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Shiba-ebi (Shiba Shrimp)
しばえび (Shiba-ebi)
Also known as: Shiba-ebi, Shiba shrimp, Metapenaeus joyneri, 芝海老
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| Category | Food |
|---|---|
| Japanese labeling name | しばえび |
| Common Japanese notations | しばえび, 芝海老, シバエビ |
| Origin | Shiba shrimp (Metapenaeus joyneri); coastal small shrimp |
| Typical functions | Tempura, kakiage, Edomae sushi minced application |
| Regulatory status in Japan | Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.** |
Shiba-ebi (しばえび / 芝海老) is small Japanese shrimp for tempura kakiage and minced sushi applications.
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Common OEM product categories
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- Fresh and frozen shiba-ebi retail
Ingredient profile
Metapenaeus joyneri small coastal shrimp.
OEM applications
Tempura kakiage.
Minced for sushi.
For OEM: foodservice and processed-food supply.
Regulatory classification in Japan
Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.**
Regulatory classification in other markets
| EU | Niche specialty. |
|---|---|
| USA | Niche specialty. |
| China | Niche specialty. |
| Korea | Niche specialty. |
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Seasonality & supply calendar
- Harvest months
- May – December (Tokyo Bay and Ariake Sea)
- Peak supply
- September – November
- Off-season
- January – April
Source: 水産庁 / 関東漁連 statistics. Used heavily in tempura and kakiage applications.
Storage requirements
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- Temperature
- Frozen −20°C IQF; chilled 0°C for prepared
- Conditions
- Cleaned and frozen IQF
- Shelf life
- Frozen 9 months
Supply concentration
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- Primary regions
- Tokyo Bay (Chiba, Tokyo), Ariake Sea (Fukuoka)
- Import dependence
- Mostly domestic
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Certifications commonly available
Certification schemes commonly obtainable for this raw material. Always confirm the specific supplier's current certificate before contracting.
| Scheme | Availability | |
|---|---|---|
| Halal | On-request | |
| Kosher | Unavailable |
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Quick answers
- What is Shiba-ebi (Shiba Shrimp)?
- Shiba-ebi (しばえび / 芝海老) is small Japanese shrimp for tempura kakiage and minced sushi applications.
- What is the regulatory status of Shiba-ebi (Shiba Shrimp) in Japan?
- Standard food labeling. **Crustacean is JAS-mandatory allergen.**
- What products typically use Shiba-ebi (Shiba Shrimp)?
- Fresh and frozen shiba-ebi retail
- Where does Shiba-ebi (Shiba Shrimp) come from?
- Shiba shrimp (Metapenaeus joyneri); coastal small shrimp
- What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Shiba-ebi (Shiba Shrimp)?
- JSCI: しばえび
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References
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — しばえび
Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.