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Shako (Mantis Shrimp)
しゃこ (Shako)
Also known as: Shako, Mantis shrimp, Oratosquilla oratoria, 蝦蛄
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | しゃこ |
| Common Japanese notations | しゃこ, 蝦蛄, シャコ |
| Origin | Mantis shrimp (Oratosquilla oratoria); Tokyo Bay heritage area; Edomae sushi specialty |
| Typical functions | Premium Edomae sushi topping (boiled with sweet glaze) |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.** |
Shako (しゃこ / 蝦蛄) is mantis shrimp, an Edomae sushi specialty traditionally from Tokyo Bay.
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- Pre-cooked shako retail (sushi-grade)
Ingredient profile
Oratosquilla oratoria mantis shrimp.
OEM applications
Edomae sushi topping.
For OEM: pre-cooked sushi-grade supply.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.**
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty in sushi channels. |
| China | Established Chinese mantis shrimp trade. |
| Korea | Niche specialty. |
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- What is Shako (Mantis Shrimp)?
- Shako (しゃこ / 蝦蛄) is mantis shrimp, an Edomae sushi specialty traditionally from Tokyo Bay.
- What is the regulatory status of Shako (Mantis Shrimp) in Japan?
- Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.**
- What products typically use Shako (Mantis Shrimp)?
- Pre-cooked shako retail (sushi-grade)
- Where does Shako (Mantis Shrimp) come from?
- Mantis shrimp (Oratosquilla oratoria); Tokyo Bay heritage area; Edomae sushi specialty
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Shako (Mantis Shrimp)?
- JSCI: しゃこ
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — しゃこ ゆで
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.