9 Best Tried and True Japanese Frozen Takoyaki in 2022 (Nissui, Nissin Group (Shikoku), and More)

Nissui's Takoyaki with Green Onion and Soy Sauce Flavor has the authentic Kansai flavor with thick, fluffy dough and plenty of green onions seasoned with soy sauce.

Even before defrosting the takoyaki, the aroma of the green onions was strong, and as it warmed up, the fragrance of soy sauce wafted throughout the kitchen. Although there were more green onions than expected, its scent was not overwhelming and the soy sauce-flavored dough was a perfect match. The main ingredient, the octopus, is large and gives great texture!

This takoyaki was impressive in that it contained many ingredients, yet each ingredient worked perfectly together. It is delicious on its own, but you can also enjoy combining it with mayonnaise or ponzu vinegar to give it a different flavor. This is a must-try for both those who want to experiment with different toppings and those who prefer the authentic flavor!

JFDA's takoyaki features a thick creamy dough with three pieces of octopus in each ball! 

They are large enough that even a single piece will be filling and with three pieces of octopus per ball, you can enjoy great texture with lots of octopus. The cabbage's crunchy texture combined with the green onion's flavor drew high praise, as well as the soft and sweet chunky dough.

Some felt that the dough was packed too tightly and caused it to be dry. That being said, with a package that includes 50 pieces and each weighing about one ounce, you can throw a large party and have enough to satisfy everyone.

Handmade Takoyaki is produced by Nosui, a company that handles the processing and freezing of fish products. The takoyaki is made from ingredients that must be approved by the company's quality standards and are carefully hand-made and pre-cooked.

Our testers appreciated the chewy, soft texture and the tenderness of the dough. Its large size and satisfying texture made eating each piece highly enjoyable and pretty filling. It has a savory aroma and with green onion and red ginger, this takoyaki has an overall mild and pleasant taste. 

There are a couple of smaller cut pieces of octopus in each ball, which gives these takoyaki balls less texture overall. That being said, the smaller octopus bits make these easier to chew. 

This frozen takoyaki is sold by Shikoku Nissin Foods, a commercial food company. Although these takoyakis are smaller in size, the balance between the size of the octopus and the size of the dough is perfect.

What stood out to us most was the delicious flavor of the dough itself. Every time we bit into it, we were pleased by how its subtle buttery sweetness. While some criticized the unique flavor by saying it doesn't taste like takoyaki, it received high praise from our female testers, who said the sweetness made it easier to eat and even "feels like a light dessert." 

Although it is a bit lacking in flavor and density for a full meal, we recommend it for those who prefer a creamy-textured, gentle, sweet takoyaki and for those who want to serve it to small children.

Showa Frozen Foods' frozen takoyaki is a healthy takoyaki with plenty of cabbage and green onions. Because it doesn't have that heavy carby feel, this takoyaki makes a delicious accompaniment to rice.

The dough is enriched with umami from shavings of bonito, mackerel, and soda bonito, and it is delicious enough to eat as is without any dipping sauce. It also goes great with a refreshing sauce such as ponzu (a Japanese condiment made from citrus juice).

The octopus is not particularly large, but it is very chewy and can be tough for some. The dough also has a firmer texture, perhaps because it is packed so tightly, so we recommend it for those who want to enjoy a firmer takoyaki.

Gottsu Umai Takoyaki is a product sold by Table Mark, which is famous for its frozen foods and packaged rice. The takoyaki is flavored with a hint of dashi (Japanese soup stock), which gives the takoyaki a rich flavor.

We were impressed that the outside of these takoyaki was left crispy and savory even when cooked in the microwave. It is on the smaller side, but the filling is very satisfying with a creamy texture. The texture of the red ginger in the creamy dough adds a nice contrast to the takoyaki as well.

Many of our testers wished the octopus were a bit bigger, as they were convinced that would make the takoyaki taste much better. That being said, we recommend trying this product if you're looking for a rich and creamy dough.

Nissui's frozen takoyaki, loved by many, has a rich flavor with all the critical ingredients for deliciousness: green onions, fried batter bits, and ginger.

The moment you bite into this takoyaki, the dough melts into your mouth. Among the ingredients, the ginger accentuates the flavor most, making it a great snack for adults. The size of the octopus is rather small, but it has a good octopus-to-dough ratio. But since these are not very filling, we recommend eating them as a quick snack rather than as a meal.

Okamoto Food's takoyaki is made with Japanese cabbage, eggs, and chives. It's marketed as a convenient stock food item as they come in large packs of 40 pieces.

Unlike other products, these takoyaki balls are half-circles, making them easy to cook without rolling around when defrosting. However, they were lacking in octopus as they were a bit small. 

Some balls contained only the thin end of the legs, and many of our testers were disappointed. That being said, the dough is blended with the delicious flavor of dashi (flavored fish stock), giving the filling a rich flavor.

The most distinguishable feature of these takoyakis are how big and fluffy they are. Their exterior is nice and crisp while the inside is filled with creamy dough. 

While we gave this product points for insisting on quality local ingredients, the amount of octopus in relation to the dough was much too small. The flavor of the dough received mixed reviews as well, with some loving how creamy and smooth it was and others noting it felt a bit thick and powdery.