This translation was prepared with AI assistance and reviewed by the editorial team.
Potama is a warm Okinawan pork-and-egg rice sandwich: luncheon meat and omelette are held between rice and nori, with classic or shop-limited fillings. Fukuoka has three official branches at Akasaka, Momochihama and Hakata Marui.
It works well for breakfast or takeaway, but the three branches have different hours, local specials and delivery services. Hakata Marui is the easiest before a train; Momochihama fits a Fukuoka Tower visit; Akasaka is convenient from Tenjin and Daimyo.
Fukuoka branches at a glance
Official shop and menu pages checked on 23 July 2026.
| Akasaka | 07:00–20:00; 1 minute from Akasaka Station Exit 2 |
|---|---|
| Momochihama | 08:00–19:00; TNC Broadcasting Center 1F |
| Hakata Marui | 07:00–21:00; Hakata Marui 1F beside Hakata Station |
| Basic Potama | ¥450 in the July 2026 Japanese article |
| Standard flavours | Oil miso, takana, mentaiko mayo, bonito-kelp, ume and tuna mayo |
What to order first
Start with plain Potama to understand the salty pork, soft egg, rice and nori balance. Standard flavours were listed at ¥550 and special items at ¥750 in the July 2026 article, but verify the display before ordering.
Each Fukuoka branch also has local items. Akasaka lists seared mentaiko and crispy chicken skin, Momochihama has beef-butter and plum-shiso pork rolls, and Hakata Marui has Hakata motsu stir-fry, Hanamidori chicken meatball and grilled mackerel with spicy takana.
Choose the right branch
- Hakata Marui: best for early breakfast, train connections and central takeaway.
- Akasaka: easiest from central Tenjin, Daimyo and Akasaka hotels.
- Momochihama: pair with Fukuoka Tower, the city museum or the beach area.
- For delivery, verify the app shown on the individual shop page; coverage depends on your address.
Ordering and dietary notes
Menus use photographs and product names, but limited items can sell out. Pork and egg are core ingredients, and fillings can contain fish, wheat, soy, dairy or mayonnaise. This is not a halal or vegetarian meal unless the shop confirms a suitable current product.
Fresh rice and egg are best eaten promptly. If taking food onto a train or flight, keep it out of heat and avoid carrying it for an extended period.
Delivery coupon warning
Referral codes and delivery-app coupons can change, may require a first order and can be restricted by area or account. Read the final price, delivery charge, minimum order and expiry inside the app before confirming.
Official confirmation
Check the official shop list and official menu for live hours and products.
Plan an easy Fukuoka meal
Combine Potama with breakfast, sightseeing or delivery information.
