Brand's products NAYA SHOTEN

NAYA SHOTEN specializes in kombu and is based in Hakodate, Hokkaido Prefecture. Since its foundation in 1909, company has been selecting safe and healthy seaweed, while carefully preserving Hokkaido kombu production traditional methods. This selection contributes to the development of kombu industry and to environmental sustainability.

Her main challenge is to continue her efforts to spread kombu dashi worldwide, as a staple of Japanese cuisine, and to ensure that Japan is the first thing that comes to people's minds when they hear about kombu.

Artisan's message:

“Kombu is a traditional Japanese ingredient derived from nature. We process kombu that comes from Hokkaido natural resources and we are dedicated to creating products whose quality and flavor are constantly being improved.

In all our products, we carefully bring out kombu original taste and activate natural umami flavor - rather than artificial umami. We bring high-quality products within everyone's reach, with a focus on traditional ingredients and flavors.”