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Sashimi Shoyu (Premium Sashimi Soy Sauce)
刺身しょうゆ (Sashimi-shōyu)
Also known as: Sashimi shoyu, Premium sashimi soy sauce, 刺身醤油, Tamari-shoyu (heavier viscosity types)
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | 刺身しょうゆ |
| Common Japanese notations | 刺身しょうゆ, 刺身醤油 |
| Origin | Premium soy sauce specifically formulated for sashimi accompaniment — typically fuller-bodied with reduced salt and added umami enhancers; principal Japanese producers Yamasa, Kikkoman premium, Kayanoya |
| Typical functions | Premium sashimi accompaniment — distinctive viscosity and umami profile vs everyday koikuchi shoyu |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. **Wheat and soybean are JAS-recommended-disclosure allergens.** |
Sashimi shoyu (刺身しょうゆ / 刺身醤油) is premium soy sauce specifically formulated for sashimi accompaniment — fuller-bodied, reduced salt, with umami enhancers. Distinct from everyday koikuchi shoyu.
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- Premium sashimi-shoyu bottle retail
Ingredient profile
Premium sashimi-formulated soy sauce.
OEM applications
Sashimi accompaniment.
For OEM: premium retail OEM.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. Wheat and soybean allergens recommended.
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Established Japanese-cuisine retail. |
|---|---|
| USA | Established US sushi/sashimi specialty. |
| China | Established trade. |
| Korea | Established trade. |
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- What is Sashimi Shoyu (Premium Sashimi Soy Sauce)?
- Sashimi shoyu (刺身しょうゆ / 刺身醤油) is premium soy sauce specifically formulated for sashimi accompaniment — fuller-bodied, reduced salt, with umami enhancers. Distinct from everyday koikuchi shoyu.
- What is the regulatory status of Sashimi Shoyu (Premium Sashimi Soy Sauce) in Japan?
- Standard food labeling. **Wheat and soybean are JAS-recommended-disclosure allergens.**
- What products typically use Sashimi Shoyu (Premium Sashimi Soy Sauce)?
- Premium sashimi-shoyu bottle retail
- Where does Sashimi Shoyu (Premium Sashimi Soy Sauce) come from?
- Premium soy sauce specifically formulated for sashimi accompaniment — typically fuller-bodied with reduced salt and added umami enhancers; principal Japanese producers Yamasa, Kikkoman premium, Kayanoya
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Sashimi Shoyu (Premium Sashimi Soy Sauce)?
- JSCI: 刺身しょうゆ
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References
- Japan Soy Sauce Industry — sashimi-shoyu product specifications
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.