Omusubi, also known as onigiri, is a Japanese rice ball often formed into a triangle or oval shape and typically wrapped in nori (seaweed). It is made from cooked white rice seasoned with salt and may be filled with various ingredients such as pickled plum (umeboshi), salmon, or other fillings. Omusubi is a popular snack or meal item in Japan, valued for its portability, simplicity, and versatility. It can be found in convenience stores, bento boxes, and homemade lunches, making it a staple of Japanese cuisine.
In the much-anticipated episode of the NHK morning soap opera “Omusubi,” leading actress Kanna Hashimoto takes center stage as tensions rise within the storyline. In the latest scene released ahead…