While a mainstay in a lot of Japanese diets, natto (fermented soybeans) can have a bit of a divisive image. Natto is often praised for its health benefits and very much beloved by many, but there's quite a bit of people who are putt off by its pungent smell and sticky, stringy consistency.

One way natto lovers prefer to enjoy their sticky bean treat is natto maki, or natto sushi rolls. TikTok creator and student Mogu (@45_mog) recently provided a video showing why it's not always a great time to chow down on one, however, that has a lot of natto fans nodding in understanding.

Mogu was recently invited as part of a group of social media creators to help boost travel interest in Guam hosted by the Guam Tourism Bureau. While waiting at the airport for her flight before such a big trip, she thought she'd sneak in a quick natto maki before taking off. However, when another member of the group Mugu described as a handsome man started talking to her, she became flustered and did something that's made for a video that's become a hit on Twitter:

"Watch me desperately tried to hide my natto maki when a hot creator started to talk to me."

She immediately panics and hides the natto maki! While you could say she was simply discombobulated by a having a good looking guy talking to her, the real reason is because of natto's strong aroma, as well as the possibility of its slimy residue remaining on her face while being approached by a hot guy! The cute embarrassing moment has captivated a lot of people on Twitter, but many are reassuring Mogu that she made the right move and know the feeling very well.

"I'm in total agreement with this, I'd do the same!"

"This is so funny. It's so cute how she tries to sneak in a bite midway."

"I love how you held it sideways behind your back to keep the ingredients from falling out."

"It's maybe the worst thing to be caught eating in a moment like this."


By - grape Japan editorial staff.