{"title":"Izuri","description":"\u003cp\u003eIzuri is a Japanese seaweed producer located in Kochi city. For over 7 generations, Izuri has strived to bring consumers the highest quality of seaweed products, including kombu (kelp), wakame, and other kinds of seaweed. While they produce and offer different kinds of seaweed, they particularly specialize in kombu seaweed. Kombu, often hidden from the spotlight, plays a pivotal role in Japanese cuisine, serving as the backbone of its intricate flavors. In the eyes of professional chefs, kombu is a secret ingredient they hold in the highest regard. At Izuri, they are passionate about offering exceptional kombu products and innovative suggestions on how to make the most of Japanese seaweed, to inspire your culinary creations. Their mission is to satisfy the discerning tastes of both seasoned chefs and the curious general public.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKombu's character and flavor profiles can vary significantly depending on your geographical location and personal preferences. Whether you reside in the heart of Japan or halfway around the world, we believe in the universal appeal of kombu. From creating rich and savory soup stocks to savoring kombu in its various forms, there is a world of culinary possibilities to explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a company specializing in kombu, Izuri's knowledge runs deep. Anything about kobu or other Japanese seaweed varieties, preparation techniques, or the best ways to incorporate kombu into your dishes. Izuri wants to help you incorporate more Japanese flavors into your daily dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"izuri-dried-nutritious-wakame-seaweed-for-soup-and-salad-15g","title":"Izuri Dried Nutritious Wakame Seaweed for Soup and Salad 15g","description":"\u003cp\u003eIzuri Dried Wakame is a seaweed with multiple nutritional benefits that has been domestically cultivated and processed in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese seaweed is the king of alkaline foods! Rich in vitamins, minerals, especially iodine, and dietary fiber, wakame is a big source of healthy nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWakame can be prepared in a variety of ways. Due to its versatility and mild flavor, you may include Wakame into soups, salads, noodles, etc., and by using your imagination create entirely new dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake some dried seaweed and add water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a few minutes (2 min for hot water, 5 min for cold water) it will dramatically expand and soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrain the water for best texture and add to any dish (salads, soups, noodles, etc.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight (per bag): 15g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Izuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41765388938,"sku":"RKEN-WAKAME-1","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/Izuri-Dried-Japanese-Wakame-Seaweed-15g-1-2024-02-09T05_03_14.544Z.jpg?v=1746161222"},{"product_id":"izuri-konbucha-natural-japanese-kelp-tea-powder-40g","title":"Izuri Konbucha Natural Japanese Kelp Tea Powder 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003eIzuri Konbucha is made with dried, powdered Japanese Konbu (Kelp seaweed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike normal teas, Konbu Kelp Tea is normally sold in powdered form since it is not made from normal tea leaves but kelp seaweed. Therefore it dissolves completely in water, allowing you to enjoy the full flavor and nutritional benefits of the konbu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKelp tea warms you up when you drink it, and can add an umami boost to your dish if you use it as a seasoning for cooking. This konbucha from Izuri is made with completely additive-free, domestic Japanese ingredients. It has no added chemical seasonings, and is delicious and gentle on the body. Izuri takes great care in specially selecting only the highest quality konbu to use in their products. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% natural ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditive-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDomestic Japanese konbu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrink as a beverage, or use in cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour about 60ml of hot water over one spoonful (spoon included) of the konbucha powder and stir until dissolved. Add the desired amount of konbucha powder to dishes such as soups, fried rice, or omelets to add a boost of umami. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: 40g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Beet sugar, salt, yeast extract, konbu extract, konbu powder, matcha powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dark place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Izuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12772688887891,"sku":"ITO-KON-TE-70","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-ITO-KON-TE-70-Izuri_Konbucha_Natural_Japanese_Kelp_Tea_Powder_40g-2023-09-05T08_05_59.jpg?v=1746159539"},{"product_id":"izuri-konbucha-natural-ume-plum-kelp-tea-powder-40g","title":"Izuri Konbucha Natural Ume Plum \u0026 Kelp Tea Powder 40g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ume plum flavored konbucha kombu tea is additive-free and made with Japanese domestic ingredients, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind. Not only is it a fantastic Japanese drink, you can use it as a seasoning in various kinds of food too. This fantastic beverage blends the gentle flavor of Japanese kombu kelp with the sourness of ume plums, and the richness of matcha and perilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut one spoonfull (included) of the tea powder into a cup, and pour around 60ml of boiling water over it to make a delicious hot drink. Use it as a general seasoning powder in fried rice, tamagoyaki, and other dishes. This powder will dissolve easily into anything, allowing the flavor to properly blend throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo chemical seasonings, artificial sweeteners or flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicious and gentle on the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly domestic Japanese ingredients are used. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 40g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Beet sugar, natural sea salt, yeast extract, kelp extract, kelp powder, plum vinegar extract powder, plum flesh, matcha powder, perilla powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Izuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27859208962131,"sku":"GYO-UMEKOM-40","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-GYO-UMEKOM-40-Izuri_Konbucha_Natural_Ume_Plum_Kelp_Tea_Powder_40g-2023-09-26T07_58_13.jpg?v=1746157541"},{"product_id":"izuri-dried-japanese-wakame-seaweed-pack-of-3","title":"Izuri Dried Japanese Wakame Seaweed (Pack of 3)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIzuri Dried Wakame is a seaweed with multiple nutritional benefits that has been domestically cultivated and processed in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese seaweed is the king of alkaline foods! Rich in vitamins, minerals, especially iodine, and dietary fiber, wakame is a big source of healthy nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWakame can be prepared in a variety of ways. 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With these special dashi packs, you can enjoy making authentic dashi soup stock at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the name suggests, this particlular dashi is \"Kansai style\" dashi, meaning that is made with a base of kombu kelp and bonito flakes. The kombu used in this dashi is from Hokkaido, which is known for producing some of the richest, tastiest kombu in Japan. The bonito flakes also come from Yaizu in Shizuoka, one of the most famous production sites of katsubushi (bonito flakes) in Japan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to using only natural ingredients, this dashi stock is free of any additives, chemical seasonings, and preservatives. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy making authentic, Kansai-style Japanese food at home thanks to this tasty dashi! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil a pack for 3 to 5 minutes without tearing to make instantly delcious dashi stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the soup stock for dishes such as oden, miso soup, and chazuke. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter boiling the dashi pack, you can open the pack and place the contents on top of rice or mix it with pickles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 8g per packet x 10 packets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Dried kombu kelp, bonito flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Izuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41030441664595,"sku":"IZRI-KMBSTK-830","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/Izuri-Additive-Free-Kombu-Dashi-Soup-Stock-Kansai-Style-8g-x-10-Packets-1-2024-10-30T03_34_31.965Z.jpg?v=1743430499"},{"product_id":"izuri-shiroita-kelp-white-kombu-for-sushi-2-whole-pieces","title":"Izuri Shiroita Kelp White Kombu For Sushi 2 Whole Pieces","description":"\u003cp\u003eShiroita kelp, or white kombu is a rare type of kombu that can only be obtained in small quantities. Shiroita kombu refers to the core center of kombu which has been carefully shaved. It is made by carving kombu with a special knife called an \"akita\", and when the center of the kombu has been shaved to the point where it can no longer be shaved, it essentially becomes shiroita kombu. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique type of kombu is used to make Kochi prefecture's famous dish, \u003cem\u003einakazushi\u003c\/em\u003e, which is a local type of sushi to the prefecture. Sushi chef's around Japan also seek after this special kelp for making mackerel sushi, as shiroita kombu pairs extremely well with mackerel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece of shiroita kelp has been hand carved by craftsmen from southern Hokkaido to bring you this unique and rare kombu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you can use it for making sushi at home, you can also use it for cooking rice or making kombu seaweed rolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some recommended usages for Shiroita kelp: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a piece of shiroita kombu over rice before steaming in your rice cooker to make some insanely fragrant rice. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoften the kombu and make kombu rolls. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the kombu for making sushi rolls. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake a unique dashi soup stock with shiroita kombu. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 2 pieces, about 15g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Izuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41030453526611,"sku":"IZRI-SHIOTA-1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-IZRI-SHIOTA-1-Izuri_Shiroita_Kelp_White_Kombu_For_Sushi_2_Whole_Pieces-2023-09-14T04_30_19.jpg?v=1743427117"},{"product_id":"izuri-oboro-kelp-dried-shaved-kombu-seaweed-20g","title":"Izuri Oboro Kelp Dried Shaved Kombu Seaweed 16g","description":"\u003cp\u003eIzuri Oboro Kombu is a special kind of dried kelp that has been shaved into thin pieces. It is a special kind of kombu that can only be made by highly skilled craftsmen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOboro konbu is carefully shaved by skillfully planing the flat surface of a kombu piece, giving it a distinctive, rippling appearance. As only single pieces of kombu can be shaved at a time, Izuri understands that it is essential to select high-quality, thick pieces of kombu with minimal imperfections. That is why Izuri only uses high grade kombu from Hokkaido for their Oboro kombu. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use oboro kombu in any application from soups, stews, stir fries, and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to get creative with oboro kombu, try pickling it or using it as a filling for onigiri rice balls. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for some inspiration, oboro kombu is usually added to miso soup, soup, udon, aemono (Japanese dressed dishes), vinegared dishes, and simmered dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: 16g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Izuri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41032454078547,"sku":"IZRI-OBOKMB-20","price":4.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-IZRI-OBOKMB-20-Izuri_Oboro_Kelp_Dried_Shaved_Kombu_Seaweed_20g-2023-10-03T02_49_43.jpg?v=1743426781"},{"product_id":"izuri-neba-neba-konbu-thinly-shaved-dried-sticky-kelp-18g","title":"Izuri Neba Neba Konbu Thinly Shaved Dried Sticky Kelp 18g","description":"\u003cp\u003eIzuri Neba Neba Konbu is dried kelp that has been expertly shaved into small pieces for easy cooking. 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