Thank you as always for reading! This is Kyosuke Nishida, manager of Uonobu Shokudo.
Today, I’d like to tell you about the special breadcrumbs we use at Uonobu Shokudo.
Since opening, we’ve been using breadcrumbs from Nakaya Breadcrumb Factory, a specialty maker—not mass-produced breadcrumbs. Why? Because we want to serve our fried shrimp in the best possible condition.
What is Nakaya Breadcrumb Factory?
Located in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Nakaya has been making breadcrumbs since 1955.
They supply about 900 restaurants across Japan, including tonkatsu shops, Western-style eateries, and butcher shops.
Remarkably, around 70% of Tokyo’s Michelin-listed tonkatsu restaurants use Nakaya’s breadcrumbs.
What sets Nakaya apart is that they bake bread specifically for breadcrumbs, ensuring tight quality control. Unlike commercial breadcrumbs, their custom-made variety is perfect for deep-fried dishes.
Why We Chose Nakaya Breadcrumbs
① Perfect Crunch with Sharp-Cut Flakes
Nakaya uses only the white part of the bread and forms clean, crisp flakes (called kendetate in Japanese).
Thanks to this, our fried shrimp has a crispy exterior and a plump, juicy interior.
② Oil Drains Well – Light on the Stomach
We fry in premium rice oil, but if breadcrumbs absorb too much oil, the dish can feel heavy.
Nakaya’s breadcrumbs release oil efficiently, giving our fried items a light, crunchy finish that customers love.
③ Sticks Perfectly to the Shrimp
Commercial breadcrumbs often fall off during frying due to uneven grains.
Nakaya’s breadcrumbs adhere tightly to the shrimp, keeping the coating intact even after deep-frying.
④ Always Fresh, Always Reliable
Nakaya bakes and grinds their own bread fresh in-house, delivering high-quality breadcrumbs directly.
Unlike store-bought ones that may lose flavor due to oxidation during distribution, Nakaya’s are consistently fresh—ensuring that our fried shrimp always tastes great.
Fried Shrimp Quality Starts with Breadcrumbs!
Our signature jumbo fried shrimp wouldn’t be the same without Nakaya’s breadcrumbs.
We never compromise on ingredients—because we want you to taste the very best.
Come enjoy our crispy, juicy fried shrimp wrapped in golden, artisan breadcrumbs!
📍 Uonobu Shokudo
✅ Address: 10-14 Idaminami-cho, Okazaki City, Aichi
✅ Hours: 11:00–14:30 / 17:00–21:30 (Closed Mondays, plus one extra day every other week)
✅ Phone: 0564-26-4119
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We look forward to serving you!
