Omelette rice is called “omuraisu” in Japanese, and the pronunciation is roughly the same. Omuraisu is typically a dish eaten at home, consisting of chicken rice wrapped in egg.
Japanese chicken rice is somewhat unique, made by mixing white rice with chicken, onions, and ketchup and then frying it. As a result, the rice takes on a reddish color from the ketchup.
On top of this chicken rice, an omelette is placed, and then ketchup or demi-glace sauce is often drizzled over the omelette.
The style of the omelette varies depending on the restaurant. Some may have a slightly firm texture, while others are fluffy and semi-cooked.
This is a slightly firmer version of the omelette. This style is common in many households for omuraisu.
This is a version of omelette rice with semi-cooked egg. This style is often seen in skilled cooks’ dishes or restaurants.
Although it’s a simple dish of chicken rice and egg, the combination of the slight acidity and sweetness from the ketchup in the chicken rice (often cooked with butter) pairs excellently with the omelette.
While omelette rice is available in convenience stores and supermarkets, it’s not commonly found, so I recommend trying it at a restaurant.
There aren’t many, but there are restaurants specialized in omelette rice. They can be found nationwide in Japan, with more located in major cities and tourist areas. Additionally, you might find omelette rice being sold in the restaurant floors of large train stations or “station buildings”.
As it’s not considered a luxury dish, you can expect to pay around 800 to 1,500 yen for it. Of course, in upscale establishments, the price may be higher, but at casual eateries, this range is typical.
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