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Waratako’s New Autumn Limited Item: Yuzu Pepper Takoyaki

Get ready for a taste sensation this fall as Waratako, a popular chain known for its Kansai-style takoyaki, launches a new menu item: Yuzu Pepper Takoyaki. This exciting dish will be available starting October 15, 2025 at Waratako locations nationwide, inviting customers to experience a unique blend of flavors that is both refreshing and spicy.

The Alluring Autumn Flavor

The Yuzu Pepper Takoyaki is crafted using a special yuzu pepper sauce that incorporates the fragrant aroma of domestic yuzu and the sharp heat of green chili peppers. This combination captures the essence of autumn, making it a perfect treat for the season. Once you take a bite, the delightful fragrance floods your senses, followed by a gentle warmth that builds up, harmonizing beautifully with the fluffy and crispy texture of the takoyaki. Expect to enjoy a warming and exhilarating burst of flavor that’s ideal for the upcoming crisp weather.

Product Details

• - Product Name: Yuzu Pepper Takoyaki
• - Release Date: October 15, 2025
• - Available Locations: All Waratako outlets across Japan (excluding certain locations). Check the availability list here.

The Waratako Experience

Waratako is committed to perfecting the Kansai-style takoyaki experience, known for its unique fluffy and creamy texture. Our takoyaki is baked to perfection using traditional techniques that ensure a healthier option without the need for deep frying. Each ingredient—from the octopus to the flour, green onions, and water—is carefully selected to deliver the authentic taste of Kansai, while minimizing calories. With just a hint of oil, you can enjoy a crisp exterior and a hot, melty interior that makes our takoyaki genuinely irresistible.

Alongside the latest seasonal offering, Waratako boasts a diverse menu featuring beloved classics such as the Shio Negi Mayo Takoyaki and the popular Mentai Mayo Takoyaki, appealing to a wide range of tastes.

About SMILE WHO’S Co., Ltd.

Waratako operates under SMILE WHO’S Co., Ltd., a group company of Hospitality Operations Co., Ltd. Both companies are based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, and are led by Akio Tanaka. Since its inception in April 2013, SMILE WHO’S has expanded its offerings and now operates various brands including specialty crepe shops like Smiley Crepe, TUTU (crepes and drinks), and WHO’S TEA (a global tea café originating from Taiwan), as well as Hibikido which specializes in fresh warabi mochi.

SMILE WHO’S Company Information

• - Company Name: SMILE WHO’S Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 2-5-16 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda, Tokyo 101-0054
• - CEO: Akio Tanaka
• - Established: April 17, 2013 (original Waratako), merged to form SMILE WHO’S on July 1, 2025.
• - Business: Takoyaki, crepes, tapioca drinks, warabi mochi
• - Official Websites:

- Waratako
- Smiley Crepe
- WHO’S TEA
- TUTU
- Hibikido

Waratako is creating waves in the culinary world with its innovative flavors and commitment to quality. Don’t miss your chance to try the much-anticipated Yuzu Pepper Takoyaki this autumn—it may just become your new favorite!