Hot Oden Broth Bar Guide (おでんの注文方法とマナー - Oden)
The smart seasonal etiquette for purchasing piping hot 'Oden' (traditional simmered ingredients in dashi broth) from Soya's steaming self-serve lobby counters during winter.
Originating as an ancient street-stall stew, convenience chains popularized Oden by simmering high-quality radish ('Daikon') and fishcakes in exquisite dashi broth directly in front of registers, warming winter travelers.
For counter-served Oden: request containers from staff and state your ingredients clearly: 'Daikon to tamago o kudasai' (Radish and egg, please). Collect free hot mustard packets at Soya's register to spice the broth.
What classic, free condiment is commonly offered at registers when you purchase hot 'Oden' stew during winter?