Japan is known for itsculture of cuteness, and it goes beyond fashion and entertainment.

Kawaii culture has also seeped into the countrys food.

The little birds are just 12 to 16 centimeters in length, half of which is their tail.

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents

Their pure-white fronts make them look like cotton balls, flying through the snow.

By virtue of their cuteness, the birds have a lot of fans.

Thenori(seaweed) wrapped around the sides double as the bird’s wings and the yankiis jacket.

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents

Talk about cute with an attitude!

These adorable onigiri (rice balls) are the perfect blend of tough guy and super cute.

Yanki/Yankii (pronounced like yankee in english): A juvenile delinquent/rebellious youth.

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents

Japanese Rice Balls Shaped Like Anime Delinquents