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Amaebi (Sweet Shrimp / Northern Pink Shrimp)
あまえび (Amaebi)
Also known as: Amaebi, Sweet shrimp, Northern pink shrimp, Pandalus eous, 甘えび, Hokkokuaka-ebi
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | あまえび |
| Common Japanese notations | あまえび, 甘えび, ホッコクアカエビ |
| Origin | Northern pink shrimp (Pandalus eous); harvested principally Sea of Japan and Hokkaido waters; principal Japanese landing regions Niigata, Toyama, Ishikawa, Hokkaido; significant imports from Russia, Greenland, Canada |
| Typical functions | Premium sushi/sashimi topping — defining sweet-flavor shrimp sushi, Foodservice and home preparation, Premium gift retail (Hokkaido and Sea of Japan coast) |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. Crustacean allergen (mandatory disclosure under JAS). Domestic vs imported origin disclosure essential. |
Amaebi (あまえび / 甘えび) — northern pink shrimp (Pandalus eous) — is a premium Japanese sushi/sashimi shrimp distinguished by its sweet flavor (giving the name 'sweet shrimp'). Niigata, Toyama, Ishikawa, Hokkaido lead domestic landings; significant imports from Russia, Greenland, Canada. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen** requiring disclosure.
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Product applications
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Used in (typical product categories)
Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.
- Fresh and frozen amaebi retail
- Pre-shelled amaebi for sushi production
What it is
Pandalus eous northern pink shrimp.
Typical uses in Japanese products
Premium sushi/sashimi topping.
Foodservice and home use.
Premium Hokkaido and Sea of Japan gift retail.
For OEM: fresh and frozen amaebi retail, sushi-grade pre-shelled supply.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.** Domestic vs imported origin essential.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Established global northern pink shrimp trade. Crustacean allergen mandatory. |
|---|---|
| USA | Established US shrimp market. Crustacean allergen mandatory. |
| China | Established global trade. |
| Korea | Established Korean shrimp market. |
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References
- MEXT Standard Tables of Food Composition — あまえび
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.