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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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At a glance

CategoryFood
Japanese labeling name刺身しょうゆ
Common Japanese notations刺身しょうゆ, 刺身醤油
OriginPremium 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 functionsPremium sashimi accompaniment — distinctive viscosity and umami profile vs everyday koikuchi shoyu
Regulatory status in JapanStandard 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.

Classification

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Functions

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Used in (typical product categories)

Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.

  • Premium sashimi-shoyu bottle retail

What it is

Premium sashimi-formulated soy sauce.

Typical uses in Japanese products

Sashimi accompaniment.

For OEM: premium retail OEM.

Regulatory classification in Japan

Standard food labeling. Wheat and soybean allergens recommended.

Regulatory classification in other markets

EUEstablished Japanese-cuisine retail.
USAEstablished US sushi/sashimi specialty.
ChinaEstablished trade.
KoreaEstablished trade.

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References

  1. Japan Soy Sauce Industry — sashimi-shoyu product specifications

Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.

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