{"title":"Featured Collection","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"umami-mart-spherical-ice-tray","title":"Umami Mart Spherical Ice Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpheres have less surface area, which means the ice melts slower and keeps drinks colder longer than regular ice cubes. This Spherical Ice Tray makes three ice spheres that are about the size of billiards balls. Perfect for any drinks served on the rocks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our video on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Xph90lEhgYc\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\"\u003ehow to use the ice tray\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xph90lEhgYc\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: Makes 3 spheres per tray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: Approx. 3\"W x 9\"L; each sphere is 2.25\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29170110922831,"sku":"01-400-0001","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ice_tray_black_label.jpg?v=1492113731"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-seamless-plain-mixing-glass","title":"Umami Mart Seamless Plain Mixing Glass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eDesigned by Umami Mart and made in Japan, this sturdy, high quality mixing glass is completely seamless and without designs or etchings. We call it \"plain,\" but it's far from ordinary!* Its \u003cspan\u003eminimalist design is elegantly simple, but its wide mouth and base and its beaker-like spout make building, stirring, and pouring cocktails easy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to take our word for i\u003c\/span\u003et – since 2016, Wirecutter has called our Seamless Plain Mixing Glass \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/thesweethome.com\/reviews\/best-barware-for-making-cocktails-at-home\/#glass\"\u003ethe Best Mixing Glass\u003c\/a\u003e; and it's been featured in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/guides\/gifts\/2019-holiday-gift-guide?category=Food+%26+Drink\"\u003eNew York Times Gift Guide\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't miss our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/barware-mixing-glasses\/products\/umami-mart-seamless-diamond-cut-mixing-glass\"\u003eSeamless Diamond Mixing Glass\u003c\/a\u003e with the same body and  capacity but with extra design flair. Or explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/barware-mixing-glasses\"\u003ecollection of mixing glasses\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant even more info? Check out how to properly use a \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.umamimart.life\/2011\/01\/happy-hour-whats-a-mixing-glass\/\"\u003emixing glass\u003c\/a\u003e on the Umami Mart blog!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use in dishwasher. Do not put in freezer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/span\u003e18.5 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5.25\"H x 3.5\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned by Umami Mart; made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Once in a blue moon, you may notice air bubbles in your glass. This is a naturally occurring phenomenon when creating the glass. The glass factory tries to control these air bubbles but alas, sometimes those suckers get stuck in there. The factory assures us that these bubbles do not effect the quality of the glass or contribute to breakage. So stir away!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease do not let this glass go from hot to cold, or cold to hot; the glass will crack when extreme temperature change occurs. We recommend hand-washing this glass and letting it come down to room temperature before putting ice into it.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21431782768719,"sku":"01-600-0002","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/seamless_plain.jpg?v=1492130918"},{"product_id":"7oz-gold-circle-glass-6-pack","title":"7 oz Medium Gold Circle Glass (6-Pack)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Toyo-Sasaki 7 oz tumblers have a gold rim for a touch of elegance. \u003cspan\u003eWe suggest using these for wine, sake, or aperitif. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/11oz-gold-circle-glass-6-pack\"\u003e11 oz Gold Circle Glasses\u003c\/a\u003e are also available to complement the 7 oz size. These glasses are dishwasher safe!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about our visit to the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.umamimart.life\/2014\/06\/tsg-hard-strong-glass-factory-chiba\/\"\u003eToyo-Sasaki Glass factory\u003c\/a\u003e in Chiba, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for: Wine, sake, water, spirits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComes with: Six glasses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCapacity: 7 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 2.75”H x 2.75”D \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Glass with 22K gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Toyo-Sasaki Glass Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19792384647,"sku":"","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/flatbottom_gold_med_095d6e19-9c95-43ae-b2cb-cd9f79eeef7e.jpg?v=1492114647"},{"product_id":"hasami-black-mug-medium","title":"Hasami Black Mug Medium HPB020","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe Hasami Black Mug is stackable with other Hasami mugs, small oak or walnut tray, small plate, sugar pot, and milk pitcher. Mix and match with Brown or Gloss Gray Hasami tableware and oak or walnut trays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs Hasami products are handmade and hand-glazed, please note that there may be slight variations in color and finish on these products. Hasami Tableware is dishwasher and microwave safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: 13 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 3.75\"D x 3.5\"H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hasami","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31732281737295,"sku":"10-100-0005","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hasami_mug_black_M.jpg?v=1491521957"},{"product_id":"hinoki-bath-bag","title":"Hinoki Bath Bag","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eHinoki\u003c\/em\u003e, or Japanese Cypress has a soothingly minty, lemon fresh aroma that opens the nasal passages and signals relaxation. Each sachet is filled with rejuvenating hinoki shavings that give off a forest fresh aroma when dropped into a hot bath. Go ahead and treat yourself to an \u003cem\u003eonsen\u003c\/em\u003e-like experience without having to pay for the plane ticket to Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach package comes with two sachets and each sachet can be used up to three times. Hang dry between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10\"L x 4-1\/2\" W x 2\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Hinoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo sachets come in an air-tight aluminum package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Kochi, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tosaryu Hinoki Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49853118410,"sku":"14-300-0022","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/tosaryu_hinoki.jpg?v=1548952440"},{"product_id":"hinoki-stool","title":"Hinoki Stool","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhen visiting an \u003cem\u003eonsen\u003c\/em\u003e or a public bath house in Japan, you'll surely notice the small, charming stools in front of each showering station, where folks can sit while lathering up. It's genius!\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem class=\"il\"\u003eHinoki\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese cypress) has a soothing, minty, lemon fresh aroma that opens the nasal passages and signals relaxation. Hinoki is also known to be antibacterial and highly rot-resistant, which makes it ideal to place in moist or misty places. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handsome stool is perfect for a Japanese-style bath, or for displaying pots or found objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/hinoki-soap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHinoki Soap\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/hot-springs-hinoki-aroma-bath-bags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHinoki Bath Bags\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor the full experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10-3\/4\"L x 6-3\/4\"W x 9-1\/4\"H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade with Hinoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Mie, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umezawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30948598579279,"sku":"14-300-0025","price":87.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hinoki_stool.jpg?v=1575414717"},{"product_id":"hinoki-bath-mat-17","title":"Hinoki Bath Mat 17\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem class=\"il\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem class=\"il\"\u003eHinoki\u003c\/em\u003e (Japanese cypress) has a soothing, minty, lemon fresh aroma that opens the nasal passages and signals relaxation. Hinoki is also known to be antibacterial and highly rot-resistant, which makes it ideal to place in moist or misty places. Say \"bye\" to bacteria-laden furry bath mats and \"hello\" to this hygienic mat that massages your feet every time you step in and out of the shower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/hot-springs-hinoki-aroma-bath-bags\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHinoki Bath Bag\u003c\/a\u003e for the full experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 13-3\/4\"L x 17-3\/4\"W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Hinoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Kochi, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tosaryu Hinoki Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32658819711055,"sku":"14-300-0023","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/hinoki_bath_mat.jpg?v=1604533199"},{"product_id":"suncraft-red-point-paring-knife","title":"Suncraft Red Point Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, this stylish lacquered wood paring knife from Suncraft has a razor-sharp, stainless steel blade. But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Sakura wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32779860672591,"sku":"11-200-0001","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/suncraft_red_paring.jpg?v=1608241090"},{"product_id":"baby-owl-greeting-card-6-pack","title":"Baby Owl Greeting Card 6-Pack","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese greeting cards were designed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/gifts-studio-arhoj-collection\"\u003eStudio Arhoj\u003c\/a\u003e for Umami Mart when we opened our doors in 2012. These playful cards with a blank inside are perfect for birthdays, thank yous, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day – you name it! Each card is printed using soy-based ink on recycled card stock. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCard (blank inside) and envelope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: 4.25\" x 5.5\", in A2 envelopes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterials: Low-VOC soy-based inks on recycled cardstock made with 30% post consumer waste fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComes with 6 cards envelopes per pack  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePrinted in Oakland, CA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Studio Arhoj","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":32905152036943,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/card_owl.jpg?v=1616101682"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-junmai-sake-btl-720ml","title":"Umami Mart Junmai Sake (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFull of umami and acidity, discover a full range of flavors and textures with our flagship sake brewed by our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/event-recap-kita-brewery-sake-tasting\"\u003eKita Brewery\u003c\/a\u003e in Shiga, Japan. Get notes of grapeskin on the nose, with a custardy mouthfeel and a satisfying \u003cem\u003ekire \u003c\/em\u003e(clean ending). Enjoy with cheese, rib eye, yakitori, shellfish, and pasta.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is very close to our hearts as we have teamed up with one of our favorite breweries, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/a-visit-to-kita-brewery-in-shiga\"\u003eKita Shuzo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Shiga, Japan, to formulate this very special brew. Kita Shuzo prides itself on cultivating their koji for up to 50 hours instead of the usual 40 for more \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ekokumi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (richness) and ample UMAMI – eureka! It is only fitting that this would be our flagship sake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYamada Nishiki is used for the \u003cem\u003ekojimai\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eshubo\u003c\/em\u003e (starter mash). Ginfubuki is used for the \u003cem\u003ekakemai\u003c\/em\u003e (rice that's added to the shubo).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Shiga, Japan by Kita Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJunmai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): Yamada Nishiki + Ginfubuki 60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV 16-17% \/SMV: +3 \/ Acidity: 1.7\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e","brand":"JFC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39491316908111,"sku":"04-200-0133","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/um_junmai.jpg?v=1626992282"},{"product_id":"dont-be-so-imo-three-pack","title":"Don't Be Imo Three Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eJilted, bitter, and misanthropic? Indifferent? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe're with you. Don't be imo! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhether you're wallowing, whining, wailing, or wiggling, let these shochus meet you there. We've selected three \u003cem\u003eimo\u003c\/em\u003e (sweet potato) shochus \u003cem\u003enever before\u003c\/em\u003e stocked at Umami Mart. We're pumped to share them with you! These selections run the gambit from cool and classy to bold and brash, showcasing the breadth and diversity of 芋焼酎 (\u003cem\u003eimojochu-\u003c\/em\u003e sweet potato shochu), Japan's most popular style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTimes are interesting, and passions are at an all-time high. We encourage you to lean into it, take care of #1! Just don't be so imo! These fierce flavors will give you something to cry (tears of joy) about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/new-products\/products\/asahi-mannen-10-000-years-sweet-potato-shochu\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e If you love shochu and you find this pack well-curated for you, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-shochu-gumi\/products\/shochu-gumi\"\u003econsider joining our shochu club\u003c\/a\u003e! Shochu director Kayoko works tirelessly to get the newest and best offerings for our members, many of which are previously unavailable or rare to find in the U.S. We are 80 members and growing strong. See you over there!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that bottles may vary from photo, depending on availability \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eDon't Be Imo Three Pack Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/komaki-issho-bronze-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-720ml?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=issho\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003eKomaki Issho Bronze Sweet Potato Shochu \u003c\/a\u003e(BTL 720ml Kagoshima)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/collections\/sake-and-spirits-shochu\/products\/kura-no-shikon-pink-imo-shochu-btl-720ml\"\u003eKura No Shikon Pink Sweet Potato Shochu \u003c\/a\u003e(720ml, Kagoshima)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/manzen-sweet-potato-shochu-btl-24-oz\"\u003eManzen Sweet Potato Shochu \u003c\/a\u003e(720ml, Kagoshima)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Various","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39762310791247,"sku":"05-600-0004","price":104.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/imo_pack.jpg?v=1697932984"},{"product_id":"luna-koshihikari-organic-rice","title":"Luna Koshihikari Shinmai Organic Rice - 5lbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to the limited quantity of this product at this time, there is five bag limit per order! Thank you for understanding\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrown with the environment in mind! USDA organic and fertilizer-free.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA message from the producer: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe rice is shinmai (just milled) and can be cooked with less water thru Jan- Feb. 1c rice : 90% water due to moisture in rice, tho the rice is stabilized and does not have to be refrigerated. Store in cool dry place. If the 90% water is too stiff or hard to your liking, just add teaspoon of water and steam additionally. It is better to under-water and over stream which keeps the kernel intact for best texture.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis single origin premium Koshihikari rice is grown organically in the Sacramento Valley by a fourth generation rice farmer. Koshihikari is widely-known in Japan for its sweet flavor, pillow-soft texture, and translucent moonlight white grain. Professional chefs often favor this rice for its softness – it feels like you can taste each grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rice is also known for being one of the hardest rice varieties to grow organically – its unique shape and growing time are unfavorable to most rice farmers. Luna Koshihikari Organic Rice is paving the way for future farmers not only by committing to growing premium rice locally, but also by growing pesticide-free, milling using water-saving and energy-saving techniques, and using solar power to support their operations. This very special bag of rice is guaranteed to elevate any dish and support local and organic farmers along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWendy Tsuji, creator of Luna Koshihikari milled by Far West Rice, says:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eI was surprised when I found out that less than 3% of California rice in Sacramento Valley is organic. I have always liked horticulture and learning about specific cultivars in food. Though Koshihikari is difficult to grow, it intrigued me that where this variety is from originally is latitude 39 in Japan, the Sacramento Valley is similarly latitude 39. I wanted to see if a premium organic Koshihikari could be grown locally, and compete with the taste profile of the best rice from Japan, without paying for the extreme freight costs.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe comparison in distance and energy consumption is that this local Luna rice comes from 171 miles away. Rice from Japan travels 5000 miles by comparison. Developing the Luna Koshihikari started as a “proof of concept” to see if I could bring to market a premium organic white rice as \u003c\/em\u003eshinmai\u003cem\u003e (new crop) for restaurants who would support the organic and sustainability concept, despite costing more, as our part against climate change. It was important to be organic, use less water with drill seeding, and have the best mill possible with 85% solar energy, and only have to travel from our “backyard” saving a lot of fuel. I wanted to take my experience in design and architectural sustainability and see if I could apply it to an agricultural product that could have some impact in the restaurant industry.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsuji explains her method of cooking rice in her \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/products\/kamado-san-black-donabe\"\u003eKamado-san Donabe\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRatio: 3 cups rice to 3 cups water\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Wash gently 3x until water is clear\u003cbr\u003e2. Drain rice in colander, and put into kamado, add the 3 cups water. Optional: let stand in water for 20 minutes.\u003cbr\u003e3. 12 minutes on high until steam comes out.\u003cbr\u003e4. Turn off completely and let steam for 30-40 minutes, fluff rice before serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eIngredients: rice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e5 pounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: rice in a kraft paper bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Nelson, CA by Far West Rice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Far West Rice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40582691684431,"sku":"13-600-0013","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/luna_rice.jpg?v=1678405426"},{"product_id":"hakusen-fukuraijun-hon-mirin-btl-720ml","title":"Fukuraijun Hon Mirin (BTL 720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note this product contains alcohol and will require someone over 21 years old to purchase in store or sign for it at delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou asked for it, we got it! A rare sighting outside of Japan, we got our hands on real-deal hon mirin. Unlike ajimirin, and other mirins made with corn syrup, this mirin is brewed using the traditional method of using only rice, koji, and shochu with no additives or sweeteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis mirin was fermented over 90 days and further aged for three years, giving its deep flavor of honey, raisins, dashi, miso aka, lots of umami!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse it in soups, sauces, or simply warm it up and enjoy as a sipper right before bed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrewed in Gifu, Japan by Hakusen Shuzo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Hon Mirin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Mochi rice, koji, shochu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABV : 14%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 fl oz (720ml)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hakusen Shuzo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41635129065551,"sku":"13-400-0047","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/honmirin.jpg?v=1753904547"},{"product_id":"umami-mart-matcha","title":"Umami Mart Matcha","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe collaborated with our long time favorite tea importer \u003ca data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/lauren-purvis-of-mizuba-tea-co?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59d6360f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/lauren-purvis-of-mizuba-tea-co?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59d6360f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eMizuba Tea Co.\u003c\/a\u003e to bring you this exclusive stone-milled, ceremonial grade matcha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStone-milling gives the matcha more complex, nutty flavors (as compared to jet or ball milled matcha), which results in an umami-forward (surprise!), invigorating, and pleasantly bitter drink. With an 800 year history, stone-milling today only accounts for 2% of Japan's entire tea production – we are so fortunate to share this ancient tradition with you through our matcha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis ichibancha tea from Uji is shade-grown – making the leaves tender and full of layered, complex flavors. Because ichibancha are comprised of the first picking of the new tea leaf shoots of the year, they are the most prized. We hope you will enjoy this special matcha as much as we do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our interview with Lauren Purvis, founder of Mizuba Tea Co. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/lauren-purvis-of-mizuba-tea-co?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=59d6360f6\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. 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Drizzle this over vegetables, roasted chicken, seafood, tofu, and cheese for ultimate flavor explosions. Smoked with sakura (cherry) wood, keep this shoyu (soy sauce) on hand at the dinner table to enhance all dishes! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1923, Yugeta Shoyu hails from Tawame in Saitama Prefecture. \u003cspan\u003eToday the company is run by fourth generation Mr. Yohichi Yugeta, who is keeping alive traditional shoyu (soy sauce) making. Yugeta Shoyu’s soy sauce is brewed naturally and uses only Japan-grown wheat and soybeans. \u003c\/span\u003ePlease refrigerate after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.life\/blogs\/main\/kuishinbo-a-trip-to-yugeta-shoyu-brewery-saitama\"\u003ebrewery tour photos\u003c\/a\u003e by Yuki HD in 2013!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"p1\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eCapacity: 210ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMaterial: Plastic bottle and plastic snap lid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eIngredients: water, Japan-grown soybeans, wheat, sea salt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Saitama, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Japanese Pantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42210550415439,"sku":"13-100-0031","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/smoked_shoyu_jp.jpg?v=1740096484"},{"product_id":"california-umeshu-btl720ml","title":"California Umeshu (BTL 750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with ume harvested in San \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBernardino and Yolo Counties, this umeshu captures the California sun and unique tartness of the delightful fruit, akin to an apricot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRested and bottled in Berkeley, enjoy California Umeshu on the rocks or with club soda. 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All members get hand-picked bottles under a monthly theme that Yoko Kumano, Sake Director at Umami Mart curates. Since 2015, Sake Gumi has educated and delighted sake lovers across the country. Join the club for exclusive discounts, complimentary sake tasting, invites to members-only events, and personal concierge service.\u003cspan class=\"tiers--shipping\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tiers--tagline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver:\u003c\/strong\u003e One Bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tiers--tagline\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold: \u003c\/strong\u003eTwo Bottles and a zine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tiers--tagline\"\u003eAll members get a monthly newsletter, one free pour a month at our bar, and discounts everyday. Please see below FAQ for full list of perks at each level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tiers--tagline\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a monthly service, where you get one or two bottles every month. We do not offer a yearly gift subscription. If you'd like to subscribe for a year, we would be happy to send you a reminder in one year to unsubscribe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tiers--tagline\"\u003eWe offer pick up or ship options. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you are a pick up member, please note that we hold bottles for 60 days only, and after that they will be considered forfeited (i.e. you will not get a refund for these bottles).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":42811959902287,"sku":"","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gold","offer_id":42811959935055,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/sakegumi_thumbnail_logo.png?v=1750275254"},{"product_id":"ao-kinyo-tea-pot-w-strainer","title":"Kinyo Tea Pot","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUpgrade your tea game from bags to loose leaf with this handsome teapot. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eThe rustic terra cotta lightly comes through the pale blue glaze and accented throughout the pot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFeaturing a simple design that allows tea leaves to fully open while steeping, you are sure to get a full-flavored tea, cup after cup. 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