fish cake with swirl

Narutomaki is a type of fish cake with a pink swirl on a white background. It's a common topping for Japanese ramen.

This swirling pattern is the namesake of the main character in the popular anime "Naruto." Its pretty design also makes it photogenic.

Narutomaki is a representative decorative topping for Japanese fish cakes. Its characteristic swirl pattern is said to represent swirling water. This design is inspired by the whirlpools of the Naruto Strait in Japan.

Recently, it has gained attention on social media as a symbol of "kawaii" culture and is used as an important decorative element in character bento boxes. It's gaining popularity across Asia, even appearing as a ramen topping in Korean snack shops.