The sweat-infused rice balls, shaped using armpits, are reportedly being sold at ten times the price of their regular counterparts in Japan.
Rice balls, known as onigiri, are a famous traditional food item in Japan, but this humble dish is making headlines due to a new culinary twist. According to reports, the latest version of this dish, which many are purchasing at a high price, is infused with sweat. Furthermore, these unique rice balls are reportedly given their iconic triangular shape using armpits.
According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP), in this bizarre twist on onigiri, young women use their armpits to shape the rice balls.
How are these new rice balls made?
The women preparing the rice balls adhere to a stringent and meticulous hygiene protocol. According to the South China Morning Post, they thoroughly disinfect the body parts that will come into contact with the food. Following this, they produce sweat and use their armpits, rather than their hands, to shape the rice balls. Some restaurants even publicly showcase this unique preparation method, allowing customers to witness the process firsthand. This new version of the traditional onigiri is reportedly selling at prices ten times higher than its conventional counterparts.
According to the South China Morning Post, a diner who sampled this new version stated that it tastes no different or distinctive from the usual flavor of rice balls.
How is social media reacting?
People quickly took to social media to share their opinions, leading to a diverse and heated debate. One person commented, “These rice balls can satisfy the taboo desires of some individuals; as long as they are hygienic, there is no harm.”