Located near Manko Park in Naha City, "Kabocha Andagi Specialty Shop Karabasa" is a popular spot known for its delicious andagi (Okinawan doughnuts). Reviews consistently praise it, with comments like "The best I've ever had!" and "Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and addictive!" As someone with a sweet tooth and a long history of enjoying sata andagi (another type of Okinawan doughnut), I visited the shop to experience its taste and appeal firsthand!

A small shop nestled in a residential area near Manko Park.

Karabasa is located in the Kohagura area of ​​Naha City, about a 15-minute drive from Naha Airport. It's situated in a quiet residential area just a few minutes' walk from Manko Park.

Located slightly off the main street, it's a small, unassuming shop. Look for the sign with orange lettering on a white background.

The store is a small space with only a cash register counter.

The walls are lined with handwritten notices and menus, creating a nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere.

A gently sweet pumpkin andagi (Okinawan doughnut) made by a husband and wife team.

Karabasa's andagi, as the name suggests, contains pumpkin. It is made without eggs, using only three ingredients: pumpkin, wheat flour, and granulated sugar.

When I visited, the owner's mother was frying the dough, and the shop was filled with a sweet and savory aroma. Just watching the round dough puff up in the oil made me feel happy.

In the back of the shop, the owner's father was cutting fresh pumpkins, and he told me, "We're currently using pumpkins from Hokkaido."
The origin of the pumpkins varies depending on the supplier, but the vibrant yellow color of the dough is always the natural color of the pumpkins themselves. It's nice to be able to see exactly what ingredients are used.

In the shop, where the father took orders and served customers, and the mother skillfully fried andagi (Okinawan doughnuts) beside him, a warm atmosphere permeated the place, even though there was little conversation.
Just watching them fry and smelling the aroma makes me happy, but what I'm really curious about is the taste! I immediately tried the pumpkin andagi I bought at a nearby park.

I tried pumpkin andagi (Okinawan doughnuts).

I wanted to eat it fresh, so I stopped by a nearby park and enjoyed it while it was still warm.

Take a bite of this freshly fried treat, and the outside is incredibly crispy! The aroma is irresistible. Inside, it's chewy and fluffy! The natural sweetness of the pumpkin spreads gently, creating a comforting and nostalgic flavor.
As time passes, it becomes moister and develops a different kind of deliciousness. Compared to other sata andagi I've had before, this one is fried but not greasy and has a light flavor. It's the kind of sata andagi that makes you want to eat another one right away.

They are sold in packs of 6 for 500 yen. They are not sold individually. They have a shelf life of about 7 days, so they are recommended not only as a snack during your trip but also as a souvenir.

It tastes even better if you reheat it the following day or later.
The recommended way to reheat it is not in the microwave, but in a toaster oven. By toasting it for about 2 minutes, you can enjoy it again in a state very close to freshly made.

Opening Hours & Access – Reservations Recommended –

Opening hours are from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, but they close once they sell out. If you want to be sure to purchase, advance reservations are recommended.
I initially called around 14 PM on a weekday, but it was sold out, so I made a reservation to pick it up the following day at noon and purchased it.
Because it's a small, privately owned shop, its closing days are irregular. It's a good idea to call ahead and check their opening hours before visiting.

There is no dedicated parking lot, only enough space for about one car in front of the shop. If you make a reservation, you can purchase your order in about 5 minutes, but if you want to wait for your order to be freshly fried, avoid street parking and use a nearby coin-operated parking lot.

Andagi are traditional Okinawan sweets. Karabasa's "Pumpkin Andagi" has a simple and gentle flavor, and it's an authentic taste that you should definitely try.
Why not experience a gentle Okinawan snack time at a small shop where you can feel the warmth of the baker's touch?

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