Obsessed: The Rice Balls from Tokachi Musubi Are Pure Umami Magic
| Address | Food Truck / China Basin Park – SF Giants Game |
| Cuisine | Japanese Rice Ball |
| Parking | Street / Lot A Parking Lot |
| Highlight | IKURA CRAB MUSUBI |
Tokachi Musubi is a food truck owned by Erika Yokoyama Sanchez in the San Francisco Bay Area. I found them by happenstance while walking back to Lot A from a SF Giants game. They can normally be found at China Basin Park when a ballgame is going on!
The name Tokachi Musubi comes from the food truck owner’s hometown, Tokachi, Japan. Tokachi is in the Northeast region of Hokkaido, Japan. For those who were curious, Tokachi is known for its open landscapes, agricultural wealth, and natural hot springs. The moor hot springs is a highlight because it’s formed from peat rather than volcanic rock. With that said, it’s great for people with sensitive skin to help improve circulation and relieve fatigue without the harshness of high-sulfur or acidic springs.
Tokachi Musubi food truck wants to connect the people and communities through food as Erika Yokoyama Sanchez grew up eating o-musubi (rice balls) while in Tokachi, Japan. Connecting people with the food she loves is one of her goals when serving these delicious rice balls!
Since its creation in 2022, Tokachi Musubi has been featured by Off The Grid, Totsuba Talk Session in Hokkaido, and most recently on NTV’s “Going! Sports & News” in Japan!
Being in TV was fairly exciting because MiniTani, the Shohei Ohtani impersonator came across the food truck by chance.
Tropical Musubi
Cost: $6
Mango, Avocado, Lettuce, Rice, Nori, Sweet Chili Sauce
Sorry for the image here, it got jumbled a bit during the car ride. But it was pretty delicious for those who enjoy mango x avocado. The blend was enjoyable and would definitely order again.
This is a great item for vegetarians in my opinion!
Ikura Musubi
Cost $8
Salmon Roe, Lettuce, Rice, Nori
My absolute favorite out of every item on their menu. I love salmon roe and they always make this with love and care. They do not skimp on the roe! I would order more but I definitely need to limit myself, reminding myself that they come in big sizes.
Ten Musubi
Cost: $6
Shrimp, Wheat, Egg, Rice, Nori, Sweet & Spicy Sauce (Soy Sauce, Sugar, Sweet Sake)
My second favorite item! I love how they give big shrimps that they fry up and place on the rice ball.
Closing Remarks on Tokachi Musubi
Other honorable mentions that I have enjoyed historically is their Karaage (Chicken, Soy Sauce, Sweet Sake, Sugar, Ginger, Potato Starch, Garlic) and Edamame (Soybean, Salt). The Croquette Musubi is also fairly good as well! Eventually, I will try out other items on their menu. I’ve been eying their Tuna Corn Musubi for awhile but haven’t summoned the courage to give it a try.
Did you know that they offer catering? If you have a large party, definitely reach out to them!
For those who already enjoy Tokachi Musubi, let me know which rice ball you favor out of their menu items!
Check out other food locations I’ve been to here.
| Croquette Musubi (x2) | $12 |
| Ikura Musubi (x2) | $16 |
| Tropical Musubi (x2) | $12 |
| Ten Musubi (x2) | $12 |
| Subtotal (without Tax) | $52 |
Food trucks normally visit different locations and hours; I recommend checking Tokachi Musubi’s website and/or social media!
| Salesforce Tower – Off the Grid | 11 AM – 2 PM | 415 Mission St, San Francisco |
| Barebottle Brewing Company | 3:30 PM – 8PM | 1525 Cortland Ave, San Francisco |
| Levi’s Plaza – Off the Grid | 11 AM – 2 PM | 1105 Battery St, San Francisco |
| China Basin Park – SF Giants Games | 11 AM – 5 PM | 1 China Basin Park, San Francisco |