari-zushi is made to order, the sauce is well blended into the warm rice, enhancing its flavor. The takana stem dressed with soy sauce-based sauce inside the rice ball is also a perfect addition.

In addition to Mehari-zushi, a variety of other dishes such as kushikatsu (fried pork on sticks) and Kishu tuna are also available. The oden with a special secret miso sauce is a must-try.

Photos

Four pieces of Mehari-zushi wrapped in takana for one person.

Mehari Tenmusu with shrimp tempura and more variations are available.

A la carte dishes such as fresh tuna from Kishu Katsuura.

Mehari Set Meal A : Mehari-zushi, grated yam, dried sardines, and pork miso soup

Delicious oden with secret miso sauce.

Operating near Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine.

Details

Name in Japanese: 総本家めはりや新宮本店
Postal Code: 647-0006
Address: 5-6 Yakushimachi, Shingu City, Wakayama
Telephone: 0735-21-1238
Holiday: Wednesdays
Hours: 11:00am-10:00pm（L.O.9:00pm）
Budget: Lunch 1,000 yen and up, Dinner 2,500 yen and up
Directions: About 12 minutes on foot from JR Kisei Honsen Line, Shingu Station.
Credit Cards: Accepted
Official Website: Official Website (Japanese)