[Event Report]


🍙 “The World’s No.1 Onigiri Master & Handmade Soba Night 🌙”



[Onigiri Taro’s First Pop-Up Event in London]


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On the 10th and 11th of October, we hosted a two-day offline event at WASO.


Onigiri Taro — often described on social media as the world’s best onigiri craftsman — collaborated with WASO for this special pop-up.


The way he shapes freshly cooked rice with his bare hands has become a sensation, attracting attention from around the world through pop-up events, television, and social media.


At this event, guests enjoyed a special course combining Taro’s onigiri with handmade soba prepared by a chef trained at a Michelin-listed restaurant. 🍙🇬🇧


It was Taro’s very first pop-up event in London, and for all of us at WASO, it became an unforgettable experience.


[We welcomed a total of 26 guests, from adults to children!]


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Over the course of two days, we held a total of four sessions.
Although it was a last-minute special event, guests of all ages and nationalities visited the WASO warehouse.


Normally closed to the public, WASO opened its doors to offer a unique dining experience — a special course featuring onigiri, handmade soba, and Japanese sake. 🍙🥢🍶


【Event Details】


Venue: WASO [73 Vallance Road, London, E1 5BW]
Date & Time: Four sessions (8 seats per session)


【Menu】


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  • 🍙Freshly made salted onigiri prepared live by Onigiri Taro

  • 🥢Three small plates of handmade soba by a chef trained at a Michelin-recognised restaurant

  • 🐟Assorted sashimi platter

  • 🌾DIY “Tawara Onigiri” experience – choose your favourite fillings using WASO’s ingredients, guided by Onigiri Taro (as featured by Takuya Kimura!)

  • 🍶Selection of Japanese sake

  • 🎁Special gift to take home

  • 📸Photography is allowed