{"title":"Sweet Soy Sauce (Amakuchi Shoyu)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmakuchi shoyu, or sweet soy sauce is one of the main six types of shoyu in Japan. As its name suggests, it has a bit of a sweet flavor, especially compared to the other types of shoyu. It is a great shoyu to be used as a seasoning when you are craving something a little bit sweet and salty. Sweet soy sauce might not be so well known outside of Japan, but once you start using it as a regular seasoning in your kitchen, you'll discover how versatile of a seasoning it can really be. In our collection of sweet soy sauces, we only carry the best from shoyu makers we feel confident in. All of the sweet soy sauce in our collection are made with premium ingredients and can be used in many ways. Have you ever tried seasoning tamagoyaki or other egg dishes with soy sauce? Or have you ever thought of pouring a little bit of soy sauce on top of your ice cream? You'll be pleasantly surprised to find the possibilities that amakuchi shoyu will bring to your culinary creations in the kitchen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"goto-amakuchi-shoyu-japanese-sweet-soy-sauce-akane-500ml","title":"Goto Amakuchi Shoyu Japanese Sweet Soy Sauce Akane 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGoto Shoyu Akane is a Japanese sweet soy sauce made with whole soybeans and wheat from Fukuoka Prefecture. It also contains natural rock sugar syrup which gives it a unique sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis amakuchi shoyu has a slight amount of sweetness which is common among shoyu made in the Kyushu region. The sweetness balances out the saltiness of the shoyu, giving it a perfectly balanced flavor, especially for those who love sweet-salty flavors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGoto whole-soybean soy sauce is 100% natural, made entirely without chemical seasonings or preservatives, artificial colors, sweeteners, or flavors, something that is rare of amakuchi shoyu. It’s a shoyu ideal for those who are health-conscious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll the ingredients are domestically produced in Japan. The whole soybeans, wheat, and natural sugar are from Fukuoka Prefecture, and the salt from Nagasaki.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eObtaining the flavor of a perfectly balanced sweet and salty shoyu without the use of artificial sweeteners, preservatives, or chemicals has become increasingly rare. You can rest assured that this amakuchi shoyu is delicious, especially since it contains only natural ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis amakuchi shoyu contains a natural umami flavor that is unique and different to that of other types of shoyu. It is a great shoyu to use as a dipping sauce for sashimi, or to add into dishes where you want to acquire a sweet and salty flavor. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKeep the cap closed, and store it in a cool and dark place, away from direct heat or sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: whole soybeans, wheat, salt, sugar syrup\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 500ml\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japanese Taste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39284354220115,"sku":"GOTO-SWTSOY-AK500","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-GOTO-SWTSOY-AK500-Goto_Amakuchi_Shoyu_Japanese_Sweet_Soy_Sauce_Akane_500ml.jpg?v=1743422271"},{"product_id":"hita-murasaki-shoyu-japanese-dark-sweet-soy-sauce-500ml","title":"Hita Murasaki Shoyu Japanese Dark Sweet Soy Sauce 500ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eHita Shoyu, located in Ōita Prefecture, is originally a koji-ya (maltster) established in the Edo period since 1843 and specialized in producing soy sauce, miso paste and amazake (sweet fermented rice drink). This Japanese dark sweet soy sauce is a variety of rich soy sauce mainly used for sushi and sashimi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis soy sauce base is \"Kiage-shoyu\": a freshly extracted soy sauce that has very fresh aroma with a faint sweetness. The taste of this shoyu is deeper but less saltier than than commonly sold soy sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture is slightly thick and has a rich taste. While this product is originally made for sashimi, you can use it as a seasoning for other dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eUsing this product for teriyaki (grilled dishes seasoned with soy sauce and sugar) and simmered dishes is another worth-trying usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 500ml\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Soybean, wheat, salt, sugar, seasoning (amino acids), sweetener (stevia), thickener (xanthan gum), alcohol, preservative\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNutrition facts (per 100ml): Energy 69kcal, protein 7.6g, fat 0g, carbohydrate 9.6g, sodium 13.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNote: Store the container in a refrigerator and away from impact and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japanese Taste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39429181636691,"sku":"HITA-MSKSHO-500","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-HITA-MSKSHO-500-Hita_Murasaki_Shoyu_Japanese_Dark_Sweet_Soy_Sauce_500ml.jpg?v=1746146490"},{"product_id":"teraoka-sweet-soy-sauce-for-egg-dishes-150ml","title":"Teraoka Sweet Soy Sauce for Egg Dishes Umami Seasoning 150ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eTeraoka is a soy sauce brewer based in Hiroshima Prefecture that has inherited traditional wooden vat brewing methods to create authentic soy sauces. Did you know that their sweetened soy sauce originally designed for egg rice is their best-selling product?\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis sweetened soy sauce is the result of trial and error by the manufacturer and is designed to maximize the flavor of the egg. Add a spoonful of this shoyu to cooked rice and you will realize the difference from when it is seasoned with normal soy sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis is made with Teraoka’s naturally brewed soy sauce, bonito flakes, Hokkaido kombu, and Japanese oyster extract as a secret ingredient. As a result, you can use this soy sauce as a soup base to enrich the flavor of any dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis product pairs extremely well with egg dishes, especially egg with rice, but you can also try it with other egg dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOther recommendations by Teraoka: stir-fry dishes, simmered dishes, base ingredient of nabe soup, substitute for mentsuyu by diluting it with water.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 150ml\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMain ingredients: Soy sauce, sugar, mirin, bonito flake extract, salt, kombu extract, oyster extract, yeast extract, shiitake mushroom extract\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNutrition facts (per 15ml): Energy 19kcal, protein 1.1g, fat 0.0g, carbohydrate 3.6g, sodium 2.0g\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePotential allergens: Wheat, soybean\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer name: Teraoka Yuki Jyozo Co., Ltd.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Teraoka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39889476419667,"sku":"TRKA-SWTSHO-150","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/Teraoka-Sweet-Soy-Sauce-for-Egg-Dishes-150ml-1-2024-10-01T07_45_43.775Z.jpg?v=1743421654"},{"product_id":"yamato-japanese-sweet-soy-sauce-for-ice-cream-150ml","title":"Yamato Japanese Sweet Soy Sauce for Ice Cream 150ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever added soy sauce to ice cream? Although it is true that soy sauce is able to enhance the flavor of any food including ice cream (be careful not to add too much though!), this is not a common way of consuming it. Nonetheless, a soy sauce specialist Yamato has invented one for ice cream.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis soy sauce is mildly sweetened with sugar, starch syrup, and mirin sweet sake. This apparent mismatch of saltiness and sweetness is actually harmonious.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eIts viscous texture makes it suitable for making mitarashi-dango (skewered rice dumplings that are glazed with sweetened soy sauce).\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, this soy sauce also pairs well with sweet vegetables such as satsumaimo sweet potato and kabocha squash.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eNet contents: 150ml\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMain ingredients: Sugar, starch syrup, soy sauce, mirin, starch\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePotential allergens: Soybean, wheat\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Yamato","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40104195424339,"sku":"YMTO-SWTSHO-150","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1969\/5775\/files\/P-1-YMTO-SWTSHO-150-Yamato_Japanese_Sweet_Soy_Sauce_for_Ice_Cream_150ml.jpg?v=1743425834"},{"product_id":"yamakawa-honey-and-mirin-tamari-shoyu-sweet-soy-sauce-150ml","title":"Sweet Soy Sauce Honey \u0026 Mirin Tamari Shoyu 150ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis honey and mirin seasoned tamari soy sauce from Yamakawa Jozo takes a rich, salty, umami sauce and adds a balancing sweetness, and a whole lot more richness. Perfect as a dipping sauce, a secret ingredient, or a general seasoning, you’ll go far with this in your cooking arsenal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweet and salty combination of honey and soy sauce has been popular in Japan for a while now, and its popularity shows no signs of slowing down. But this product is more special than simply honey and soy sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base of the product, rather than a standard soy sauce, is Yamakawa’s special tamari shoyu, made with only carefully selected domestic soybeans, salt, and koji to ensure the best taste possible. 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