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Best Japanese Seaweed Producers
Sanpuku Nori is a Japanese company specializing in the sourcing and distribution of the highest quality nori. All their premium products are made from tender young shoots of first-harvest nori (ichibanzumi). The company sources nori from the northwestern part of the Ariake Sea, where the Chikugo River brings clean, nutrient-rich freshwater from surrounding mountains, creating ideal conditions for nori cultivation.
This nori is renowned for its exceptional flavor, texture, and freshness, melting in the mouth and delivering a unique gastronomic experience. Based in Saga City near the Ariake Sea, Sanpuku Nori supplies the finest nori to restaurants, ryokans, and gourmet enthusiasts across Japan.
Motoi Nori is a Japanese company specializing in the processing and wholesale distribution of nori (seaweed) and other dried goods. Founded in 1931 by Masaichi Motoi in Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture, the company has expanded its reach across Japan, including Hokkaido, Karafuto, and Taiwan.
In 1972, the company was reorganized from "Motoi Masaichi Shoten" to "Motoi Nori Co., Ltd." Since then, it has continued to grow, establishing facilities such as a low-temperature warehouse in 1977 and a new head office building in 1993. The company sources nori from various regions across Japan, including the Seto Inland Sea and Ariake Sea, ensuring a stable supply of high-quality products.
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Morihan, founded in 1836, is a family-run company with nearly two centuries of tradition in producing high-quality Japanese green tea. Located in Uji, Kyoto, a region renowned as the birthplace of matcha, Morihan has become one of Japan's leading and most innovative green tea companies.
Throughout its history, the company has developed many pioneering products, including the first cold-brew Japanese green tea about 100 years ago and the first frothy matcha latte 25 years ago. Today, their range of instant Japanese green teas includes roasted green tea (hojicha), instant mixes for green tea pudding, spiced tea (chai), and much more.
AWARDS
Great Taste Awards - 2 stars
2024
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Best Japanese Seaweeds
Motoi Nori's 10 Full Sheets feature top-quality roasted seaweed, harvested from Japan's renowned Ariake Sea, known for producing exceptional nori. These expertly roasted sheets deliver a crisp texture and deep seaweed flavor, making them perfect for sushi rolls, onigiri, or as a flavorful snack on their own.
Packaged in a resealable bag to ensure lasting freshness, they should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, and refrigerated after opening to maintain their optimal taste and texture.
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