Send the sincerity of Japan to your loved ones. The reason Taiwanese foodies specifically choose "Japanese cuisine."

Japan and Taiwan have long shared a rich food culture, fostering a deep respect for each other's "delicious foods." For Taiwanese visitors who frequently come to Japan, in particular, the main purpose of their trip is often to encounter "authentic Washoku" nurtured by the local climate and culture.

In fact, according to 2025 statistics, a large portion of shopping expenditures by Taiwanese visitors to Japan is directed toward souvenirs, and most of those choices are concentrated on confections.

However, when many people tried to share the感動 (emotional experience) they had in Japan, they encountered a dilemma: "I want to deliver the delicate aroma of dashi and the umami of the ingredients that I tasted during my trip, but I can't take fresh food home." To answer that desire, "Wa no Shoku" was born at the Kizu Wholesale Market in Osaka.

 

"Bringing smiles to the world with Washoku" - An unwavering mission

At our core is a simple yet strong desire: "Bringing smiles to the world with Washoku. / Sharing Smiles Through Washoku."

Washoku, by its very nature, relies on freshness, and until now, it has been considered something that "can only be tasted if you come to Japan." We have made it our mission to overcome this barrier of freshness through our unique cooking techniques and the form of canned goods, delivering smiles to dining tables around the world.

What we put into each can is not just the convenience of a preserved food. It is the passion that a craftsman puts into a single dish and the very life of the ingredients nurtured by Japan's four seasons. Precisely because it is a gift for someone important, we make no compromises whatsoever regarding its "contents."

 

The quiet confidence of artisans, proven by facts

The biggest reason why our Taiwanese customers designate our products as "authentic" lies in the overwhelming amount of manual labor hidden in the manufacturing process.

Take, for example, the production process for our highest-grade "Kani Shabu." We use beni-zuwai snow crab from Kasumi, Hyogo Prefecture. Three skilled artisans meticulously peel each crab by hand, relying solely on the sense of their fingertips to avoid damaging the meat. The meat from 1 kg of crab is luxuriously used in one set, carefully preserving the texture of the "crab meat itself," not shredded meat.

Furthermore, the "dashi," which forms the backbone of the dish, is simmered slowly for a long 48 hours to extract only its clear umami. We use madai (red sea bream) nurtured in the 400-year-old tai culture of Ehime, A5-grade Kuroge Wagyu beef from Miyazaki Prefecture, and oysters nurtured in the rich waters of Hiroshima. These carefully selected Japanese ingredients are finished in individual cans using cooking methods that bring out their inherent charm, without relying on additives.

Moreover, manufacturing is carried out under strict control in our own workshop (Sakai City), adhering to solid quality standards. This sincere craftsmanship is a testament to the "trust" that allows you to safely give our products to your loved ones.

 

"Japanese Cuisine, Direct from Japan" – A special experience that colors everyday life

In Taiwanese gift-giving culture, alongside high quality, the "感動" (emotional experience) of the recipient is highly valued. "Wa no Shoku" canned goods can be transported at room temperature, so there is no concern about air travel or shipping.

 

After returning home, warm the can in your Taiwanese home and transfer it to your favorite dish. At that moment, the rich aroma of dashi, just like in a Japanese ryotei (traditional restaurant), will fill your kitchen.

 

 

"日本料理 從日本直送 (Japanese Cuisine, Direct from Japan)" "真正日本料理 在家享用 (Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine at home)"

These words represent the greatest value we promise to our Taiwanese customers. Japanese confections are wonderful gifts, but if you are looking for something that will resonate more deeply with the recipient, why not consider a can carefully prepared by Japanese artisans?

In particular, "Kani Shabu," "Madai no Sakamushi" (steamed sea bream) flavored with the exquisite sake Kubota, and "Kuzu Tofu" made with Yoshino kudzu, will surely convey genuine sincerity beyond words as gifts for those who truly appreciate the pleasure of food.

 

From Osaka's Kizu Market to the dining tables of your loved ones

We hope for a future where Washoku crosses oceans and is enjoyed in homes around the world.

At our main store in Osaka's "Kizu Wholesale Market," the kitchen of Osaka, Taiwanese customers daily carefully select products, imagining the happy faces of their loved ones.

The fact that many of our in-store visitors are from Taiwan is also a source of pride for us.

If you can stop by our store during your trip to Osaka, we will help you find the perfect item from our diverse lineup of 42 products for your loved ones.

Additionally, our official online shop is also ready for shipping within Japan.

Souvenirs are a bridge to deliver the emotional experiences you had in Japan to your loved ones.

Bring back the authentic Washoku experience to your town with Wa no Shoku.