We made GIANT Rice Crackers in Japan’s Senbei Factory! 🇯🇵🍘

We made GIANT Rice Crackers in Japan’s Senbei Factory! 🇯🇵🍘

🇯🇵 Making Giant Senbei at Japan’s Rice Cracker Kingdom! Traditional Japanese Rice Cracker Experience in Niigata

Discover how to make traditional Japanese rice crackers (senbei) at Niigata’s famous Kuriyama Beika factory! Join us as we explore Japan’s rice capital and create giant hand-made senbei using traditional methods, soy sauce painting, and authentic grilling techniques.

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Welcome to Rice Cracker Kingdom
00:21 Senbei Making Process
02:13 Soy Sauce Art Challenge
04:08 Final Reveal
05:27 Bonus Flavors & Tasting

📍 LOCATION DETAILS
Niigata Senbei Okoku (Rice Cracker Kingdom)
Address: 2661 Niizaki, Kita Ward, Niigata, 950-3134, Japan

⏰ OPERATING HOURS
• Open: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• Closed: Thursdays
• Last entry: 3:30 PM for senbei making experience

💡 EXPERIENCE DETAILS
Cost: ¥1,800 for Super Size Rice Cracker Experience
Duration: 45 minutes

Includes:
• Choice of heart or round senbei shape
• Grilling instructions
• Soy sauce painting materials
• Special seasonings
• Take-home packaging
• Bonus flavored crackers

🌟 BONUS FLAVORS
• Yuzu
• Mentaiko mayo
• Cheese
• Shrimp
• Seaweed salt

✈️ TRANSPORTATION
From Tokyo Station:
• Joetsu Shinkansen to Niigata Station (2 hours)
• Cost: ¥10,000 – ¥13,500 one-way
• JR Pass valid for this route

🗾 WHY VISIT NIIGATA
• Japan’s premier rice-producing region
• Famous sake breweries
• Beautiful onsens and hot springs
• Pristine beaches
• Powder snow resorts
• World-renowned Koshi Hikari rice

📝 PRO TIPS
• Book in advance during peak seasons
• Best visited in spring/fall
• Combine with onsen visit
• Perfect for families and food enthusiasts

🔗 MORE CONTENT
• Niigata Onsen Guide: https://youtu.be/iVIJv7eATpc
• Blog: https://chasingthechungs.com/2024/12/13/100-vs-600-onsen-japan-budget-luxury-hot-springs/
• Instagram: @chasing.jenny

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