At a glance
- Japanese name
- 奥能登塩田村
- Established
- 1986
- Location
- Suzu, Ishikawa
- English support
- Inquire via operator
- Export experience
- US, EU, Asia
- Website
- www.notojio.com
Editor's scoring
Overall 10/25 (40%)
- English supportMinimal
- Export experienceStrong
- Certification breadthMinimal
- MOQ flexibilityLimited
- Lead timeLimited
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About
Heritage saltworks in Suzu (Noto Peninsula, Ishikawa) operating the traditional 'agehama' salt-making method designated as a UNESCO Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System. Hand-poured seawater on raked sand, sun-evaporated, then condensed in an iron pan over wood fire. The premium hand-made salt is sold to Japanese fine-dining restaurants and exported to Michelin-listed Western kitchens. A reference producer for export-grade artisanal Japanese sea salt.
Ingredients offered
FAQ about Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd.
Q. What does Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. produce?
Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. is listed on this platform with 1 ingredient for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include marine functional ingredients. Examples include Nigari (Bittern / Magnesium Chloride).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. official site
Q. Where is Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. located, and how does that affect shipping?
Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. is based in Suzu, Ishikawa, Japan (established 1986). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. support overseas buyers in English?
Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. primarily operates in Japanese. OEM JAPAN's operator team handles inquiry translation, specification documentation, and ongoing communication on behalf of overseas buyers — no Japanese language capability required from your side.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. have?
Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. has not registered specific third-party certifications on this platform — request COA, GMP statement, and ISO documentation directly via the inquiry form. They have prior export experience (markets served include: US, EU, Asia).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts Noto Saltworks Co., Ltd. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-05-05