From Hokkaido

A Visit to Ichikawa Suisan: Meeting the Uni Processing Experts of Rishiri and Rebun

A Visit to Ichikawa Suisan: Meeting the Uni Pro...

A visit to Ichikawa Suisan reveals the craftsmanship, freshness, and philosophy behind their globally sought-after Rishiri and Rebun uni. From meticulous hand-packing to additive-free processing, this article explores why Ichikawa’s...

A Visit to Ichikawa Suisan: Meeting the Uni Pro...

A visit to Ichikawa Suisan reveals the craftsmanship, freshness, and philosophy behind their globally sought-after Rishiri and Rebun uni. From meticulous hand-packing to additive-free processing, this article explores why Ichikawa’s...

Why Rishiri Konbu Is the Best

Why Rishiri Konbu Is the Best

  Rishiri Konbu, harvested from the mineral-rich waters around Rishiri Island, is prized for its clear, aromatic dashi and deep umami flavor. This article explains why it is considered one...

Why Rishiri Konbu Is the Best

  Rishiri Konbu, harvested from the mineral-rich waters around Rishiri Island, is prized for its clear, aromatic dashi and deep umami flavor. This article explains why it is considered one...

Hokkaido's Unique Uni: The Art of "Tema Hima" at Takuzushi

Hokkaido's Unique Uni: The Art of "Tema Hima" a...

Hokkaido Uni stands apart for its pure flavor and the meticulous care behind its preparation, including the traditional salted-water method and hands-on “tema hima” craftsmanship. This article explores how restaurants...

Hokkaido's Unique Uni: The Art of "Tema Hima" a...

Hokkaido Uni stands apart for its pure flavor and the meticulous care behind its preparation, including the traditional salted-water method and hands-on “tema hima” craftsmanship. This article explores how restaurants...

Chuo Ichiba 中央市場

Chuo Ichiba 中央市場

Sapporo’s Chuo Ichiba is one of Hokkaido’s most vibrant food hubs, where fresh seafood, produce, meat, and specialty items come together in an energetic wholesale market setting. This article offers...

Chuo Ichiba 中央市場

Sapporo’s Chuo Ichiba is one of Hokkaido’s most vibrant food hubs, where fresh seafood, produce, meat, and specialty items come together in an energetic wholesale market setting. This article offers...

Hokkaido Uni Journey

Hokkaido Uni Journey

What sets Hokkaido Uni apart is not just where it comes from, but the extraordinary care behind every tray—from auction and transport to soaking, hand-arranging, and final packing. This article...

Hokkaido Uni Journey

What sets Hokkaido Uni apart is not just where it comes from, but the extraordinary care behind every tray—from auction and transport to soaking, hand-arranging, and final packing. This article...

Aka-Rishiri SanToku Uni  赤利尻三徳雲丹

Aka-Rishiri SanToku Uni 赤利尻三徳雲丹

After visiting Ichikawa Suisan in Hokkaido, we chose to work directly with them to support fair pricing, preserve local Uni craftsmanship, and introduce Aka Rishiri SanToku Uni to customers outside...

Aka-Rishiri SanToku Uni 赤利尻三徳雲丹

After visiting Ichikawa Suisan in Hokkaido, we chose to work directly with them to support fair pricing, preserve local Uni craftsmanship, and introduce Aka Rishiri SanToku Uni to customers outside...