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Japanese Armpit Rice Balls: A Weird Yet Popular Culinary Trend!
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Japanese Armpit Rice Balls: A Weird Yet Popular Culinary Trend!

Japan's beloved onigiri, the classic rice ball, is taking a bizarre turn. Restaurants are serving up a new version with a unique molding technique – armpits! Social media is abuzz with reports of young women shaping the rice balls using their armpits, with some establishments even claiming the sweat adds a special touch. Japan, known for its unique culinary culture, has introduced a strange twist to one of its oldest snacks, the beloved rice ball, or onigiri. Traditionally shaped by hand and filled with tasty combinations of vegetables and meat, these on-the-go snacks have been a staple for centuries. But now, a new trend has emerged – the use of armpits to shape these rice balls! Yes, you read that right. Young women are now using their armpits instead of their hands to knead and s...