Bringing Japanese food overseas. Why "Wa-no-Shoku," Japanese food that can be carried at room temperature, is the optimal solution for travel.

After a wonderful dining experience in Japan, as many people prepare to return home, they often think, "I want to share this taste with my loved ones back home." However, traveling abroad has always presented significant hurdles in terms of physical distance and time.

Delicate Japanese cuisine, in particular, is said to be all about freshness.

Even with coolants and insulated bags, considering flights lasting over ten hours and travel from the airport, bringing fresh food directly back home is not practical. As a result, until now, long-lasting sweets have been the main souvenir.

That's why we propose "Wa no Shoku," premium Japanese cuisine that can be carried at room temperature.

 

 

Let's unravel why this canned format is ideal as a souvenir for overseas, focusing on the quality behind it and the convenience of bringing it home.

No refrigeration needed. "Memories of Japan" that fit in your suitcase.

A major feature of Wa no Shoku is that it can be stored at "room temperature," just like confectionery.

No special refrigeration equipment or coolants are required. Simply pick it up at the store and tuck it into a corner of your suitcase, and you can bring Japan's rich seafood and mountain delicacies back to your home country.

The canned format is highly resistant to external impact and boasts extremely high airtightness. It is robust enough to withstand changes in air pressure during long flights and turbulence during transit.

Furthermore, since it can be stored at room temperature for a long time, there's no rush to give it away immediately after returning home. Both the giver and receiver can enjoy "Wa no Shoku" at their own pace. This can be considered a smart choice for modern travel.

 

Achieving the depth of a traditional Japanese restaurant at "room temperature"

Generally, it's often thought that the flavor of ingredients tends to be lost in long-lasting foods. However, to overturn that common perception, we complete the cooking process for each can "by hand."

In our own workshop in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, chefs who have honed their skills at Michelin-starred Japanese restaurants supervise the recipes. The "dashi" (broth), which forms the foundation of all dishes, takes a vast two days to meticulously extract the umami of kombu and bonito flakes. It is this painstaking foundation that eliminates the harshness typical of canned food, achieving a refined and profound flavor.

We make no compromises in selecting our ingredients. We use only carefully selected ingredients from all over Japan, such as natural sea bream from Ehime Prefecture, beni-zuwai crab from Kasumi, Hyogo Prefecture, and A5-grade Japanese Black beef from Miyazaki Prefecture.

Artisans adjust the heat according to the condition of these ingredients on the day, meticulously hand-packing each one into cans. We believe in the inherent power of the ingredients and adhere to cooking methods that rely on nothing unnecessary. This approach allows for an authentic Japanese dining experience, even at room temperature.

 

The standard of "safety" for crossing borders

When bringing food back from overseas, safety is paramount. We adhere to HACCP, an international standard for food safety, and maintain thorough quality control in our own workshop.

Furthermore, Wa no Shoku is committed to cooking that brings out the natural flavors of the ingredients. The fact that we achieve long-term preservation relying solely on heat sterilization technology and the chef's seasoning, without preservatives, is a quiet testament to our confidence.

We continue to maintain a quality that you can proudly present as a gift to your beloved family or to those who are sensitive to food safety.

 

Recreating the continuation of your journey at your table after returning home

What we offer is not merely "convenient food." It is like a "key" that can reawaken the emotions you experienced in Japan.

On a quiet evening after returning home, look at your travel photos and gently warm one of the cans you brought back. The aroma of dashi that spreads the moment you open the can will instantly transport you back to your travel destination in Japan.

When transferred to a bowl, a beautiful Japanese dish, painstakingly prepared by an artisan, will appear before you.

"The artisan selected these ingredients at that market." "This sea bream grew up in Japan's rich waters."

Sharing the taste of Japan with loved ones who couldn't go, accompanied by such conversations. This is the "scene after the problem is solved" that we most wish to deliver.

 

Our desire to deliver from Osaka's Kizu Market to the world

Our main store, located in Osaka's kitchen, the Kizu Wholesale Market, is visited daily by many international travelers, especially from Taiwan.

Everyone chooses their favorite item from our diverse lineup of 42 products, without worrying about weight or storage methods.

If, on your next trip, you wish to "deliver authentic Japanese cuisine," please come and verify its quality at our store. From clear soups to ajillo, and even the finest crab shabu-shabu.

A small can that fits in your suitcase will surely become the best partner to complete your travel story.

"Bring Japan Home."

To embody these words, we continue to prepare each can with care today, imagining the "smiles" that will travel across the sea.