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Mount Fuji Sake Cup Pair – Japanese Fujisan Ochoko Set

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$75.45 USD

Organic Matcha Green Tea With Sugar 200g

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$16.99 USD

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100% Pure Matcha Powder（Best Before：2026.10.26） YAMASAN KYOTOUJI

Well-Balanced Japanese Café Grade Matcha AKASHI（Best Before：2026.10.26）

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~~$27.00 USD~~From $15.00 USD

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Tōhō Cinnabar(唐峰辰砂)Matcha Bowl-Y1510

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$45.00 USD

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Sakura Blossom Matcha Bowl

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$65.00 USD

Packaged umeboshi with a label on a white background

Japanese pickled plums (umeboshi) on a white plate with decorative flower patterns

UMEBOSHI 150g(5.29oz)

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$20.58 USD

UMEBOSHI -SHISO HERB BLEND- Using The Premier Brand "KISHU NANKO-UME" 100%- Low Sodium, No Artificial Sweetener, No Chemical Color Additive 5.29oz

About this item

Not only using the premier brand "Kishu Nanko-ume" 100%, but also using only the top grade(Grade A) of all Kishu Nanko-ume. Soft and juicy Umeboshi Plums. It is delicious with any Japanese foods, and also Umeboshi sauce goes well with Chicken fillet. You can make Umeboshi sauce for shabushabu, Umeboshi Miso Mayonnaise sauce for salad. It increases the variety of dishes as well as Japanese food.
Dried plums are a common pickle in Japan that goes well with white rice. Dried plums in Japan, come in a variety of shapes and softness depending on where they are produced, but the soft and large plums are rich & tasty. Japanese people have their own favorite style of umeboshi, such as adding them to ochazuke or onigiri.
Not so salty, tasty Japanese soft plum, Umeboshi. The plums, made in the fullness of nature, have a soft and melty skin. The sun-drying, harvesting, and pickling processes are all done by hand.
Umeboshi from Wakayama prefecture in Japan. This umeboshi is produced in Wakayama Prefecture, as known as a land of mountains and water where the hometown of dried plums in Japan.
In March, the Plum Blossom Festival is a common event in Japan. At the festival, many plum dishes are served. The aroma of plum blossoms fills the air, and the season of plum blossoms reminds Japanese people that spring will soon be here.

Like Homemade, Soft Nanko-Umeboshi from Wakayama

Umeboshi has been a hand-made tsukemono in every home of the Japanese. It can be stored for long periods of time.

It takes a lot of time and effort to make tasty and juicy pickled plums.

Try some of the delicious pickled plums from Wakayama Prefecture.

How to make Umeboshi & Tuna pasta with basil.

1.Softly squeeze out the extra water of tuna flakes.

2.Remove the umeboshi's seed, and tear it off to small pieces.

3.Slice the basil leaves thinly.

4.Boil the pasta in plenty of salted water and raise it in a colander.

Mix the boiled pasta with tuna flakes, umeboshi, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl.

5.Put it on the plate, and add the sliced basil leaves on the top.

6.Sprinkle black pepper, and enjoy Japanese taste pasta!

INGREDIENTS

Pasta 160g
Salt 16g
Tuna flakes 80g
Umeboshi 1piece
Green shiso(or Basil) 5 leaves
Soy sauce 1~2Tsp.
Sesame oil 2Tsp.
Black pepper A little

How to make : Japanese Soft Plum Umeboshi Onigiri. ~Umeboshi rice ball~

• Cook the rice in a rice cooker. Clean hands and put water and a little salt on.

(Wear nylon gloves if you do not want to use your hands directly.)

• Place 1 cup of rice on your hands and place a umeboshi inside. And make a round shape as if you were forming a ball. If you like, make it a triangle, heart shape, or other fun shapes.

• Since the rice is very hot, it's easier to make it by tossing it lightly while mixing the air.

Finally, wrap the onigiri with Japanese Seaweed Nori .

Sweet Plum Umeboshi sauce

• Pasted Umeboshi 2 pieces • Cooking sake 1.5 Table sp. • Mirin 2 Table sp. • Soy sauce 2 Tea sp. • Sugar 1Tea sp. • Sesame oil 2 Tea sp. • Wasabi 1Tea sp.

Umeboshi dried plum is a sour and juicy Japanese plum pickle. It can be used in Ume sushi rolls or simply as a topping. The sour and refreshing taste is recommended as a garnish for dishes.

Other Recipes:

Ume-sushi rolls, Umeboshi soured-Salad, Grilled Chicken with Ume paste, Umeboshi Chazuke, Umeboshi dressing.

Nanko-Umeboshi

Wakayama Prefecture, where Umeboshi is produced, is surrounded by fresh water and shining mountains. The Kii Mountain Range, a World Heritage Site where gods are said to dwell in rocks, and Koya-san, the holy land founded by Kukai, known as the City in the Sky, are some of the many mystical places.

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AKIRA – Matsukaze（松風） Kyusu（340cc）

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$55.00 USD

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Black ceramic tea cup with handle on a white background

AKIRA – Gyokko（玉光） Kyusu（220cc）

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$45.00 USD

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AKIRA – Sakura Mai（桜舞） Kyusu（320cc）

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$55.00 USD

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White ceramic teapot with a lid on a white background

AKIRA – Sakura Relief（桜浮彫） Kyusu（250cc）

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$45.00 USD

Sakura Kyusu Teapot – Elegant Japanese Teaware for Everyday Tea Rituals

Bring the beauty of Japanese spring into your daily tea routine with this Sakura Kyusu Teapot, a delicate piece of traditional Japanese teaware designed for both functionality and aesthetic pleasure. Featuring soft pink cherry blossom motifs on a smooth ivory glaze, this kyusu captures the timeless elegance of Japan’s most beloved season.

🌸 Authentic Japanese Kyusu Design

This teapot follows the classic side-handle (yokode) kyusu style, a hallmark of Japanese tea culture. The ergonomic handle allows for precise, one-handed pouring—perfect for brewing delicate green teas such as sencha or genmaicha.

Side handle for smooth, controlled pouring
Compact and lightweight design
Ideal for personal tea sessions or small gatherings

🍵 Built-in Fine Mesh Strainer for Perfect Brewing

Inside the pot, a high-quality stainless steel mesh filter ensures that tea leaves can fully expand while keeping sediment out of your cup. This allows you to extract maximum flavor and aroma from your tea leaves.

Fine mesh strainer for clean, smooth tea
Enhances flavor extraction
Easy to clean and maintain

🌸 Sakura-Inspired Aesthetic

The hand-finished sakura (cherry blossom) relief design adds a gentle seasonal charm, making this teapot not only functional but also a beautiful decorative piece.

Soft pink floral accents symbolize renewal and harmony
Minimalist Japanese design fits modern interiors
Perfect for spring-themed collections or gifts

🎁 Ideal Gift for Tea Lovers

Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful gift or upgrading your own tea experience, this Sakura kyusu is a perfect choice.

Great for birthdays, housewarmings, or seasonal gifts
Suitable for beginners and tea enthusiasts alike
Pairs beautifully with Japanese tea cups and matcha accessories

🏡 Elevate Your Tea Experience

Using a traditional kyusu teapot transforms tea preparation into a mindful ritual. The combination of craftsmanship, usability, and seasonal beauty makes this piece a must-have for anyone who appreciates authentic Japanese culture.

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Ceramic pot with floral design on a white background

AKIRA – Japanese Side-Handle Teapot Kyusu 300cc

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~~$95.00 USD~~$80.00 USD

Matcha bowl with floral design and bamboo whisk on a white background

Bamboo whisk and ceramic bowl with floral design on a white background

Manyo Wildflower （万葉草花） Set – Sakura Mini Matcha Set (Outdoor Tea Kit)

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~~$70.00 USD~~$60.00 USD

Low sodium Reduced sodium lower salt miso paste Japanese sesoning

Low-Sodium Miso Recipes: Miso Soup, Coconut Milk Curry, and Ramen

Reduced Sodium Rice Miso,10.5oz(300g)

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$14.95 USD

Enjoy delicious meals with less salt

Even if you reduce the salt content of your food for health reasons, it will be difficult to continue doing so if your meals do not taste good.

Our reduced sodium miso has less salt, but it still has the same rich flavor as regular miso, with the natural sweetness of koji and the umami of soybeans.

Use it in your dairy cooking for delicious, low-salt dishes.

Low in Salt and Healthy

This is a healthy, low in salt miso that has 35% less salt than our regular miso products. It tastes and is used in the same way as regular miso.

Satisfyingly Delicious

This miso has a perfect balance of sweetness and umami is perfect, and the satisfyingly delicious makes it hard to believe it's low in salt.

Natural Foods

Non-GMO, no MSG, sugar-free, gluten-free, and no artificial colors.

This miso is a natural reduced-sodium miso.

Versatile

It goes well with various dishes such as miso soup, simmered dishes, and stir-fries. It dissolves easily, making it easy to use in soups.

Recipes using Reduced Sodium Miso

[Recipe 1]
Tofu Hamburger Steak with Reduced Sodium Miso

Ingredients (4 Humberger Steaks) 130 g Tofu, 250 g Minced Beef, 90 g Carrot, 160 g Onion, 1 Egg, 30 g Breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp Reduced sodium Miso, A pinch of pepper

[Sauce] 1 tbsp Reduced sodium Miso, 2 tbsp Ketchup, 2 tbsp Cooking Sake, 2 tbsp Water

*Wrap the tofu in thick kitchen paper and drain the water thoroughly. *Finely chop the carrots and onions and microwave for 2 minutes (1000W) and combine. *For the sauce, place the ingredients in a frying pan and bring to a boil.
[Recipe 2]
Healthy Oil-Free Miso and Soy Sauce Ramen

Ingredients (2 servings) 2 portion of noodles, 8 Shrimps, 40 g Bean sprout, 30 g Corn, Green Onions as needed, 1 packet YAMASAN Vegetable Dashi Stock [A] 2 tbsp Mirin, 2 tbsp Soy Sauce, 2 tbsp Reduced Sodium Miso
1. Put the dashi packet in a pot and make the stock. In a separate pan, boil the shrimp, bean sprouts, and corn. 2. Add the boiled shrimp broth to the soup stock(step1). 3. Heat the soup stock and add [A]. Boil the noodles. 4. Pour the soup stock into a bowl and add all the ingredients.
[Recipe 3]
Coconut Milk Miso Curry

Ingredients (4 servings) [A] 8 Green Chili Peppers, 220 g Eggplant [B] 8 Chicken Wing Sticks, 400 ml Coconut Milk, 2 tbsp Curry Powder [C] 3tbsp Reduced Sodium Miso, 1 tbsp Fish Sauce, 170 g Onion, A pinch of cumin powder
1. Sauté thinly sliced onions until soft, then add chopped [A] and sauté briefly. 2. Add [B] and simmer for 5-6 minutes. Remove the foam, add [C], simmer for about 5 minutes, and sprinkle with cumin powder to add aroma. 3. Top with roasted almond slices to taste.
[Recipe 4]
Tonjiru (Miso Soup with Pork and Vegetables)

Ingredients (4 servings) [A] 60 g Potato, 20 g Burdock, 15 g Carrot, 20 g Shiitake Mushroom, 55 g Tofu, 30 g Konjac, 90 g Pork, 600mL Water, 2 1/2 tbsp Reduced Sodium Miso, 1 Dashi Packet

Cut [A] to your desired size. 2. Pour water into a pot, add the dashi packet, bring to a boil, and extract the dashi. 3. Add [A] and simmer over medium heat until the ingredients are soft. Dissolve the miso and serve. 4. Top with chopped green onions to taste.
[Recipe 5]
Napolitan(Japanese Soul Food Spaghetti) with Reduced Sodium Miso

Ingredients (2 servings) 200 g Spaghetti, 2 Sausages, 1/2 Onion, 30 g Celery, 30 g Carrot, 1 Green Pepper, 10 g Butter, 2 tbsp Milk [A] 3 tbsp Tomato Ketchup, 3 tbsp Reduced Sodium Miso

Mix [A] and boil the spaghetti. 2. Thinly slice the sausages and vegetables. 3.Heat butter in a frying pan, add sausage and vegetables and saute quickly over high heat. Add mixed [A]and saute further. 4. Add the spaghetti and saute quickly, then add the milk and saute until combined.
- 【35% less sodium】 This is a reduced-salt miso that has 35% less sodium than our regular miso products. Same delicious taste, but with less salt for a healthier option. Recommended for those who want to eat delicious miso but are concerned about high sodium content
- 【Balancing taste and reduced sodium content】 It has a excellent balance of sweetness and umami, and is a satisfying taste the reduced sodium content. It can be used in the same way as regular miso, such as for miso soup or stir-fries.
- 【Shinshu Rice Miso】　This is a reduced sodium type of Shinshu rice miso made in Nagano Prefecture, a major production area for miso in Japan. Shinshu rice miso has both a rich flavor and a rich aroma and pairs excellently with a variety of ingredients.
- 【Natural】 This reduced sodium miso is non-GMO, no MSG, sugar-free, gluten-free, and contains no artificial colors. It is perfect for vegans and those seeking a healthier lifestyle.
- 【Versatile】 It goes well with various dishes such as miso soup, simmered dishes, and stir-fries. Its light color brightens up any dish.　It dissolves easily, making it easy to use in miso soup and other soups. Enjoy healthy miso dishes that are rich in flavor yet low in sodium.

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Dried Soup Toppings Recipes: Pasta, Ramen, Tofu, and Fish

Five Dried Ingredients Miso Soup Mix 30g(1.0oz)

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$13.85 USD

Healthy and delicious Dried Miso Soup Five Ingredients Mix

Carefully Selected Ingredients

This is a mix of 5 types of dried ingredients, including seaweed. Its rich, umami offers an authentic taste of Japanese cuisine.

Quick and Easy

Simply add it to hot soup, such as miso soup, and briefly stir to enjoy a delicious, flavorful soup in no time.

All Natural

No sugar, no MSG, and no artificial colors or other additives are used. It is perfect for vegans.

Versatile

Besides miso soup, it can be used in various dishes such as ramen, pasta, stews, and marinades.

About this item

【Perfect for miso soup and other soups】 This convenient dried mixture combines five ingredients: three types of seaweed (tororo kombu, wakame, and aosa nori), wheat bran, and green onions. When added to miso soup or other soups, the umami flavor of kombu, wakame, and nori, along with the pleasant texture of gluten bran and green onions, add an authentic and delicious Japanese flavor.
【Quick and Handy】 Simply stir this mix directly into warm soups such as miso soup, and you can immediately enjoy a delicious, umami-rich miso soup. It's convenient as a daily soup ingredient, and also handy when you're busy and short on time, or for outdoor cooking like camping.
【Tororo Kombu(Shredded Kelp)】 Tororo kombu is a traditional Japanese food made by thinly slicing kombu kelp that has been softened in vinegar. It has a fluffy texture and is easy to eat. Kombu is a superfood that is low in calories, delicious, and healthy, and is fantastic at enhancing the flavor of dishes.
【All Natural】 This dried mixture is free from sugar, MSG, preservatives, colorings and other additives. It is perfect for vegans.
【Versatile】 It can be used not only in miso soup, but also in a variety of dishes such as noodle dishes like ramen, udon, and pasta, as well as simmered dishes and marinades. Cooking it with rice adds flavor and a pleasant texture.
WARNING： This product can expose you to lead which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov.

Japanese Vegan Curry Powder Mix - Medium Hot 90g(3.1oz)

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$14.30 USD

This is a Japan-made vegan curry powder mix (known as curry roux in Japan) made without animal-derived ingredients. Curry roux is a Japanese home-style curry base made by blending curry powder with spices, seasoning, vegetables, etc. Simply dissolve it in water or stock to easily make a Japanese-style curry. This is a very convenient curry powder mix that can be added to stir-fired vegetables or meat to complete the flavor.

【vegan-friendly curry mix】 This is a Japan-made vegan curry powder mix (known as curry roux in Japan) made without animal-derived ingredients. Curry roux is a Japanese home-style curry base made by blending curry powder with spices, seasoning, vegetables, etc. Simply dissolve it in water or stock to easily make a Japanese-style curry. This is a very convenient curry powder mix that can be added to stir-fired vegetables or meat to complete the flavor.

【14 appetizing aroma of spices】 When you open the package, a rich, spicy aroma immediately fills the air. Infused with 14 carefully selected spices, refreshing, sweet, and earthy notes intertwine, awakening the appetite and building anticipation for a deeply flavorful curry.

【Rich, delicious flavor】 This rich and delicious curry is made with 14 spices, carrots, onions, and Japanese umami of shiitake mushrooms and kelp. It offers a medium-heat that can be enjoyed by the whole family, from children to adults.

【Gluten-free ＆ environmentally-friendly】　While traditional Japanese curry roux is thickened with wheat flour, this product is a gluten-free curry powder mix that uses tice flours instead. This is a low-fat curry powder mix that contains no added oils or fats. Pots and dishes are easier to clean, helping reduce the amount of detergent needed, making is a more environmentally friendly choice.

【Versatile】 Curry is one of the most popular comfort foods in Japan and is enjoyed in a variety of dishes beyond classic curry rice. It can be used for curry udon, curry ramen, curry bread, curry soup, and even creative recipes such as gratin and spring rolls made with leftover curry. For details, please see the recipes on this page.

Japanese Rich Umami Dashi Powder 100g(3.5oz)

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$17.89 USD

Dashi Culture and Umami in Japan

Dashi is at the heart of Japanese cuisine.

Dashi is made by extracting umami flavors from natural ingredients, and has an excellent ability to enhance and harmonize the flavors of other ingredients.

It is an indispensable cooking broth in Japanese cuisine!

Our dashi powder stock can be easily and quickly made into authentic dashi by simply dissolving it in hot water. It can also be used for various purposes, such as mixing it into dough or sprinkling it on dishes, and even a small amount will add authentic Japanese flavor to your dishes.

Rich Umami

The natural umami ingredients contained in kelp, bonito, shiitake mushrooms, etc. enhance the flavor and adjust the taste of any dish.

Crafted to be waste-free

This dashi powder can be used in small amounts. It is easy to adjust the flavor to your liking and is convenient to use without waste.

No Additives

This dashi powder is made from 100% natural ingredients and contains no salt, sugar, MSG, or food additives.

Versatile

For ramen, soups, stews, fried foods, and various other dishes. Also convenient for sprinkling over dishes to add flavor and enhance umami.

【Natural Daily Goodness Dashi Powder】 Our dashi powder is made only from natural ingredients, without any salt, sugar, or additives. This versatile dashi seasoning is gentle on the body and contains no unnecessary ingredients, while still providing the rich flavor and aroma of the original ingredients.
【Useable from Small Amounts】 Since it's not a packet type, you can use it in small amounts such as one cup of miso soup. Unlike limited usage such as specific water quantities or single-use packets, this dashi powder is convenient and easy to adjust to your preferred flavor. Just scoop from the bag and add to your food – it easily add flavor and richness to your everyday dishes without any additional.
【Synergistic Effect Of Umami】 This dashi powder contains all the typical umami components: kelp (glutamic acid), bonito and other fish (inosinic acid), and shiitake mushrooms (guanylic acid). It has been reported that when these three components are combined, the umami flavor is 7 to 8 times stronger than when each ingredient is used alone, and in Japan this is called the "synergistic effect of umami." This rich umami dashi powder enhances the flavors of ingredients, reduces bitterness and sourness, and balances the taste of your dishes.
【Clean Ingredients】 This dashi powder is gluten-free and made from 100% natural ingredients, and contains no salt, sugar, MSG, or food additives.
【Multi₋Use】 It can be used in a variety of dishes, including simmered dishes, stir-fries, seasoning fried foods, marinades, pasta sauces, ramen, udon, etc. It is also recommended as a sprinkle on various dishes to add aroma and umami.

Sakura Latte: A Gentle Taste of Spring in Every Cup

by B2C Yamasan on Dec 25 2025

A gentle, caffeine-free sakura latte inspired by Japanese cherry blossoms. Discover a low-calorie, floral drink that captures the beauty of spring in every pink cup.

Premium Japanese Aged Koikuchi Soy Sauce – Handcrafted Tradition from Tatsuno

by B2C Yamasan on Oct 31 2025

Discover the authentic taste of Japan with our Premium Japanese Aged Koikuchi Soy Sauce. Naturally aged for over 500 days in Tatsuno, Japan, this handcrafted soy sauce offers deep umami, rich aroma, and a perfectly balanced flavor.

Sakura Madeleine Recipe

by B2C Yamasan on Jul 14 2025

These soft, airy madeleines are delicately infused with Yamasan sakura powder, capturing the subtle floral essence of Japan’s iconic springtime bloom. Balanced with the sweetness of honey and finished with a cherry powder-infused white chocolate glaze, they’re a refined yet easy-to-make treat. Perfect for an elegant tea-time moment or seasonal celebration, this recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy the fleeting beauty of sakura.

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