Firefighting dog Bunko Okaki

These are "Fire Dog Bunko Okaki," crispy rice crackers made with 100% Hokkaido-grown glutinous rice. "Fire Dog Bunko" was a mixed-breed male dog who was rescued by a fire department crew from the aftermath of a fire when he was a puppy. He worked alongside firefighters to put out fires. In 2006, a monument was erected in front of the former Otaru warehouse to commemorate Bunko's achievements, and he is still loved by citizens and tourists as Otaru's idol dog.

We have two types of dishes that are full of Hokkaido flavor: "Scallop" and "Soup Curry."
The scallops are characterized by their crispy yet soft texture, and the soft fragrant aftertaste is also appealing.
Soup curry is a new food culture in Hokkaido, and these rice crackers are flavored with soup curry. They are well seasoned but not too spicy, so even children can enjoy them with peace of mind.

The packaging is also attractive, with a paper bag dotted with colorful fire hydrants and an eye-catching illustration of the adorable "Fire Dog Bunko." Because Otaru has many slopes and a complex water supply route, the bottles are color-coded in red, blue, and yellow to make it easy to tell at a glance which water distribution system they are on.
"Fire Dog Bunko Rice Crackers" are bite-sized and easy to eat, making them a great snack to go with alcohol or as a treat for children, and are also recommended as a gift.

Fire dog Bunko
In the early Showa period, Bun-kun, the fire dog, was featured nationwide on radio and in magazines, frequently making headlines in newspapers. When Otaru learned from repeated fires and began to develop its firefighting system, Bun-kun (c. 1914-1938, a mixed-breed male dog) was found barking in the ruins of a fire and rescued by the fire brigade, who then took him in as a pet. Before long, he was dispatched alongside firefighters, playing a vital role in the scene, shooing away onlookers and untangling hoses. He was also said to have been the first to climb aboard the side step of a Chevrolet fire truck, waiting for the call to action, and never once fell off the truck, even when it was moving at full speed. He is said to have been dispatched an astonishing 1,000 times, and passed away amid the love of many citizens. In 2006, a bronze statue was erected in front of the former Otaru Warehouse in his honor. You can see a stuffed Bun-ko at the Otaru City Museum Canal Hall. Bun-ko, who loved herring fillets and caramel, has been the subject of many picture books and is still beloved by locals and tourists.