Special Collections

Soba noodles are one of the most popular types of noodles in Japan. They can be served in many different ways, hot or cold. A good source of protei...

Umeboshi, commonly known as pickled “ume" plum, is actually a salt-cured ume plum that has been enjoyed in Japan for centuries. Its salty and super...

Made with carefully selected, domestically grown rice and non-GMO corn, this traditional Japanese-style ramen has a chewy texture and hearty flavor...

An indispensable staple ingredient in any Japanese kitchen, this organic mirin-type is ideal for delivering a small dose of umami to many different...

This premium cooking sake is made using a sophisticated brewing technique and very carefully designed, resulting in an umami-rich flavor and a full...

Sesame oil is an amazingly fragrant and delicious oil that can be used for everything from stir-frying vegetables to garnishing salads. This premiu...

Literally meaning “sprinkles”, furikake is Japanese savory flakes commonly used as a topping over rice. There are a number of different types, but ...

Made with sesame paste, ground sesame and vinegar, sesame dressing is one of the most popular types of dressings in Japan. Creamy and umami-rich Pr...

Black sesame is a great source of fiber, calcium, and iron. Made only with black sesame, domestically grown “kurogoma kinako” (black soybean powder...

Yuzu citrus, organically grown in Tokushima Prefecture, and organic grape juice are the only ingredients of this wonderful yuzu spread. It exhibits...

Many inexpensive wasabi pastes are actually made with horseradish. This Hon Wasabi (so-called "real wasabi") delivers the pure, fresh pungency with...

Tamari soy sauce is known to have a richer flavor and aroma than standard soy sauce due to its ingredients and production process. Also, it uses so...

Carefully selected black sesame seeds are the only ingredients of this aromatic sesame paste. The seeds are roasted, ground, and slowly processed i...

This is a truly special mayonnaise: unlike the majority of American mayo products, Japanese mayo uses only the egg yolk, mixed with rice vinegar or...

This artisan organic rice vinegar has a smooth, slightly sweet, umami rich flavor. Unlike mass produced rice vinegar that is brewed for a shorter d...

This amazing combination of yuzu, chili, and salt results in a powerful and distinctive flavor that enriches a dish. This paste is made from a comb...

Shiso (perilla) is a Japanese herb that is related to the mint family and has a basil-like refreshing aroma and flavor. The herb has widely been us...

Unlike many other wasabi pastes which are blended with horseradish, Kameya’s Coarsely Grated Hon Wasabi is made from only Japanese-native “hon wasa...

One of the most intriguing and flavorful candies sold in Japan is candied yuzu peel. The yuzu is a citrus fruit that can be quite tart, but when ca...

From cocktails to desserts to savory dishes, yuzu citrus is taking the culinary world by storm. This yuzu-blended finishing salt is a perfect addit...

Carefully handcrafted in small batches, Kitomura’s Organic Yuzu Marmalade features a brand of organically grown yuzu citrus known as Kito-Yuzu. Thi...

This high-quality potato starch is a common ingredient in many Japanese dishes. A very versatile condiment, Katakuri is used in everything from fri...

To add a unique touch of zesty citrus flavor to sauces, desserts, vinaigrettes, dressings, and marinades, try this Yuzu syrup! This delicious and f...

Rayu refers to a chili oil often used in Japanese-style Chinese food. This artisanal rayu from Kuki, a century-old sesame product manufacturer, is ...