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Matsumo (Pine Algae)
まつも (Matsumo)
Also known as: Matsumo, Pine algae, Analipus japonicus, 松藻
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | まつも |
| Common Japanese notations | まつも, 松藻, マツモ |
| Origin | Analipus japonicus; harvested in northern Pacific coastal regions (Tohoku, Hokkaido); brief spring season |
| Typical functions | Tohoku/Hokkaido regional cuisine specialty, Sashimi accompaniment |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen. |
Matsumo (まつも / 松藻) — Analipus japonicus — is a pine-needle-shaped specialty seaweed harvested in northern Pacific coastal regions for regional cuisine.
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- Salt-preserved or dried matsumo (regional specialty)
Ingredient profile
Analipus japonicus, pine-needle-shaped seaweed.
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Tohoku/Hokkaido regional cuisine.
For OEM: regional specialty retail.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Not a designated allergen.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty positioning. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty positioning. |
| China | Niche specialty positioning. |
| Korea | Niche specialty positioning. |
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- What is Matsumo (Pine Algae)?
- Matsumo (まつも / 松藻) — Analipus japonicus — is a pine-needle-shaped specialty seaweed harvested in northern Pacific coastal regions for regional cuisine.
- What is the regulatory status of Matsumo (Pine Algae) in Japan?
- Standard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen.
- What products typically use Matsumo (Pine Algae)?
- Salt-preserved or dried matsumo (regional specialty)
- Where does Matsumo (Pine Algae) come from?
- Analipus japonicus; harvested in northern Pacific coastal regions (Tohoku, Hokkaido); brief spring season
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Matsumo (Pine Algae)?
- JSCI: まつも
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — まつも
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.