Japanese Bamboo Charcoal
日本産竹炭 (Nihonsan Takesumi)
At a glance
| Japanese name | 日本産竹炭 |
|---|---|
| Romaji | Nihonsan Takesumi |
| Category | Traditional materials |
| Regions of origin | Nationwide (Fukuoka, Nara, Miyazaki, Shikoku primary) |
| Typical MOQ | 100g – 1kg (retail); 500g – 10kg+ (B2B wholesale) |
| Japan regulatory status | Food additive (植物炭末色素); cosmetic ingredient |
| Suppliers listed | 5 suppliers |
About this ingredient
Activated charcoal produced by charring Moso Bamboo at 1,000°C in traditional earth kilns, pulverized to micron-scale particles. Classified in Japan as 'plant charcoal color' food additive (植物炭末色素).
Regulatory status
| Japan | Food additive (植物炭末色素); cosmetic ingredient |
|---|---|
| EU | E153 Vegetable Carbon food additive (approved with restrictions) |
| United States | Food ingredient; activated charcoal FDA monograph for digestive aid |
Japanese suppliers
Seishin Kigyō Co., Ltd.
株式会社セイシン企業
TokyoMoso bamboo traditional earth-kiln carbonization plus jet-mill micronization.
Nippon AIM Co., Ltd.
株式会社日本エイム
National university joint researchMarugoto Take-sumi 100% bincho-yaki bamboo charcoal with national university joint research.
Nara Charcoal Industry Co., Ltd.
奈良炭化工業株式会社
NaraNara earth-kiln carbonization at 1000°C; food-grade plant charcoal color (植物炭末色素).
Takesumi no Sato Co., Ltd.
株式会社竹炭の里
MiyazakiMiyazaki vertically integrated bamboo cultivation through finished charcoal.
Taketora
株式会社山岸竹材店 (竹虎)
KochiEst. 1894English supportExport experienceShikoku tigerwood (虎斑竹) and bamboo charcoal heritage producer since 1894.
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Last updated: 2026-04-24