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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.
Classification
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Used in (typical product categories)
Finished-product categories that commonly include this ingredient in Japanese-market formulations.
- Fresh and frozen shiba-ebi retail
What it is
Metapenaeus joyneri small coastal shrimp.
Typical uses in Japanese products
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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References
- MEXT 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.